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Top tech news today: March 21, 2025

Discover key tech updates: ARIN fellows selected, APNIC certifications, SoftBank’s acquisition, Oracle’s AI launch, and more.

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Discover key tech updates: ARIN fellows selected, APNIC certifications, SoftBank’s acquisition, Oracle’s AI launch, and more.

Context

The ARIN Fellowship Program has selected 16 individuals to participate in ARIN 55, providing them with opportunities to engage in Internet governance and policy. Source APNIC Academy is launching an IPv6 certification program in 2025 to enhance knowledge and skills related to the IPv6 protocol among participants. Source

Evidence

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Analysis

APNIC supported APAN 59 in Yokohama, Japan, featuring sessions on IPv6, AI, and security, along with various tutorials and presentations from industry experts. Source Ofcom has proposed new regulations to accelerate investment in fibre broadband across the UK, aiming to improve competition and infrastructure. Source SoftBank has announced the acquisition of Ampere Computing for $6.5 billion, enhancing its focus on AI infrastructure and high-performance computing technologies. Source Oracle introduced the AI Agent Studio, a platform enabling users to create and manage AI agents within its Fusion Cloud Applications, enhancing automation and productivity. Source

Key Points

  • 1. ARIN announces 55 selected fellows for 2025
  • 2. APNIC Academy offers IPv6 certification in 2025
  • 3. APAN 59 wraps up with key discussions
  • 4. Ofcom plans to boost UK fibre broadband
  • 5. SoftBank acquires Ampere Computing for $6.5 billion

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Author

Grace Ge