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Market / Trends / Global Trends / Global Cloud Services Trends
In this section: 14 briefingsAMD acquires Untether AI team to bolster chip design talent
What happened AMD has taken in the engineering team of Untether AI. Untether AI is a Canadian startup that works on AI chips for inference tasks. This deal helps AMD grow its custom chip design skills and adds more expert workers to its team. AMD confirmed the move, and Verdict also reported the sto…
Schroders: Global heritage and expertise in asset management
Schroders: A legacy built on trust and expertise Schroders, founded in 1804, is one of the world’s oldest and most respected investment firms. Headquartered in London, it now manages approximately £778.7 billion in assets and employs around 6,000 people across 38 global offices. As a FTSE 100 compan…
Chime’s IPO tests wall street’s appetite for fintech
Chime’s IPO, priced lower than its 2021 valuation, could influence the fintech sector’s future market entries.
Hyperoptic changes strategy with Openreach deal
Hyperoptic partners with Openreach to expand broadband services, shifting from its previous self-build strategy.
Seven Seven Global: Elevating Filipino tech on the global stage
Seven Seven Global Services Inc: From legacy roots to modern IT ecosystem Seven Seven Global Services Inc (also known as 77Soft) was founded in 1996 in New Jersey and the Philippines. It is now one of the largest Filipino-owned IT-BPM firms, supporting Fortune 500 clients in financial services, insu…
Telectronic Systems powers digital transformation in Philippine IT
Telectronic Systems: modernizing Philippine IT backbone Telectronic Systems Inc. is an established Philippine IT company offering hardware and digital services. Its focus is helping organizations improve work quality and operational systems. The firm works with telecoms, government, and enterprise c…
Schneider Electric links with Nvidia to power modular AI data centres
Schneider and Nvidia build modular AI data centres with liquid cooling to meet energy needs of AI workloads.
AMD EPYC chips power Nokia telecom cloud
Nokia Cloud Infrastructure now runs on AMD EPYC processors to support high-performance, energy-efficient telecom network transformation.
Virtu Finance teams with TradeOps to enhance market tech
Virtu Finance partners with TradeOps to improve trading technology, boost automation, and support growth in a changing fintech landscape.
4iG renews satellite deal with Intelsat, securing Hungary’s TV future
4iG renews Intelsat deal for DTH TV services Hungary’s 4iG Group has renewed a major agreement with Intelsat that will keep its Direct-to-Home (DTH) satellite TV services running smoothly for years to come. The deal, announced this week, covers long-term access to satellite capacity at Intelsat’s ke…
Sunbridge Worldwide LTD: Bridging in global IT solutions
Sunbridge Worldwide LTD: A decade of custom IT mastery Founded in 2006, Sunbridge Worldwide LTD has established itself as a trusted provider of high-end information technology solutions, catering to businesses both nationally and internationally. Headquartered at www.thesunbridge.com, the company wa…
Nscale challenges AWS’s European cloud plan
Nscale criticises AWS’s European Sovereign Cloud, claiming it doesn’t offer true sovereignty or full local control.
Bitcoin Family splits seed phrase to thwart crypto crime
Bitcoin Family marking a new model for safeguarding digital assets Didi Taihuttu and his “Bitcoin Family”—renowned for selling everything in 2017 to go all-in on Bitcoin—have upgraded their security protocols amidst a wave of violent attacks on crypto holders. The family now employs a hybrid system:…
CHIPS Act deals under scrutiny as Trump seeks better terms
What happened: Trump targets CHIPS Act budget cuts The Trump administration has begun renegotiating key CHIPS Act subsidy agreements with major semiconductor firms, including Intel, TSMC and Infinera. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick confirmed the shift in approach during a Senate Appropriations Co…
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Market / Trends / Europe and Middle East Trends / Europe and Middle East National Telecom Trends
In this section: 5 briefingsBT weighs TalkTalk takeover to expand broadband market share
What happened BT Group is considering a potential acquisition of TalkTalk, one of the UK’s smaller broadband providers, according to The Guardian. The move comes amid TalkTalk’s search for buyers or restructuring options, following declining profits and heightened competition. BT has reportedly held…
Telefónica gears up for bold bid on Vodafone Spain
Telefónica explore a possible acquisition of Vodafone Spain Telefónica, under the leadership of its recently installed CEO Marc Murtra, has reportedly engaged investment bank AZ Capital to assess a potential takeover of Vodafone Spain . Expansion first revealed the appointment, indicating Telefónica…
Twilio and Orange expand RCS messaging in France
What happened: Twilio teams with Orange to scale secure RCS across France Twilio has announced a partnership with Orange to expand Rich Communication Services (RCS) Business Messaging across France. The announcement was made during the Transform London event on 11 June 2025. This collaboration allow…
Vodafone Spain sale sparks new consolidation rumours
• Telefónica and MasOrange are reportedly exploring acquisition of Vodafone Spain, possibly splitting assets to satisfy regulators.• Market dominance by the two main players and the high purchase cost make any deal complex and highly scrutinised. What happened: Vodafone sale of Spain unit sparks con…
Ofcom launches AI strategy for telecoms and online safety
What happened: Ofcom outlines new AI approach Ofcom has launched a dedicated strategy to address the increasing use of artificial intelligence in the telecoms and online sectors. As reported by Capacity Media, the UK communications regulator will focus on both the risks and benefits of AI technologi…
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Market / Trends / Europe and Middle East Trends / Europe and Middle East Cloud Services Trends
In this section: 4 briefingsKhazna and Nvidia partner to bring AI infrastructure to UAE
What happened Khazna Data Centers and Nvidia have announced a collaboration to build AI-ready digital infrastructure in the United Arab Emirates. The agreement focuses on enabling high-performance computing using Nvidia’s GPU platforms, including its advanced AI hardware and software stack. The infr…
Nebius enters UK market with Nvidia-backed AI infrastructure
Nebius launches in UK with Nvidia Blackwell-powered AI infrastructure, aiming to meet rising local demand for AI computer.
