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In this section: 17 briefingsNTT DATA Business Solutions: Driving digital innovation
NTT DATA Business Solutions provides IT consulting and SAP solutions for global enterprises, helping drive digital transformation.
CYPE: Transforming construction with innovative software
CYPE: Industry challenges and innovations The construction industry faces challenges such as rising costs, tight deadlines, and the need for sustainable practices. CYPE addresses these challenges by developing software solutions that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and collaboration. One of CYPE’s key…
Equinix announces key investor conference appearances
Equinix executives to present at major conferences Equinix, the world’s leading digital infrastructure company, is set to make waves at two prominent investor conferences on March 3, 2025. Adaire Fox-Martin, the CEO and President, will take the stage at the Citi 2025 Global Property Conference at 2:…
Understanding AI in telecoms: Mavenir’s practical approach
What happened: Mavenir pushes practical AI for telecom automation At MWC25, Mavenir stressed the need for a practical AI approach in telecommunications, challenging the belief that AI deployment requires large-scale GPU investments and extensive data lakes. John Larson, Senior Vice President, highli…
Orange unveils world’s first 5G CNaaS solution
What happened: Orange introduces 5G CNaaS to simplify deployment At MWC25, global telecom operator Orange introduced its 5G Core Network as a Service (CNaaS), the first of its kind. This solution simplifies 5G standalone (SA) deployment, offering mobile operators a cloud-based, fully managed5G core …
Trump criticises CHIPS act in congress address
Trump criticised the CHIPS Act in Congress, calling it a “horrible thing” and suggesting reallocation of funds.
Nvidia stock declines amid tech sell-off and investor concerns
Nvidia’s stock has experienced a significant decline amid broader market sell-offs and industry-specific challenges.
Nayax CEO Yair Nechmad discusses earnings and expansion
Nayax Ltd reports a 34% revenue increase in 2024 and plans expansion into the GCC region, aiming for 30% to 35% revenue growth in 2025.
Huawei launches AI-centric 5.5G solutions at MWC 2025
What happened: Huawei’s AI-centric 5.5G solutions At Mobile World Congress (MWC) Barcelona 2025, Huawei unveiled its AI-Centric 5.5G solutions, designed to address the growing demands of mobile AI. The solutions, which include GigaGear, GreenPulse, and GainLeap, are intended to transform mobile netw…
Huawei accelerates industrial digitalisation with advanced tech
What happened: Huawei drives industrial digitalisation and intelligence with advanced tech Huawei, a global leader in technology and telecommunications, has emphasized the importance of accelerating industrial digitalisation and intelligence to drive innovation and efficiency across industries. The …
Tech Mahindra launches AI-driven telco revolution
What happened: Tech Mahindra’s AI-driven telco transformation Tech Mahindra, in collaboration with Nvidia and AWS, has launched an AI model designed to transform traditional telecom networks into fully autonomous systems. This initiative leverages Meta’s Llama 3.1 8B Instruct framework, NVIDIA AI En…
Jio, AMD, Cisco, Nokia team up for telecom AI platform
What happened: Jio, AMD, Cisco, and Nokia partner to develop AI platform for telecom Jio, a leading Indian telecommunications company, has partnered with AMD, Cisco, and Nokia to develop a advanced AI platform for the telecom industry. The collaboration aims to create a scalable and efficient AI…
Conversant: Unleashing the full potential of the Internet
Conversant: Core offerings and expertise Conversant specialises in providing advanced network solutions that enable businesses to optimise their internet performance. Its services include edge computing, which brings data processing closer to the source, reducing latency and improving speed. The com…
AWS unveils new cloud solutions to boost 5G networks for Telcos
What happened: AWS outposts for 5G networks At the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Amazon Web Services (AWS) unveiled new offerings aimed at enhancing 5G network capabilities for telecom service providers. The new AWS Outposts racks and servers are designed to support high-throughput, network-in…
Savvy Wealth appoints Eric Hurkman as first CTO
Savvy Wealth hires ex-Carta executive Eric Hurkman as CTO to lead AI-driven wealth management innovation and product development.
Armatec Global unveils AI Turnkey SaaS under $1M
Armatec Global disrupts AI market with cost-effective Turnkey SaaS In a groundbreaking industry first, Armatec Global has launched a full-scale turnkey AI-native platform for under $1M USD—a milestone in an industry where similar deployments typically cost tens of millions. This achievement marks a …
Nokia to acquire Infinera in $2.3B deal
Nokia announces a $2.3bn acquisition of Infinera, expanding its optical networking business. The deal enhances scale and market presence.
