Australia's Evolving Satellite Strategy in Response to Emerging Tech Risks
In recent years, Australia has recognized the need to rethink its satellite strategy due to the increasing risks associated with anti-satellite technologies. This shift has led to the decision to abandon plans for a large, costly defense satellite project in…
UK's CMA Suspends GXO Wincanton Merger Citing Competition Risks
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) of the United Kingdom has put a temporary hold on the proposed £762 million acquisition of Wincanton, a leading UK logistics company, by American logistics giant GXO. This decision arises out of growing concerns…
Perplexity AI Faces Backlash Over Offer to Assist The New York Times During Strike
In a controversial move, Aravind Srinivas, the CEO of AI search firm Perplexity, extended an offer to assist The New York Times (NYT) amid a strike initiated by the newspaper’s tech workers. The NYT Tech Guild, representing employees engaged in…
New Frameworks Set to Advance Asset Tokenisation in Singapore
The journey towards asset tokenisation recently gained momentum in Singapore, with the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) launching significant initiatives at the Layer One Summit. These developments aim to address challenges and enhance the commercial viability of tokenisation in various…
Constellation Eyes New Data Center Opportunities
Constellation Energy is pressing ahead with its ambitious plans to build data centers at its power plants, despite facing regulatory hurdles that could deter similar initiatives in the energy sector. Last week, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) blocked a…
German Firms Test Bitcoin Mining to Balance Renewable Energy
Germany is setting a promising example in the integration of cryptocurrency and sustainable energy through a pilot project. Deutsche Telekom’s subsidiary, MMS, along with Bankhaus Metzler, is experimenting with Bitcoin mining as a way to harness surplus renewable energy. Designed…
Tenstorrent Partners with Japan to Train Chip Designers
In an ambitious move to revitalize its semiconductor industry, Japan is forging a partnership with Tenstorrent, a Silicon Valley startup co-founded by veterans from tech giants like Apple and Intel. The deal, announced recently, involves a substantial investment of $50…
US Supreme Court to Review Facebook and Nvidia Securities Fraud Cases: Implications for Corporate Accountability
The upcoming review by the United States Supreme Court regarding news cases associated with Facebook and Nvidia marks a critical juncture for corporate oversight and investor rights. Both tech companies are involved in separate lawsuits that challenge their ability to…
Kioxia Anticipates Surge in Flash Memory Demand by 2028
Kioxia, a leading name in the semiconductor industry, has shared ambitious plans to scale its production capabilities in response to the projected 2.7-fold increase in demand for flash memory by 2028. This forecast is heavily driven by the rapid advancements…
Securing Election Integrity: How the U.S. Ensures Safety Amid Disinformation
In the current digital era, the integrity of elections has become a hot topic, with disinformation campaigns emerging as a significant threat. As we approach the 2024 presidential elections, the U.S. cybersecurity chief, Jen Easterly, has stepped forward to clarify…
