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AI in 2025: Multi-modal, data access, & infrastructure
Storage

AI in 2025: Multi-modal, data access, & infrastructure

Haoyuan Li, CEO of Alluxio, predicts that by 2025, multi-modal training and innovative data strategies will reshape AI infrastructure and its deployment.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 27th Jan 2025
CISOs gain greater influence in corporate boardrooms
Security Information and Event Management

CISOs gain greater influence in corporate boardrooms

A global study reveals a significant shift in the role of Chief Information Security Officers, with 82% now reporting to CEOs and active in board meetings.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 27th Jan 2025
Expert insights on safeguarding data in a digital world
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
Alexander Hecker to lead CHERRY's global peripherals unit
Gaming

Alexander Hecker to lead CHERRY's global peripherals unit

Alexander Hecker has been appointed Senior Vice President Global Peripherals at CHERRY, effective 1 February 2025, to lead a division restructuring.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Jan 2025
Shifting U.S. consumer debt trends requires new collections approach
Data Analytics

Shifting U.S. consumer debt trends requires new collections approach

Rising consumer debt in the U.S. amid inflation and high interest rates prompts a shift towards multi-channel debt collection strategies to enhance recovery.

By Hans Zachar • 4 min read • Fri, 24th Jan 2025
RespondHealth partners with Microsoft for AI healthcare push
Data Analytics

RespondHealth partners with Microsoft for AI healthcare push

RespondHealth has partnered with Microsoft to integrate AI solutions in healthcare, utilising data from over 200 million patient records to enhance patient outcomes.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Jan 2025
Mega HR launches Megan, an AI recruiter to cut ghosting
Software-as-a-Service

Mega HR launches Megan, an AI recruiter to cut ghosting

Mega HR has unveiled Megan, an AI Recruiter poised to automate 78% of hiring tasks, enhancing transparency and combating applicant ghosting.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 24th Jan 2025
Stargate Project to invest USD $500bn in AI for OpenAI
Artificial Intelligence

Stargate Project to invest USD $500bn in AI for OpenAI

The Stargate Project has unveiled a monumental investment of USD $500 billion aimed at bolstering artificial intelligence infrastructure in the US over four years.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 24th Jan 2025
Ajay Garg joins Saviynt as Chief Development Officer
Firewalls

Ajay Garg joins Saviynt as Chief Development Officer

Ajay Garg has been appointed Chief Development Officer at Saviynt, bringing extensive expertise from Palo Alto Networks to enhance the identity security platform.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Fri, 24th Jan 2025
Myriad360 appoints first Chief Marketing Officer, Halterman
Unified Communications

Myriad360 appoints first Chief Marketing Officer, Halterman

Myriad360 has appointed Samara Halterman as its inaugural Chief Marketing Officer, enhancing its leadership team to drive growth and innovation.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Fri, 24th Jan 2025
Vineeta Puranik appointed as CTO at SmartBear
Artificial Intelligence

Vineeta Puranik appointed as CTO at SmartBear

SmartBear has appointed Vineeta Puranik as its new Chief Technology Officer, aiming to enhance its technology strategy amid rapid AI advancements.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Jan 2025
Puerto Rico receives $584.5 million for energy boost
Storage

Puerto Rico receives $584.5 million for energy boost

The US Department of Energy has granted a $584.5 million loan guarantee to support solar and battery projects in Puerto Rico, enhancing energy resilience.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Jan 2025
XTI Aerospace to acquire 30% stake in ReadyMonitor
Drones

XTI Aerospace to acquire 30% stake in ReadyMonitor

XTI Aerospace has signed a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding to acquire a 30% stake in Drone-as-a-Service leader ReadyMonitor, enhancing VTOL tech.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Jan 2025
Clapper hits milestone with 10 million monthly users
Social Media

Clapper hits milestone with 10 million monthly users

Clapper has crossed 10 million monthly active users, underscoring its rise as a preferred ad-free platform for creators and community engagement.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Fri, 24th Jan 2025
New Relic sets science-based targets for net-zero by 2030
Hyperscale

New Relic sets science-based targets for net-zero by 2030

New Relic has secured approval for its science-based targets to achieve net-zero emissions by 2030, joining over 7,000 firms in the climate initiative.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Jan 2025
DE-CIX hits record 68 exabytes in 2024 with gaming boost
Gaming

DE-CIX hits record 68 exabytes in 2024 with gaming boost

DE-CIX has shattered records in 2024 with a staggering 68 exabytes of data traffic exchanged globally, marking a 15% increase from last year.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Jan 2025
Pipeshift secures USD $2.5m for AI efficiency boost
Platform-as-a-Service

Pipeshift secures USD $2.5m for AI efficiency boost

AI infrastructure startup Pipeshift has secured USD $2.5 million in seed funding for its innovative platform aimed at streamlining AI deployment efficiency.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Jan 2025
Planday: How AI & tech will change hospitality by 2025
Data Analytics

Planday: How AI & tech will change hospitality by 2025

Planday's 2025 Tech Trends Report reveals that while all hospitality operators see AI's value, only 17% fully understand its potential impact on their businesses.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Jan 2025
Drone GIS mapping market grows with tech advancements
Agricultural Technology

Drone GIS mapping market grows with tech advancements

The global drone GIS mapping market is poised for significant expansion, fuelled by technological advancements and increasing demand across diverse industries.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Jan 2025