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Global Cloud Services Trends
Bitcoin slides further from $100K as whale activity declines
What happened: Whale sell-offs hinder Bitcoin’s $100K goal Bitcoin’s much-anticipated rise to $100,000 has hit another roadblock, as the leading cryptocurrency struggles to maintain momentum. A key driver of this decline is reduced exposure by whale investors, who play a critical…
Global Datacenter Trends
What is colocation?
Businesses need robust and scalable IT infrastructure to support their operations. Colocation, also known as “colo,” provides a solution by allowing companies to rent space, power, cooling, and network connectivity in third-party data centers for their servers and hardware. By…
Global Cloud Services Trends
Top tech news today: December 24, 2024
Latest Tech News Summaries 1. Palantir raises 2024 revenue forecast again on robust AI adoption; shares surge Palantir’s forecast for 2024 revenue has been increased once more, driven by strong demand for AI solutions, leading to a surge in stock prices. FinTech Global 2. Robot…
Global Regional ISP Trends
Virgin Media connects 13,000 homes to fibre in Stoke
What happened: Virgin Media launches fibre in Stoke Virgin Media has successfully connected 13,000 homes in Stoke to its gigabit broadband network, introducing full-fibre broadband with speeds of up to 2Gbps. This upgrade promises to transform internet access in the area…
Global Cloud Services Trends
Bitcoin prices hit new highs this week as various factors drive gains
What happened: Bitcoin surges and pulls back Bitcoin prices surged to a new all-time high during the week ending December 20, reaching over $108,000 on December 17, according to Coinbase data. This rally was driven by several factors, including expectations of Federal Reserve…
Global Cloud Services Trends
Quantum computing to fortify Bitcoin signatures: Adam Back
What happened: Bitcoin and quantum computing security Adam Back, co-founder of Blockstream and a leading cryptographer, believes quantum computing could strengthen Bitcoin’s security in the future. In a Dec. 21 post on X, Back stated that advancements in post-quantum (PQ)…
Global Cloud Services Trends
Spacecoin launches satellite for blockchain in space
Spacecoin XYZ launches its first satellite, advancing an ultra-secure blockchain network in space for decentralised innovation
Global Cloud Services Trends
Brevan Howard and Galaxy Digital reap gains from crypto surge
Brevan Howard and Galaxy Digital thrive as Bitcoin hits $100k
Global Regional ISP Trends
ACM CoNEXT-2024 workshop tackles Internet Decentralization
What happened: Experts discuss challenges for decentralizing the web The Decentralization of the Internet (DIN) workshop at ACM CoNEXT-2024 gathered network researchers, digital rights activists, and policy experts to explore the growing centralization of Internet services…
Global Cloud Services Trends
Best practices task force shapes networking standards
What happened: BCOP TF tackles IPv6, IoT security, and operational challenges The Best Current Operational Practices Task Force (BCOP TF) was established in 2013 at RIPE 67 to address operational challenges in networking and create standardised guidelines for technology…
Global Cloud Services Trends
Craig Wright gets suspended sentence for court contempt
What happened: Craig Wright sentenced for court contempt Craig Wright, who claims to be the creator of Bitcoin, has been sentenced to one year in prison, suspended for two years, for contempt of court. This ruling follows his blatant violation of a March 2024 court injunction…
Global Institutional Trends
IANA to host webinar on PTI 2025–2030 Draft Strategic Plan
What happened: Discuss PTI 2025–2030 draft strategic plan The Internet Assigned Numbers Authority (IANA) is hosting a public webinar on January 14, 2025, at 16:00 UTC to discuss its strategic plan for 2025–2030. This session will focus on IANA’s proposed strategic objectives for…
Global Cloud Services Trends
What is Augmented Reality?
Augmented reality (AR) has rapidly transformed from a niche technology to a mainstream innovation, reshaping industries and enhancing user experiences across various sectors. But what exactly is augmented reality, and how does it work? This article delves into the basics of AR…
Global Cloud Services Trends
Tech leaders gather at Digital Infrastructure International Cooperation Conference in Beijing
What happened: Tech execs discuss IT future at GIDCC in Beijing The Digital Infrastructure International Cooperation Conference, hosted by IDCNova, recently concluded in Beijing, drawing an impressive roster of global leaders from the data centre, cloud computing, and…
Global National Telecom Trends
Vodafone and Google boost upload speeds on Pixel devices with advanced 5G tech
Vodafone and Google boost upload speeds on Pixel phones with 5G MIMO and Uplink Carrier Aggregation
Global Cloud Services Trends
Crypto crash: Bitcoin, XRP, and Dogecoin lose $1.17B
Bitcoin and other major cryptocurrencies face a severe correction with losses up to 20%, leading to $1.17 billion in liquidations
Global Cloud Services Trends
KT boosts network speeds with Ciena’s WaveLogic 6 tech
What happened: KT enhances network with Ciena’s WL6e KT Corporation has officially adopted Ciena’s WL6e solution following successful trials that demonstrated impressive data transmission speeds. During these tests, KT achieved speeds of 1.2 Terabytes per second (Tb/s) on a…
Global Cloud Services Trends
Binance Alpha launches to spotlight early crypto projects
What happened: Binance Alpha debuts in Binance Wallet Binance, the leading cryptocurrency exchange ecosystem, has launched Binance Alpha, a new feature within Binance Wallet (formerly Binance Web3 Wallet). Binance Alpha is designed to spotlight early-stage cryptocurrency projects…
Global Cloud Services Trends
What is an AI tool?
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has rapidly become one of the most transformative technologies in modern society. From self-driving cars to predictive analytics and personalized recommendations, AI is revolutionizing a variety of industries. One of the key enablers of this…
Global Cloud Services Trends
Eutelsat expands OneWeb constellation with new 5G satellites
What happened: New satellites to boost OneWeb’s 5G and IRIS2 integration Eutelsat has announced plans to expand its OneWeb low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite constellation with new satellites, set for delivery by the end of 2026. The upgraded constellation, built in collaboration…