Linxens and Dracula Technologies have partnered to develop battery free smart labels powered by light and radio waves. This sustainable innovation aims to reduce battery waste in the growing IoT sector, using energy harvesting and biodegradable materials to create eco friendly, energy autonomous devices.
Brookfield Asset Management is investing SEK 95 billion in AI infrastructure in Sweden, marking one of its largest European AI ventures. This initiative includes a new AI facility in Strängnäs that will double data center capacity and create over 1,000 jobs.
Amazon’s substantial $10 billion investment in AWS data centers in North Carolina underscores the surge in generative AI and cloud technology demand. This groundbreaking endeavor will create 500 high-skilled jobs, bolstering the local economy and confirming Amazon’s commitment to AI innovation and advanced cloud infrastructure.
Broadcom’s new Tomahawk 6 Ethernet switch delivers 102.4 terabits per second capacity, doubling current bandwidth standards. Designed for AI-driven networks, it offers energy efficiency, dynamic routing, and open standards, aiming to revolutionize data infrastructure while challenging proprietary systems.
Nokia leads the EU-backed Proactif project, tapping drones and robotics for infrastructure monitoring across Europe. With 43 organizations from 13 countries involved, and notable partners like Nvidia, the aim is revolutionizing surveillance of power grids.
Microsoft will invest $400 million to upgrade its Swiss data centers and train 1 million people in AI. The plan supports local startups and SMEs, enhances innovation infrastructure, and reinforces Microsoft’s long-term presence in Switzerland.
Colt Technology Services, Honeywell, and Nokia are partnering to develop quantum-safe satellite networking. By using quantum key distribution from low earth orbit, they aim to secure global data transmission against quantum computing threats, overcoming the distance limits of fiber optics.
Telefonica is investigating a potential cyberattack after sensitive data from one million former Peruvian customers was leaked. The breach, linked to hacker group Dedale, comes amid growing global threats to telecom firms.
NTT has launched a new energy storage division under NTT Anode Energy, managing 340 MWh across Japan. The initiative supports grid stability and wholesale energy trading. Alongside, NTT is expanding its global data center footprint, investing $10 billion through 2027 to deliver scalable infrastructure.
SpaceX’s ninth Starship test ended in failure after a fuel leak caused disintegration over the Indian Ocean. Despite early success, this marks the third setback in a row, raising doubts about meeting future goals for Mars and Moon missions. SpaceX continues refining the system under FAA oversight.
