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

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NVIDIA unveils new silicon photonics networking solutions
Supply Chain

NVIDIA unveils new silicon photonics networking solutions

NVIDIA has unveiled its innovative Spectrum-X and Quantum-X silicon photonics networking switches, boosting AI factory efficiency while slashing energy use.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Mar 2025
Ansys partners with TSMC & Microsoft to speed photonic sims
High Performance Computing

Ansys partners with TSMC & Microsoft to speed photonic sims

Ansys has teamed up with TSMC and Microsoft to achieve a tenfold speed-up in silicon photonic simulations, leveraging Azure and NVIDIA GPU technology.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 2nd Oct 2024
Most firms lag behind net-zero targets, NTT survey reveals
Internet of Things

Most firms lag behind net-zero targets, NTT survey reveals

A global survey by NTT reveals 95% of enterprises are lagging in their net-zero carbon targets, with only 9% on track or ahead. Deeper issues and solutions detailed.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Sep 2024
Viavi debuts ONE-1600 for 1.6T testing in AI-driven networks
Network Infrastructure

Viavi debuts ONE-1600 for 1.6T testing in AI-driven networks

Viavi Solutions debuts the ONE-1600, a new testing module for the 1.6Tb/s ecosystem, advancing bandwidth solutions crucial for AI and quantum computing.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Sep 2024
Intel reveals advancements in AI tech at Hot Chips 2024
Edge Computing

Intel reveals advancements in AI tech at Hot Chips 2024

At the Hot Chips 2024 conference, Intel unveiled groundbreaking advancements in edge computing, AI acceleration, photonics, and SoC technology.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 27th Aug 2024
NVIDIA's breakthroughs redefine quantum computing landscape
EduTech

NVIDIA's breakthroughs redefine quantum computing landscape

Nvidia Technologies advances quantum computing with breakthroughs in science, finance, and educational realms, reshaping research strategies and propelling quantum era applications.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Mar 2024
Seagate unveils Mozaic 3+ hard drive boosting data centre capacity
Storage

Seagate unveils Mozaic 3+ hard drive boosting data centre capacity

Seagate makes breakthrough with Mozaic 3+ hard drive platform, offering unprecedented 3TB+ per platter storage densities using HAMR technology, aimed at transforming large-scale data storage solutions.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Jan 2024
Demand for high-speed networks bolsters optical spectrum analysers market
Network Infrastructure

Demand for high-speed networks bolsters optical spectrum analysers market

The increasing demand for high-speed data transfer rates and the adoption of 5G technology is expected to bolster demand.

By Shannon Williams • 6 min read • Tue, 18th Jul 2023

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ControlUp names Mark Schwartz as new Chief Operating Officer
Human Capital Management

ControlUp names Mark Schwartz as new Chief Operating Officer

ControlUp appoints Mark Schwartz as COO to steer global expansion and growth in the DEX sector, leveraging his extensive tech leadership experience.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 4th Oct 2024
Aston University sets world record in data transmission speed
EduTech

Aston University sets world record in data transmission speed

Aston University researchers shatter data transmission speed record, reaching 402 terabits per second with advanced optical fibre technology.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 4th Jul 2024
Aquila secures AUD $2 million to advance drone charging tech
Drones

Aquila secures AUD $2 million to advance drone charging tech

Aquila clinches AUD $2 million in follow-on funding led by Alua Group to accelerate Lightway Sentry's development.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Jun 2024
Delta.g appoints Tony Lowe as new CEO to lead quantum shift
Smart Cities

Delta.g appoints Tony Lowe as new CEO to lead quantum shift

Delta.g names Tony Lowe as CEO to lead the London tech start-up's move from lab research to commercial success in quantum subsurface mapping.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Jun 2024
Constl partners with Ciena to enhance India's digital network
Unified Communications

Constl partners with Ciena to enhance India's digital network

Constl partners with Ciena to boost India's digital network, deploying advanced optical tech to enhance MAN and NLD services, promising up to 1.6T capacity.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Jun 2024
Aston University achieves record-breaking data transmission speed
EduTech

Aston University achieves record-breaking data transmission speed

Aston University researchers set a new record in data transmission, achieving speeds of 301 terabits per second, 4.5 million times quicker than average UK home broadband.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Apr 2024
Techworks urges HM Treasury to boost UK semiconductor sector
Robotics

Techworks urges HM Treasury to boost UK semiconductor sector

Ahead of the Chancellor's budget, Techworks, the UK Deep Tech and Semiconductor Trade Association, urges HM Treasury to support the domestic semiconductor sector.

By Tom Raynel • 4 min read • Mon, 11th Mar 2024
Rimini Street partners with santec for major restructure
EduTech

Rimini Street partners with santec for major restructure

Rimini Street is to provide strategic support to santec's restructuring into four entities, leveraging its user-centric SAP solutions.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Dec 2023