Think tank warns UK AI Civil Service fund lacks direction
UK think tank warns the £3.25bn Civil Service AI Fund lacks strategic clarity and shows inconsistent department-level implementation.
Datacloud Congress 2025 builds global digital partnerships
What happened: Datacloud Congress 2025 fosters strategic connections in digital infrastructure The Datacloud Congress 2025, held from 3–5 June in France, brought together hundreds of professionals from the data centre, cloud infrastructure, connectivity, energy, technology, investment, and governmen…
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Market / Trends / Asia-Pacific Trends / Asia-Pacific Cloud Services Trends
In this section: 8 briefingsGlobal Agility Solutions boosts efficiency in tolling BPO
Global Agility Solutions: modernizing tolling and BPO Global Agility Solutions is a privately held BPO provider founded in 2013, with headquarters in Austin, Texas and sites in the Philippines, Vietnam and Eagle Pass . The company offers onshore, offshore and hybrid services focused on automating re…
BSP steers Philippines banking into digital era
Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas: Central bank with a digital vision The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) is the Philippines’ central bank, re-established in 1993 through the New Central Bank Act and further strengthened by Republic Act No. 11211. It maintains monetary stability, issues currency, superv…
CLDY: Earns top rating in Singapore’s internet hygiene portal
CLDY gets top CSA rating for website and email security, showing its strong focus on trusted cloud services.
AZ Communications connects Philippine via satellite broadband
AZ Communications network brings internet everywhere AZ Communications Network, Inc.—commonly known as AZCom—offers High Throughput Satellite (HTS) connectivity across the Philippines, ensuring universal access to enhanced broadband at lower cost. By teaming with Kacific, AZCom utilises Ka-band tech…
Green Packet Global: Carrier‑neutral wholesale for voice and data
Green Packet Global: Wholesale voice, data and messaging services Launched in Singapore in 2007 (originally known as NGT Networks), Green Packet Global has rapidly become Asia’s leading carrier‑neutral wholesaler of voice, A2P messages and data. It offers wholesale voice minutes through more than 35…
LG Innotek unveils 5G satellite module for connected vehicles
What happened: LG Innotek launches satellite-based 5G module for vehicles South Korea’s LG Innotek has revealed the world’s first automotive 5G broadband satellite communication module. The company’s new hardware combines satellite, 5G, and LTE communication functions into a single unit, allowing ve…
JPCDC 2025 closes with urgent calls for IP governance change
What happened: JPCDC 2025 final day focuses on IP governance and infrastructure risks The Japan Cloud & Datacenter Convention 2025 (JPCDC 2025) concluded in Tokyo this week after a full day of expert panels and keynote sessions exploring the future of cloud, data centres, and internet infrastructure…
Lu Heng, LARUS CEO, calls for IP portability at Japan Datacenter Forum
Rethinking IP governance in a borderless internet At the Japan Cloud & Datacenter Convention 2025, held on June 6 at Hilton Tokyo, Lu Heng, CEO of LARUS Ltd, delivered a keynote address titled “Portability of IP Addresses – The Next Essential Internet Development.” Speaking to a hall filled with glo…
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Market / Trends / North America Trends / North America Regional ISP Trends
In this section: 2 briefingsAT&T passes 30 million fibre locations milestone
What happened: AT&T reaches 30 million fibre locations across the U.S. AT&T has extended its fibre-broadband network to over 30 million homes and businesses across the U.S., reaching this milestone ahead of schedule. This places AT&T halfway towards its 2030 target of covering approximately 60 milli…
Trump reshapes broadband policy as BEAD rules change and DEI cuts made
Trump campaign aims to remove DEI rules and speed up rural fibre rollout in major shift to US broadband policy.
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Governance / NOGS / North America NOGs / NANOG
In this section: 2 briefingsNANOG 94 explores AI, security, and routing resilience in Denver
NANOG 94 in Denver explores AI automation, routing security, and IPv6 advancements with LARUS among key sponsors.
