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In this section: 5 briefingsHyundai and Kia to launch first India-made EVs by 2025
South Korea’s Hyundai Motor Group will launch its first India-manufactured electric vehicles by 2025 as the parent of the Hyundai and Kia brands looks to boost its presence in the nascent space dominated by Tata Motors. Indian market Hyundai’s largest market outside of North America and Europe is In…
Huawei’s laptop has been criticised by Republican China hardliners
According to the industry on the 22nd, the U.S. Republic of China’s largest communication equipment company Huawei’s largest telecommunications equipment companies. The launch of a new product Recently, Huawei released a new product, the first laptop with artificial intelligence technology. This is …
TSMC unveils A16 chip technology for faster AI chips
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co plans to launch a new chip manufacturing technology called “A16” in the second half of 2026. Innovative power delivery mechanism A standout feature of the A16 technology is its revolutionary power delivery mechanism, enabling the provision of power to computing …
Colt wins ‘Best Global Financial Derivatives Data Provider’ award
Recognised as global leader in financial derivatives data supply In a ceremony held at the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEX), Colt Technology Services Co., Ltd. was honoured with the prestigious “Global Best Financial Derivatives Data Provider” award for 2023. Ms. Amana Lau, Regional Sales Director an…
TSMC says ‘A16’ to arrive in 2026, setting up showdown with Intel
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) announced on Wednesday that a new chip manufacturing technology known as “A16” will go into production in the second half of 2026 in an attempt to produce the fastest chips in the world, squaring off with Intel, according to Reuters. About A16 At a confe…
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In this section: 6 briefingsTop tech news stories today: April 26, 2024
Today’s top tech stories include Amazon’s investment in Indiana, ByteDance denies media report of plan to sell TikTok, Microsoft’s AI lead puts Amazon cloud dominance on watch and more. Follow our steps to see more! Fintech 1. Crypto firm Consensys sues US SEC over Ethereum regulation Crypto softwar…
Huawei’s new laptop with Intel chip leads to lawmakers’ critique
Republican U.S. lawmakers on Friday criticized the Biden administration after sanctioned Chinese telecoms equipment giant Huawei unveiled a laptop this week powered by an Intel AI chip. Huawei’s actions on U.S. licence The United States placed Huawei on a trade restriction list in 2019 for breaking …
US forces TikTok to divest or face ban
The U.S. Senate has told to ban TikTok or force the sale of application, giving its Chinese parent company ByteDance a year to divest.
Top tech news stories today: April 25, 2024
US seeks 3 years prison for Binance founder Zhao, IBM to buy HashiCorp in $6.4 billion deal to expand in cloud and other tech news.
AI leads Microsoft close to cloud dominance
Future quarterly reports from the US tech companies could reveal that Microsoft is catching up to cloud computing leader Amazon.com as more companies move to its services, drawn by a slew of generative AI features enabled by OpenAI’s technology. About Microsoft The adoption of AI will be gauged by M…
TikTok CEO says company vows to fight US ban
CEO of TikTok Shou Zi Chew says the company will fight a recently passed US law that mandates the platform be sold off by its Chinese parent company ByteDance or face being blocked in the US. He also cautions that lawmakers’ real intention is to simply forbid access to the service altogether rather …
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In this section: 32 briefingsPrivate cellular IoT connections to reach 108 million in 2030
Customers of the growing Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) are keen to digitalize important use cases using powerful, dedicated networks, which will make these sectors leaders in the adoption of private 4G and 5G. The manufacturing and transportation sectors will have the highest number of privat…
Increasing AI spending leads to investors’ worries
On the rise in stock prices brought about by the technology sector, tech companies continue to remain ambitious and optimistic about AI. However, investors seem impatient with Big Tech’s massive artificial intelligence investments after Meta Platforms indicated increased spending and a lengthy path …
Arista unveils C-460 access point: Wi-Fi 7 era begins
Enterprises are grappling with escalating bandwidth demands, propelled by the proliferation of bandwidth-intensive applications such as AR/VR, multimedia streaming, IoT, and high-density deployments. In response to these challenges, the latest Wi-Fi standard, Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), is poised to redefin…
Tesla’s humanoid robot, Optimus, may debut in 2025
During an earnings call this week, Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced the potential launch of Optimus, the company’s humanoid robot, by 2025. Musk revealed plans for Optimus to undertake factory tasks by the end of 2024, followed by wider commercial availability the following year. The road to commercial…
Which VPN tunnel type uses an Internet Key Exchange (IKE)?
