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
Leverage fallout: Crypto market faces $500M meltdown
What happened According to data provided by cryptocurrency analytics firm CoinGlass, $495 million worth of cryptocurrencies have been liquidated in the 24 hours from November 23 to November 24. 197,083 traders were liquidated over the past 24 hours, with the largest liquidation…
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FTX co-founder Gary Wang avoids prison time
Gary Wang, the former chief technology officer and co-founder of FTX, received no prison sentence on Wednesday despite facing up to 50 years for his involvement in the cryptocurrency exchange’s fraudulent collapse. Instead, he was sentenced to time served and three years of…
Global Cloud Services Trends
Amazon bolsters AI with $4B investment in Anthropic
What happened Amazon has announced an investment of $4 billion in Anthropic, an AI safety and research company, to strengthen their strategic collaboration in the field of generative artificial intelligence (AI). This investment solidifies Amazon Web Services (AWS) as Anthropic’s…
Global Regional ISP Trends
Verizon and Ciena achieve 1.6Tbps fibre trial milestone
What happened Verizon, in collaboration with Ciena, has completed an advanced fibre-optic trial achieving an impressive 1.6Tbps (terabits per second) data transfer rate. This trial is part of an ongoing effort to enhance network capabilities and meet the increasing demand for…
Asia-Pacific Regional ISP
India’s fibre tech boom: Over 1 lakh jobs to be created
What happened India is poised for a significant employment surge in its fibre technology sector, with over 1 lakh (100,000) new jobs expected to be created in the next five years. This development comes as the country continues its rapid digital expansion, bolstered by the…
Companies
Countdown begins for ICANN’s board seat 10 selection
What happened The nomination period for Seat 10 on the ICANN Board of Directors will end on December 16, 2024, at 23:59 UTC. Managed by the Address Supporting Organization Address Council (ASO AC), the process is crucial for maintaining ICANN’s role in global internet governance.…
Global Cloud Services Trends
Binance Labs invests in Kernel to boost BNB Chain restaking
What happened Binance Labs has invested in Kernel, a key player in developing restaking infrastructure for BNB Chain. This partnership aims to improve BNB’s security, turning it into programmable and attributable trust to support various crypto applications, services, and…
Companies
Unzer teams up with Mastercard to boost open banking payments
What happened Unzer has chosen Mastercard as its strategic partner for open banking payments in Germany, Austria, and Denmark. This partnership aims to transform e-commerce payments by integrating Mastercard’s open banking solutions, enabling consumers to pay directly from their…
North America Cloud Services
Top 10 features to look for in a good internet security software
With the rise of cyber threats, having reliable internet security software is no longer optional—it’s essential. Choosing the right software can be overwhelming, given the multitude of options available. This guide outlines the top 10 features to look for when selecting the best…
North America Institutional Trends
SEC’s Gensler steps down, crypto awaits revolution
What happened US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Gary Gensler announced on Thursday, November 21, that he will resign on January 20, 2025. In recent years, the agency filed major lawsuits against industry giants like Coinbase for failing to register legally. Since…
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Top tech news today: November 26, 2024
1. Wall Street introduces new bitcoin betting options Wall Street is unveiling innovative methods for investing in bitcoin, marking another significant step in cryptocurrency’s financial mainstream adoption. CNBC Marathon’s bold bet: The future of bitcoin mining 2. Bitcoin’s…
Global National Telecom Trends
Verizon launches multi-vendor Open RAN DAS Systems
What happened Verizon has deployed multi-vendor Open RAN (Radio Access Network) Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS) to boost network performance and flexibility. Open RAN separates hardware from software, allowing Verizon to use equipment from different vendors. This approach…
Global Cloud Services
SaaS security: How providers protect your data in the cloud
As businesses increasingly embrace Software as a Service (SaaS), concerns about data security grow. SaaS providers manage vast amounts of sensitive information in the cloud, making data security a top priority. Understanding how these providers protect your data can help you feel…
Global Cloud Services Trends
The evolution of SaaS: From early days to the cloud-dominated era
Software as a Service (SaaS) has revolutionised the way we use and deliver software. Its journey from a novel concept to the backbone of cloud computing is a remarkable story of innovation, adaptability, and growth. The early days: On-premise and ASP models In the early days…
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Japanese chipmaker Kioxia plans Tokyo IPO to fuel growth
What happened Kioxia Holdings will list its shares in Tokyo on 18 December, the company announced on Friday. The company expects the market for flash memory to grow, fuelled by rising demand from AI applications and data centres. Japanese chipmaker Kioxia makes NAND flash-memory…
Leaders
The Glotel Awards 2024: Celebrating innovation and achievement
What happened The Glotel Awards 2024 celebrated telecom industry achievements at a prestigious ceremony in central London. In the presence of peers and leaders, 24 winners received honours for their remarkable contributions across diverse categories. Furthermore, the Glotel…
Global Cloud Services Trends
FIFA will launch blockchain soccer game ‘FIFA Rivals’
What happened FIFA and Mythical Games have teamed up to deliver a new free-to-play experience, FIFA Rivals, which will launch in the summer of 2025. The game allows users to build their teams, compete in arcade-style matches, and establish their legacy in the soccer world, all…
Global Cloud Services Trends
ICP-2 update: Deadline for feedback extended to 6 December
What happened The Number Resource Organisation (NRO) has extended the deadline for submitting responses to its ICP-2 questionnaire, now closing on Friday, 6 December 2024. Originally introduced in 2001, ICP-2 outlines the principles and criteria for recognising new Regional…
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Top 10 SaaS companies to watch in 2024
The SaaS (Software-as-a-Service) industry continues to thrive, redefining how businesses operate by delivering cloud-based solutions across sectors. As we head into 2024, some companies are setting benchmarks with their innovation, growth strategies, and market leadership. Here…
Companies
ICANN announces new leadership: Tripti Sinha and Chris Chapman take top roles
What happened On November 14, 2024, ICANN revealed key leadership appointments following its 81st Public Meeting in Istanbul. Tripti Sinha, a prominent figure in cyber-infrastructure and Internet policy since joining ICANN in 2018, was re-appointed as Chair of the Board of…