Europe and Middle East
Europe and Middle East
Europe and Middle East market trend intelligence tracks cloud service, regional ISP, national telecom, data centre, and institutional infrastructure signals across European and Middle Eastern internet infrastructure markets. BTW.MEDIA connects published reports with regional context, public evidence, company actions, governance pressure, capital deployment, and operating constraints so readers can follow market demand, network expansion, competitive change, and operational risk in the digital infrastructure economy. The page explains which infrastructure sectors are moving, which actors are exposed, what public sources support the signal, and why regional execution conditions matter. It helps readers move from scattered announcements to a clearer view of what is changing, which signals are supported by evidence, and which infrastructure decisions may matter over the next planning cycle. It is designed for repeat research, giving operators, investors, analysts, and policy readers a stable way to compare market movement by region, industry, consequence, confidence, and downstream impact on customers, procurement, regulation, and capital planning.
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Institutional
UK government announces $41M boost for AI projects
OUR TAKE This policy signals a shift in the UK government’s approach to AI investment, focusing on targeted, smaller-scale projects rather than large, sweeping initiatives. The funding supports technology services that could significantly impact key industries, such as…
Cloud Service
Top tech news stories today: August 12, 2024
UK govt unveils £32m funding for AI projects; Apple’s last-gen iPad has dropped to $224 for a limited time.
Cloud Service
Turkey bans Roblox over child abuse concerns
Turkey has blocked the popular gaming platform Roblox over concerns about content that could trigger child abuse, Justice Minister said. Roblox reported more than 13,000 incidents of child exploitation in 2023, according to a Bloomberg report released last month.
Regional ISP
GlobalNet’s DATAIX confirms its expasion with PoP in France
GlobalNet’s DATAIX, a Dutch internet exchange backbone provider, has established a new Point of Presence (PoP) in Marseille, France. The new PoP is set to play a vital role in improving both regional and international connectivity for DATAIX’s customers.
Cloud Service
INTIC participates in workshop on combatting the threat of ransomware
The Instituto Nacional de Tecnologias de Informação e Comunicação (INTIC) took part in the Workshop on Combatting the Threat of Ransomware, held from July 22 to 26 at the George C. Marshall European Center for Security Studies in Garmisch, Germany. Representing INTIC were…
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Worldline revises 2024 outlook amid consumption doldrums
OUR TAKEWorldline’s redrawn outlook underscores the significant impact of reduced consumer spending and a challenging economic environment across Europe. Despite implementing measures to protect cash flow and improve volumes, the company’s shares have sharply declined, which shed…
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IBM report reveals surging data breach costs in the UK
OUR TAKE The escalating costs of data breaches in the UK underscore the critical need for robust cybersecurity measures. As companies face increasing financial burdens, the importance of proactive security strategies and investments in AI-driven solutions cannot be overstated.…
Institutional
Turkey blocks Instagram but gives no reason
Turkey on Friday blocked access to the social media platform Instagram, according to the national communications authority, without providing any explanation.
Cloud Service
France confronts 68 cyberattacks targeting Olympics
France reported 68 cyberattacks linked to the Olympics. Security forces are on high alert to protect the Games from digital threats.
Cloud Service
ThetaRay acquires Screena to boost $57M financial crime platform
OUR TAKEThetaRay, the Israeli giant in AI-driven transaction monitoring, just made their first big move by acquiring Belgium’s up-and-coming fintech company, Screena. Screena’s got some serious anti-money laundering screening tech, it’s like having X-ray vision for the financial…
Regional ISP
Vodafone and Telefonica launch joint fibre venture in Spain
Vodafone Spain and Telefonica have entered into a non-binding term sheet to establish a joint fibre network company known as FibreCo. The FibreCo deal is poised to set a precedent for sustainable development within the telecommunications sector, encouraging energy conservation…
Institutional
Court rules in favor of Google in RNC email spam filter lawsuit
OUR TAKERNC’s lawsuit against Google, claiming email spam folder sabotage, got the boot from a judge. It’s like trying to blame the weatherman for your umbrella getting lost in a gusty day. Google’s denial, backed by the FEC’s non-bias ruling, feels like a “we told you so”…
Cloud Service
Amazon faces second tax evasion investigation in Milan
The inquiry, initiated in 2021, focuses on value-added taxes and customs duties related to the trading of goods within Italy and internationally.
Cloud Service
Oracle enters agreement to use Rai Way data centres in Italy
Oracle and Rai Way have entered a strategic partnership to integrate Oracle’s AI systems into Rai Way’s data centres across Italy, enabling access to Oracle’s database, cloud, and disaster recovery technologies.
Institutional
UK school is warned for illegally using facial-recognition technology
OUR TAKEChelmer Valley High School has been given a formal warning by the data protection regulator for using facial-recognition technology without a data protection impact assessment (DPIA) and without students’ clear agreement. This incident highlights the importance of strict…
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AI for breast cancer diagnosis: A new era of precision and efficiency
OUR TAKEThis AI tool aims to improve patient experience and quality of care by analysing breast biopsy samples to increase the accuracy and efficiency of pathologists in diagnosing breast cancer.-Rae Li, BTW reporter What happened Doctors at Peterborough City Hospital in the UK…
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SAP cloud revenue rises 25% as AI demand boosts growth
OUR TAKESAP SE, a leading software company based in Germany, reported a significant 25% increase in cloud revenue for the second quarter, reaching $4.52 billion. This growth is in line with the booming demand for artificial intelligence(AI) applications and shows SAP’s successful…
Cloud Service
TikTok targets Spain, Ireland to revive European e-commerce push
OUR TAKETikTok is set to restart its e-commerce strategy in Europe with the launch of its in-app shopping feature TikTok Shop, in Spain and Ireland in October. The decision reflects a scaled-down approach, but preparations are underway to expand the platform to other European…
Cloud Service
Renault CEO calls for flexible EV adoption timeline
Renault’s CEO Luca De Meo expressed concerns about Europe’s timeline for transitioning to electric vehicles, calling for more flexibility.
Institutional
Portugal’s ambitious renewable energy targets: A vision for 2030
OUR TAKEPortugal’s renewable energy ambitions are sky-high, aiming for a 93% share by 2030. That’s a major leap from the 85% target set by the previous government. It’s like Portugal’s saying, “We’re all in on renewables, and we’re going big!” But there’s a catch – the…