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
How to enable WHP for gaming virtualization?
Windows Hypervisor Platform (WHP) is a powerful feature that enables your Windows PC to support virtualization-based workloads, including gaming virtualization. Whether you’re setting up a virtual environment for gaming experiments or enhancing your gaming experience with tools…

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Type 1 hypervisor: Modern virtualization’s core or obsolete?
In the rapidly evolving landscape of IT infrastructure, virtualization has become a cornerstone for optimizing resources, reducing costs, and enhancing scalability. At the heart of this technology lies the Type 1 hypervisor, also known as the bare-metal hypervisor. But as…

North America Cloud Services Trends
FTC targets Microsoft: Cloud monopoly in the spotlight
What happened The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is reportedly preparing to investigate Microsoft’s cloud computing business, as reported by multiple sources on Thursday (November 14). This move comes amid allegations of the company potentially abusing its market position in…

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The Exploration Company raises $160M for space race
What happened The European space startup The Exploration Company has just raised $160 million in a major funding round. This $160 million Series B financing will support the ongoing development of the Nyx spacecraft. The spacecraft will be able to carry 3,000 kilograms of cargo…

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Understanding hypervisor control: Key hardware components in virtualization
Virtualization has become an essential part of modern IT infrastructure, enabling organizations to run multiple virtual machines (VMs) on a single physical server. The technology behind virtualization is largely powered by a hypervisor, a software layer that allows virtual…

North America Institutional
18 states sue SEC in attempt to regulate cryptocurrency industry
What happened Eighteen states have sued the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for attempting to unilaterally seize states’ regulatory authority over the cryptocurrency industry. The states want to be able to manage cryptocurrency regulation on their own, rather than…

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Is VirtualBox the right hypervisor for your virtualisation needs?
Virtualisation is an essential tool in modern IT. It allows you to run multiple operating systems (OS) on a single machine. VirtualBox, a popular choice among beginners and professionals, is a Type 2 hypervisor. But is it the right option for your needs? Let’s dive into its…

Global National Telecom Trends
Swisscom and Ericsson unveil private 5G for enterprises
——————— What happened Swisscom has joined forces with Ericsson to launch a standalone Mobile Private Network (MPN) tailored for enterprises. Built on Ericsson’s private 5G network portfolio, the solution offers secure, localized connectivity, ensuring that sensitive or…

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Is your kitchen missing out on the smart home revolution?
Imagine stepping into your kitchen after a long day at work. With a simple voice command, the lights brighten to your desired warmth, the oven begins preheating to the exact temperature for tonight’s dinner, and your fridge sends a notification reminding you that you’re low on…

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Ohio man to forfeit over $400M for bitcoin money laundering
What happened Larry Dean Harmon, the operator of the Bitcoin mixing service Helix, has been charged once again, this time with new offenses related to laundering $311 million in cryptocurrency. Helix, a service designed to obscure the origin of cryptocurrency transactions, was…

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Solar-powered aircraft: The green future of flight
The aviation industry is at a turning point. With climate change posing a significant threat, industries worldwide are shifting towards greener technologies, and aviation is no exception. Solar-powered aircraft are emerging as a potential answer to reduce emissions and move…

Asia-Pacific Cloud Services Trends
US finalises $6.6B subsidy for TSMC to boost Arizona chip production
What happened The U.S. Commerce Department announced on Friday that it has finalised a $6.6 billion subsidy for Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (TSMC) to support semiconductor production in Phoenix, Arizona. This agreement is the first major deal under the $52.7 billion…

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Musk’s SpaceX set for $250B valuation with tender offer
What happened Elon Musk‘s SpaceX reportedly plans to launch a tender offer next month, selling existing shares at 135 each dollars. This move will value the private rocket manufacturer at over 250 billion dollars, up from 210 billion dollars earlier this year. Musk, currently the…

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Sift enhances fraud insights with new metrics
What happened Sift, the AI-driven fraud prevention leader, has just enhanced its Fraud Industry Benchmarking Resource (FIBR), a tool that provides key metrics about fraud across various industries and regions. These updates aim to offer businesses deeper insights into fraud…

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SocGen brings EURCV stablecoin to XRP Ledger
What happened In a move to bolster its position in the rapidly evolving stablecoin market, Societe Generale’s digital asset subsidiary, SG-FORGE, has announced that it will bring its euro-pegged stablecoin, EUR CoinVertible (EURCV), to the XRP Ledger (XRPL). This marks a pivotal…

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Zopa’s ambitious plans: Doubling profits in 2025
What happened Zopa, the British fintech lender backed by SoftBank, is on track to double its pre-tax profits in 2024, reaching a projected £31.6 million, up from £15.8 million last year. The company’s growth is largely driven by strong demand for its online banking services…

Leaders
Type 1 vs. Type 2 hypervisors: Which one should you choose?
Virtualization is a cornerstone of modern IT, enabling businesses to optimize resources, improve scalability, and reduce costs. At the heart of virtualization are hypervisors, the software responsible for managing virtual machines. But not all hypervisors are created equal. There…

North America Cloud Services Trends
Top tech news today: November 18, 2024
1. US scales back cryptocurrency prosecutions The Manhattan US Attorney’s office plans to reduce cryptocurrency cases, reflecting a shift in enforcement priorities amid evolving market conditions. Source: Reuters 2. Top hedge funds embrace Bitcoin ETFs Millennium, Capula, and…

Asia-Pacific Cloud Services
Europe’s ASML forecasts strong growth amid AI demand
—————— What happened ASML, Europe’s largest tech company, expects 8-14% annual sales growth over the next five years, driven by the rising demand for AI technologies. The Netherlands-based company specializes in advanced chip-making equipment, especially extreme ultraviolet (EUV)…

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OED Technologies reveals breakthrough in color e-paper tech
__________ What happened Guangzhou OED Technologies has unveiled a high-speed color e-paper display, marking a major breakthrough in the field. With a refresh rate of just 17 milliseconds, it’s nearly twice as fast as the current industry standard. Powered by a fast-switching…
