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DH2i launches SDP solution to enable zero trust IoT connectivity

Tue, 6th Oct 2020
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edge computing
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iot
DH2i introduces its new edge-optimised software-defined perimeter solution, DxOdyssey for IoT, enabling secure zero trust IoT connectivity.
Interconnection

Blue Wireless expands 5G portfolio into the Americas

Thu, 3rd Sep 2020
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5g & beyond
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wireless networks
Blue Wireless expands its 5G portfolio and enters the Americas market, bringing its total reach to 61 countries.
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Q&A: MaxBill CEO talks data centre growth and its impact on energy billing

Mon, 24th Aug 2020
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datacentre infrastructure
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power / energy
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it architecture
The rapid growth of data centers has impacted the billing models and processes of electricity companies, according to MaxBill CEO Kirill Rechter.
Edge computing

Blaize debuts new AI Edge computing offerings

Fri, 14th Aug 2020
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edge computing
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ai
Blaize announces new AI computing hardware and software products for edge applications, addressing limitations of power, complexity, and cost.
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Google Cloud and Box announce strategic partnership

Fri, 24th Jul 2020
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public cloud
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hybrid & remote work
As part of the new partnership, Box will leverage Google Cloud as a key provider for data storage in its international operations.
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HPE to acquire SD-WAN firm Silver Peak for US$925 million

Wed, 15th Jul 2020
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network infrastructure
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sdn
The deal will enable HPE to couple its Aruba Edge Services platform with Silver Peak's software-defined wide area networking (SD-WAN) platform.
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Significant data centre projects announced for Europe and APAC

Tue, 14th Jul 2020
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datacentre infrastructure
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Cromwell and Stratus plan major data centres in London and Frankfurt, with a combined 400MW capacity, in a new partnership targeting US$1 billion investment.
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Digital Realty announces Hong Kong data center build

Fri, 3rd Jul 2020
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colocation
The HKG11 data center will span 21,000 square metres and deliver 24 megawatts of IT capacity, to be in Kwai Chung, a developing data center cluster.
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Fortinet resolves to help communities through new Corporate Foundation

Mon, 15th Jun 2020
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Fortinet has launched a foundation to support communities impacted by COVID-19 and enhance its corporate social responsibility initiatives.
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Digital Realty scoops Green Lease Leaders award

Mon, 15th Jun 2020
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datacentre infrastructure
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hyperscale
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power / energy
Digital Realty has been honoured as a 2020 Green Lease Leader by the US DOE's Better Buildings Alliance and IMT, recognising its eco-friendly leasing efforts.
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NetApp moves to acquire Spot, eyeing application driven infrastructure

Fri, 5th Jun 2020
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public cloud
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cloud services
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netapp
NetApp acquires Spot to slash cloud costs and spur public cloud adoption, aiming to transform app-driven infrastructures.
Network

Snowflake and Salesforce release integrated tools in new phase of partnership

Wed, 3rd Jun 2020
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data analytics
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martech
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cdp
Snowflake and Salesforce unveil new native integrations, enabling seamless data transfer and analysis for joint customers, accelerating digital transformation.
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Zscaler buys Edgewise, with its sight set on zero-trust

Fri, 29th May 2020
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multi-cloud
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casb
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cybersecurity
The acquisition indicates Zscaler's path towards improving the security of east-west communication, as well as its quest to achieve a zero-trust environment.
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Mastercard launches new initiatives to empower those hit by COVID-19 lockdowns

Tue, 12th May 2020
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martech
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commerce systems
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supply chain
Mastercard commits to bringing one billion people and 50 million businesses into the digital economy by 2025, with a focus on women entrepreneurs.
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Cloudscene develops new pathfinder app for IBM Cloud

Fri, 1st May 2020
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public cloud
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multi-cloud
Cloud Pathfinder for IBM Cloud facilitates connections to on-ramp providers that offer IBM Cloud Direct Link Services to customers.
Finance

Microsoft's revenue jumps 15% as pandemic has 'little impact' on tech giant

Thu, 30th Apr 2020
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public cloud
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supply chain
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microsoft
Microsoft's quarterly revenue rose by 15% to USD $35 billion, as the tech giant faced 'minimal impact' from COVID-19. Azure's revenue surged by 59%.
Acquisition

It's official: NVIDIA completes its acquisition of Mellanox for US$7 billion

Tue, 28th Apr 2020
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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nvidia
NVIDIA has finalised its US$7 billion acquisition of Mellanox Technologies, merging computing and networking expertise to revolutionise data centres.
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Plans for floating data centre in Singapore revealed

Tue, 21st Apr 2020
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manufacturing
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dc
Keppel Data Centers plans Singapore's first floating data centre, using seawater cooling and LNG for power. Expected to save energy and land.
Collaboration

COVID-19: Google Cloud, IBM and others join forces to bolster economic recovery

Fri, 17th Apr 2020
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hyperscale
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public cloud
Rolls-Royce announces Emer2gent, a coalition including Google Cloud and IBM, to leverage data analytics for global COVID-19 economic recovery efforts.
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Digital Realty powers on third Singapore data center

Wed, 15th Apr 2020
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network infrastructure
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digital realty
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undersea cables
Digital Realty launches its third data center in Singapore, adding 50 megawatts of power and 34,000 sq.m of space to support the region's digital economy.