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Market / Trends / Global Trends / Global Institutional Trends
In this section: 3 briefingsDatasafe: Safeguarding businesses with advanced data solutions
Datasafe: Industry challenges and innovations The data security and IT solutions industry is rapidly evolving, driven by advancements in technology and the increasing sophistication of cyber threats. Businesses face challenges such as data breaches, regulatory compliance, and the need for cost-effec…
Universiti Malaya: Leading innovation in higher education
UM: Academic programmes and research excellence UM offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across disciplines such as engineering, medicine, law, business, and the humanities. The university is particularly renowned for its research-intensive approach, with numerous research…
UniSZA: Bridging tradition and innovation in higher education
UniSZA: Academic programmes and research excellence UniSZA offers undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across various disciplines, including medicine, pharmacy, Islamic finance, and information technology. The university is particularly renowned for its health sciences faculty, which produces s…
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Market / Trends / Asia-Pacific Trends / Asia-Pacific Cloud Services Trends
In this section: 4 briefingsTechnology Park Malaysia: Pioneering innovation and growth
A hub for technological advancement Technology Park Malaysia Corporation Sdn. Bhd. (TPM) stands as a beacon of innovation in Malaysia’s technology landscape. Established to foster research and development, TPM provides a vibrant ecosystem for tech entrepreneurs and businesses. Located in the heart o…
E-global Innovative Sdn Bhd’s HostPro2U launches Green Data Centers to power Malaysia’s digital ambitions
Discover how HostPro2U’s GreenFort Data Centers and MDEC partnership drive Malaysia’s sustainable tech growth.
Qvantel secures Veon group contract for 130M customers
What happened: Qvantel expands partnership with Veon group Finnish BSS provider Qvantel has secured a multi-country contract with Veon Group, covering digital operators with over 130 million customers. The deal includes Jazz in Pakistan, Banglalink in Bangladesh, and Kyivstar in Ukraine. Qvantel wil…
China Unicom to roll out 5G-Advanced by end of 2025
• 5G-Advanced to Cover Over 300 Cities• Collaboration with Huawei to Drive AI Integration What happened: China Unicom’s 5G-Advanced action plan China Unicom has unveiled an ambitious plan to deploy 5G-Advanced services across over 300 cities by the end of 2025. Announced at the “Powering the Asian W…
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Market / Trends / Asia-Pacific Trends / Asia-Pacific Regional ISP Trends
In this section: 2 briefingsMyIX: Connecting Malaysia to the digital future
Pioneering internet exchanges in Malaysia MyIX (Malaysia Internet Exchange) is making waves in the tech landscape by facilitating efficient data exchange among local and international networks. Established to enhance Malaysia’s internet infrastructure, MyIX plays a crucial role in reducing latency a…
Gigabit Fiber expands ultra-fast broadband across Malaysia
Gigabit Fiber expands ultra-fast broadband in Malaysia, enhancing internet connectivity with high-speed, low-latency fiber-optic networks.
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Market / Trends / North America Trends / North America Cloud Services Trends
In this section: 2 briefingsFCC chief criticises EU’s digital services act
What happened: FCC chair raises concerns over EU’s digital services act Brendan Carr, Chairman of the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC), has criticised the European Union’s Digital Services Act (DSA), arguing that it conflicts with America’s free speech principles and could excessively li…
Quantexa raises $175M, hits $2.6B valuation
UK AI firm Quantexa raises $175m in Series F, reaching a $2.6bn valuation. The funding supports North American expansion.
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Market / Trends / Global Trends / Global Datacenter Trends
In this section: 3 briefingsDatacloud Energy & ESG 2025: Industry leaders call for urgent grid reform
What happened: Urgent calls for grid reform at Datacloud Energy & ESG 2025 At Datacloud Energy & ESG 2025, industry leaders gathered in Brussels to address the pressing challenge of aligning data centre growth with grid reforms. The discussion featured executives from data centre operators, industry…
Top tech news today: 7 March, 2025
AI advancements, telecom partnerships, data center innovations, and policy debates drive global tech sector transformations.
