Global Trends
Global Trends
Global market trend intelligence tracks cloud service, regional ISP, national telecom, data centre, and institutional infrastructure signals across global internet infrastructure markets. BTW.

Latest Coverage
Latest from Global Trends
7,525 articles

Global Cloud Services Trends
Meta suspends AI training in Brazil
OUR TAKEMeta’s decision reflects the growing importance of global data privacy and protection regulations on the operations of technology companies. Not only does this incident impact Meta’s AI product development and market expansion plans in Brazil, but it also highlights the…

Global Cloud Services Trends
Cryptography in cyber security and its application
Cryptography application helps to ensure the security of network communication, data transmission and storage, and is an indispensable part of network security system. As technology evolves and security needs change, cryptography techniques continue to evolve and improve to…

Global Cloud Services Trends
What is fingerprinting in cyber security?
In network security, fingerprint recognition is both a defense tool and an attack tool, used by security professionals, administrators, and attackers. It provides valuable insights into the network environment, helps identify vulnerabilities, and enhances the overall security…

Global Institutional Trends
Zuckerberg cuts Meta’s metaverse investment
OUR TAKEMeta’s shift towards reducing spending and focusing on profitability signals a strategic realignment, even as it continues to invest heavily in AI and the metaverse.— Yasmine Luo, BTW reporter What happened? Mark Zuckerberg is cutting Meta’s spending on the metaverse. The…

Global Cloud Services Trends
Google reduces AI Overview responses to search queries
OUR TAKEGoogle’s AI Overviews integrate customised language models with core web ranking systems to deliver accurate, high-quality search results and relevant links. This could impact media traffic and prompt website editors to optimise content for better search visibility.…

Global Cloud Services Trends
Trump’s comments cause TSMC stock plunge while profit set to rise
OUR TAKETrump’s remarks as a presidential candidate have led investors to shift from TSMC to its competitors, impacting the stock market and reflecting heightened geopolitical risks, while boosting stocks like Intel and GlobalFoundries due to their alignment with Trump’s agenda…

Global Cloud Services Trends
Can we trust crypto wallets to be anonymous?
Cryptocurrency wallets are an essential tool for anyone involved in the digital currency world. They provide security, convenience, and control for cryptocurrency assets, enabling users to securely manage their funds and conduct transactions through a blockchain network. Crypto…

Global Cloud Services Trends
Common types and benefits of crypto wallet
Crypto wallets provide security, control, privacy, and accessibility, making them an indispensable tool for managing and leveraging cryptocurrencies in today’s digital economy. Each type of crypto wallet has its own uniqueness, and users should weigh in on their security needs…

Global Cloud Services Trends
IoT solutions: Transforming industries and enhancing lives
An IoT solution integrates connected devices, streamlining processes and offering insights through data analysis.

Global Cloud Services Trends
Crypto hot wallet vs. cold wallet: What are differences?
Hot wallet and cold wallet each have their unique advantages and disadvantages and application scenarios. Choosing the right wallet type depends on individual’s asset management needs. For most users, keeping a small portion of assets in a hot wallet for daily use, while keeping…

Global Cloud Services Trends
Intel data-center executive to take CEO Job at spinoff Cornelis
OUR TAKELisa Spelman, a seasoned veteran of Intel Corporation, is set to lead Cornelis Networks as CEO, a startup specialising in AI-focused networking technology spun off from Intel in 2020. The strategic move aims to capitalise on the growing demand for AI capabilities in data…

Global Cloud Services Trends
Tesla halts production amid IT outage caused by CrowdStrike
OUR TAKEThat Tesla halted several production lines due to a massive IT outage, which is more exciting than a sci-fi movie. Remember that time when Microsoft’s update went wrong, causing havoc for companies worldwide? Elon Musk took immediate action and kicked CrowdStrike out of…

Global Cloud Services Trends
Teradata and DataRobot integrate AI for enhanced flexibility
OUR TAKETeradata’s latest move to integrate DataRobot’s AI with its VantageCloud and ClearScape platforms is like a tech dream team, promising businesses enhanced AI flexibility and scalability. While tech integrations often come with hype, this one appears solid. Data scientists…

Global Cloud Services Trends
CrowdStrike’s $83B value drops: Stocks fall 11% after IT outage
OUR TAKEEven CrowdStrike, the cybersecurity giant, stumbled. With a market cap of around $83 billion, one botched software update caused widespread disruptions across industries, and their stock plummeted by over 11% in a single day. They were once the darling of investors, with…

Global Cloud Services Trends
Weaving a Seamless Web: A secure end-to-end IoT solution
An end-to-end IoT solution integrates device hardening, secure connectivity, data encryption, and centralised management platforms.

Global Cloud Services Trends
What is crypto ledger and crypto wallet?
Crypto Ledger and Crypto Wallet, despite their similar names, are actually two different things, both tools for managing private keys to cryptocurrencies, but with significant differences in functionality and usage. What is crypto Ledger Crypto ledger usually refers to a hardware…

Global Cloud Services Trends
Microsoft launches fix for CrowdStrike-affected Windows PCs
Microsoft has released a recovery tool to address the aftermath of a faulty CrowdStrike update, which caused BSoD errors on 8.5 million Windows devices.

Global Cloud Services Trends
What is WIMI Hologram Cloud? VR frontier, providing immersive holographic experiences
In the realm of advanced technology, WIMI Hologram Cloud has emerged as a pivotal player, reshaping the landscape of virtual reality and holographic imaging. This innovative platform harnesses the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to deliver stunningly realistic holographic…

Global Cloud Services Trends
Elon Musk’s political shift: supporting Trump
OUR TAKEElon Musk, after publicly pledging to remain politically neutral, has chosen to support Donald Trump’s actions and their possible impact on Tesla Inc. While Musk has worked to drive a global transition to sustainable energy, his political shift can have negative…

Global Cloud Services Trends
Stop using ChatGPT to generate resume: It may backfire
Bullet Points: OUR TAKEAI development is a double-edged sword: it boosts productivity and quality but may erode human rationality. The AI Index Report 2024 highlights AI’s ability to speed up tasks and improve output, yet also points out growing reliance on AI, which bypasses…
