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Top tech news today: 5 June, 2025
Top tech news today: 5 June, 2025 intelligence summary explains the development, the public evidence available to readers, the organisations involved, the regional context, market exposure, and the infrastructure consequences that may follow. The Global Institutional Trends…
Global National Telecom Trends
BT launches international unit amid sale speculation
What happened: BT drives strategic shift with platforms & divestments Firstly, BT announced BT international as a standalone business. Burger stated the unit helps customers tackle market challenges head-on. He specifically mentioned geopolitics, regulation, and AI-driven change.…
Global Regional ISP Trends
Pacific nations boost digital sovereignty at key telecom summit
What happened: APNIC drives technical capacity building Firstly, APNIC participated actively throughout the summit. Jia Rong Low presented on regional development strategies. Specifically, she addressed fostering an open, stable, and secure internet. Furthermore, Terry Sweetser…
Global Institutional Trends
Satellite-connected cars hit Paris roads in 5GAA demonstration
What happened: Live trials show satellite-5G integration for cars The 5G Automotive Association (5GAA) hosted a series of live vehicle demonstrations this week in Paris, showcasing how non-terrestrial networks (NTNs)—including satellites—can support connected cars. These trials…
Global Cloud Services Trends
Interview with Samson Tan, co-founder of Syncarta Private Limited
Samson Tan discusses AI’s impact on digital transformation and introduces Syncarta’s eco-friendly NFC Business Card.
Global Cloud Services Trends
BTW Media launches Leadership Alliance marketing program for internet businesses
BTW Media has officially announced the launch of a new program as part of the Leadership Alliance, an initiative designed to bring together changemakers from across the internet and technology sectors. The Leadership Alliance is now open to both RIR members and non-members, with…
Global Cloud Services Trends
CCT 2025 Dublin to explore the future of global connectivity
Industry leaders from across the global cloud, content, and telecoms ecosystem will gather in Dublin from 17 to 19 June 2025 for the CCT Global 2025, one of the most anticipated executive-level events on the digital infrastructure calendar. Officially known as the Global Cloud…
Global Cloud Services Trends
IDC cuts 2025 smartphone forecast on global uncertainty
What happened: IDC lowers 2025 smartphone forecast amid economic strain IDC has lowered its global smartphone shipment forecast for 2025, cutting growth estimates from 2.3% to just 0.6%. The revision, released in IDC’s Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker, reflects ongoing…
Global Cloud Services Trends
Top tech news today: June 2, 2025
ARIN updates fee schedule for 2025 ARIN has announced a new fee schedule effective 1 July 2025, impacting resource holders and service providers across the region. Stakeholders are advised to review the changes. (ARIN) Regulatory sandboxes boost IPv6 innovation LACNIC highlights…
Global Cloud Services Trends
BASF starts SAP S/4HANA cloud move to modernise systems
What happened: BASF begins SAP S/4HANA cloud migration to modernise operations At SAP Sapphire 2025 in Madrid, German chemical giant BASF announced the initiation of its transition to SAP S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition, marking a significant step in its digital transformation…
Global Cloud Services Trends
Nokia tests 5G technology during Joint Viking military exercise
What happened: Nokia trials 5G technology during Joint Viking military exercise in Norway Nokia, in collaboration with industry partners, deployed its 5G AirScale radio products and 5G Standalone Core technology during the Joint Viking 2025 military exercise held in Bardufoss…
Global Institutional Trends
ProtectEU strategy faces criticism
Joint letter against weakening encryption in ProtectEU strategy On 26 May 2025, a coalition of 89 civil society organisations, technology companies, and cybersecurity experts—including members of the Global Encryption Coalition—issued a joint letter to the European Commission.…
Global Cloud Services Trends
HPE expands networking gear to address AI and HPC traffic demands
HPE launches new switches and wireless gear to manage AI and HPC network traffic across edge, campus, and data centres.
Global Cloud Services Trends
Global Payments sells payroll business to Acrisure for $1.1B
What happened: Global Payments sells payroll business to Acrisure Global Payments has agreed to sell its payroll business to Acrisure for $1.1 billion. This strategic move allows Global Payments to focus more on its core payment processing services. The deal reflects a growing…
Global Cloud Services Trends
Top tech news today: May 30, 2025
Tech News Roundup 1. Global Payments sells payroll business for $1.1B Global Payments has agreed to sell its payroll business to Acrisure for $1.1 billion, focusing on its core payment services. Source 2. JD Vance discusses stablecoins at Bitcoin conference Vice President JD…
Global Regional ISP Trends
Citi CableWorld: Affordable fibre internet and digital cable
Citi CableWorld: Localised fibre connectivity Citi CableWorld delivers fibre internet to homes across Talavera, Nueva Ecija, and Santiago, Isabela. With a focus on affordability and reliability, the company offers prepaid plans with no data caps, catering to various online…
Global Cloud Services Trends
Jersey Telecom launches 5G standalone network
What happened: Jersey Telecom activates Channel Islands’ first standalone 5G network Jersey Telecom (JT) has activated the first sites of its 5G standalone (SA) network, developed in collaboration with Ericsson. This rollout marks a significant technological milestone, making it…
Global Cloud Services Trends
Airtel launches OTT prepaid plans
Bharti Airtel launches prepaid plans starting at ₹279, offering access to over 25 OTT platforms including Netflix and Zee5.
Global Cloud Services Trends
Intelsat links Solomon Islands to LEO satellite broadband
Intelsat partners with the Solomon Islands to deliver LEO satellite broadband to 55 remote sites, boosting essential services access.
Global Cloud Services Trends
Salesforce to buy Informatica for $8B to boost AI platform
What happened: Salesforce to acquire Informatica for $8bn to strengthen AI capabilities Salesforce has announced a definitive agreement to acquire cloud data management company Informatica for approximately $8 billion. The deal involves paying $25 per share in cash, representing…