Big Tech stories
Nebius signs multi-year AI cloud deal with Microsoft worth billions
Thu, 11th Sep 2025
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Nebius has struck a multi-billion USD $ deal with Microsoft to supply AI cloud infrastructure from its new Vineland data centre, boosting growth from 2026.
Exclusive: Fastly’s Randy Reddig on AI bots and disruption
Tue, 26th Aug 2025
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Fastly's Randy Reddig reveals AI bots now drive much web traffic, disrupting media models and pushing publishers toward new edge-based solutions.
Authors oppose AI text mining proposal over copyright concerns
Fri, 8th Aug 2025
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The Australian Society of Authors opposes a Productivity Commission proposal for AI text mining exceptions, citing risks to creators’ copyright and earnings.
Tracer unveils AI tool to shield brands from ChatGPT fraud
Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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Tracer AI launches Tracer Protect for ChatGPT, an AI tool to monitor and combat brand fraud and scams exploiting ChatGPT chatbot responses.
EU urges social media ad checks to tackle €4.3bn scam crisis
Thu, 15th May 2025
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EU member states urge social media firms to verify advertisers to curb a EUR €4.3bn investment scam crisis sweeping across Europe.
Australia pauses AI regulation plans amid safety concerns
Mon, 31st Mar 2025
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The Australian Government's suspension of mandatory AI regulations raises alarms for Electronic Frontiers Australia, which warns of risks to safety and rights.
Facebook faces decline among UK's younger users
Thu, 13th Feb 2025
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Research shows Facebook's grip on young Brits is waning, with 70% of those aged 18-24 reducing their use, favouring platforms like TikTok and Instagram.
iProov shares digital identity trends set to shape the future of trust
Wed, 11th Dec 2024
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iProov forecasts that by 2025, deepfake technology will threaten news integrity and financial markets, prompting urgent calls for stronger identity verification.
GMI Cloud secures USD $82M to expand AI infrastructure
Fri, 1st Nov 2024
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GMI Cloud has secured USD $82 million in Series A funding to enhance its cloud infrastructure and establish a new data centre in the US.
Inevidesk expands partner programme with Totality, Logicle IT
Mon, 21st Oct 2024
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Inevidesk has broadened its channel partner programme by adding Totality, Logicle IT, and WIT, fostering wider access to virtual desktop infrastructure.
Actis launches Epoch Digital to boost data infrastructure in Asia
Fri, 21st Jun 2024
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Actis launches Epoch Digital to bolster Asia's data centre capacity with sustainable solutions, starting with projects in Taiwan, Malaysia, and South Korea.
Industry reax: Ofcom warns social media firms of bans without safety compliance
Wed, 19th Jun 2024
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In a bid for child safety online, Ofcom warns social media platforms they may face user bans for under-18s if new safety regulations are ignored.
Mambu reveals financial services trends for 2024 in annual report
Wed, 13th Dec 2023
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Mambu's annual report reveals key trends set to shape the 2024 financial services landscape, with a focus on Asia Pacific.
IronVest CMO predicts rise in CNP fraud & masking tech use in 2024
Fri, 8th Dec 2023
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IronVest CMO, Guy Bauman, forecasts an increase in card-not-present fraud and usage of 'masking' technologies in 2024.
Kiwi start-up to prevent Big Tech from using personal data
Fri, 4th Aug 2023
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EsseVault allows individuals and businesses to take control of their digital footprint and prevent giant tech companies using their data.