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Asia-Pacific Cloud Services
China: World’s first truly cashless society?
China stands as a pioneer in the adoption of cashless transactions, driven by industry giants with Alipay and WeChat Pay leading the charge.
Global Cloud Services
Bitcoin mining difficulty hits 84 trillion ahead of bitcoin halving
On March 14, bitcoin’s mining difficulty surged to 83.95 trillion hashes, indicating an 83.95 trillion times increase in mining complexity.
Asia-Pacific Cloud Services
5 women that are changing the AI industry
While women’s scientific achievements are often overlooked, there are many remarkable female tech workers shaping the AI industry.
Asia-Pacific Cloud Services
Apple loses battle to defend European app shops since DMA
In response to the DMA’s request, Apple has made concessions and many changes, such as allowing developers to distribute their apps directly to consumers for free and permitting Epic Games to open its app stores on iPhone and iPad in Europe. Apple made its latest concession to…
Leaders
Interview with Lu Heng: The man who wants to decentralise IP addresses and save the internet
Lu Heng, CEO AT LARUS Ltd, wants to completely reconfigure how the building blocks of the internet – IP addresses – are managed.
Africa Cloud Services
Top tech news stories today: March 14, 2024
Explore updates ranging from cryptocurrency exchange approvals to significant leadership appointments, as well as the US’s TikTok ban.
Companies
Blizzard is planning to return to China in 2024
OUR TAKEBlizzard is returning to China in the coming weeks after the US video gaming giant resumed a partnership with NetEase following a high-profile bust-up last year. Blizzard positively contributes to the growth of the gaming industry in China, it provides Chinese gamers with…
Companies
New Microsoft product uses cybersecurity AI to help companies track hackers
OUR TAKECybersecurity professionals in summarising suspicious events and uncovering hackers’ cunning tactics, marks a significant advancement in the field of cybersecurity. The launch of the tool will enable cybersecurity professionals to identify potential threats more quickly…
Europe and Middle East Cloud Services
Apple to allow users in EU to download apps from third parties
Apple plans to make concessions in EU countries that will allow some developers to distribute their iOS apps directly from websites.
Global Cloud Services
Code snippet shows Quest headset support for panoramic photos
An eagle-eyed user found code that suggested immersive pics may soon be available in the Meta Quest, matching the Apple Vision Pro.
Companies
Samsung’s new midrange Galaxy A55 arrives with a bigger screen and new security features
OUR TAKEAlthough Samsung’s midrange product doesn’t have stronger specs or varied features, it has more alluring prices than its flagship handsets. This time the two new models Galaxy A55 and Galaxy A35 have been launched with high-grade materials and chips and also added a…
Global Cloud Services
5 real-world ways NFTs can provide genuine value
From art and music to fashion, tickets, and cultural preservation, NFTs are revolutionising how we create, share, and value digital content.
Global Cloud Services Trends
Interview with Vladimir Kangin, CEO at IPTP Networks, and a 28-year voyage from USSR to Cyprus
How IPTP Networks, led by Vladimir Kangin, has forged success by putting the community first: people over profits, he says.
Global Cloud Services
Top tech news stories today: March 12, 2024
From Ubisoft joining the XPLA blockchain to Samsung’s new midrange Galaxy A55, dive into the latest developments in technology.
Global Cloud Services
An obscure cloud computing stock soared for a 43% jump
DigitalOcean Holdings became famous for its soaring stock, and it is attractive to investors because it provides an opportunity to those who are seeking long-term profits. DigitalOcean is facing challenging DigitalOcean Holdings operates as a holding company, rather than a cloud…
North America Institutional
Reddit is nearing one of the most eye-catching stock market debuts in recent years for its high valuation
Reddit is aiming for a valuation of up to $6.4 billion in its U.S. initial public offering (IPO). This has major implications for the U.S. stock market. The first show of Reddit in the IPO is remarkable Reddit’s valuation is reportedly to reach up to $6.4 billion in its US…
Global Cloud Services
SoftBank recognised for sustainability leadership by S&P Global
SoftBank Group Corp. has maintained its position as a Sustainability Yearbook Member for the third consecutive year, according to the prestigious S&P Global Sustainability Assessment. The Sustainability Yearbook 2024, curated by S&P Global, acknowledges companies worldwide for…
North America Cloud Services
7 cloud computing trends that will define 2024
The past year has seen a huge change in the cloud computing landscape. To navigate these changes, here are the major trends for 2024.
Africa Cloud Services
Binance exit stirs concerns, opportunities in Nigeria’s crypto market
Local cryptocurrency stakeholders lament the ban on Binance’s naira operations in Nigeria, foreseeing negative impacts on livelihoods.
Companies
Joe Biden vows to sign TikTok crackdown as Donald Trump voices concern
OUR TAKEAlthough Biden and the Committee has negative attitude on TikTok, Trump, the presumptive 2024 Republican presidential nominee, believes that if TikTok leaves the U.S. market, it will lead to an expansion of Facebook’s market and he doesn’t want Facebook get succeed.This…