Exertis Cybersecurity, a leading distributor of cybersecurity solutions, has announced its collaboration with Object First, the developer behind Ootbi (Out-of-the-Box-Immutability), a groundbreaking ransomware-proof backup storage appliance tailored for Veeam®. This partnership signifies a significant stride in Exertis Cybersecurity’s mission to furnish cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions to organizations across Europe.
Verizon launches AI-driven apps to improve customer service by streamlining interactions. The European Commission designates Booking.com as a ‘gatekeeper’ and plans antitrust charges against Microsoft for bundling Teams with Office. Telstra establishes a regional network hub in Guam at GNC iX data center. GlobalData underscores US telcos’ struggle to stand out in the B2B channel.
Tonaquint, a leading provider of data center solutions targeting emerging markets, has inaugurated its newly revamped data center in Oklahoma City. The company marked the occasion with a ceremonial ribbon-cutting, guided tours of the facility, and a festive gathering featuring local cuisine and ample networking opportunities.
In a landmark agreement, Microsoft and Brookfield, an asset management company, have announced a renewable energy deal valued at an estimated $10 billion. Under this partnership, Microsoft will invest in energy projects developed by Brookfield and its renewable energy subsidiary.
In a bid to fortify its position in the Australian regional mobile market, TPG Telecom has inked a monumental 11-year network sharing deal with Optus. Valued at a hefty A$1.59 billion ($1.04 billion), the agreement is set to significantly expand TPG’s geographic coverage, doubling it to 1 million square kilometers and enabling access to 98.4% of the population.
Despite the much-anticipated launch of Apple’s Vision Pro, reports indicate a struggle in sales for the tech giant’s high-priced mixed reality headset. Noted Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo recently shared insights on Medium, revealing that Apple has slashed its shipment forecast for the pricey device.
The Snapdragon X Plus is an upgraded version of the Snapdragon X Elite, which debuted in October last year. Many of the touted features remain similar, including claims of exceptional performance, extended battery life, and cutting-edge on-device AI capabilities. Qualcomm asserts that the CPU, GPU, and NPU (Neural Processing Unit) collectively offer superior performance and energy efficiency.
Vodafone Idea, a struggling telecom operator in India, is set to embark on a significant equity fundraising effort to secure more than $2 billion. This move comes as the company faces mounting bills and aims to finance the rollout of its 5G network.
GoTo’s Miradore Premium+ is a new subscription tier designed for growing businesses, offering enhanced MDM capabilities. CallTower introduces CT Text with MMS and SMS features in Cisco Webex. NGMN’s report underscores the necessity of industry-standard measures for tracking energy consumption in virtualized mobile networks. Casa Systems is selling its Axyom business to Lumine Group and its cable interests to Vecima Networks due to reduced capital spending.
In a significant move, AT&T has pledged an additional $3 billion investment by the end of the decade to address the digital divide in the United States, bringing its total commitment to this cause to $5 billion. This announcement comes as part of the telco’s ongoing efforts to ensure more Americans have access to affordable high-speed internet.
