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Google Unveils Next Gen AI Gemini 2.0
Amid a potential breakup threat from US authorities, Google releases next generation of its AI tool Gemini
Meta Looks To Nuclear Energy For US Data Centres
Facebook parent Meta joins other big data centre operators and explores use of nuclear energy to help it meet AI and sustainability objectives
CMA Delays Cloud Computing Report Until 2025
UK competition regulator slightly delays its provisional report on the cloud computing sector and whether “behavioural” remedies are required
Microsoft Faces £1 Billion Lawsuit For Alleged Overcharging
Lawsuit filed in London against Microsoft alleges customers using rival cloud services, have to pay more to licence Windows Server
Google Asks Appeal Court To Throw Out Epic App Store Verdict
After Epic Games 2023 courtroom victory, Google appeal argues “dramatic redesign” of Play store will hurt app developers, consumers
FTC Opens Antitrust Investigation Into Microsoft
Last hurrah for chair Lina Khan? Federal Trade Commission launches sweeping investigation into Microsoft before Trump handover
Just Eat To Delist From London Stock Exchange
Another blow for UK's ambition to attract tech firms to its stock market, after Just Eat Takeaway requests LSE delisting
Kim Dotcom Suffers “Serious Stroke”, Amid Deportation Fight
Post on social media claims Megaupload founder Kim Dotcom has suffered a “serious stroke” amid deportation from New Zealand
US DoJ To Push Google To Sell Off Chrome Browser – Report
US Justice Department to ask Judge to force Google to sell off its Chrome browser, and also seeks rulings on AI and Android
FTC Plans Investigation Into Microsoft Cloud Business – Report
Microsoft's cloud business practices are reportedly facing a potential anti-competitive investigation by the FTC
Google To Make MFA Mandatory Next Year
Improving security. Mandatory multi-factor authentication (MFA) is coming to the Google Cloud by the end of 2025
Apple Set To Be Fined Under EU’s Tough DMA – Report
Tech giant Apple could be facing another hefty financial penalty, amid a report the EU is set to fine it under the tough DMA
Donald Trump Election Victory, And Implications For Tech Sector
Victory of Donald Trump in the US Presidential election and the potential implications for the tech industry
Serco Tracking Devices On Prison Vans Disabled After Cyberattack
Worrying development. Cyberattack on third party supplier disables tracking systems and panic alarms in Serco prisoner vans
Is the Digital Transformation of Businesses Complete?
Digital transformation is an ongoing journey, requiring continuous adaptation, strong leadership, and skilled talent to stay competitive in a digital world.
How Agentic AI Became the Newest Form of Business Investment
Agentic AI is revolutionizing business investment by enabling autonomous, scalable systems that require minimal human intervention. Unlike traditional AI, agentic AI offers businesses the ability to streamline workflows, boost productivity, and ensure compliance, making it especially valuable for highly regulated industries. As companies adopt this technology, they position themselves for a more efficient, innovative future.
Worldwide IT Spending To Grow 9.3 Percent In 2025, Gartner Predicts
IT spending growth in 2025 comes as CIOs move from proof-of-concept, and begin investment into generative AI next year
UK Government Signs Five Year Deal With Microsoft
Multi-year partnership signed between UK government and Microsoft to accelerate public sector digitalisation
Microsoft Settles Gamer Lawsuit Over Activision Purchase
Gamers who sued Microsoft to halt its purchase of Activision Blizzard have agreed to the dismissal of their lawsuit
Brazil To Restore X Access After Elon Musk Complies With Court Orders
Supreme Court clears X to resume access in Brazil, after high profile clash between top judge and Elon Musk
Google Confronts Break-Up Threat From US DoJ
US Department of Justice mulls asking judge to force Google to sell parts of its business to eliminate online search monopoly
Mike Lynch Died From Drowning, Coroner Inquest Rules
UK's tech billionaire Dr Mike Lynch died from drowning on his superyacht, but his daughter's death is under investigation
Oracle To Invest $6.5 Billion In Malaysia To Expand Public Cloud...
Another huge investment into Asia to expand data centre and cloud reach, as Oracle pledges $6.5 billion for Malaysia
The secrets to Developing a High-Performing Data Team
Building a high-performing data team is key to leveraging data for better decision-making. By balancing technical skills with soft skills, fostering continuous learning, and aligning work with business goals, companies can create teams that generate impactful insights and drive meaningful business outcomes.
Ukraine Bans Telegram On State-Issued Devices
National security move. Ukraine reportedly bans Telegram on state-issued devices due to Russian security threat
EU Begins Proceedings To Force Apple To Open Up iOS, iPadOS
European Commission begins two “specification proceedings” to force Apple to open up iOS operating system to rival tech
AI Excites But Stresses CIOs, IDC Expereo Finds
Impact and pressures of artificial intelligence (AI) on corporate executives revealed in new research from IDC and Expereo
Microsoft Cuts Hundreds Of Gaming Staff
Post Activision - Microsoft Gaming confirms it will axe 650 employees, after thousands of job losses earlier this year
AWS To Invest £8 Billion In UK, Amid Cloud AI Expansion
Government touts £8 billion investment in UK by Amazon Web Services (AWS), to support estimated 14,000 jobs