Microsoft has fixed issues caused by the Windows 11 KB5043145 preview, which led to multiple restarts, blue/green screens, and connection failures for some users. The Patch Tuesday release now addresses these problems, providing key security fixes. Users who installed the earlier preview can still use a Known Issue Rollback (KIR) to mitigate issues. This update is crucial as it marks the final service update for Home and Pro users of Windows 11 22H2. Read all
Oracle has officially launched new AI-driven features within its Oracle Fusion Cloud Service and Oracle Fusion Cloud Field Service, aiming to revolutionize service team productivity while enhancing customer satisfaction. These enhancements leverage AI to streamline issue identification, recommend effective resolutions, and improve first-time fix rates, which ultimately reduces customer frustrations. Read all
GoDaddy has unveiled a new AI-powered WordPress Hosting service in the UAE, aimed at simplifying website creation and management for entrepreneurs and developers. The service automates tasks like content creation and web design, while allowing users to fully customize the final product. Integrated with “the Hub,” a centralized dashboard, the platform streamlines operations, enabling bulk updates and performance tracking across multiple sites. Read all
The U.S. is seeing a shift towards data center and carrier-neutral Internet Exchanges (IXs) to support the growing demands of AI and cloud-based applications. Read all
In a major shift, OpenAI is moving beyond its primary backer, Microsoft, to secure additional data center space. After raising $6.6 billion, the AI powerhouse is exploring a deal with Oracle to take over its under-construction Abilene facility, potentially reaching 2GW capacity. This expansion, coupled with plans for custom chips and new projects like the ‘Stargate’ facility, reflects OpenAI’s drive for greater control over its computing power to meet growing AI demands. Read all
Google Cloud has signed a significant deal with Fei-Fei Li’s AI startup, World Labs, to power the compute needs required for training their cutting-edge AI models. Despite Li’s past role as Google Cloud’s AI chief, the agreement resulted from Google’s advanced infrastructure and ability to scale AI workloads. Read all
Microsoft Azure is now the first cloud platform running Nvidia’s Blackwell system on GB200-powered AI servers. With cutting-edge Infiniband networking and advanced liquid cooling technology, Azure is optimizing AI performance for the world’s most advanced models. Full details will be revealed at Microsoft’s MS Ignite event, showcasing how this leap in technology can revolutionize AI infrastructure. Read all
As the U.S. shifts toward a net-zero emissions future, nuclear power is becoming a cornerstone in the clean energy sector, especially for high-demand industries like artificial intelligence (AI) and data centers. The U.S. Department of Energy’s updated Pathways to Commercial Liftoff: Advanced Nuclear report projects that America’s nuclear capacity could triple by 2050, driven by rising electricity demands and the need for reduced carbon footprints. Read all
Google has globally introduced three new anti-theft features for Android: Theft Detection Lock, Offline Device Lock, and Remote Lock. These innovations will lock phones automatically under unusual motion, prolonged offline periods, or by simply using the phone number. Aiming to make stolen phones harder to resell, Google is also enhancing protection against factory resets, adding biometric requirements for critical changes. Read all
A U.S. judge has ruled that Google must allow rival app stores and third-party billing options on Google Play, giving Android users more choices. Effective November 1, Google can no longer pay developers for app exclusivity or force its billing system. The tech giant plans to appeal, citing concerns about competition with Apple’s iOS. Read all
Google is exploring nuclear power as a potential energy source for its data centers, collaborating with utilities in the US and beyond. This move comes amid rising demand for AI-driven data processing and the need for stable, low-carbon power sources. Google’s energy head, Amanda Peterson Corio, emphasized the importance of reliable, non-intermittent energy to support long-term growth. Tech giants like Microsoft and Amazon are already tapping into nuclear energy for similar purposes. Read all
