NTT DATA has expanded its partnership with Palo Alto Networks, introducing an AI-powered Managed Extended Detection Response (MXDR) service to safeguard enterprise infrastructure. Leveraging Palo Alto’s Cortex XSIAM platform, the service provides 24/7 cloud-to-edge threat detection and rapid response. Designed for sectors with high security needs, MXDR simplifies management, cuts costs, and enhances cyber resilience, positioning NTT DATA and Palo Alto as leaders in advanced cybersecurity. Read all
DigitalBridge Group has agreed to acquire UK-based data center developer Yondr Group, aiming to benefit from soaring AI-driven data center needs. With Big Tech’s growing investments in AI infrastructure, the acquisition strengthens DigitalBridge’s digital portfolio. Yondr will operate independently within DigitalBridge, with the deal set to close in early 2025. The financial terms remain undisclosed, and Mubadala’s stake in Yondr is yet to be clarified. Read all
As demand for AI accelerates, San Jose-based startup GMI Cloud has raised $82 million in Series A funding. Led by Headline Asia, the round included strategic investors Banpu, a Thai energy company, and Taiwan’s electronics giant Wistron. This funding boosts GMI Cloud’s total to $93 million, combining $15 million in equity and $67 million in debt. Read all
Webline-Services has introduced upgraded Cloud KVM hosting packages, now featuring 10 Gb uplink and NVMe storage for lightning-fast performance and reliability. Designed for high-traffic sites and data-heavy apps, these cost-effective solutions provide root access and seamless scalability, catering to modern hosting needs without breaking the bank. Businesses can now boost their online performance with this powerful, budget-friendly hosting upgrade. Read all
Microsoft has escalated its rivalry with Google, alleging the tech giant is orchestrating a “front” campaign through the newly launched Open Cloud Coalition (OCC). According to Rima Alaily, Microsoft’s deputy general counsel, the OCC is funded by Google to harm Microsoft’s cloud services in Europe and sway policymakers. Google denies these accusations. Read all
Google has rolled out its AI Overviews feature—an information snapshot at the top of search results—to over 100 countries, reaching more than 1 billion monthly users. Now supporting multiple languages, AI Overviews also feature in-line links to boost website traffic. This global rollout follows Google’s adjustments to enhance accuracy and ad integration, signaling a broader evolution in AI-powered search. Read all
Gartner projects global semiconductor revenue will reach $717 billion in 2025, with strong AI demand and a rebound in electronics production driving growth. Growing memory market needs and rising GPU sales for AI applications fuel this expansion, alongside surging HBM revenue. As the industry expands by 14%, DRAM and NAND sectors anticipate substantial gains, marking a transformative era for semiconductor innovation. Read all
Google will expand its data center footprint in Lenoir, North Carolina, investing $600 million on a 60-acre site next to its existing campus. Supported by local tax incentives, the project will add 30 full-time jobs and enhance community resources. Partnering with the city for additional water capacity, Google enters a new growth phase in its 17-year presence in Caldwell County. Read all
If you’ve ever lost track of Microsoft’s constant product name changes, Microsoft MVP Loryan Strant has created a helpful new site, Let Me Correct That for You. His frustration with Microsoft’s dizzying rebranding habits and the frequent naming errors in the community sparked the idea for this resource. Read all
A rift is growing in the WordPress community as WordCamp organizers resist Automattic’s request to hand over social media credentials and remove specific posts. Read all
Google Cloud’s europe-west3 region in Frankfurt experienced a 12-hour outage starting early Thursday due to power and cooling issues, disrupting virtual machines and disks for customers. Google has since fully restored services, attributing the problem to a partial zone power-down. A full incident report is forthcoming, as the company continues to work on resilience measures across its cloud infrastructure. Read all
CoreWeave has signed a long-term lease at The Northeast Science & Technology Center in Kenilworth, New Jersey, with plans to transform a 280,000 sq ft building into a cutting-edge data center. Partnering with Onyx Equities and PSE&G, the $1.2 billion project aligns with New Jersey’s AI ambitions. This facility will support AI-driven life sciences and biopharma innovation, enhancing CoreWeave’s cloud capabilities in its home state. Read all
Entering a brand new era, French cloud giant OVHcloud has announced a €350 million ($378 million) share buyback alongside the appointment of Benjamin Revcolevschi as CEO. This strategic leadership shift and financial move mark a transformative phase for OVHcloud, as it aims to achieve sustainable cash flow by 2026. Read all
