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#technology-investment

2 days ago

UK news

Government industrial strategy will back cyber tech in drive for economic growth | Computer Weekly

The UK government will prioritize cyber security to enhance economic growth.

4 days ago

European startups

India's chipmaking plans hurt by Zoho no-go, Adani unease

India's semiconductor ambitions faced setbacks as Zoho abandoned its manufacturing plans and Adani paused its $10 billion fab project.

#artificial-intelligence

AI at Leap 2025: Huge potential but a threat to the fabric of society?

Saudi Arabia emphasizes invisible AI enhancing daily life while addressing ethical implications of AI's societal impact.

Investment in AI aims to harness its potential while ensuring it promotes social good.

fromwww.nytimes.com

Artificial intelligence

Microsoft Profit Increases 18% While It Slows A.I. Spending

Microsoft has slightly reduced its capital spending on AI, suggesting a moderated appetite for tech industry investments.

Tech industry

Nvidia building quantum computing research center in Boston

Nvidia is launching a research center to innovate quantum computing despite cautioning it may take decades to become practical.

AI at Leap 2025: Huge potential but a threat to the fabric of society?

Saudi Arabia emphasizes invisible AI enhancing daily life while addressing ethical implications of AI's societal impact.

Investment in AI aims to harness its potential while ensuring it promotes social good.

fromwww.nytimes.com

Microsoft Profit Increases 18% While It Slows A.I. Spending

Microsoft has slightly reduced its capital spending on AI, suggesting a moderated appetite for tech industry investments.

Tech industry

more#artificial-intelligence

Nvidia building quantum computing research center in Boston

Nvidia is launching a research center to innovate quantum computing despite cautioning it may take decades to become practical.

#us-tariffs

Tech industry

Even untouched by tariffs, UK financial IT braces for blow

US tariffs are likely to impact technology investment beyond directly affected sectors, according to TechMarketView.

European startups

Only 3,000 staff quit SAP after 10,000 earmarked for cuts

SAP has seen 3,000 employees leave due to restructuring and is adapting to global economic uncertainties caused by US tariffs.

Tech industry

Even untouched by tariffs, UK financial IT braces for blow

US tariffs are likely to impact technology investment beyond directly affected sectors, according to TechMarketView.

European startups

Only 3,000 staff quit SAP after 10,000 earmarked for cuts

SAP has seen 3,000 employees leave due to restructuring and is adapting to global economic uncertainties caused by US tariffs.

more#us-tariffs

#ai

fromCreative Bloq

Trump's $500 billion AI investment has graphic designers conflicted

Trump's $500 billion investment in AI raises concerns for the future of graphic design careers.

Workday talks up AI agent amid staff cuts

Workday confirms AI-driven decision-making led to workforce reduction as part of a restructuring plan to focus on its Agent System of Record platform.

Marketing tech

fromAol

Alphabet's Q1 earnings shattered analyst expectations, sending the stock soaring. Google's CEO credits its AI efforts.

Alphabet's strong Q1 results were driven by innovative AI strategies and significant investment in technology.

Tech industry

IDC: global edge computing spending to approach $380bn by 2028 | Computer Weekly

Edge computing is set for significant growth, with spending expected to reach $380 billion by 2028, driven largely by AI and real-time data demands.

fromTechzine Global

The Netherlands agrees with Nvidia over AI facility

The Netherlands is pursuing an AI supercomputer facility with Nvidia's support, enhancing its ambition in artificial intelligence.

fromsubscriber.politicopro.com

Here's What's in Stargate,' the $500-Billion Trump-Endorsed Plan to Power U.S. AI

Trump's Stargate Project sees $500 billion investment in AI and data centers, crucial for U.S. technology and electricity landscape.

fromCreative Bloq

Trump's $500 billion AI investment has graphic designers conflicted

Trump's $500 billion investment in AI raises concerns for the future of graphic design careers.

Workday talks up AI agent amid staff cuts

Workday confirms AI-driven decision-making led to workforce reduction as part of a restructuring plan to focus on its Agent System of Record platform.

Marketing tech

fromAol

Alphabet's Q1 earnings shattered analyst expectations, sending the stock soaring. Google's CEO credits its AI efforts.

Alphabet's strong Q1 results were driven by innovative AI strategies and significant investment in technology.

Tech industry

IDC: global edge computing spending to approach $380bn by 2028 | Computer Weekly

Edge computing is set for significant growth, with spending expected to reach $380 billion by 2028, driven largely by AI and real-time data demands.

fromTechzine Global

The Netherlands agrees with Nvidia over AI facility

The Netherlands is pursuing an AI supercomputer facility with Nvidia's support, enhancing its ambition in artificial intelligence.

fromsubscriber.politicopro.com

Here's What's in Stargate,' the $500-Billion Trump-Endorsed Plan to Power U.S. AI

Trump's Stargate Project sees $500 billion investment in AI and data centers, crucial for U.S. technology and electricity landscape.

more#ai

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Online Community Development

Kinetic by Windstream Confirms North Carolina Awards

Kinetic will connect over 1,300 homes and businesses in North Carolina to high-speed internet, crucial for remote work and education.

fromBusiness Insider

3 weeks ago

Humanoid robots are coming to a warehouse near you

Humanoid robots are gaining attention as potential solutions for labor shortages in various industries.

fromwww.housingwire.com

Silicon Valley real estate

How Sierra Pacific is scaling without a factory-line approach

Sierra Pacific is expanding thoughtfully, emphasizing culture in hiring rather than rapid scale.

