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.

Asia-Pacific Cloud Services
Navigating the cybersecurity market: Is it becoming oversaturated?
Cybersecurity has become a cornerstone of modern business operations, with the escalating frequency and sophistication of cyberattacks driving a relentless demand for skilled professionals. As more individuals and institutions flock to this promising field, a pressing question…

Global Cloud Services
Automated email responses: One of the most practical applications
Nowadays, businesses are constantly striving to improve efficiency and stay ahead of the competition. One powerful tool that has emerged to help achieve these goals is automation. From streamlining complex processes to handling repetitive tasks, automation is transforming how…

Global Cloud Services Trends
Meta partners with Sage for sustainable geothermal energy supplies
OUR TAKEMeta’s deal to purchase geothermal power is a significant step towards sustainability. By investing in renewable energy, Meta is actively working to reduce its carbon footprint and contribute to global efforts to combat climate change. This proactive approach is crucial…

Companies
What is iCloud automator and what are the benefits?
iCloud Automator is a tool designed for Apple’s macOS, allowing users to create automated workflows that streamline repetitive tasks on their devices. These workflows can be simple, such as renaming a batch of files, or complex, involving multiple steps like downloading content…

Global Cloud Services Trends
What is hybrid automation and what are the benefits?
Hybrid automation refers to the integration of various automation strategies, combining both human intervention and automated processes to optimise efficiency and flexibility. This approach is designed to leverage the strengths of different automation techniques, creating a…

Global Cloud Services Trends
What is server virtualisation and why do we use it?
What is server virtualisation? Server virtualisation is a technology that allows a single physical server to run multiple isolated virtual servers, each capable of operating its own operating system and applications. This is done through a hypervisor, software that sits between…

Global Cloud Services Trends
Nvidia’s Q2 earnings report to impact AI market
OUR TAKE Nvidia’s upcoming earnings report is poised to be a major market event, with the potential to either reinforce or undermine the AI rally. As the company’s stock continues to be a bellwether for the broader AI industry, investors will be closely watching how Nvidia…

Global Cloud Services
6 examples of intelligent automation
Intelligent automation, using AI, is revolutionising business efficiency and standing out as a top automation strategy.

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What is AI Builder in Power Automate and why is it important?
AI Builder is a Microsoft feature that lets users add AI to apps with little coding, essential for competitiveness in the digital economy.

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7 benefits of automation every engineer should know
Engineers drive innovation and efficiency. Automation enhances these qualities, transforming design, manufacturing, and innovation processes.

Global Cloud Services Trends
4 common types of industrial automation tools
Automation boosts productivity and efficiency in the industrial sector, with advancing technology driving continuous innovation in processes.

Asia-Pacific Cloud Services Trends
Apple to hold fall event next month, new iPhones expected
OUR TAKEApple will hold its autumn event on 9 September at its headquarters in Cupertino, where it is expected to unveil new iPhones and updates to other devices and apps. This event is especially important for Apple because they want to reverse a global sales slowdown…

Global Cloud Services
Exploring server virtualisation: What it is and key types
Server virtualisation enables multiple virtual servers to run on a single physical server, maximising resource utilisation and reducing costs.

Companies
Zuckerberg regrets Meta’s pandemic censorship under government pressure
Mark Zuckerberg admits regret over Meta’s content moderation decisions during the COVID-19 pandemic, influenced by pressure from the Biden administration.

Leaders
Interview with Larry Wang, co-founder of FoloToy: Revolutionising smart toys with generative AI
The Shanghai-based start-up FoloToy is leveraging generative AI to evolve traditional companion toys into smart devices capable of natural, conversational interactions.

Asia-Pacific Cloud Services Trends
China’s BYD collaborates with Huawei on autonomous driving
Chinese EV giant BYD has partnered with Huawei to integrate its advanced Qiankun intelligent driving system into the Bao 8 SUV.

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What is climate-resilient infrastructure?
In the context of growing climate challenges, building climate-resilient infrastructure is critical to protecting communities and economies from extreme weather events. This proactive approach to infrastructure development prioritizes resilience, ensuring that vital systems can…

Asia-Pacific Cloud Services
Chief Telecom: How Taiwan is shaping the future of digital infrastructure in Asia
In an exclusive interview with Tim Chiang, Vice President of Chief Telecom, we uncover how the company is charting a bold course in Asia’s digital landscape. From expanding its cloud infrastructure to enhancing cybersecurity measures, Chief Telecom is not just responding to…

Global Cloud Services Trends
7 key benefits of Software-Defined Networking
Software-Defined Networking (SDN) is an approach to network management and architecture that aims to make networks more flexible, programmable, and efficient. It separates the control plane from the data plane, allowing network administrators to manage and configure network…

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Apple to reveal iPhone 16 series and new products at September 9 event
OUR TAKEApple’s September 9 event is set to be pivotal as it not only introduces new hardware but also highlights the company’s growing focus on AI. With competitors like Samsung and Google pushing their own AI advancements, Apple’s integration of AI features into its products…
