Intelligence
Latest Articles
Latest intelligence on infrastructure operators, policy decisions, market moves, and digital power shifts.
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
news：Google cancels contract with AI data firm that trained Bard
Google cancels contract with Appen, affecting finances and workers; Appen focuses on cutting costs and improving AI data quality.
Companies
News: SAP announces a restructuring plan covering 8,000 employees
SAP announces a robust transformation plan impacting 8,000 employees.
Europe and Middle East Cloud Services
News: Microsoft’s Bing, Edge to be exempt from Europe’s DMA
Microsoft’s Bing search engine, Edge browser, and advertising services are poised to receive exemptions from DMA.
Global Cloud Services
News：ElevenLabs, a voice AI startup, achieves unicorn status
Voice AI startup ElevenLabs achieves unicorn status after successful fundraising, poised to reshape the voice AI industry.
Global Institutional Trends
Binance, SEC argue about regulator oversight of cryptocurrencies
The hearing between Binance and the SEC brought hot debates about the definition of securities and the authority of the SEC.
Global Cloud Services
FTX sells $1B in GBTC, ownership hits zero amid $2B ETF outflows
BlackRock’s bitcoin ETF hits $1B in 4 days.
Global Cloud Services
BlackRock’s bitcoin ETF hits $1B in 4 days
BlackRock’s bitcoin ETF hits $1B in 4 days.
Europe and Middle East Cloud Services
5 top tech stories this week: January 19, 2024
From Mercedes unveiling an AI-enhanced MBUX virtual assistant to Google’s ‘compassionate’ fee waiver, here’s our weekly tech news roundup.
Global Cloud Services
Spot bitcoin ETFs attract nearly $2 billion in first 3 days of trading
Bitcoin’s ETF approval attracts $2 billion in 3 days, as traders jump to take advantage of the new status.
North America Cloud Services
2024: U.S. ETFs Soar with Spot Bitcoin Funds
2024 saw a surge in US ETF issuance, driven by the inclusion of spot Bitcoin funds, reflecting growing interest in digital assets.
Europe and Middle East Cloud Services
Top tech stories today: January 18, 2024
Don’t bother with the online scavenger hunt! We’ve gathered the need-to-know global tech scoops for January 18, 2024. Let’s keep you informed without the hassle! 1. Musk’s X approved for Virginia money transmitter license Social media platform X, formerly Twitter, secures a money…
Africa Cloud Services
Top tech stories today: January 17, 2024
More in your essential technology highlights for January 17, 2024.
Global Cloud Services
Elon Musk’s X granted money transmitter license in Utah
Elon Musk’s pioneering venture, X, has been officially granted a highly sought-after money transmitter license in the state of Utah.
Companies
Tech power play: South Korea’s bold move with chip tax credits
President Yoon’s move charts South Korea’s potential tech dominance, extending tax credits on investments in the domestic semiconductor industry for global leadership. South Korea extends semiconductor tax credits South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has unveiled a crucial…
Leaders
Apple’s Vision Pro headset: A glimpse into the in-store experience
Apple has taken user feedback seriously, more comfortable strap for the Vision Pro to address previous complaints about discomfort.
Global Cloud Services
Google Cloud removes data transfer fees when clients switch to rivals
Google Cloud has made the strategic decision to remove data transfer fees when they choose to switch to rival cloud service providers.
Asia-Pacific Cloud Services
Netherlands pulls licence for China-bound chips, but who benefits?
Chip industry giant ASML isn’t allowed to ship equipment to China after Washington tightened the restrictions.
Global Cloud Services
Apple stock price suffers consecutive downgrades, hits 8-week low
Global chip shortages and supply chain issues have led to an increase in Apple’s production costs and made it difficult to meet market demand.