Big Tech stories
Microsoft's deal to restart Three Mile Island's nuclear reactor marks a revival driven by soaring AI data centre energy demands and sustainability goals.
Tracer AI launches Tracer Protect for ChatGPT, an AI tool to monitor and combat brand fraud and scams exploiting ChatGPT chatbot responses.
EU member states urge social media firms to verify advertisers to curb a EUR €4.3bn investment scam crisis sweeping across Europe.
Research shows Facebook's grip on young Brits is waning, with 70% of those aged 18-24 reducing their use, favouring platforms like TikTok and Instagram.
iProov forecasts that by 2025, deepfake technology will threaten news integrity and financial markets, prompting urgent calls for stronger identity verification.
GMI Cloud has secured USD $82 million in Series A funding to enhance its cloud infrastructure and establish a new data centre in the US.
Mambu's annual report reveals key trends set to shape the 2024 financial services landscape, with a focus on Asia Pacific.
IronVest CMO, Guy Bauman, forecasts an increase in card-not-present fraud and usage of 'masking' technologies in 2024.
India has overtaken the US in new open source contributors, poised to lead globally by 2030, highlighting open source as key to digital sovereignty and AI innovation.
An Instagram safety campaign has been blocked by advertisers over fears it might upset Meta, highlighting Big Tech's influence in advertising decisions.
CommonAI launches a UK and Europe-wide platform to provide affordable AI computing resources and support for start-ups, backed by investment initiatives.
Nebius has struck a multi-billion USD $ deal with Microsoft to supply AI cloud infrastructure from its new Vineland data centre, boosting growth from 2026.
Fastly's Randy Reddig reveals AI bots now drive much web traffic, disrupting media models and pushing publishers toward new edge-based solutions.
The Australian Society of Authors opposes a Productivity Commission proposal for AI text mining exceptions, citing risks to creators' copyright and earnings.
The Australian Government's suspension of mandatory AI regulations raises alarms for Electronic Frontiers Australia, which warns of risks to safety and rights.
Inevidesk has broadened its channel partner programme by adding Totality, Logicle IT, and WIT, fostering wider access to virtual desktop infrastructure.
Actis launches Epoch Digital to bolster Asia's data centre capacity with sustainable solutions, starting with projects in Taiwan, Malaysia, and South Korea.
In a bid for child safety online, Ofcom warns social media platforms they may face user bans for under-18s if new safety regulations are ignored.
EsseVault allows individuals and businesses to take control of their digital footprint and prevent giant tech companies using their data.
