Global Stories

European AI PC market grows, driven by chip makers

The AI PC market in Europe is booming, driven by chip makers' innovations, with AI-enabled notebooks soaring to 40% of sales as of this year.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025

Carbon footprint

The shift from SIM cards to eSIMs in mobile evolution

The shift from SIM cards to eSIMs marks a significant mobile evolution, enhancing security and convenience for users as connectivity transforms daily life.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 5th Feb 2025

Marketing Technologies

Apple launches new app for creating custom invitations

Apple has launched Apple Invites, a new app for iPhone that allows users to create custom event invitations and manage RSVPs seamlessly.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Feb 2025

Unified Communications

Neat launches BYOD feature for flexibility in collaboration

Neat has unveiled Neat Select, a new BYOD feature for its Neat Bar and Neat Bar 2, enhancing flexibility in video collaboration for businesses.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 5th Feb 2025

Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Arctic Wolf finalises acquisition of BlackBerry's Cylance

Arctic Wolf has acquired BlackBerry's Cylance to boost its Aurora platform, integrating advanced AI-driven security capabilities for enhanced endpoint protection.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Tue, 4th Feb 2025

Generative AI

Global semiconductor revenue to exceed USD $705 billion

Global semiconductor revenue surged to USD $626 billion in 2024, driven by strong demand for GPUs and AI processors, according to Gartner.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 4th Feb 2025

Wearables

AI, wearables & telehealth to transform healthcare by 2025

By 2025, healthcare is set for a transformative shift, emphasising AI-driven personalised treatment, advanced wearables, and enhanced telehealth solutions.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025

Gaming

VR mobile games on Android see 60% growth, 13 million new users

A new study by SplitMetrics reveals a remarkable 60% increase in new Android VR game users, with 13 million joining in 2024, marking record growth.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Jan 2025

Firewalls

Telecom industry to invest USD $6 billion in QKD by 2030

The telecom sector is set to invest over USD $6 billion in quantum key distribution technologies by 2030, amid rising quantum computing threats.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 30th Jan 2025

Data Analytics

Exclusive: Tanium's Matt Quinn on automating endpoint management

Matt Quinn, Chief Technology Officer at Tanium, champions the transformative potential of autonomous endpoint management, promising efficiency and cost savings for IT teams.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Wed, 29th Jan 2025

Gaming

Samsung unveils Galaxy S25 series with advanced AI features

Samsung has unveiled the Galaxy S25 series, featuring AI advancements, enhanced camera capabilities, and robust security, now available for pre-order.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 28th Jan 2025

Data Privacy

Truecaller iPhone app update introduces new caller ID tech

Truecaller has unveiled a major update for its iPhone app, introducing real-time caller ID and automatic spam blocking, enhancing user privacy and experience.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Tue, 28th Jan 2025

Unified Communications

Expert insights on safeguarding data in a digital world

As Data Privacy Day approaches, industry leaders stress the importance of robust measures to enhance data security amidst growing digital vulnerabilities.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 27th Jan 2025

Stories from Other Regions

DataCentre infrastructure

Nokia to upgrade DE-CIX New York backbone to 400GE

Nokia has been chosen to enhance DE-CIX New York's backbone network, bolstering its status as the largest internet exchange in the Northeast with upgraded optical technology.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025

Data Protection

Acronis report reveals global concerns on data privacy 2025

Acronis' report Data Privacy in 2025 reveals that 64% of consumers list data breaches as their top privacy concern, highlighting a critical need for better security practices.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 3rd Feb 2025

Clean technologies

O2's 3G shutdown to cause GBP £13.7m e-waste issue

The phase-out of O2's 3G network could generate GBP £13.7 million in e-waste as many Britons hold onto obsolete devices due to disposal uncertainties.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Mon, 3rd Feb 2025

Fintech

Zero app launches, offers green financial solutions

Zero, a sustainable money app and debit card, is now fully launched under e-Money regulations, aiming to empower eco-conscious consumers in the UK.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 3rd Feb 2025

Customer Experience

RCS messaging expands to iOS with Three & Virgin Media

Three UK and Virgin Media O2 have teamed up with Sinch to launch RCS Business Messaging for iOS, enhancing customer interaction across devices.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025

Clean technologies

Raising awareness on Circular Electronics Day initiative

Circular Electronics Day, marked on 24 January, raises awareness of electronic waste, urging individuals and businesses to adopt sustainable tech practices.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 28th Jan 2025

Agricultural Technology

AccuWeather acquires TOA Systems' lightning detection tech

AccuWeather has acquired TOA Systems' lightning network, enhancing global lightning detection capabilities and aiming to improve safety and preparedness.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 27th Jan 2025