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Concise reporting on the developments shaping internet governance and infrastructure. Browse each area for recent news, context and watchpoints.

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Market / Trends / Global Trends / Global Cloud Services Trends

In this section: 22 briefings

  1. DayOne Data Centers raises over $2B for global expansion

    Major Series C capital round for DayOne reflects investor confidence in digital infrastructure as demand for cloud and hyperscale grows.

  2. Icertis growth raises questions on regional autonomy amid global tech consolidation

    Icertis leads in AI contract lifecycle management, but its influence prompts scrutiny over external technology dominance and regional decision-making power.

  3. Softsys Hosting addresses rising demand for managed hosting

    Softsys Hosting offers cloud hosting, VPS, managed servers and support Services with 24/7 in-house assistance for businesses worldwide.

  4. Why protecting the number registry system has become a question of stability

    An analysis of why disputes over IP address governance have become a test of stability for the global number registry system.

  5. Lu Heng warns ICP-2 revision threatens internet governance

    Lu Heng argues the ICP-2 revision centralises power over Internet number governance, risking voluntary cooperation and systemic fragility.

  6. Why technology sovereignty matters in global travel software

    An examination of how global travel software platforms affect regional autonomy and why calls for governance reform are growing.

  7. Latvia finds no link between vessel and Baltic Sea undersea cable damage

    Latvia police say no evidence links a vessel to damage of an undersea Baltic Sea cable, as the investigation continues.

  8. Nvidia’s Huang prepares major keynote as competition grows

    Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang is set to keynote at CES 2026 as rivals and customers increase competition in AI chips and technology.

  9. IP Capital: How companies turn idle IP blocks into recurring revenue

    Companies can monetise unused IPv4 addresses by leasing them, creating steady revenue while keeping ownership.

  10. Neuralink aims for ‘High-Volume’ brain-computer interface production by 2026, but questions persist on safety and accessibility

    Neuralink plans high-volume brain implant production by 2026 with automated surgeries, but safety and scalability concerns linger.

  11. Nvidia asks TSMC to boost H200 chip output as Chinese demand surges

    Nvidia has asked TSMC to ramp up H200 AI chip production to meet booming Chinese demand, with regulatory hurdles still unresolved.

  12. ByteDance ramps up Nvidia chip spending amid AI surge

    Heavy investment in AI chips signals ByteDance’s long-term commitment to scaling data-intensive and generative technologies.

  13. Cybersecurity in 2025: Netscout’s AI-driven defence strategies confront evolving threats

    Netscout highlights AI-based threat intelligence and automation in 2025 cybersecurity but industry experts warn about risks of overreliance.

  14. Debate over decentralising global IP address registration

    Proposal explores using distributed ledgers to decentralise global IP address registration, raising governance and regulatory questions.

  15. Why simple actions can make ISPs 300x richer

    Why ISPs that support NRS and quantify IP capital can improve asset utilisation and unlock new revenue strategies.

  16. Nvidia completes $5 billion stake acquisition in Intel

    Nvidia invests $5 billion in Intel, buying 214.7 million shares to support growth and innovation amid semiconductor industry pressures.

  17. Global fintech i2c Inc and the challenge of preserving regional autonomy

    i2c’s global fintech platform highlights risks to regional financial autonomy as local providers face pressure from large technology vendors.

  18. IP address markets emerge as a new digital asset class

    Exploring how IPv4 scarcity drives global markets, turning IP address blocks into tradable digital assets with rising valuations.

  19. Nvidia’s £16 billion AI chip move sparks debate over future of inference technology

    A $20bn Nvidia–Groq deal focuses on AI inference chips, signalling rising competition beyond GPU-led model training.

  20. Nvidia moves to acquire AI chip startup groq for $20B in asset deal

    Nvidia will pay about $20 billion for assets from AI chip maker Groq and hire its key executives while Groq remains independent.

  21. US postpones China chip tariffs to 2027, seeking trade peace while raising stakes

    New US tariffs targeting Chinese legacy chips are postponed until 2027, drawing sharp criticism from Beijing and industry watchers.

  22. AirTrunk unveils second hyperscale data centre campus in Melbourne amid rising AI infrastructure demand

    AirTrunk plans a second hyperscale data centre in Melbourne, adding 354MW of capacity as demand for AI and cloud infrastructure grows.

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Market / Trends / Europe and Middle East Trends / Europe and Middle East Cloud Services Trends

In this section: 3 briefings

  1. Zayo Europe expands Middle East footprint with eight new PoPs to boost connectivity

    Zayo Europe has launched eight PoPs across the Middle East to improve connectivity between Gulf countries and Europe.

  2. Finland probes damage to undersea cable between Helsinki and Tallinn amid critical infrastructure concerns

    Finland investigates damage to critical undersea telecom cable linking Helsinki and Tallinn after vessel seizure and crew arrests.

  3. Nvidia in advanced talks to buy Israel’s AI21 Labs

    Nvidia is in advanced talks to acquire Israel’s AI21 Labs in a deal up to $3 billion to strengthen its AI software and talent base.

Coverage

Market / Trends / Asia-Pacific Trends / Asia-Pacific Cloud Services Trends

In this section: 12 briefings

  1. India heralds $4.6B investment in home-grown electronic components under ECMS

    India approved $4.6B in electronics component projects to bolster domestic supply and cut import reliance under its ECMS.

  2. Softsource vBridge strengthens New Zealand’s cloud services

    Softsource vBridge supports Kiwi businesses with cloud solutions, managed IT, procurement and modern workplace services.

  3. Softcell Technologies builds enterprise IT for a cloud-first India

    Softcell Technologies delivers enterprise IT services in India, focusing on cloud solutions, cybersecurity, networking and managed services.

