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SAP cloud revenue rises 25% as AI demand boosts growth

Europe and Middle East Cloud Services Trends

SAP cloud revenue rises 25% as AI demand boosts growth

OUR TAKESAP SE, a leading software company based in Germany, reported a significant 25% increase in cloud revenue for the second quarter, reaching $4.52 billion. This growth is in line with the booming demand for artificial intelligence(AI) applications and shows SAP’s successful…

Jul 23, 2024
TikTok targets Spain, Ireland to revive European e-commerce push

Europe and Middle East Cloud Services Trends

TikTok targets Spain, Ireland to revive European e-commerce push

OUR TAKETikTok is set to restart its e-commerce strategy in Europe with the launch of its in-app shopping feature TikTok Shop, in Spain and Ireland in October. The decision reflects a scaled-down approach, but preparations are underway to expand the platform to other European…

Jul 23, 2024
Hedge funds cut equity risk amid big tech rout

Global Cloud Services Trends

Hedge funds cut equity risk amid big tech rout

OUR TAKEHedge funds have sold off their equity holdings at a rapid pace, the fastest since the meme stock phenomenon in January 2021. This sharp reduction in hedge fund equity positions, as reported by Goldman Sachs, is largely in response to significant losses in major…

Jul 23, 2024
Logitech co-founder gets court win to name his nominee for chair

Global Cloud Services Trends

Logitech co-founder gets court win to name his nominee for chair

OUR TAKELogitech co-founder Daniel Borel has won a court order to put his nominee, Guy Gecht, on the agenda for Logitech’s upcoming shareholder meeting. This court ruling is a major development for Logitech, as it highlights significant tensions within the board and raises…

Jul 23, 2024
Wiz rejects Alphabet’s $23B offer, seeks IPO instead

Global Cloud Services Trends

Wiz rejects Alphabet’s $23B offer, seeks IPO instead

OUR TAKECybersecurity firm Wiz recently made headlines when it rejected a hefty $23 billion takeover offer from tech giant Alphabet and instead chose to pursue an initial public offering (IPO). Wiz CEO Assaf Rappaport announced the decision in a memo to employees. The move not…

Jul 23, 2024
China drops sanctions on US communications firm in rare reversal

Asia-Pacific Cloud Services Trends

China drops sanctions on US communications firm in rare reversal

OUR TAKEChina has announced the lifting of sanctions on Viasat Corporation, a US communications company. China’s decision marks a clear shift in its approach to international diplomacy and economic strategy, particularly in the high-stakes area of global telecommunications. By…

Jul 23, 2024
Byju’s founder confronts insolvency amidst plummeting valuation

Global Institutional Trends

Byju’s founder confronts insolvency amidst plummeting valuation

Byju Raveendran, the founder of the Indian education technology firm Byju’s, faces a court-ordered insolvency process for his ed-tech giant. Byju’s has experienced a dramatic drop in valuation from $22 billion to under $2 billion, leading to insolvency proceedings that risk…

Jul 23, 2024
Meta faces EU scrutiny over ‘pay or consent’ model

Global Cloud Services Trends

Meta faces EU scrutiny over ‘pay or consent’ model

The EU has warned Meta that its “pay or consent” model could be in violation of consumer protection laws, demanding changes by September 1. The EU’s Consumer Protection Cooperation has highlighted concerns over Meta’s “free” service description for its platforms, which lacks…

Jul 23, 2024
Toyota plans $5.2B share buyback from banks, insurers

Global Cloud Services Trends

Toyota plans $5.2B share buyback from banks, insurers

Toyota is buying back $5.2 billion of its shares from banks and insurers, to enhance shareholder returns and corporate governance.

