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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.
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Cashflows partners with Raimac to offer programmable payments
What happened Cashflows, a leading payment platform in the UK, has announced its partnership with Raimac Financial Technology to bring programmable payments to businesses. This collaboration positions Cashflows as one of the first in the region to adopt Raimac’s advanced payment…
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Cardstream appoints Gurinder Sumra as new CFO to drive growth
What happened Cardstream, a leading UK-based payment technology provider, has appointed Gurinder Sumra as its Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Sumra brings over two decades of fintech and payments industry experience, having held leadership roles at major organizations such as…
Europe and Middle East Cloud Services Trends
Top tech news today: November 21, 2024
1. UK paytech Cardstream names Gurinder Sumra as new CFO Cardstream, a UK-based paytech company, has appointed Gurinder Sumra as its new CFO to lead its financial strategies and growth initiatives. Fintech Futures Trump the Crypto Advocate: Analysing Trump’s Cryptocurrency…
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Revolut reaches 50M users, eyes expansion to 100M
Revolut has achieved a remarkable milestone: it now serves over 50 million customers globally, with a significant portion of them (10 million) based in the UK. This achievement sets the stage for the company’s ambitious growth plans, as it targets 100 million customers in the…
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Xapo Bank unveils Bitcoin inheritance to facilitate digital asset succession
What happened Xapo Bank has rolled out a Bitcoin inheritance solution in the UK, allowing its members to designate beneficiaries for their digital assets. With this new feature, Xapo Bank customers can set up a beneficiary who will inherit their Bitcoin holdings in the event of…
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19th Internet Governance Forum in Riyadh: A hybrid event for global dialogue
What happened The 19th Internet Governance Forum (IGF) will take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from 15 to 19 December 2024. This year’s event features a hybrid format, allowing in-person and online participation. This year’s hybrid format aims to enhance accessibility and…
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Top tech news today: November 19, 2024
1. Xapo Bank enables Bitcoin inheritance in UK Xapo Bank launches a Bitcoin beneficiary solution in the UK, allowing seamless inheritance management for crypto assets. The Fintech Times Trump, the crypto advocate: Analysing Trump cryptocurrency policies 2. NatWest upgrades…
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New API lab drives telecom collaboration in Spain
____________ What happened Telecom operators and i2CAT have launched a Spanish network API lab to speed up the adoption of open, interoperable APIs. The lab will focus on creating use cases, testing APIs, and deploying testbeds to ensure cross-network functionality. Researchers…
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Venture capital firm General Catalyst makes first investment in Saudi Arabia
What happened General Catalyst, a venture capital firm based in Silicon Valley, has made its first investment in Saudi Arabia through Lean Technologies, a fintech startup that recently closed a $67.5 million Series B round. With $30 billion in assets under management, General…
Europe and Middle East Institutional Trends
EU fines Meta $840M over Facebook Marketplace practices
What happened Meta Platforms has been hit with a significant fine of €798 million ($840 million) by the European Union, accused of engaging in anti-competitive practices to benefit its online classifieds service, Facebook Marketplace. The European Commission claims that Meta…
Europe and Middle East Institutional Trends
What is the role of AI in enhancing regulatory compliance?
Regulatory compliance is crucial for businesses across all industries, from finance to healthcare. Strict adherence to laws and regulations is essential. Non-compliance can lead to severe penalties, reputational harm, and loss of customer trust. As regulations grow more complex…
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Meta cuts EU subscription fees for Facebook and Instagram by 40%
What happened Meta cut the cost of its ad-free subscription editions of Facebook and Instagram by 40% for users in the European Union, said ‘to meet regional regulatory requirements’. Facebook and Instagram’s monthly membership service for desktop users in the EU will now cost…
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Guardian quits X: A stand against racism and hate
What happened The UK news publisher ‘The Guardian‘ announced on Wednesday (November 13) that it will no longer post on X, citing “disturbing content” on the social media platform, including racism and conspiracy theories. The Guardian has over 80 accounts on X, with approximately…
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Understanding regulatory compliance in cybersecurity: A beginner’s guide
Cybersecurity has become a critical concern for businesses of all sizes. With the increasing number of cyberattacks, data breaches, and privacy violations, organizations are under constant pressure to protect sensitive information. One essential aspect of this protection is…
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Guardian quits social media platform X over racism and conspiracy theories
What happened The Guardian announced on November 13 that it will stop posting on social media platform X, citing concerns over “disturbing content,” including racism and conspiracy theories. With 10.7 million followers, the UK news publisher becomes the first major British media…
Europe and Middle East Institutional Trends
EU asks Apple to stop geo-restricting services
What happened Apple has been ordered by the European Union to end its geo-blocking practices on services such as the App Store. The European Commission issued a formal directive, stating that Apple’s restrictions on content and services based on the user’s location violated EU…
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Meta introduces ‘less personalized ads’ in Europe
What happened Meta Platforms is rolling out a new feature for Instagram and Facebook users in Europe, allowing them to choose less personalized ads. This move marks a significant shift in Meta’s advertising approach, which has traditionally relied on highly targeted ads to…
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Alexander Timokhin: IPv4 market stability and future strategies
Check out BTW Media’s first interview with Alexander in Poland：Interview with Alexander Timokhin, InterLIR COO: IP market trends and blockchain IP management “With IPv4 prices stabilising and lease rates rising, there’s never been a better time to invest in IPv4 addresses,” said…
Europe and Middle East Institutional Trends
EU invests $142M in Dutch photonic chip factory
What happened The Dutch Ministry of Economic Affairs announced on Monday that the EU will invest €133 million (about $142 million) in a pilot photonic semiconductor production facility in the Netherlands. This investment forms part of a €380 million European semiconductor…
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Lisbon Web Summit 2024 debates Trump’s potential impact on tech
What happened This week, the Lisbon Web Summit 2024 opened its doors as Europe’s largest tech event, drawing industry leaders and policymakers to discuss critical global issues. With Donald Trump’s potential return to the White House as a major topic, executives from Apple, Meta…