1. Cohesity and Veritas merge, hitting $7B valuation
Data protection leader Cohesity merges with Veritas, creating a powerhouse with a $7 billion valuation. FinTech Global
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2. Wald AI secures $4M to protect AI data
Wald AI lands $4 million seed funding to bolster security solutions for protecting AI-driven data processes. FinTech Global
3. Windows 11 limits updates for older PCs
Microsoft confirms no support or updates for Windows 11 devices that don’t meet hardware requirements. Computerworld
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4. Google powers data center with solar energy
Google’s Belgian data center will use solar energy, marking a major step towards sustainable operations. The Register
5. Microsoft introduces Copilot shortcut feature
Microsoft’s new keyboard shortcuts improve efficiency for its AI-powered Copilot tool. The Register
6. Verizon offers free network slicing to consumers
Verizon brings advanced network slicing to everyday users, highlighting 5G capabilities. Telecoms.com
7. UK fiber boom could lower household bills
The UK fiber market’s growth promises cost-saving benefits for broadband consumers. Telecoms.com
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8. Virgin Media O2 unveils flagship store
Virgin Media O2 launches a new experiential store in Westfield Stratford City, blending tech and retail. Virgin Media O2 News
9. Digi debuts basic services in Belgium
Digi launches its mobile network in Belgium, offering limited services during its initial rollout. Telecoms.com
10. Boost Mobile, Mavenir achieve Open RAN milestone
Boost Mobile and Mavenir pioneer Open RAN interoperability, an industry-first breakthrough. Capacity Media
11. ExxonMobil explores energy for data centers
Oil giant ExxonMobil targets the data center market as a potential energy provider. Capacity Media
12. Yondr Group expands to Canada
Yondr Group grows its data center footprint with a major expansion into Canada. Capacity Media
13. GoCardless and Endava partner for payments
GoCardless and Endava collaborate to revolutionize enterprise payment systems with cutting-edge technology. FinTech Global
14. Swedish fintech Mynt secures €22M Series B
Mynt raises €22 million to fuel European expansion and strengthen its financial services platform. FinTech Global
15. Finny raises $4.3M to disrupt financial advice
Finny secures $4.3 million to leverage generative AI for better financial advisory services. FinTech Global
16. ABN AMRO enhances B2B payments
ABN AMRO partners with Two to deliver seamless “pay-later” solutions for B2B customers. FinTech Global
17. App scams rise in major global markets
ACI Worldwide warns of a sharp increase in app-related scams targeting consumers globally. FinTech Global
18. Ripple gains approval for stablecoin launch
Ripple secures NYDFS approval for its highly anticipated stablecoin project. Finextra
19. Swish adds tap-to-pay for mobile users
Swish upgrades its app with tap-to-pay capabilities for its 8.6 million users. Finextra
20. Ethena stablecoin overtakes Dai in market
Ethena’s USDE stablecoin becomes the third largest, surpassing Dai in market share. Cointelegraph
21. Ukraine plans crypto legalization by 2025
Ukraine’s new law will regulate crypto by 2025 but excludes tax breaks for blockchain companies. Cointelegraph
22. Australia announces 2025 crypto regulations
Australia to implement anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing rules for crypto markets by 2025. Cointelegraph
