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Within the Time Horizon facet, Medium time-horizon intelligence organises articles by the period over which a signal is expected to matter. The page helps readers distinguish immediate operational changes from longer-cycle governance, investment, standards, and infrastructure shifts that may unfold across quarters or years. It connects timing assumptions with public evidence, related actors, market context, customer exposure, policy pressure, and infrastructure planning so readers can judge whether a development is urgent, strategic, or still waiting on confirming evidence. The page also explains how time horizon changes the meaning of a signal, which organisations may be exposed, and which infrastructure decisions require short-term action or long-cycle monitoring.

MercadoLibre slams Argentine banks for ‘cartel’ tactics

Latin America and Caribbean Cloud Services Trends

MercadoLibre slams Argentine banks for ‘cartel’ tactics

OUR TAKE Founded in 1999, MercadoLibre is currently the most valuable public company in Latin America with a market capitalisation of $101.4 billion. While it started as an e-commerce platform, its payments and financial services segment has grown to account for more than 40% of…

Aug 27, 2024
Planting the seeds of sustainability at BATIC 2024

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Planting the seeds of sustainability at BATIC 2024

BATIC 2024 will explore digital innovation and sustainability under the theme “Cultivating the Sustainable Digital Ecosystem.”

Aug 27, 2024
Nvidia’s Q2 sales set to double, but any miss could hurt shares

Global Cloud Services Trends

Nvidia’s Q2 sales set to double, but any miss could hurt shares

Nvidia is set to report a 112% revenue increase, driving a 150% stock surge, but investors worry about sustained growth.

Aug 27, 2024
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Asia-Pacific Cloud Services Trends

AIC urge Malaysia to suspend social media platform licensing

In an open letter, AIC urged Malaysia to suspend a plan to require social media services to apply for licences.

Aug 27, 2024
Top tech news stories today: August 27, 2024

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Top tech news stories today: August 27, 2024

Fintech 1. Nigerian judge to hear money laundering case against Binance next week A Nigerian judge will hear a money laundering case against crypto exchange Binance and two of its executives next week, more than a month earlier than planned, after defence lawyers asked for the…

Aug 27, 2024
OpenAI hires former Meta executive to lead strategic initiatives

Global Cloud Services Trends

OpenAI hires former Meta executive to lead strategic initiatives

OUR TAKEOpenAI’s recent hire of Irina Kofman from Meta highlights its strategy to enhance its leadership with seasoned tech professionals. Kofman’s expertise in generative AI, gained during her tenure at Meta, will focus on safety and preparedness at OpenAI. This move underscores…

Aug 26, 2024
Apple plans to unveil new range of products next month

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Apple plans to unveil new range of products next month

OUR TAKEApple’s efforts to invigorate its product lineup with these updates are crucial in a competitive market. The company’s ability to generate interest and sales with these updates could be a key factor in its financial performance over the next year.Transitioning to M4…

Aug 26, 2024
Japanese chipmaker Kioxia aims to list in October amid AI boom

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Japanese chipmaker Kioxia aims to list in October amid AI boom

OUR TAKEKioxia’s IPO is a major event in the Japanese financial markets and the tech sector. Its success could signal robust investor confidence in semiconductor companies and reflect broader trends in the tech industry, particularly the growing influence of AI on demand for…

Aug 26, 2024
Hugging Face democratises AI-powered robotics with new tutorial

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Hugging Face democratises AI-powered robotics with new tutorial

OUR TAKEHugging Face’s open-source approach is a key factor in democratising AI-powered robotics. By making advanced tools and models accessible to a broader audience, they’re fostering collaboration and enabling developers, researchers, and companies to contribute to and benefit…

Aug 26, 2024
Kim Jong Un pushes AI drones and economic development

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Kim Jong Un pushes AI drones and economic development

Kim Jong Un emphasises the integration of AI in developing “suicide drones” for military use and oversees the national “20×10” project.

Aug 26, 2024
Voice bots revolutionise India’s AI landscape

Asia-Pacific Cloud Services Trends

Voice bots revolutionise India’s AI landscape

Sarvam AI introduces affordable voice bots designed for Indian languages, aiming to improve customer interactions and accessibility.

Aug 26, 2024
Tech Mahindra and Google Cloud join forces to develop AI

Global Cloud Services Trends

Tech Mahindra and Google Cloud join forces to develop AI

Mahindra partnered with Google Cloud to adopt generative AI in M&M operations and improve engineering and supply chain processes.

Aug 26, 2024
China’s big tech boosts AI spending amid US limits

Asia-Pacific Cloud Services Trends

China’s big tech boosts AI spending amid US limits

Despite US export restrictions, Chinese tech companies, like Alibaba and ByteDance are increasing investments in AI infrastructure.

Aug 26, 2024
Meta says Iranian hackers targeted WhatsApp accounts of Biden

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Meta says Iranian hackers targeted WhatsApp accounts of Biden

Meta’s investigators linked the activity to the same network blamed for the hacks reported by the Trump campaign.

Aug 26, 2024
Telegram founder Durov arrested in France

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Telegram founder Durov arrested in France

Pavel Durov was arrested and detained at Le Bourget airport outside Paris shortly after landing on a private jet late Saturday.

Aug 26, 2024
Anthropic thinks benefits of California’s AI bill may outweigh costs

Global Cloud Services Trends

Anthropic thinks benefits of California’s AI bill may outweigh costs

San Francisco-based Anthropic is a competitor to ChatGPT maker OpenAI and is backed by Amazon and Alphabet.

Aug 26, 2024
The crucial role of business process automation in modern enterprises

Global Cloud Services

The crucial role of business process automation in modern enterprises

Nowadays, organisations are continuously seeking ways to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and stay competitive. One powerful strategy that has emerged as a game-changer is BPA. By leveraging technology to automate repetitive and time-consuming tasks, BPA transforms traditional…

Aug 26, 2024
8 common types of robots in hybrid automation

Global Cloud Services

8 common types of robots in hybrid automation

In an era where efficiency and flexibility are paramount, hybrid automation stands out as a transformative approach to optimising operations across various industries. By combining different types of robots and automation technologies, organisations can create a more dynamic and…

Aug 26, 2024
The power of data automation: Streamlining efficiency and accuracy

Global Cloud Services Trends

The power of data automation: Streamlining efficiency and accuracy

In today’s fast-paced digital world, data is a valuable asset that drives decisions, strategies, and innovations across industries. However, managing vast amounts of data efficiently and accurately can be a daunting task. Enter data automation—a transformative approach that is…

Aug 26, 2024
What is an automated call distribution and what are its functions?

Global Cloud Services Trends

What is an automated call distribution and what are its functions?

ACD systems boost contact centre performance with advanced features for improved call handling and customer service.

Aug 26, 2024