NANOG 94 kicks off with focus on data‑centre operations
Day one highlights at NANOG 94 in Denver The first day of NANOG 94, held on Monday 9 June 2025 at Sheraton Denver Downtown, began with registration and a newcomers’ breakfast. Jonathan Black, Executive Director of NANOG, officially opened the conference. He was joined by Chris Grundemann and Adair T…
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Market / Trends / Asia-Pacific Trends / Asia-Pacific Institutional Trends
In this section: 2 briefingsRipple commits $5M to APAC universities for blockchain innovation
Ripple is doubling down on Asia-Pacific blockchain academic research Ripple has committed another $5 million to its University Blockchain Research Initiative (UBRI) in the Asia-Pacific region, expanding its long-term bet on the role of academia in shaping the future of blockchain. The latest round b…
Asia Interconnect Forum ends with calls for data sovereignty reform
What happened: Forum closes with stark warnings on cross-border policy fragmentation and data sovereignty The Asia Interconnect World Forum 2025 wrapped up today in Tokyo, concluding a high-level gathering of regulators, infrastructure operators, and internet governance leaders from across Asia-Paci…
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Market / Trends / Global Trends / Global Datacenter Trends
In this section: 2 briefingsAmazon to invest $20B in Pennsylvania AI data centres
What happened: Amazon to pump $20B in Pennsylvania AI infrastructure Amazon has proposed a $20 billion investment in Pennsylvania to build two major AI‑focused data centre campuses, the largest private sector investment in the state’s history. One campus is planned near Philadelphia in Falls Townshi…
Qualcomm acquires Alphawave for data centre expansion
Qualcomm to acquire Alphawave Semi in $2.4bn deal to strengthen its data centre connectivity and AI semiconductor ecosystem.
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Market / Trends / Asia-Pacific Trends / Asia-Pacific Regional ISP Trends
In this section: 2 briefingsEricsson wins major managed services contract with Bharti Airtel
What happened: Ericsson strengthens Airtel partnership for pan-India network Ericsson has secured a multi-year Managed Services contract with Bharti Airtel to oversee its pan-India network. The agreement will see Ericsson manage services across Airtel’s 4G, 5G NSA, 5G SA, Fixed Wireless Access, Priv…
Ocean Wave Communications Philippines expands fibre broadband
Ocean Wave Communications Philippines expands fibre broadband services across Tacloban, Palo, and broader Leyte province communities.
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Market / Trends / North America Trends / North America Cloud Services Trends
In this section: 2 briefingsConnectbase adds IPAM module to streamline network provisioning
What happened: Connectbase debuts automated IP address management module US-based connectivity marketplace platform Connectbase has launched a new IP address management (IPAM) module. The addition is part of its ongoing expansion of The Connected World platform, which aims to improve how service pro…
US expands Starlink funding via Internet for All programme
What happened: Commerce revises Starlink’s funding prospects The US Commerce Department has updated the rules governing its \$42.5 billion Internet for All initiative, allowing satellite broadband providers like SpaceX’s Starlink to access federal funding under certain conditions. As reported by The…
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Market / Trends / Africa Trends / Africa Cloud Services Trends
In this section: 1 briefingIoT360: Integrates LoRaWAN to revolutionise South Africa’s IoT landscape
South African IoT360 offers full-stack, network‑independent IoT solutions across key industries, tackling connectivity and energy challenges.
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Governance / CASE FILE
In this section: 1 briefingArgentina court green lights Telecom integration
Court grants in Telecom Argentina merger case On 9 June 2025, Argentina’s Federal Court of Appeals issued a ruling granting Telecom Argentina’s appeal “with suspensive effect” against a March resolution from the Ministry of Industry and Commerce. The original resolution had prohibited Telecom from a…
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Market / Trends / Europe and Middle East Trends / Europe and Middle East Institutional Trends
In this section: 1 briefingInternal Comms takes centre stage at TNC25 SIG-Marcomms
TNC25 officially opened today, 9 June 2025, in Brighton, UK, hosted by Jisc, the United Kingdom’s National Research and Education Network (NREN). Running from 9 to 13 June, this year’s conference embraces the theme “Brighter Together”, reflecting the community’s commitment to collaboration, diversit…
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Market / Trends / Global Trends / Global Institutional Trends
In this section: 1 briefingTop tech news today: 10 June, 2025
Catch up on the latest in tech—telco mergers, 5G satellite modules, and broadband policy shifts, all in one roundup.
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Market / Trends / Global Trends / Global National Telecom Trends
In this section: 2 briefingsVerizon Business debuts Edge Transportation Exchange
Verizon Business accelerating vehicle-to‑everything communications Verizon Business has officially launched its Edge Transportation Exchange, a mobile‑network V2X communication platform that connects vehicles, pedestrians and road infrastructure—including traffic signals and work zones—via 5G and LT…
AT&T secures 130MW solar deal with Enbridge in Texas
What happened: AT&T activates 130MW solar deal in Texas AT&T has finalised a long-term virtual Power Purchase Agreement (vPPA) with Canadian energy company Enbridge. The deal covers the entire 130MW output from the Orange Grove Solar project. The facility, located in Jim Wells County, Texas, went on…
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Governance / RIR Watchdog / APNIC / Story
In this section: 1 briefingRegistration opens for APNIC 60 in Da Nang this September
APNIC 60 registration opens for September conference in Viet Nam, featuring workshops, talks, and networking opportunities.