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Global Regional ISP Trends
Simple Ip strategies that can multiply ISP revenue over time
An in-depth analysis of how internet service providers use intellectual property strategies to unlock long-term revenue growth.
Global Cloud Services Trends
Meta signs nuclear power deals for AI data centres
Meta secures up to 6.6 GW of nuclear power from Vistra, Oklo and TerraPower to fuel AI data centres, boosting energy security.
Global National Telecom Trends
Ofcom insists sharing is caring when it comes to upper 6 GHz
Ofcom reaffirms support for flexible upper 6 GHz spectrum access to spur innovation and safeguard existing services.
Global Cloud Services Trends
How better IP management can make ISPs significantly more profitable
Better IP management helps ISPs cut costs, optimise IPv4 use, and improve margins in an increasingly scarce address market.
Global Cloud Services Trends
Elon Musk to open source X algorithm amid global scrutiny
Elon Musk says X will open source its recommendation algorithm within seven days amid growing global regulatory scrutiny.
Global Cloud Services Trends
Israeli cyber startup Torq raises tech funding at $1.2B valuation
Israeli cyber security startup Torq secures $140 million at a $1.2 billion valuation to boost its AI-driven security platform and expand.
Global Cloud Services Trends
How ISPs can unlock hidden revenue streams through IP address monetization
IPv4 scarcity is creating new financial opportunities. Discover how ISPs can monetise unused IP addresses and unlock hidden revenue.
Global Cloud Services Trends
Why IP addresses are critical digital capital for modern businesses
IP addresses are essential digital capital that enable connectivity, drive economic value and shape modern business strategy.
Global Cloud Services Trends
EU Extends Retention Order on X’s Grok AI Records to 2026
EU orders X to keep Grok AI records until 2026 amid concerns over harmful and explicit content.
Global Cloud Services Trends
Elon Musk’s xAI raises $20bn amid mounting backlash over Grok AI deepfakes
xAI secures $20bn funding while its Grok AI chatbot faces global backlash over generated deepfake imagery and rising regulatory pressure.
Global Cloud Services Trends
The 2026 tech awakening physical AI sparks hype and anxiety
How “physical AI” dominated CES 2026, signalling a shift to real-world automation and renewed concerns over jobs.
Global Cloud Services Trends
SUBCO reports progress on SMAP hypercable construction as final splices near completion
SUBCO says SMAP hypercable construction is progressing with final splices planned and full service from May 2026.
Global National Telecom Trends
Telefónica global solutions unveils intelligent, programmable connectivity vision
Telefónica Global Solutions unveils a standards-based programmable NaaS platform to deliver intelligent, customisable connectivity worldwide.
Global National Telecom Trends
Optus CTO departs after critical 000 emergency call report
Leadership change at Optus follows findings that 000 emergency calls were not properly prioritised during service disruption.
Global Cloud Services Trends
AI startup in talks to raise $10bn as valuation doubles again
How Anthropic’s planned $10bn funding round and soaring valuation are reshaping investor expectations across the global AI market.
Global Cloud Services Trends
CrowdStrike’s $740M SGNL Buy Signals Shift in AI‑Era Cybersecurity
CrowdStrike acquires SGNL for $740 million to enhance its AI-driven cybersecurity platform and real-time access control.
Global Cloud Services Trends
O2 launches faster, more reliable 5G standalone service in Essex
O2 has switched on 5G Standalone in Essex, providing faster, more reliable mobile coverage as part of a £700m UK upgrade plan.
Global Cloud Services Trends
Anthropic’s valuation surges to $350B following planned $10B AI funding round
Anthropic is reportedly raising $10B at a $350B valuation, nearly doubling its value in months amid intense AI investor interest.
Global Cloud Services Trends
From brains to background: Why informational civilisation may eclipse humanity
Lu Heng argues civilisation’s future is shaped by energy efficiency, not ideology, as intelligence shifts beyond biology.
Global Cloud Services Trends
Lenovo and Motorola unveil Qira on-device AI assistant to run across devices
Lenovo and Motorola unveiled Qira, an on-device hybrid AI assistant at CES 2026 that works across devices with privacy in focus.