The AI hardware landscape is seeing transformative change with former Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger investing in Fractile, a UK-based startup revolutionizing AI model inference. By focusing on running large language model inference in memory, this innovation reduces compute overhead and enhances scalability, crucial for optimizing AI performance and efficiency.
Indosat partners with Xanh SM to revolutionize Indonesia’s electric vehicle sector. By integrating IoT and analytics into Xanh SM’s fleet, Indosat enhances taxi operation and customer experience.
Google’s acquisition of HTC’s extended reality unit for $250 million aims to enhance the Android XR platform. This strategic move aligns Google with tech giants like Samsung and Qualcomm, highlighting its commitment to enriching user experiences via sophisticated XR headsets and glasses.
Google’s increased investment in Anthropic, totaling $3 billion, positions it as a key player in the AI race. Anthropic aims to transform market dynamics with features like two-way voice chat and web access.
The Stargate Project, backed by OpenAI, SoftBank, Oracle, and MGX, promises to revolutionize AI infrastructure with a $500 billion investment. Key players like Oracle and OpenAI are driving this initiative to reinforce American leadership in AI.
Sparkle, a top global operator, is enhancing its services in Brazil with a new Point of Presence in Brasília. This strategic move caters to increasing demand for international connectivity, reinforcing Sparkle’s leading role in Latin America.
A Telehouse study reveals a striking lack of awareness among UK consumers about data centres, with 51% unfamiliar with the term and 67% unaware of their purpose. Despite powering digital services, misconceptions persist.
BT has halted its pilot to transform street cabinets into EV charging stations after a promising start in East Lothian, Scotland. Financial challenges, including rising costs and profit declines, are speculated as reasons.
Swiss IoT module maker u-blox’s exit from the cellular IoT sector marks a strategic pivot to focus on profitable areas like GNSS satellite positioning. Persistent losses in the cellular division, driven by intense pricing competition and extended 5G IoT development timelines, influenced this decision amidst broader market challenges.
T-Mobile has launched Starlink satellite messaging for Samsung Galaxy devices, enhancing off-grid connectivity for Galaxy S24 users in the U.S. This beta service utilizes a low-earth orbit constellation, enabling text communication in areas without cellular coverage.
