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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.

SCPT director general reviews operations in Likasi, Haut-Katanga

Global Cloud Services

SCPT director general reviews operations in Likasi, Haut-Katanga

The SCPT Director General visited Likasi to assess local operations and address staff concerns as part of a broader regional mission.

Aug 16, 2024
GVA Gabon SAS expands ultra-high-speed internet across Africa

Africa Regional ISP Trends

GVA Gabon SAS expands ultra-high-speed internet across Africa

GVA Gabon SAS is a pivotal player in Gabon’s digital landscape, focused on expanding ultra-fast internet access through advanced fibre optic technology. The company is driving the country’s digital transformation by investing in reliable and high-quality internet infrastructure…

Aug 16, 2024
MDPA: Pioneering ICT growth and policy development

Africa Institutional Trends

MDPA: Pioneering ICT growth and policy development

The Mauritius Digital Promotion Agency (MDPA) is pivotal in driving Mauritius towards a more connected and technologically advanced future. With a vision to foster a digitally inclusive, knowledge-based society and a mission to elevate the country’s digital economy, MDPA is…

Aug 16, 2024
Liquid C2 launches Cloudmania in Egypt

Africa Cloud Services Trends

Liquid C2 launches Cloudmania in Egypt

Liquid C2, a subsidiary of Liquid Intelligent Technologies, has launched its award-winning Cloudmania division in Egypt, marking a significant expansion into the Middle East. This move reflects Liquid C2’s confidence in the Egyptian market and its strategic importance for…

Aug 16, 2024
La Sentinelle Ltd: Shaping Mauritius’ media for over 60 years

Africa Cloud Services Trends

La Sentinelle Ltd: Shaping Mauritius’ media for over 60 years

La Sentinelle Ltd has been a cornerstone in the Mauritian media industry for over 60 years. With activities in media, printing, and logistics, it continues to deliver reliable content and services both locally and internationally. A diversified media leader La Sentinelle Ltd’s…

Aug 16, 2024
Forcepoint’s solutions address increasing data breach expenses

Global Institutional Trends

Forcepoint’s solutions address increasing data breach expenses

In today’s digital landscape, data breaches are more than just a fear; they are a reality that many organisations face. According to IBM’s Cost of a Data Breach Report 2024, the average cost of a data breach has climbed to $4.88M, a significant 10 percent rise from the previous…

Aug 16, 2024
Telstra profit slumps 13% because of corporate trouble

Global Cloud Services

Telstra profit slumps 13% because of corporate trouble

Telstra’s struggling fixed-line enterprise business hit the operator’s full-year earnings, with full-year net profit down 12.8 per cent.

Aug 16, 2024
Megaupload-0816

Asia-Pacific Cloud Services Trends

Kim Dotcom’s 12-year fight ended in defeat

Kim Dotcom, the founder of the Megaupload, lost a 12-year fight this week to halt his deportation from New Zealand to the United States.

Aug 16, 2024
Editorial image for Japan’s Web3 revolution: digital public goods take center stage.

Asia-Pacific Cloud Services Trends

Japan’s Web3 revolution: digital public goods take center stage

METI’s new initiative aims to boost blockchain adoption through engaging use cases. The project will promote regional revitalisation.

Aug 16, 2024
Cybersecurity-0816

Global Cloud Services Trends

Hackers may have stolen a lot of the Social Security numbers

USDoD released a database called ‘National Public Data’ on the dark web on 8 April, claiming to have records on about 2.9 billion people.

Aug 16, 2024
HPE Acquires Morpheus Data for Cloud Management

Europe and Middle East Cloud Services Trends

HPE Acquires Morpheus Data for Cloud Management

HPE acquired Morpheus Data to enhance its GreenLake cloud service,expanding its offerings in FinOps and application lifecycle management.

Aug 16, 2024
TikTok calls itself a foreign-owned US news organisation

North America Institutional Trends

TikTok calls itself a foreign-owned US news organisation

TikTok on Thursday rebutted the U.S. government’s argument that the popular social media platform is not protected by the First Amendment.

Aug 16, 2024
Google extends AI search features to new countries

Companies

Google extends AI search features to new countries

OUR TAKEGoogle’s latest updates and expansions to its AI Overviews showcase both the opportunities and obstacles in incorporating AI into search. While extending the feature to more countries and improving its functionality are commendable advancements, the early inaccuracies…

Aug 16, 2024
California launches digital IDs in Apple and Google Wallets

Global Cloud Services Trends

California launches digital IDs in Apple and Google Wallets

California residents can soon store driver’s licenses and state IDs in digital wallets for convenience, which enhances security and privacy.

Aug 16, 2024
Intel targets China’s EV market with new AI chip

Asia-Pacific Cloud Services Trends

Intel targets China’s EV market with new AI chip

OUR TAKEIntel’s pivot to China’s EV market amid geopolitical tensions is a bold move. The company’s strategy to focus on in-car AI could offer a lifeline, but the risks are high given the ongoing U.S.-China tech rivalry. Competing with established players like Nvidia will also be…

Aug 16, 2024
Pakistan’s firewall risks $300M loss in IT sector

Leaders

Pakistan’s firewall risks $300M loss in IT sector

Pakistan’s economy could lose up to $300 million due to Internet disruptions caused by the new national firewall.

Aug 16, 2024
Key takeaways from Exabytes Developer Club on data security

Asia-Pacific Cloud Services Trends

Key takeaways from Exabytes Developer Club on data security

Exabytes Indonesia recently hosted a successful session at the Exabytes Developer Club, where industry professionals and cybersecurity enthusiasts gathered to discuss the latest strategies in data protection. The event provided valuable insights into how businesses and…

Aug 16, 2024
Exabytes Indonesia offers chance to win Wuling AirEV Lite

Asia-Pacific Cloud Services Trends

Exabytes Indonesia offers chance to win Wuling AirEV Lite

Exabytes Indonesia has launched a promotional campaign offering customers the opportunity to win a Wuling AirEV Lite. Customers who purchase a domain and hosting package between 10 and 23 June 2024 will earn entries into the grand prize draw, enhancing their chances of winning…

Aug 16, 2024
Why I loathe AI-generated music: When melody loses its humanity

Global Cloud Services

Why I loathe AI-generated music: When melody loses its humanity

The advancement of AI-generated music, while technologically impressive, raises significant ethical and legal concerns over intellectual property, authenticity, and the potential impact on human artists’ livelihoods and creative expression.

Aug 16, 2024
BTW debates: Is Google a monopoly?

Global Cloud Services Trends

BTW debates: Is Google a monopoly?

The Justice Department has sued Google, accusing it of monopolistic practices by paying large sums to companies like Apple and Mozilla to secure its position as the default search engine. A recent court ruling upheld this view, recognising Google as a monopolist but allowing it…

Aug 16, 2024