Nicolas Roy to lead Orange’s Data Centre strategy
What happened: Nicolas Roy’s new role at Orange Nicolas Roy, the CEO of Totem (Orange’s tower-focused subsidiary) since its launch in October 2021, has announced that he will step aside to lead Orange Group’s data center strategy and business development unit. This move was revealed in a LinkedIn an…
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Market / Trends / Asia-Pacific Trends / Asia-Pacific National Telecom Trends
In this section: 1 briefingVerizon, Singtel and Skylo join forces to expand global IoT connectivity
• Verizon adds Singtel and Skylo to its IoT partner ecosystem• Collaboration enhances global IoT coverage and management capabilities What happened: Global IoT coverage expands with new partnerships Verizon Business has announced strategic partnerships with Singapore-based telecom giant Singtel and …
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In this section: 1 briefingSchneider Electric names new SVP in Europe
What happened: Schneider Electric appoints Pablo Ruiz Escribano as SVP Schneider Electric, a global leader in energy management and automation, has announced the appointment of Pablo Ruiz Escribano as the new Senior Vice President (SVP) of its Secure Power and Data Centre Business in Europe. In this…
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Governance / RIR Watchdog / LACNIC / Story
In this section: 4 briefingsLACNIC measures internet performance during Chile’s blackout
What happened: LACNIC investigates Chile’s significant internet blackout In early March 2025, parts of Chile experienced significant internet outages due to an unexpected blackout. This disruption affected numerous users and businesses across the country, leading to a heightened interest in understa…
LACNIC focuses on RPKI security with key rotation strategies
What happened: LACNIC enhances RPKI security measures LACNIC has taken significant steps to enhance the security of the Resource Public Key Infrastructure (RPKI) by implementing a key rotation strategy. This initiative aims to strengthen trust anchors, which are crucial for validating the authentici…
LACNIC appoints Ernesto Majó as CEO to enhance internet growth
What happened: LACNIC appoints Ernesto Majó as CEO LACNIC has appointed Ernesto Majó as its new CEO, marking a significant leadership transition within the organisation. With over 20 years of experience at LACNIC, Majó has held various roles, including deputy CEO, where he gained valuable insights i…
LACNIC publishes insights from the ICP-2 principles questionnaire
What happened：LACNIC publishes ICP-2 feedback insights LACNIC has released a comprehensive report detailing the community responses to its ICP-2 principles questionnaire. Open from 8 October to 6 December 2024, the survey attracted 298 individual submissions from the Regional Internet Registry commu…
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In this section: 1 briefingUniversiti Malaysia Sabah: Pioneering sustainability and innovation
UMS: Academic programmes and research excellence UMS offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across disciplines such as marine science, environmental studies, engineering, business, and social sciences. The university is particularly renowned for its expertise in marine and …
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In this section: 5 briefingsVerizon and Accenture join forces on cybersecurity
What happened: Strengthening cyber resilience for enterprises Verizon Business and Accenture have announced a strategic partnership to enhance cybersecurity solutions for mid-market and large enterprises. The collaboration will provide an integrated suite of services to identify vulnerabilities, det…
Verizon expands global IoT with new partners
Verizon partners with Singtel and Skylo to expand Global IoT Orchestration, providing scalable IoT connectivity across 200 territories.
Orange unveils 5G core network as a service
Orange launches its 5G Core Network as a Service (CNaaS), enabling operators to deploy standalone 5G with a scalable, fully managed solution.
Elon Musk and SoftBank CEO explore investment opportunities
What happened: Elon Musk and SoftBank CEO discuss potential investment opportunities Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, recently held discussions with Masayoshi Son, CEO of SoftBank, regarding potential investment opportunities. While details of the talks remain undisclosed, the meeting has sparked…
SoftBank showcases AI RAN innovations at MWC
SoftBank unveils five AI RAN advancements at MWC, focusing on improving network efficiency, optimising energy management.
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Market / Trends / Europe and Middle East Trends / Europe and Middle East National Telecom Trends
In this section: 3 briefingsAduna expands Network API initiative in France
What happened: Aduna grows ecosystem in France Aduna, the network API initiative founded by Ericsson and a consortium of telco members, has expanded its ecosystem in France with the addition of Bouygues Telecom and Free (iliad Group). These operators join Orange France, one of the founding members, …
BT urges businesses to switch from analogue landlines by 2025
What happened: BT urges businesses to transition from analogue landlines ahead of 2025 deadline BT, one of the UK’s leading telecommunications providers, is urging businesses to transition from analogue landlines to digital alternatives ahead of the 2025 deadline for the nationwide switch-off of the…
Vodafone and AST SpaceMobile launch European satellite service
What happened: Vodafonea and AST SpaceMobile to offer satellite connectivity across Europe Vodafone has announced a partnership with AST SpaceMobile to launch a joint satellite service across Europe. The collaboration aims to provide seamless mobile connectivity, particularly in remote and underserv…
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In this section: 3 briefingsGoogle cloud powers AI-driven RAN for DT and Vodafone Italy
What happened: Google cloud supports Deutsche Telekom and Vodafone Italy with AI-driven RAN Google Cloud has partnered with Deutsche Telekom (DT) and Vodafone Italy to modernize their Radio Access Network (RAN) and data infrastructure using AI-driven solutions. The collaboration aims to enhance netw…
Top tech news today: 6 March, 2025
1. Quantexa Secures $175m Series F Funding Quantexa, a UK-based AI FinTech company, has secured $175 million in Series F funding, reaching a valuation of $2.6 billion. Source: Fintech Global 2. Grain Lands $50m+ Funding for AI-Powered FX Tools Grain, a FinTech company, has secured over $50 million i…
Finland launches Europe’s first 50-Qubit quantum computer
What happened: Finland launches Europe’s first 50-Qubit superconducting quantum computer Finland’s leading research institute, VTT Technical Research Centre, in collaboration with computer company IQM Quantum Computers, has developed and launched Europe’s first 50-qubit superconducting quantum compu…
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Governance / RIR Watchdog / ARIN / Story
In this section: 1 briefingARIN updated Number Resource Policy Manual (NRPM) version
What happened: ARIN updates Number Resource Policy Manual to version 2025.1 The American Registry for Internet Numbers (ARIN) has released an updated version of its Number Resource Policy Manual (NRPM), version 2025.1, which is now in effect and replaces the previous version. This update follows the…