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Global Cloud Services Trends
PNC snaps up broker-dealer Aqueduct to Strength wealth management offerings
What happened: PNC acquires Aqueduct to boost wealth management. PNC Financial Services has announced its acquisition of Aqueduct, a broker-dealer firm that specialises in investment management. The acquisition is part of PNC’s strategy to expand its wealth management business…

Global Cloud Services Trends
Intel unveils Xeon 6 CPUs for enhanced AI performance
Intel’s new Xeon 6 CPUs improve AI performance with faster memory, more PCIe lanes, and smart core tuning.

Global Cloud Services Trends
Top tech news today: May 23, 2025
Tech News Roundup 1. Bank of Sydney upgrades digital banking The Bank of Sydney partners with Infosys Finacle to enhance its digital banking platform, aiming for improved customer experience and operational efficiency. Source 2. Airwallex valuation reaches $6.2B Airwallex secures…

Global Cloud Services Trends
What is telecom services?
Telecommunications, also known as telecom, is the exchange of information over significant distances by electronic means and refers to all types of voice, data and video transmission. This is a broad term that includes a wide range of information-transmitting technologies and…

Global Cloud Services Trends
Windstream Wholesale reveals big plans for AI, faster networks, and a game-changing merge
What happened: Windstream Wholesale boost network capacity Windstream Wholesale is actively involved in reshaping its network offerings with a strong focus on artificial intelligence (AI), next-gen connectivity, and the 800G breakthrough. During recent talks, the company outlined…

Global Cloud Services Trends
Intel explores sale of edge networking business amid strategic shift
Intel considers selling its edge networking unit to refocus on chipmaking and streamline its business strategy.

Global Cloud Services Trends
Wi-Fi groups urge EU to keep 6 GHz band free for public use
Wi-Fi advocates urge the EU to preserve upper 6 GHz band for unlicensed use amid pressure from mobile operators.

Global Datacenter Trends
Duos edge AI to launch new data centre in Victoria, TX
Duos Edge AI partners with Region 3 ESC to launch an Edge Data Centre in Victoria, Texas, enhancing rural digital access.

Global Cloud Services Trends
Microsoft unveils Agentic AI to accelerate scientific research
What happened: Microsoft introduces Agentic AI for scientific advancement Microsoft has announced the launch of Agentic AI, a new initiative designed to accelerate scientific research. This advanced AI tool aims to enhance data processing capabilities, allowing researchers to…

Global National Telecom Trends
SK Telecom breach exposes years-long malware infiltration
What happened: SK Telecom outlines breach response and security upgrades SK Telecom has revealed that a persistent and sophisticated malware strain infiltrated its internal systems in 2022—almost two years before its discovery in April 2025. The breach exposed sensitive personal…

Global Cloud Services Trends
Juniper and ServiceNow launch AI automation
What happened: Juniper and ServiceNow integrate platforms Juniper Networks and ServiceNow have expanded their partnership to deliver an integrated solution combining Juniper’s AI-native networking platform, Mist™, with ServiceNow’s Telecom Service Management, Inventory, and Sales…

Global Cloud Services Trends
OpenAI appoints ex-Facebook VP as new applications CEO
What happened: OpenAI appoints Fidji Simo as new CEO of Applications OpenAI has appointed Fidji Simo, the former VP of Facebook, as the new CEO of Applications. Simo, who has been on OpenAI’s board for the past year, will focus on scaling the company’s traditional functions as it…

Global Institutional Trends
Satellite-5G vehicle tech showcased in Paris trials
What happened: Live trials demonstrate connected car breakthroughs BMW and Viasat joined forces this week in Paris to showcase connected vehicle technology using satellite and terrestrial networks. Organised by the 5G Automotive Association (5GAA), the trial marked the first time…

Global Cloud Services Trends
RIPE 90 closes with calls for ICP-2 update improvements and number portability
RIPE 90 ends in Lisbon with urgent calls for IPv6 rollout acceleration and major reforms in internet abuse handling systems.

Global National Telecom Trends
Vi launches 5G in Delhi NCR with Ericsson Massive MIMO radios
What happened: Vi launches 5G in Delhi NCR with Ericsson radios Vodafone Idea (Vi) has officially launched its 5G services in the Delhi National Capital Region (NCR), marking a significant milestone in its network expansion. The rollout is part of Vi’s broader strategy to deploy…

Global Institutional Trends
Salesforce to acquire Convergence.ai
What happened: Salesforce signs agreement to acquire Convergence.ai On May 15, 2025, Salesforce announced a definitive agreement to acquire Convergence.ai, a London-based AI agent technology company. Convergence.ai specialises in developing advanced AI systems capable of…

Global Cloud Services Trends
Qualcomm and e& collaborate on AI solutions
What happened: Qualcomm and e& join forces to enhance AI capabilities Qualcomm has announced a collaboration with e& to enhance artificial intelligence capabilities at the edge. This partnership aims to leverage both companies’ strengths in AI technology and edge computing. By…

Global Cloud Services Trends
Top tech news today: May 19, 2025
Tech News Roundup 1. MuchBetter launches B2B corporate card MuchBetter introduces a corporate card tailored for businesses excluded from traditional banking services, aiming to reduce fees and improve access. Source 2. Tornado Cash developer’s attorney claims evidence hidden The…

Global Regional ISP Trends
BT to expand fibre in Swansea Bay
BT secures £10m contract to deliver full-fibre broadband in Swansea Bay City Region, enhancing digital connectivity in rural areas.

Global Cloud Services Trends
Gemini expands as Google refreshes Android and Wear OS
Google announces major updates to Android, Wear OS and Gemini, focusing on AI integration, personalised design and security.