Jul 23, 2024
G20 talks on global tax deal continue amid US tariff threat

North America Cloud Services Trends

G20 talks on global tax deal continue amid US tariff threat

Negotiations on a global tax agreement have extended beyond June 30, with governments eyeing progress at the upcoming G20 meeting. The high stakes of these negotiations could lead to the reinstatement of taxes on US tech giants by several countries if a final agreement is not…

Jul 23, 2024
Grab expands dinner reservation services with Chope acquisition

Asia-Pacific Cloud Services Trends

Grab expands dinner reservation services with Chope acquisition

Grab acquires Singapore’s Chope to expand its services, including dinner reservations, to outcompete rivals in the Southeast Asian market. The acquisition sees Chope’s team joining Grab, with no job losses, and strengthens Grab’s ecosystem and advertising capabilities.

Jul 23, 2024
Impact of blocking third-party cookies on your browsing experience

Global Cloud Services Trends

Impact of blocking third-party cookies on your browsing experience

Blocking third-party cookies offers significant privacy benefits, however, it comes with trade-offs as well.

Jul 23, 2024
Find out where third-party cookies are stored

Global Cloud Services Trends

Find out where third-party cookies are stored

Third-party cookies are stored in the same way as first-party cookies while the key difference is who places them and what they are used for.

Jul 23, 2024
Renault CEO calls for flexible EV adoption timeline

Europe and Middle East Cloud Services Trends

Renault CEO calls for flexible EV adoption timeline

Renault’s CEO Luca De Meo expressed concerns about Europe’s timeline for transitioning to electric vehicles, calling for more flexibility.

Jul 23, 2024
Global markets steady as Biden withdraws; MSCI index up 0.75%

Global Cloud Services Trends

Global markets steady as Biden withdraws; MSCI index up 0.75%

OUR TAKEBiden’s announcement that he’s stepping down barely moved the markets—they’re as steady as ever. The MSCI index even rose, bouncing back from last week’s sharp drop. On Wall Street, tech and communication stocks led the charge, with Nvidia’s new AI chip sending its stock…

Jul 23, 2024
Tesla’s Q2 margins hit five-year low as focus shift to robotaxi and AI

Global Cloud Services Trends

Tesla’s Q2 margins hit five-year low as focus shift to robotaxi and AI

OUR TAKETesla’s sharp drop in profits for the second quarte is quite like a rollercoaster. Remember when Apple faced a sales slump due to aging product lines but quickly rebounded through innovation? Tesla’s decision to cut 10% of its workforce may seem drastic, but it’s a…

Jul 23, 2024
Portugal’s ambitious renewable energy targets: A vision for 2030

Europe and Middle East Institutional Trends

Portugal’s ambitious renewable energy targets: A vision for 2030

OUR TAKEPortugal’s renewable energy ambitions are sky-high, aiming for a 93% share by 2030. That’s a major leap from the 85% target set by the previous government. It’s like Portugal’s saying, “We’re all in on renewables, and we’re going big!” But there’s a catch – the…

Jul 23, 2024
Monarch Tractor secures $133M funding to tackle challenges

Global Cloud Services Trends

Monarch Tractor secures $133M funding to tackle challenges

OUR TAKEMonarch Tractor’s autonomous electric tractors are charging ahead with $133 million in Series C funding. It’s crazy to think they’re now worth over half a billion. But with 400 customers already on board, they’re clearly doing something right. But let’s not ignore the…

Jul 23, 2024
Startup Kandji’s valuation hits $850M after $100M funding round

Global Cloud Services Trends

Startup Kandji’s valuation hits $850M after $100M funding round

OUR TAKEKandji, the Apple device management platform founded in 2019, is truly a dark horse in the funding world. In an environment where startups are generally struggling for funding, they effortlessly secured an additional $100 million, with the funds split evenly between…

Jul 23, 2024
Linx raises $33M to disrupt identity management with AI

Europe and Middle East Cloud Services Trends

Linx raises $33M to disrupt identity management with AI

OUR TAKELinx, the Tel Aviv stealthy startup, just pulled off a $33M funding feat. It’s like the cyber world’s new superhero, swooping in to tackle identity management chaos. With founders from Israel’s elite cyber unit and stints at giants like Checkpoint and Microsoft, they’re…

Jul 23, 2024

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