Digital Infrastructure stories
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Vertiv expands Liebert GXE UPS lineup with 1-3kVA models
Yesterday
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network infrastructure
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edge computing
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power / energy
Vertiv broadens its Liebert GXE UPS range with new 1-3kVA models, aimed at enhancing power protection for critical network edge applications worldwide.
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Swoop secures AUD $36 million contract for Melbourne fibre network
3 days ago
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telco
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melbourne
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swoop
Swoop inks a landmark AUD $36m deal with a NASDAQ-listed tech giant to roll out fibre infrastructure in Greater Melbourne, their biggest contract yet.
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CrowdStrike outage inspires ongoing discussions on digital resilience
3 days ago
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data protection
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hybrid cloud
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ai security
The recent CrowdStrike software update caused a global IT outage, disrupting airlines, banks, media, and healthcare, sparking calls for stronger digital infrastructure.
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Global IT outage reveals critical need for business resilience
4 days ago
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dr
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securityscorecard
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cloud services
A global IT outage on Friday exposed vulnerabilities in digital infrastructure, underscoring the need for enhanced disaster preparedness and resilient IT strategies.
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Global IT outage sparks chaos, calls for robust cybersecurity
5 days ago
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ai security
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cybersecurity
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broadcasting
A global IT outage triggered by Crowdstrike's software has disrupted sectors like aviation, banking, and retail, prompting experts to call for enhanced disaster recovery plans and heightened cybersecurity measures.
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Paladin partners with NATO DIANA to boost secure tech investments
5 days ago
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safety
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security
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cloud services
Paladin Capital Group partners with NATO’s DIANA to bolster trust, safety, and security in global dual-use tech investments, aligning on key principles to protect democracies.
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CyrusOne breaks ground on billion dollar data centre in Germany
Last week
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power / energy
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ai
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cleantech
CyrusOne breaks ground on its EUR €1 billion FRA7 data centre in Frankfurt, aiming for 81MW capacity and sustainability goals.
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Microsoft Azure outage causes global disruption across industries
Last week
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ai security
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cybersecurity
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outage
The Microsoft Azure outage, triggered by a faulty CrowdStrike update, disrupted banking, aviation, and healthcare globally, highlighting cybersecurity flaws.
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Cyber Security experts respond to global IT outage
Last week
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ai security
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healthtech
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crowdstrike
It comes after a major IT outage linked to a Windows security update stopped essential services around the world, causing significant disruption.
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PDG completes phase one of AI-ready data centre in Johor
This month
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edutech
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hyperscale
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dc
Princeton Digital Group completes Phase One of its 150MW AI-ready JH1 data centre in Johor, advancing digital infrastructure in SE Asia with MYR 1.276 billion green loan.
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Greater Shepparton to adopt Schneider Electric's service model
This month
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power / energy
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cleantech
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public sector
Greater Shepparton City Council partners with Schneider Electric to transition from CAPEX to a managed service model, ensuring cost-efficient and continuous power supply.
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City of Subiaco partners with TechnologyOne for digital overhaul
This month
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saas
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digital transformation
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cx
The City of Subiaco partners with TechnologyOne to revolutionise digital infrastructure, aiming to streamline operations and elevate services over a three-year project.
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Arrow Electronics partners with Equinix to enhance EMEA services
This month
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hybrid cloud
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
Arrow Electronics teams up with Equinix to offer enhanced digital infrastructure solutions across EMEA, boosting network optimisation and hybrid cloud capabilities for channel partners.
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StarHub & NUS partnership to create a 'Borderless University'
This month
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edutech
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firewalls
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data analytics
StarHub and NUS have signed an MOU to launch Singapore’s first Borderless University, providing seamless, high-speed connectivity via advanced 5G technology.
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Cyber-attacks on TikTok & Indonesia prompt security discussion
This month
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data analytics
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data science
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advanced persistent threat protection
A wave of cyber-attacks has revealed weaknesses in major digital platforms and national infrastructures, igniting urgent calls from professionals for stronger cybersecurity measures.
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Google Cloud & Gulf Edge join forces for Thai cloud service
This month
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digital transformation
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encryption
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ai
Google Cloud and Gulf Edge join forces to deliver Thailand's first sovereign cloud, aligning with local data security laws, boosting regional digital innovation.
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Spark to build data centre & surf park on Auckland's North Shore
Last month
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power / energy
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ai
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cleantech
Spark secures resource consent for a new 40MW data centre in Auckland’s North Shore, using innovative heat exchange and solar power to enhance sustainability.
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Barclays partners with Microsoft to enhance digital security
Last month
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uc
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data protection
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digital transformation
Barclays is teaming up with Microsoft to boost its security systems, leveraging AI to enhance detection and protection, securing trust in their digital framework.
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Experts urge government action on AI misinformation regulation
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ai
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manifesto
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skills gap
AI-generated misinformation is sparking regulatory calls in the UK, as satirical deepfakes and digital policy gaps threaten democracy and tech leadership.
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Equinix invests USD $65 million in Chennai data centre expansion
Last month
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
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dc
Equinix announces USD $65 million investment to build its first IBX data centre in Chennai by late 2024, further enhancing India's digital infrastructure and supporting AI deployment.