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.
Companies
DIU seeks AI tools to supercharge military planning
DIU is soliciting generative AI technologies to enhance joint military planning and wargaming efforts through its Thunderforge initiative.
Asia-Pacific Cloud Services Trends
Korea Blockchain Week launches institutional stage
Korea Blockchain Week 2024 introduces an Institutional Stage at the IMPACT Conference, focusing on institutional investments in Web3.
Global Cloud Services Trends
OpenAI backs California bill for AI content labels
OpenAI supports AB 3211, requiring tech companies to label AI-generated content while SB 1047, faces industry backlash.
Global Cloud Services Trends
Apple set to unveil AI-powered iPhone 16
Apple will introduce its first generative AI iPhone during the September 9 event, with features like enhanced Siri and personalised Genmoji.
Companies
IETF email service to experience a planned outage for infrastructure upgrade
The IETF has scheduled an email service outage for 27 August 2024, from 1200 UTC to 1400 UTC, to upgrade its IT infrastructure. During this period, email delivery to addresses at ietf.org, iab.org, irtf.org, iesg.org, and rfc-editor.org will be paused. The transition, managed by…
Africa Cloud Services Trends
Silicone Connect expands Congo’s digital infrastructure network
Silicone Connect enhances Congo’s digital capacity with advanced Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing (DWDM) technology.
Africa National Telecom Trends
MTN Business provides communications services
MTN Business Botswana, part of the MTN Group, has been committed to helping businesses and governments achieve a full range of communications services by providing advanced communications and internet solutions to contribute to the success of their businesses. MTN Business serves…
Africa National Telecom
Etisalat Misr: Innovative telecommunications provider in Egypt
Etisalat Misr is a digital telecommunications provider offering a comprehensive suite of services within the telecom industry.
Global National Telecom
Open Connect: Securing Malawi’s telecommunications industry
Open Connect is a top provider of redundant light in Malawi, supporting telecom service development in the country.
Global Cloud Services Trends
The first step in creating effective cybersecurity controls
With increasing threats and evolving attack vectors, organisations must take a strategic approach to safeguard their assets and data. But where should they start? The answer lies in a fundamental yet often overlooked process: conducting a thorough risk assessment. This initial…
Europe and Middle East Cloud Services
Telegram CEO arrested in France amid investigation into child porn and drug trafficking
OUR TAKEDurov’s arrest raises significant concerns about free speech and the role of social media platforms in moderating content. As the founder of Telegram, a platform known for its encryption and privacy features, his arrest could set a precedent for how governments regulate…
Global Cloud Services Trends
What is automation and why do we use it?
What is automation? Automation refers to the application of technology to perform tasks or processes with minimal or no human intervention. This involves the use of various control systems, such as computers, software, robotics, and machinery, to operate equipment, process data…
Global Cloud Services Trends
2 applications of automated planning
What is automated planning? Automated planning refers to the process by which an artificial intelligence (AI) system or software generates a sequence of actions to achieve a specific goal, without requiring human input during the decision-making process. The system takes into…
Global Cloud Services Trends
2 applications of automated enforcement
What is automated enforcement? Automated enforcement refers to the use of technology-driven systems to detect and penalise violations of laws, regulations, or policies without direct human involvement. These systems utilise tools such as cameras, sensors, and software algorithms…
Global Cloud Services Trends
Why do we use activation functions in neural networks?
Understanding the role of activation functions In a neural network, each neuron processes input data and produces an output. If we only relied on linear transformations (multiplying inputs by weights and summing them), the network would essentially function as a single-layer…
Global Cloud Services Trends
What is the artificial neural network?
Understanding artificial neural networks (ANNs) Artificial Neural Networks (ANNs) are computing systems modelled after the way biological brains work. They consist of nodes, often referred to as neurons, that are interconnected to form a network. These networks process data and…
North America Cloud Services Trends
Court revives Tesla’s challenge to Louisiana sales ban
OUR TAKE The recent decision by the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals represents a significant development in Tesla’s ongoing battle to establish its direct sales model in states with restrictive dealership laws. This ruling could have broader implications for the automotive…
Global Cloud Services Trends
User acceptance testing: The gateway to user satisfaction
User acceptance testing ensures software meets user needs, with a mix of automation and human insight for effective testing.
Global Cloud Services Trends
What is automation and why is it important?
Automation uses technology and processes to achieve outcomes with minimal human input, driving growth and transformation.
Global Cloud Services Trends
What are RFCs internet standards and why are they important?
RFCs internet standards provide uniformity and reliability, crucial for the internet’s stability and growth.