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
10 examples of narrow AI
Narrow artificial intelligence or narrow AI is a learning algorithm designed to perform a single particular task. When the learning algorithm learns a special task, it automatically solves a similar problem. It is not like general artificial intelligence. But it also mimics the…
North America Cloud Services
US proposes requiring reporting for AI and cloud providers
OUR TAKEThis move reflects growing concerns over AI’s impact and the need for rigorous oversight. By mandating detailed reporting, the U.S. government is stepping up efforts to mitigate risks associated with advanced AI, such as misuse in cyberattacks or dangerous technologies.…
Asia-Pacific Cloud Services Trends
The future of open-source and AI according to China’s leading open source exec
OUR TAKE The interview with Du Junping highlights the significance of open-source contributions in driving AI and data innovation. With decades of experience, Du stresses the role of collaborative technologies in shaping the future of AI. His leadership in both commercial and…
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Google faces antitrust trial over alleged dominance in web ad tech
OUR TAKEThe trial is crucial as it addresses whether Google has engaged in practices that stifle competition in the online advertising market. A ruling against Google could set a precedent for how tech giants operate, potentially leading to a more competitive environment for…
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SplashLearn’s Sumit Bansal reveals AI testing will redefine EdTech QA
BTW’s exclusive: Sumit Bansal of SplashLearn shares that testing AI and machine learning systems will become essential for the future of EdTech platforms.
Asia-Pacific Cloud Services
Drones in China: From delivering dumplings to saving lives
See how drones are reshaping Hangzhou’s urban landscape—from speeding up deliveries to revolutionising emergency services. Dive into the future of low-altitude innovation!
Global Cloud Services
Understanding narrow AI: Key features and benefits
Narrow AI is one of the most prevalent forms of AI. It’s already deeply embedded in many aspects of our daily routines such as facial recognition, language translation, or playing chess, and it does so with proficiency often surpassing human capability. Unlike general artificial…
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Apple unveils AI-powered watches and AirPods
The recent Apple event highlights the company’s commitment to integrating AI capabilities across its product line.
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Google’s Privacy Sandbox faces competition concerns from smaller ad-tech firms
Smaller ad-tech firms are alarmed by Google’s Privacy Sandbox, fearing it may grant the tech giant unfair market control and disadvantage smaller players due to adaptation costs and technological disparities.
Asia-Pacific Cloud Services
Sensor maker Gefran eyes M&A opportunities in Germany and North America
Italian sensor maker Gefran, led by CEO Marcello Perini, eyes M&A in Germany and North America for industry growth.
North America Cloud Services Trends
Northvolt’s $5.17B canadian battery plant faces delays amid strategic review
OUR TAKENorthvolt is proceeding with its plans to build a large electric vehicle battery plant in Canada, though at a slower pace due to a strategic review of its global projects. The company is considering adjustments to spending and timelines, with more details to be announced…
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Hewlett Packard shares fall on $1.35B convertible stock offering for Juniper buyout
OUR TAKEHewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) has announced a $1.35 billion mandatory convertible preferred stock offering to fund its $14 billion acquisition of Juniper Networks. This move has caused a 6.4% drop in HPE’s share price, which shows that the company is focusing on…
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Interview with Iqbal Bahar Zahid: Optimax aims for top customer service
In the exclusive interview with Iqbal Bahar Zahid, CEO of Optimax Communication Limited, BTW discovered the scale of Optimax’s services worldwide, how Optimax provides high-quality service to our customers and what are Optimax’s new plans to cope with market changes. Q: What is…
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Top tech news stories today: September 10, 2024
Fintech 1. Battery maker Northvolt moves ahead in Canada but at slower pace Electric vehicle battery maker Northvolt is moving ahead with plans to open a C$7 billion battery plant in Canada but at a slower pace in light of its announcement on Monday it would review spending plans…
Leaders
Interview with Zhang Wensong, China’s open-source champion
Recently, we had the privilege of arranging an interview with Zhang Wensong, one of China’s renowned “six men of open-source.” Zhang Wensong has an extensive background in technology and industry leadership. He serves as the deputy director of the Open-Source Development…
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The importance of E2EE messages and their mechanisms
What is end-to-end encryption? End-to-end encryption is a security measure where messages are encrypted on the sender’s device and only decrypted on the recipient’s device. This ensures that during transmission, the message remains inaccessible to anyone other than the intended…
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Apple’s iPhone 16 to feature Arm’s A18 chip for enhanced AI
OUR TAKEBy leveraging Arm’s V9 architecture, Apple not only enhances performance but also reinforces its AI ambitions. As Apple continues to integrate sophisticated AI features into its devices—like advanced Siri and custom emoji generation—the need for advanced chip technology…
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Broadcom shares plunge as AI hopes fade
The decline in Broadcom’s shares highlights the challenges faced by semiconductor firms amid high expectations from investors.
Global Cloud Services
DOJ eyes Google AI plans to tackle search monopoly
The DOJ is seeking detailed information about Google’s AI strategy to assess potential remedies for its monopolistic practices in search.
North America Cloud Services
Demystifying data encryption
By transforming readable data into a secure format, encryption acts as a formidable barrier against unauthorised access and data breaches.