  4. SNS Network: Malaysia’s ICT integrator for a connected future

    Malaysia’s SNS Network delivers broadband, cloud and cybersecurity solutions with local offices in Ipoh, Penang, Selangor and Sarawak.

  5. Baidu’s Kunlunxin files confidentially for Hong Kong IPO amid China’s AI chip push

    Baidu prepares a potential IPO for its AI chip arm Kunlunxin as China accelerates efforts to build domestic semiconductor capacity.

  6. China’s landSpace targets $1B IPO to fuel reusable rocket technology growth

    China’s LandSpace plans a $1 billion IPO to accelerate reusable rocket technology and expand its commercial space presence.

  7. China enforces 50% domestic equipment rule for chipmakers to boost local supply chain

    China requires chipmakers to use at least 50 % domestically made equipment for new capacity, reshaping semiconductor supply chains.

  8. MiniMax’s IPO signals momentum in China’s AI scale and Hong Kong tech listings

    MiniMax’s Hong Kong IPO backed by Alibaba and Gulf capital signals renewed momentum for China’s AI market and tech listings.

  9. South Korean L&F slashes value of Tesla battery material supply deal to $7,386

    South Korea’s L&F cuts Tesla battery material supply deal value to $7,386 from $2.9 billion as EV demand and 4680 rollout falter.

  10. Meta to acquire Chinese-Founded AI startup manus in strategic move on advanced artificial intelligence

    Meta to acquire Singapore-based AI startup Manus, boosting advanced AI features and expanding its technology portfolio.

  11. Pakistan’s i-WEB faces calls for regional empowerment amid external pressures

    i-WEB’s role in Pakistan’s internet market highlights regional autonomy challenges amid competition and infrastructure pressures.

  12. TSMC evacuates facilities after Taiwan earthquake hits Hsinchu science park

    A strong earthquake near Hsinchu Science Park disrupted operations at some TSMC sites, renewing focus on supply chain risk in chipmaking.

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Market / Trends / Europe and Middle East Trends / Europe and Middle East Datacenter Trends

In this section: 1 briefing

  1. Saudi Arabia breaks ground on 480 MW Hexagon government data centre in Riyadh

    Saudi Arabia’s SDAIA has launched construction of the 480 MW Hexagon data centre in Riyadh to support government data and AI systems.

Coverage

Market / Trends / Asia-Pacific Trends / Asia-Pacific National Telecom Trends

In this section: 1 briefing

  1. Telenor finally exits Pakistan after prolonged divestment saga

    Telenor completes its exit from Pakistan by selling its remaining stake to Millicom, marking a strategic shift in its global portfolio.

Coverage

Governance / CASE FILE

In this section: 1 briefing

  1. Why RIRs lack authority and how community sovereignty can undermine the internet

    Regional Internet Registries do not have legal authority; community sovereignty can cause governance conflicts.

Coverage

Governance / RIR Watchdog / RIPE NCC / Story

In this section: 1 briefing

  1. Phishing emails exploit fear around RIPE NCC authority and registry roles

    Scammers spoof RIPE NCC emails, exploiting misunderstandings about registry authority amid internet number resource governance debates.

Coverage

Market / Trends / North America Trends / North America Datacenter Trends

In this section: 1 briefing

  1. US faces political backlash over AI data centre electricity concerns

    Bipartisan pushback over AI data centre electricity demand highlights energy policy challenges and infrastructure limits in the United States.

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Market / Trends / Latin America and Caribbean Trends / Latin America and Caribbean National Telecom Trends

In this section: 2 briefings

  1. Telefónica Tech sells Latin America units to streamline strategy

    Telefónica Tech sells its Latin America units to Hiberus, aiming to sharpen focus on core markets while ensuring service continuity.

  2. Telefónica Tech partners Hiberus for Latin America growth

    A new Telefónica Tech–Hiberus alliance targets digital transformation and enterprise IT growth in Latin America.

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Market / Trends / Africa Trends / Africa Cloud Services Trends

In this section: 1 briefing

  1. How CAIGA fits into Smart Africa’s digital transformation agenda

    Critics warn CAIGA is less about digital transformation and more about political control, raising concerns over Smart Africa and ICANN’s role.

Coverage

Market / Trends / Global Trends / Global Datacenter Trends

In this section: 1 briefing

  1. xAI expands AI compute capacity with third data centre purchase

    xAI buys a third building near Memphis to expand AI compute to nearly 2 GW, highlighting competition and environmental concerns.

Coverage

Governance / RIR Watchdog / AFRINIC / Story

In this section: 1 briefing

  1. AFRINIC governance under scrutiny as community ownership claims are questioned

    AFRINIC faces governance scrutiny as critics question whether community ownership truly reflects broad participation.

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Market / Trends / Global Trends / Global National Telecom Trends

In this section: 1 briefing

  1. SoftBank’s $4bn DigitalBridge buyout signals deepening AI infrastructure play

    SoftBank agrees to buy DigitalBridge for $4bn, expanding its AI infrastructure footprint amid rising demand for data centres and networks.

Coverage

Market / Trends / Latin America and Caribbean Trends / Latin America and Caribbean Cloud Services Trends

In this section: 1 briefing

  1. Atos sale of Latin America operations reshapes regional services

    Atos agrees to sell Latin American operations to Semantix, transferring about 2,800 employees and reshaping regional IT services.

Coverage

Governance / ICANN

In this section: 1 briefing

  1. CAIGA risks reproducing centralised power as Africa confronts ICANN’s governance overreach

    CAIGA is promoted as reform, but critics warn it may deepen ICANN’s control over Africa’s internet governance.