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Quarter 30 120d

Within the Time Horizon facet, Quarter 30 120d 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.

Noem Trump CNN prosecution threat

Global Cloud Services Trends

Noem and Trump threaten CNN over immigration app report

What happened: Noem and Trump threaten legal action against CNN over ICE-blocking app report Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and former President Trump have announced their intention to explore legal proceedings against CNN for reporting on the “ICEBlock” app, which…

Jul 4, 2025
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Europe and Middle East National Telecom Trends

Samsung and Orange France trial 4G & 5G on virtualised RAN

Samsung and Orange France successfully completed 4G/5G virtualised RAN network tests, advancing future network development.

Jul 4, 2025
The story of AFRINIC: How Africa’s internet ideal was destroyed from within

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The story of AFRINIC: How Africa’s internet ideal was destroyed from within

AFRINIC won’t be a word many people, even in the various internet communities around the world, will recognise. But for those that have been following this tale of managerial incompetence and political warfare, that word will elicit groans of exasperation. AFRINIC is one of the…

Jul 3, 2025
Microsoft-801

Global Cloud Services Trends

Authors sue Microsoft over AI training using their books

What happened: Authors sue Microsoft over unauthorised AI training Authors have filed a lawsuit against Microsoft, alleging that the tech giant improperly used their books to train artificial intelligence models. This legal action highlights concerns over copyright infringement…

Jul 3, 2025
Stylized Du Data Centre Exterior

Europe and Middle East Cloud Services Trends

UAE rolls out HyperCloud to secure government digital assets

Du launches National HyperCloud to deliver sovereign cloud services for UAE’s government, ensuring full local compliance and data control.

Jul 3, 2025
Editorial image for DRW: A Multi-Asset Trading Powerhouse in Singapore.

Asia-Pacific Cloud Services Trends

DRW: A Multi-Asset Trading Powerhouse in Singapore

DRW: Tech-Driven Global Trading Founded in 1992 by Don Wilson, DRW has grown into a multi-asset trading firm that spans traditional and emerging markets. It uses advanced technology and quantitative research to provide liquidity across ETFs, derivatives, crypto, energy, and…

Jul 3, 2025
staff removing ballots illegally

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AFRINIC election scandal: Staff caught removing ballots against bylaws

How the scandal unfolded during the 2025 AFRINIC election During the 23 June 2025 board election held in Mauritius, a member of AFRINIC’s election committee reportedly breached confidentiality by removing a Power of Attorney (PoA) from the ballot room. According to reports, this…

Jul 3, 2025
AFRINIC election staff accused of detaining voters inside ballot room

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AFRINIC election staff accused of detaining voters inside ballot room

Timeline of events inside the ballot room During the recent, much lamented board of directors election for AFRINIC in Mauritius, some voters said they were not allowed to leave the ballot room for almost two hours. This report has caused concern about voter rights, clear rules…

Jul 3, 2025
Top 20 telco leaders in Africa revealed

Africa Cloud Services

Top 20 telco leaders in Africa revealed

What happened: The Top 20 Telecom Leaders in Africa Capacity Media’s annual listing of the top 20 telco leaders in Africa has recognised individuals for their significant contributions to the industry. These leaders play key roles in the rapid digital transformation of Africa’s…

Jul 3, 2025
How AFRINIC violated its own election rules during ballot handling

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How AFRINIC violated its own election rules during ballot handling

AFRINIC elections violated rules through staff interference, proxy mismanagement, poor transparency, and weakened oversight.

Jul 3, 2025
Editorial image for OpenAI clarifies Robinhood tokens are not real equity.

Global Cloud Services Trends

OpenAI clarifies Robinhood tokens are not real equity

What happened: ChatGPT error leads to confusion over Robinhood tokens OpenAI has issued a clarification stating that Robinhood’s HOOD tokens, which were referenced in responses by ChatGPT, are synthetic assets and not actual equity. The correction came after users flagged…

Jul 3, 2025
Telecom Egypt lands subsea cable in Ras Ghareb and Zaafarana

Africa Regional ISP

Telecom Egypt lands subsea cable in Ras Ghareb and Zaafarana

Telecom Egypt completes Red Sea cable landings, strengthening Egypt’s role as a global data transit corridor.

Jul 3, 2025
Google-Fiber

Global Regional ISP Trends

Google Fiber uses Nokia’s 50G tech to boost network speeds

Google Fiber adopts Nokia’s 50G PON tech to deliver 50Gbps speeds and prepare for high-bandwidth internet services.

Jul 3, 2025
Institutional Shareholder Services

Global Cloud Services Trends

Paramount directors face re-election opposition amid merger

What happened: Shareholder adviser flags issues with Paramount board and structure Institutional Shareholder Services (ISS) has recommended that shareholders vote against four Paramount Global directors, including Chair Shari Redstone. The advice comes ahead of the company’s…

Jul 3, 2025
Top tech news today: 3 July, 2025

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Top tech news today: 3 July, 2025

Explore the latest in telecom, media, and tech — from Google Fiber’s slicing trials to sovereign cloud launches and cybersecurity warnings.

Jul 3, 2025
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Global Cloud Services Trends

Indian Sellers Leverage Nationalism After Prada Scandal

Indian sellers are capitalising on a wave of nationalist sentiment to boost product sales following the Prada sandal scandal. The move is part of a larger trend of locally focused marketing efforts aimed at capitalising on rising consumer pride. What Happened:Prada Scandal Sparks…

Jul 3, 2025
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Global National Telecom Trends

Orange Business focuses on defence with new cybersecurity unit

What happened: Orange Business targets defence and security with new unit Orange Business, a prominent telecom services provider, has launched a dedicated unit focused on providing cybersecurity solutions to the defence and security industries. This new division aims to meet the…

Jul 2, 2025
Diverse team collaboration

Global Cloud Services Trends

Building inclusion into the digital core

What happened: Building inclusion into the digital core Inclusion in technology is about ensuring that everyone has equal access to digital services and can participate in the opportunities technology provides. This includes everything from accessible website design to hiring…

Jul 2, 2025
Ericsson unveils first export-ready antennas made in India

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Ericsson unveils first export-ready antennas made in India

Ericsson launches its first “Made in India” antenna model for global export, supporting 5G network demands.

Jul 2, 2025
Audience at Datacloud USA session

North America Cloud Services Trends

Datacloud USA opens power 50 nominations

What happened: Power 50 Launches to Recognise Infrastructure Leaders Datacloud USA officially launched the inaugural Power 50 list this week, opening nominations to spotlight individuals and teams leading innovation in data centres, digital infrastructure, energy efficiency, and…

Jul 2, 2025