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Cisco Live EMEA 2026: Cisco’s broad take on AI for collaboration is distinctive
At Cisco Live EMEA 2026, Cisco’s holistic approach to AI regarding collaboration was on bold display. Coupled with long-standing expertise in networking, security, and manageability yields an enviable competitive position.
MEA gears up for shift: from building up infrastructure to sovereignty and autonomy
The region is experiencing seismic shifts in technology on all fronts as it is dredged from the backwaters into the limelight of the global technology market.
Q4 2025 earnings showed strong mobile performance across traditional carriers and cable MVNOs
In January, telcos, OEMs, and retailers launched 674 promotions. Trade-ins, new line offers, and bundles led activity. Wireless momentum remains positive overall with convergence gaining prominence.
LEO systems help enterprises by rendering ‘connectivity not spots’ a relic of the past
Low-Earth orbit constellations are bridging the gap between reliable terrestrial connectivity and comprehensive geostationary coverage.
Sparkle and VDPC Barracuda deal points to a new subsea model
Telecom Italia’s Sparkle strikes an agreement with Valencia Digital Port Connect. But as ownership of Sparkle is about to change, could this influence its long-term role in global infrastructure?
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AI-driven memory chip squeeze threatens mid-range phones
AI data centres are absorbing memory supply, pushing memory chip prices up. Consequently, consumer devices face higher costs, slower spec upgrades, and a shrinkingmid-range smartphone segment.
Vodafone strengthens global backbone with subsea expansion
Vodafone is doubling down on its investment in its subsea cable infrastructure. With the construction of two cable systems, Thetis Express and Kardesa as it aims to boost its global network capacity and sidestep traditional bottlenecks.
Ops teams to gain access to AI-generated capabilities in 2026
Operations teams will receive a significant bump in AI-generated workflow productivity tools over the next 12 months, GlobalData predicts.
AI vendors must build AI tools that universities can trust
Universities are increasingly adopting AI technologies, raising important questions about governance, fairness, and academic standards.
Slack has landed a starring role at Salesforce
Slack seemed destined to fall into a blackhole when acquired by Salesforce in 2021. Instead, it has been elevated to a central gateway of the Salesforce platform.