IKE is crucial in IPsec VPNs for secure key exchange, authentication, and encrypted data transmission, enhancing network security.
Who builds the internet’s infrastructure?
The establishment of the Internet infrastructure is the result of multifaceted and interdisciplinary cooperation.
What is the primary infrastructure that creates the internet?
The infrastructure of the Internet involves multiple layers, ranging from physical hardware to complex software.
IBM to acquire HashiCorp for $6.4 billion to expand cloud computing
IBM said it would acquire HashiCorp in a deal valued at $6.4 billion, expanding its cloud-based software offerings.
How does cable internet work?
Cable Internet is a form of broadband connection that uses infrastructure of cable television networks to provide high-speed Internet access.
How is digital transformation changing the healthcare industry?
Healthcare is one of the world’s most important and broad industries. It is also one of the most slow-to-change. However, digital transformation has revolutionised the healthcare industry in recent years. Digital transformation uses digital technologies to improve business processes and create new p…
WhatsApp starts rolling out Passkeys on iOS
Meta’s WhatsApp is now rolling out Passkeys support for the iPhone version of the app. This means that users only need to log in once to set up their account using their password and not have to enter it again. The Passkeys support Last October, Meta began offering Passkeys support to Android WhatsA…
Perplexity’s ongoing fundraising spree
Perplexity, a rising star in the AI search engine arena, is garnering significant investor interest with its innovative approach to generative AI. New Enterprise Associates (NEA) and IVP, both previous backers of the company, are among those looking to invest in this larger round, according to sourc…
Apple’s Let Loose event: Coming May 7
Speculations suggest new iPads, featuring M2 and M3 chips, along with upgrades to the Apple Pencil and Magic Keyboard case.
X set to launch TV app for videos ‘soon’
The upcoming TV app is anticipated to offer users a convenient platform to access various video content directly on their TV screens.
Coca-Cola signs $1.1 bln deal to use Microsoft cloud, AI services
Microsoft said on Tuesday that Coca-Cola had signed a $1.1 billion 5-year deal to use its artificial intelligence assistant Copilot and cloud computing service Azure. Exploring the OpenAI and Microsoft partnership Copilot for Microsoft 365 gets GPT-4 Turbo, unlimited chats Joi…
ASML appoints Christophe Fouquet as new CEO
ASML appointed Christophe Fouquet as new CEO and continues to drive the company’s leadership position in the global semiconductor industry.
Q.Ant debuts its sensor to enable brain signals to direct prostheses
The quantum technology startup Q.Ant has unveiled a sensor that can sense the body’s minute electrical signals and use that information to control exoskeletons, avatars, and prosthetics. About Q.Ant’s sensor Q.Ant’s sensor is more accurate than earlier versions because it can detect even the smalles…
Meta announces passkeys come to WhatsApp iOS app
Meta has now verified that passkey protection for WhatsApp accounts on iPhones will also be an option as reported by Engadget. For Android users, the feature was initially released in October of last year. In the upcoming weeks, Meta claims that all WhatsApp users should be able to access the featur…
Binance founder Changpeng Zhao should spend 3 years in prison
The Department of Justice (DOJ) requests that Binance founder and former CEO Changpeng Zhao be locked up for 3 years and pay a $50 million fine for violating the Bank Secrecy Act, which he pleaded guilty to in November. The sentence, per the DOJ sentencing memo Monday, “will not just send a message …
Coca-Cola bets big on Microsoft’s AI with $1.1 billion deal
The Coca-Cola Company is bolstering its core technology strategy by signing a $1.1 billion five-year deal to employ Microsoft’s cloud-based and generative AI-powered capabilities, according to Reuters on Tuesday. Coca-Cola will continue its focus on global productivity and innovation, adopting leadi…
Equinix’s RED: circular IT management aligns with european deal
On April 22nd, Earth Day is observed worldwide, with this year’s theme revolving around “Earth and Plastic.” This occasion prompts reflection on how we can make wiser decisions regarding the materials we use—be it plastic, metal, or others—to minimize our impact on the planet and human health. In th…
When did cybersecurity start?