European startups

German startup ai|coustics hits high notes with 5M to fix poor audio with Generative AI: Here's how - Silicon Canals

ai|coustics secures â¬5M in seed funding to enhance its Generative Audio AI platform and market presence.

Indonesia might lift its iPhone ban for $1 billion

The iPhone 16 may soon launch in Indonesia following a significant investment agreement with Apple.

fromwww.dw.com

Miscellaneous

Why is Indonesia blocking sales of Apple's new iPhone? DW 01/14/2025

Apple's investment proposal in Indonesia was rejected due to non-compliance with local component production rules for selling the iPhone 16.

The proposed facility would produce AirTag parts, which do not count towards the iPhone's local content requirement.

Apple

fromEngadget

Indonesia might lift its iPhone ban for $1 billion

The iPhone 16 may soon launch in Indonesia following a significant investment agreement with Apple.

fromwww.dw.com

Miscellaneous

Why is Indonesia blocking sales of Apple's new iPhone? DW 01/14/2025

Apple's investment proposal in Indonesia was rejected due to non-compliance with local component production rules for selling the iPhone 16.

The proposed facility would produce AirTag parts, which do not count towards the iPhone's local content requirement.

more#apple

fromEntrepreneur

Amazon Projects Spending $100 Billion on AI Expenses in 2025 | Entrepreneur

Amazon is significantly increasing its AI spending for 2025, reflecting a commitment to innovation despite competition.

#openai

OpenAI nears record-breaking $40bn funding deal as valuation doubles

OpenAI seeks to raise $40 billion, potentially doubling its valuation to $340 billion amid intensified competition in AI.

fromThe Verge

Miscellaneous

Elon Musk, White House advisor, says OpenAI deal announced at White House is a sham

Musk remains skeptical about the financing of the Stargate Project, indicating doubts about SoftBank's financial backing.

OpenAI nears record-breaking $40bn funding deal as valuation doubles

OpenAI seeks to raise $40 billion, potentially doubling its valuation to $340 billion amid intensified competition in AI.

fromThe Verge

Miscellaneous

Elon Musk, White House advisor, says OpenAI deal announced at White House is a sham

Musk remains skeptical about the financing of the Stargate Project, indicating doubts about SoftBank's financial backing.

Miscellaneous

European Commission invests 3M to develop new chip that will help solve quantum computing bottlenecks - Silicon Canals

The European Commission invests €3M for a quantum chip combining electronics and light to enhance quantum computing.

European startups

Eindhoven's PHOTON IP raises 4.75M funding - Silicon Canals

PHOTON IP secures €4.75M to enhance integrated photonics by improving silicon and III-V materials integration for optical chips.

Miscellaneous

European Commission invests 3M to develop new chip that will help solve quantum computing bottlenecks - Silicon Canals

The European Commission invests €3M for a quantum chip combining electronics and light to enhance quantum computing.

European startups

Eindhoven's PHOTON IP raises 4.75M funding - Silicon Canals

PHOTON IP secures €4.75M to enhance integrated photonics by improving silicon and III-V materials integration for optical chips.

Trump has tossed a lot of Biden policies. But there's one AI measure he wants to keep

Trump shows bipartisan support for expanding AI infrastructure by wanting to keep Biden's land designation for data centers.

fromITPro

Gadgets

The devices you need on a network you can trust

Effective tech management is essential to enhance productivity in hybrid work environments.

Capital for Asia, rooted in Asia: How Singapore's Jenny Lee wants to rethink venture capital

Jenny Lee's journey from engineer to a top venture capitalist illustrates her ability to bridge engineering with venture capital, enhancing collaboration with tech entrepreneurs.

Venture

Intel to spin out Intel Capital this year

Intel has decided to spin out its venture capital arm Intel Capital to attract new investments while remaining an anchor investor.

Venture

fromFortune Asia

Capital for Asia, rooted in Asia: How Singapore's Jenny Lee wants to rethink venture capital

Jenny Lee's journey from engineer to a top venture capitalist illustrates her ability to bridge engineering with venture capital, enhancing collaboration with tech entrepreneurs.

Venture

Intel to spin out Intel Capital this year

Intel has decided to spin out its venture capital arm Intel Capital to attract new investments while remaining an anchor investor.

more#venture-capital

4 months ago

The Trends Impacting UK Businesses in 2025

AI adoption is becoming a priority for UK businesses as they evolve and adapt to technological advancements.

4 months ago

Business

UK's small businesses strike upbeat tone for 2025 growth

Britain's SMEs are optimistic about 2025, with 92% expecting growth amid economic challenges.

fromTechCrunch

5 months ago

Information security

Confirmed: cloud security specialist Upwind raises $100M on a $900M valuation | TechCrunch

Upwind has closed a $100 million Series A funding round, valuing the company at $900 million, indicating strong investor interest in cloud security.

fromTechRepublic

6 months ago

Business intelligence

Australian Companies Focus on Growth for Tech Spending

Australian companies are prioritizing conservative tech spending focused on foundational transformations like cloud services to drive growth amidst economic challenges.

Startup companies

fromBusiness Insider

Masayoshi Son is the $100 billion gambler who went from dirt track to tech titan - and he isn't done betting yet

Masayoshi Son exemplifies bold risk-taking in technology shaping modern society.

fromMarTech

Marketing

3 ways to optimize your marketing automation beyond technology | MarTech

Balancing investment in technology with team expertise is crucial for optimizing automated marketing campaigns.

Data analysis and interpretation are key to improving marketing ROI.

Artificial intelligence

Forrester: IT budget growth pushed towards cross-functional teams | Computer Weekly

IT leaders are planning to increase budgets in 2025, reflecting confidence in growth despite economic challenges.