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The Future of Banking in a Digital World

Global Cloud Services Trends

The Future of Banking in a Digital World

Fintech, short for financial technology, began growing rapidly in the early 2000s. By 2017, 64% of global customers used fintech platforms to manage assets and make transactions online. After the 2008 financial crisis, traditional banks struggled to meet regulations and adapt to…

Nov 4, 2024
Meet the candidates: 2024 PTC Board of Governors election

Africa Institutional

Meet the candidates: 2024 PTC Board of Governors election

The Pacific Telecommunications Council (PTC), founded in 1978, is a non-profit organisation that supports the growth of digital infrastructure, telecommunications, and information and communication technologies (ICT) globally, with a focus on the Pacific Rim. Serving as a central…

Nov 4, 2024
Hedge firms look for deals in the tense US election

North America Institutional

Hedge firms look for deals in the tense US election

What happened During election week, huge price fluctuations happens in the world’s largest cryptocurrency. Investors have poured money into ETFs that track Bitcoin, placing bets on Republican Donald Trump’s return to the White House, according to statistics. The Block, a…

Nov 4, 2024
Celebrating Cybersecurity Awareness Month to build a secure digital future

Europe and Middle East Cloud Services Trends

Celebrating Cybersecurity Awareness Month to build a secure digital future

What happened stc Group, in alignment with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, has launched a comprehensive campaign for Cybersecurity Awareness Month to emphasize the importance of digital security. With the theme #BrowseSecurely, the initiative addresses critical issues such as…

Nov 4, 2024
Intel’s AI-chip aspirations dim amidst competitive storm

Global Cloud Services Trends

Intel’s AI-chip aspirations dim amidst competitive storm

What happened Intel‘s upbeat revenue forecast on Oct. 31 masked a pain point for the beleaguered company: its claimed artificial intelligence chip, the Gaudi accelerator chip, did not meet sales expectations. Intel scrapped the $500 million Gaudi chip sales forecast for 2024.…

Nov 4, 2024
Walt Disney unleashes AI and AR: A new era begins

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Walt Disney unleashes AI and AR: A new era begins

What happened Walt Disney has officially launched a new business unit focused on integrating AI and AR into its diversified operations. According to an email seen by Reuters on Friday, the newly created technical support office will be led by Jamie Voris, who previously oversaw…

Nov 4, 2024
China’s DeepRoute.ai raises $100 mln to drive the future

Asia-Pacific Cloud Services Trends

China’s DeepRoute.ai raises $100 mln to drive the future

What happened On Nov 4, 2024, Chinese autonomous driving technology developer DeepRoute.ai has raised $100 million in financing from an automaker to strengthen its development of smart driving solutions. DeepRoute.ai aims to drive mass adoption of its system in cars before Tesla…

Nov 4, 2024
Apple to offer free repairs for iPhone 14 Plus camera issues

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Apple to offer free repairs for iPhone 14 Plus camera issues

What happened Apple Inc. has unveiled a new service plan that offers complimentary repairs for the rear camera preview issue affecting certain iPhone 14 Plus devices. According to Apple’s service programme page, the affected devices were produced between 10 April 2023 and 28…

Nov 4, 2024
Apple acquires Pixelmator to boost its photo editing features

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Apple acquires Pixelmator to boost its photo editing features

What happened Pixelmator announced on Friday that it is being acquired by Apple. Regulatory authorities still need to approve the acquisition, and the company has not disclosed the specific financial terms. Entrepreneurs founded Pixelmator in 2007, and they headquartered the…

Nov 4, 2024
Vodafone and Digi team up to acquire Telekom Romania

Global National Telecom Trends

Vodafone and Digi team up to acquire Telekom Romania

What happened Vodafone Romania has entered into talks with Digi Communications for a potential acquisition of certain assets from the former state-owned Telekom Romania. Vodafone confirmed in a filing with the London Stock Exchange that Digi has signed a memorandum of…

Nov 4, 2024
How Chinese military AI is advancing with Meta’s open-source tech

Companies

How Chinese military AI is advancing with Meta’s open-source tech

What happened A significant move was made in Chinese military AI. Researchers tied to the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) have adapted Meta’s open-source Llama model to create an artificial intelligence tool known as “ChatBIT.” This development, highlighted in recent academic…

Nov 4, 2024
Top tech news today: November 4, 2024

North America Cloud Services Trends

Top tech news today: November 4, 2024

Top tech news today: Crypto ETF inflows rise before U.S. elections, Nvidia seeks EU approval for Run.AI buyout, and Disney unveils an AI and AR business unit. 1. Crypto ETFs see big inflows pre-election Crypto ETFs are attracting investors in anticipation of increased volatility…

Nov 4, 2024
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Global Datacenter Trends

AMD shares plummet as the AI revenue forecast dissatisfactory

What happened Shares of AMD (Advanced Micro Devices) fell nearly 10% on Wednesday as its fourth-quarter earnings forecast. It is because that the 2025 revenue target for artificial intelligence data center chips failed to meet the high expectations of AI-focused investors. Since…

Nov 4, 2024
Astrology and AI: Bringing an ancient art into the 21st century

Asia-Pacific Cloud Services

Astrology and AI: Bringing an ancient art into the 21st century

OUR TAKEThe future of astro-intelligence is not just about enhancing the traditional practices of astrology but about transforming them into something far more dynamic and integrated with daily life. By harnessing the power of AI, astro-intelligence is poised to become a valuable…

Nov 4, 2024
How motion capture brings virtual idols to life

Global Cloud Services Trends

How motion capture brings virtual idols to life

Motion capture refers to the technique of recording and processing the movement of a person or other entity.

Nov 4, 2024
NTT and Toyota invest $3.3B in AI autonomous driving technology

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NTT and Toyota invest $3.3B in AI autonomous driving technology

What happened Japanese tech giant NTT and automaker Toyota Motor Corporation have jointly announced an investment of 500 billion yen (approximately £3.3 billion) to develop AI-driven autonomous driving technology, aiming to eliminate traffic accidents and enhance road safety.…

Nov 1, 2024
OpenAI enhances ChatGPT features to challenge Google Search

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OpenAI enhances ChatGPT features to challenge Google Search

What happened The artificial intelligence company OpenAI has introduced a new search feature in its popular chatbot, ChatGPT, called ChatGPT Search. Aimed at providing a web-like search experience and delivering responses with citations from authoritative data sources, this…

Nov 1, 2024
Why is Advantest raising its profit forecast so boldly?

Global Cloud Services Trends

Why is Advantest raising its profit forecast so boldly?

What happened Japanese test equipment manufacturer Advantest Corporation announced on Wednesday that it has raised its operating profit forecast by 20% to 100 billion yen (about 635 million dollar) for fiscal year 2024. The decision comes as AI-related chips are widely tested for…

Nov 1, 2024
NVIDIA AI acquisition faces EU scrutiny over competition concerns

Global Cloud Services Trends

NVIDIA AI acquisition faces EU scrutiny over competition concerns

The proposed NVIDIA AI acquisition of Run:ai, announced in April, aims to enhance Nvidia’s capabilities in managing and optimising artificial intelligence infrastructure. However, this acquisition has drawn the attention of EU antitrust authorities, who are particularly vigilant…

Nov 1, 2024
When to use multimode fibre and single-mode fibre

Global Regional ISP Trends

When to use multimode fibre and single-mode fibre

In the intricate world of fibre optics, two terms frequently surface: single-mode and multimode fibre. Understanding the nuances between these two types can significantly influence network performance and installation choices. Whether you’re a tech enthusiast or a professional…

Nov 1, 2024