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.

Europe and Middle East Cloud Services Trends
Judge denies UAE travel for Binance’s CZ, despite $4.5 billion offer
A federal judge denied Changpeng Zhao’s entry into the United Arab Emirates for the “hospitalization and surgery” of a person in his life.

Global Cloud Services
Microsoft becomes second company to reach $3 trillion market cap
Microsoft exceeds a $3 trillion market cap, second to Apple, fuelled by AI leadership.

Leaders
Benny Lim
Benny Lim explains how AIS is navigating pandemic hurdles, and anticipates a surge in cloud adoption and cybersecurity measures.

Global Cloud Services
Meta Platforms passes $1 trillion in market cap
Meta Platforms rejoins trillion-dollar club as market value surpasses $1 trillion, driven by rapid growth and profitability turnaround.

Global Cloud Services Trends
Microsoft Teams introduces immersive 3D and VR meetings
Microsoft integrates immersive 3D and VR meetings into Teams, transforming virtual collaboration and communication.

Global Cloud Services Trends
IBM predicts revenue surge from AI adoption
IBM predicts growth will exceed expectations, driven by increased adoption of AI by businesses and their demand for IBM’s services.

Asia-Pacific Cloud Services
Carbon trading explained: Top 4 carbon emission exchanges in 2024
Carbon credits, and their trading, has become one of the more successful climate change solutions. Here’s how it works.

Global Cloud Services Trends
News: Tesla says it will start making new EV model in second half of 2025
Tesla plans mid-2025 mass production of ‘Redwood,’ a compact EV, facing scepticism amid past delays.

Asia-Pacific Cloud Services
Top tech stories today: January 25, 2024
IBM exceeds Q4 expectations, sealing major AI deals and projecting strong 2024 growth. The tech giants redefine the industry landscape.
Europe and Middle East Cloud Services
News: Taxi in the sky is coming
In the last centuries, large commercial airplanes have connected cities across the world. And 100 years ago, it would be impossible for people to fly around the world for traveling or conferences. But it does happen. According to the data, there are over 100,000 flights taking…

Global Cloud Services Trends
News: Google settles AI-related chip patent lawsuit that sought $1.67B
Google settles $1.67B patent lawsuit with Singular Computing, accused of unauthorised use of AI chip technology.

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news: AiDash raises $50M for AI-powered grid resilience
AiDash’s innovative AI and satellite combination secures $50 mn in Series C funding California-based startup AiDash has successfully raised $50 million in new funding to support its innovative technology that utilizes AI and satellite imagery to detect fire and weather risks on…

Asia-Pacific Cloud Services
Gaming’s big tech future: How the tech giants are reshaping the industry
Gaming’s appeal goes beyond profit, driven by technological advancements, changing business models, and the rise of mobile and VR gaming.

Asia-Pacific Institutional
Xiong’an, China’s foremost digital city, embraces IPv6
A blog post from Asia’s Regional Internet Registry highlights Xiong’an as a blueprint for the ideal future digital city.

Global Cloud Services Trends
Netflix hits Q4 subscriber peak with ‘The Crown’ and ‘The Killer’ and crackdown on account sharing
Netflix’s Q4 report boasts record-breaking subscriber growth, with 13.12 million additions, surpassing revenue expectations at $88.3 billion.
Global Cloud Services Trends
OKX exchange promises compensation for users following flash crash
OKX experienced a significant flash crash, with its token plummeting by 48%. The company pledged full compensation for additional losses.

Europe and Middle East Cloud Services Trends
Apple seeks dismissal of $1 billion App Store lawsuit in the UK
Apple confronts a $1 billion App Store lawsuit in the UK, asking for dismissal. The tech giant’s developer fees are under global scrutiny.

Asia-Pacific Institutional Trends
North Korea’s AI development brings Western worry
Growing concerns over North Korea’s AI development and its compliance with sanctions call for strengthened global cooperation.

Asia-Pacific Cloud Services Trends
Top tech stories today: January 24, 2024
Say goodbye to endless web searches for tech news! Discover a brief and captivating recap of global tech highlights right here. Dive in now! 1. North Korea’s AI development raises sanctions concerns, report says North Korea is investing in AI and machine learning, employing the…

Global Cloud Services Trends
News: Bitcoin faces volatility post-ETF approval: Prices plunge 25%
Bitcoin’s price drops by 25%, signalling a volatile market. Diverse influences include massive ETF investments and FTX assets.