Cybersecurity’s evolution mirrors the ongoing struggle against evolving digital threats, shaping robust defences for a dynamic landscape.
How does AI apply to cybersecurity?
AI transforms cybersecurity with advanced threat detection, real-time analysis, and automated response for a robust defence.
What are the 3 advantages of robots in industry?
Robots in the industry can increase productivity, reduce costs and improve the quality of products and the safety of the working environment.
What is the difference between fintech and blockchain?
Fintech improves the efficiency of traditional financial services. Blockchain focuses on providing security of the data.
How will AI affect different industries?
AI increases efficiency and reduces costs, enhances the quality of products, promotes personalisation, and drives industrial upgrading.
Why is fintech disrupting traditional banking?
Fintech has changed consumer expectations and improved service quality through innovative technology applications and service models.
Is deepfake AI illegal?
Deepfake uses deep learning for image synthesis to create falsified videos, and when used maliciously without consent may cause legal risks.
What are the main components of the NIST cybersecurity framework？
The NIST CSF is a set of guidelines for mitigating organisations’ cybersecurity risks. The main components are “Core”, “Profile” and “Tiers”.
How to create a large language model (LLM)?
LLMs are AI models that generate textual content. Creating LLMs requires computer science expertise and adherence to ethics.
How does a client server infrastructure work?
Client devices interact with centralised servers to access services and data in a client-server infrastructure.
Why is it so challenging to secure digital information?
Human error and social engineering tactics contribute to security risks and vulnerabilities in cybersecurity.
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In this section: 4 briefingsTHNIC Foundation presents at UA Day 2024
The Thai Network Information Center Foundation (THNIC) was invited by the Universal Acceptance Steering Group (UASG) to participate in UNIVERSAL ACCEPTANCE (UA) Day 2024 on March 28, 2024. Mr. Anawin Pongsaboripat, Assistant Director of the THNIC Foundation, represented the organization at the event…
Why is cybersecurity awareness important?
Cybersecurity awareness is vital in a digital society, involving a security mindset, education, regulations, and technology development.
Why is cybersecurity important in healthcare?
Cybersecurity in healthcare is critical for patient data privacy and regulatory compliance. The HIPAA provides a structured approach.
What is cybersecurity compliance?
Cybersecurity compliance ensures organisation adheres to related industry standards and global regulations on data privacy.
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In this section: 1 briefing263 Global expanding network with a new Tokyo node
Enhanced connectivity and reduced latency 263 Global, in partnership with Equinix, has inaugurated a new business node within Equinix’s TY9 IBX data centre located in Tokyo. This strategic node is directly linked to 263 Global’s node in Shanghai, China, through the APCN2 and TPE submarine cables, re…
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In this section: 1 briefingBinance founder Changpeng Zhao faces prison time in the US
US prosecutors want Changpeng Zhao, the founder and former chief executive of Binance, to serve three years in prison. US prosecutors charge Zhao with serious crimes Changpeng Zhao, the founder and former CEO of Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, could face three years in prison a…
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In this section: 1 briefingUK enacts tough law on deepfakes
The Ministry of Justice said on the 16th, the Ministry of Justice said on the 16th that the government could receive sexual image or video without the party consent of the party. Strong response to deep fake Britain’s Ministry of Justice said on the 16th (local time) that if the government-proposed …