Global Cloud Services Trends
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Cloud Service trend intelligence tracks cloud computing market trends, AI infrastructure demand, hybrid cloud adoption, edge deployment, platform competition, and data centre capacity pressure worldwide, giving readers a fuller view of the demand shifts, capacity constraints, platform strategies, capital timing, regulatory pressure, and operating assumptions behind the market.

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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…

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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…

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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.

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First-party cookies vs third-party cookies: What’s the difference
Knowing the difference between first-party and third-party cookies helps make better decisions about online privacy.

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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.

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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.

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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A cyberattack knocked out the heating system in Lviv, Ukraine
OURTAKEIn the middle of a bitter winter in Lviv, residents spent two long, cold days without central heating. This was not just a simple technical glitch, but a direct consequence of a cyberattack that ruthlessly cut off people’s source of warmth and exposed them to biting winds.…

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Third-party cookies: Integral part of digital advertising ecosystem
Third-party cookies have become an integral part of the digital advertising ecosystem, but have also sparked debates about privacy, user consent and data security in the online world. As privacy awareness increases and regulations are introduced, the future is likely to see more…

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SAP cloud revenue soars 25% in Q2, beating market expectations
OUR TAKESAP’s recent financial report not only showcases its performance, but also strongly demonstrates its competitiveness and market prospects in the cloud computing space. Despite short-term challenges such as lower profits due to restructuring costs, the company’s strong…

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Nvidia develops new AI chip for China amid US export control
Nvidia is developing a version of its new AI chip tailored for the Chinese market, in response to tightened US export controls.

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Google reverses decision to phase out third-party cookies
Google reversed its pledge to phase out third-party cookies in Chrome, instead introducing a new experience.

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Tesla to launch humanoid robots for internal use in 2025
OUR TAKE Tesla unveiled the first generation of the Optimus Prime humanoid robot, known as Bumblebee, in September 2022. On January 17, Musk posted a video of the second-generation Optimus Prime humanoid robot folding a shirt by itself at the company’s factory. Humanoid robots…

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Wiz rejects $23B offer from Alphabet, stays independent
OUR TAKEWiz turning down $23 billion from Google’s momma? That’s like saying no to a golden ticket to the candy store. But hey, Assaf Rappaport and his crew are no strangers to success. Remember Adallom? They cashed out big with Microsoft. Now, with Wiz, they’re betting on…

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Mind-reading helmets are now a thing – should we be scared?
OUR TAKE In the X-Men series, Professor Charles’ ability to read minds is often the key to the main characters’ fight and survival. He reads other people’s minds to gain important intelligence on the battlefield, including enemy plans and intentions, which allows the X-Men to…

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Oracle settles $115M privacy lawsuit over data collection
Oracle has agreed to a $115 million settlement over allegations it illegally collected and sold personal data, creating unauthorized “digital dossiers” on millions of people.

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MUFG executives face pay cuts due to ‘firewall’ breaches
MUFG cuts CEO and executives’ pay after “firewall” breaches, with CEO’s salary reduced by 30% for several months.
