All articles by BV Swagath

BV Swagath

Analog Devices considers $1.5bn purchase of Empower Semiconductor

The deal would provide Analog Devices with power management chip technology for AI processors and data centre infrastructure.

G42 finalises deal with India for Condor Galaxy AI supercomputer

Condor Galaxy India is planned as one of the country’s largest AI clusters, intended to support national AI goals.

Cisco to reduce workforce by 4,000, prioritises AI and security

The job cuts were revealed alongside Cisco’s Q3 FY26 results, showing a 12% year-on-year revenue increase to $15.8bn.

SAP invests in AI workflow orchestration company n8n at $5.2bn valuation

SAP will integrate n8n’s automation platform into Joule Studio, aiming to grow automation and agentic AI across its enterprise software.

Google’s threat unit confirms first AI-driven large-scale exploit

Researchers at Google’s threat unit found a zero-day exploit in Python that showed signs of large language model involvement.

Sony and TSMC announce JV for image sensor manufacturing

The JV will combine Sony’s image sensor design with TSMC’s process technology to develop and manufacture advanced image sensors.

HPE launches autonomous networking on Mist and Aruba Central

The new capabilities automate network management, enhance reliability, and minimise manual intervention for IT teams in large enterprises.

Apple agrees to $250m settlement over delayed Siri AI features

The lawsuit arose after Apple announced Siri AI upgrades at its developer conference, promising availability with autumn 2024 iPhones.

Vodafone set for full ownership of VodafoneThree in $5.8bn deal

VodafoneThree was formed after Vodafone UK merged with Three UK, a deal announced in June 2023 and completed May 2025.

Cognizant weighs up to 15,000 job cuts, most in India

The planned cuts follow Project Leap, under which Cognizant expects $230m–$320m in severance costs in Q2 2026.