Time Horizon
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.
Global Cloud Services Trends
RIPEstat launches new UI
RIPEstat unveils a new UI with improved features, enhancing user experience and offering better access to global Internet measurement data.
Asia-Pacific Cloud Services
NRO NC publishes ICP-2 principles questionnaire results
The NRO NC has published the ICP-2 Principles Questionnaire results, summarising 298 RIR community submissions for the ICP-2 update.
Europe and Middle East Cloud Services Trends
Telefónica Germany upgrades to Mavenir’s cloud-native IMS
O2 Telefónica Germany has signed a five-year deal with Mavenir to transition to a cloud-native IMS solution.
North America Institutional Trends
UK demands for Apple backdoor condemned by US Intelligence chief
What happened: The UK’s demand and Apple’s response The UK government has reportedly issued a secret order under the Investigatory Powers Act (IPA) of 2016, demanding that Apple create a backdoor to its encrypted iCloud service. This would allow UK authorities to access user data…
Latin America and Caribbean National Telecom Trends
Telefonica posts net loss amid Latin America writedowns
What happened: Telefonica’s financial results and strategic shift Telefonica, the Spanish telecommunications giant, reported a net loss of €1.003 billion in the fourth quarter of 2024, primarily due to €2 billion in writedowns across its Latin American operations. The largest…
Asia-Pacific National Telecom Trends
Orange Group probes cyberattack after data breach
What happened: Orange Group investigates cyberattack after hacker compromises data Orange Group, a leading telecommunications company, is investigating a cyberattack after a hacker reportedly compromised sensitive data. The breach, detected during routine security checks, exposed…
Global Cloud Services Trends
Microsoft cancels AI data centre leases
What happened: Microsoft cancels AI data centre leases amid strategic shift Microsoft has reportedly canceled leases for several AI data centres as part of a strategic shift in its cloud and AI infrastructure plans. The decision affects data centre facilities that were intended…
Asia-Pacific Cloud Services Trends
Nokia, Globe Telecom use secure APIs to fight banking fraud
What happened: Nokia partners with Globe Telecom to combat banking fraud using secure APIs Nokia has partnered with Globe Telecom, a leading telecommunications provider in the Philippines, to tackle banking fraud using secure APIs. The collaboration leverages Nokia’s advanced…
Global National Telecom Trends
VMO2 launches 5G trial at Overbury Farms for farming
Virgin Media O2 launches a groundbreaking 5G trial at Overbury Farms, using AI, sensors, and private networks.
Africa Institutional
Top tech news today: February 28, 2025
Latest updates on telecom, cybersecurity, digital inclusion, and tech innovations, featuring global network expansions.
Global Cloud Services
IPDC Solutions: Innovating IT for businesses
IPDC Solutions provides advanced IT solutions, offering cloud services, enterprise software, and IT infrastructure.
Asia-Pacific Cloud Services
E-World Communication: Driving digital transformation in Malaysia
E-World Communication provides innovative e-commerce, IT, and ERP solutions to businesses in Malaysia, driving digital transformation.
Asia-Pacific Cloud Services
YTL Broadband: Connecting Malaysia’s digital future
YTL Broadband supports digital transformation with innovative services, enhancing connectivity for businesses and communities.
Asia-Pacific Institutional
Blue Wireless (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd.: Pioneering global connectivity solutions
Blue Wireless (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd.: Delivering reliable connectivity solutions Blue Wireless (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. is a provider of cost-effective 4G/5G wireless solutions, catering to global enterprises across various sectors, including IoT, maritime, and construction.…
Global Cloud Services
IPTel: Navigating the complexities of modern telecommunications
IPTel: Comprehensive service portfolio IPTel‘s service offerings are extensive, encompassing international voice traffic wholesale, Internet Point of Presence (PoP) leased circuits, and satellite transponder leasing. The company specializes in the planning, design…
Asia-Pacific Institutional Trends
Solsis: Pioneering IT services in Malaysia
Solsis: comprehensive IT solutions Solsis offers a wide array of ICT services tailored to diverse industries, including government, education, telecommunications, and financial services. Their expertise encompasses on-site support, multi-vendor hardware and software solutions…
Asia-Pacific Institutional
Vietnam’s Decree 147/2024: Stricter internet infrastructure rules and IPTP Networks’ compliance approach
Vietnam’s implementation of Decree 147/2024 marks a turning point in the country’s digital infrastructure landscape. The most pressing issue for businesses operating in Vietnam is the strict enforcement mechanism—non-compliant service providers risk having their operations shut…
Companies
APNIC faces tough questions on ICP-2 update, finances, and governance at AGM 2025
APNIC’s Executive Council has been grilled over its failure to proactively engage members of the Asia-Pacific internet community on the topic of ICP-2’s long-overdue update. Speaking at the AGM held this week during the APRICOT event, Lu Heng, CEO at LARUS Ltd, was just one vocal…
Global Datacenter Trends
Meta explores $200B AI data centre project
Meta is reportedly exploring a $200 billion investment in a new AI data centre project to enhance its infrastructure.
Global Cloud Services Trends
Ericsson announces leadership changes
What happened: Leadership changes at Ericsson Ericsson has announced a significant executive reshuffle, with Fredrik Jejdling, the head of networks, stepping down from his role on 15 March 2025. Jejdling, who has been with the company since 2006 and part of the executive team…