Atende appoints Nokia manager as new VP
POLAND 12 JAN

Atende appoints Nokia manager as new VP

Polish IT company Atende appointed Piotr Kaczmarek vice president of the management board. Kaczmarek comes from Nokia, where he had an over 20-year career working with telecom operators, most recently as senior country officer and network infrastructure partner manager for central and south Europe. In a post on LinkedIn, he said he was "pleased to be able to leverage my experience and expertise to actively contribute to the further development" of Atende. 

Corero lifts FY ARR by 23%
GLOBAL 12 JAN

Corero lifts FY ARR by 23%

Corero Network Security has announced that annual recurring revenue (ARR) increased by 23 percent in 2025 to USD 23.9 million, reflecting strong demand for its automated, DDoS protection products. In a year-end business update, it referred to expanding global customer adoption and higher enterprise momentum driven by competitive takeouts and disciplined go-to-market execution.

IQE expects FY sales in upper forecast range, reports non-binding takeover interest
GLOBAL 12 JAN

IQE expects FY sales in upper forecast range, reports non-binding takeover interest

IQE, a London-listed supplier of epitaxial wafers for compound semiconductors, said in a trading update it now expects full-year sales and earnings to finish at the higher end of its prior guidance. The company calculates turnover will arrive at around GBP 97 million, above the midpoint of its revised GBP 90 -100 million estimate, while adjusted EBITDA will finish at GBP 2 million or greater. IQE had projected the latter metric to range from a GBP 5 million loss to a GBP 2 million profit.

Telefonica Tech unveils self-sovereign digital identity platform
SPAIN 12 JAN

Telefonica Tech unveils self-sovereign digital identity platform

Telefonica Tech, the digital B2B unit of Telefonica, has introduced a new self-sovereign identity (SSI) platform designed to help companies and public bodies transition to the European Union's upcoming framework for digital identity management. The system supports the principles of the EU Digital Identity Wallet (EUDI Wallet), which is scheduled for implementation across all member states by the end of 2026. It aims to give individuals control over the personal data they share while ensuring interoperabilit

Ekinops names new CEO
GLOBAL 12 JAN

Ekinops names new CEO

French vendor Ekinops has selected Lionel Chmilewsky to lead the business as chief executive. Chmilewsky was picked on the strength of his extensive international track record in telecoms, technology and cybersecurity, particularly in relation to leading strategic growth initiatives and complex corporation transformations. He takes the helm at a time of transition for Ekinops, as the company looks to grow its foothold in additional software-led product lines, including Secure Access Service Edge (SASE), ali

Hungary sets up Artificial Intelligence Council
HUNGARY 12 JAN

Hungary sets up Artificial Intelligence Council

Hungary has set up the Hungarian Artificial Intelligence Council (MMIT), tasked with implementing the European Union's AI Act in Hungary and developing the country's AI strategy. Led by Government Commissioner László Palkovics and with the participation of the National Media and Communications Authority (NMHH) as a permanent member, the MMIT will serve as a crucial professional forum. Its work aims to boost Hungary's digital competitiveness, foster innovation, and ensure regulatory alignment with EU law. Th

SKS Technologies completes Delta Elcom acquisition for AUD 12.5 million
AUSTRALIA 12 JAN

SKS Technologies completes Delta Elcom acquisition for AUD 12.5 million

Australian IT services company SKS Technologies Group has completed its acquisition of Sydney-based data centre specialist company Delta Elcom, following an earlier announcement in December. Delta Elcom is an electrical and communications contractor specialising in data centre infrastructure and complex technology projects. The business generates annual revenue of around AUD 25 million and provides design, installation and maintenance services across data centre construction, network cabling and integrated

Industry seeks clarity as Korean AI Framework Act looms
KOREA, REPUBLIC OF 12 JAN

Industry seeks clarity as Korean AI Framework Act looms

South Korea is preparing to enforce what it describes as the world's first comprehensive AI law, positioning itself as an early regulator of AI as global rules remain fragmented, according to the Korea Herald, citing industry sources. The AI Framework Act, passed in December 2024, is due to take effect on 22 January, with the government promising a one-year grace period before penalties are applied.

SK AX gains first government recognition for gen AI certification
KOREA, REPUBLIC OF 12 JAN

SK AX gains first government recognition for gen AI certification

South Korea's SK AX has received government recognition for its generative AI skills certification scheme, marking the first such approval in South Korea for a programme focused on generative AI capabilities. The company said its AI Competency Certification Platform had been approved under the "company qualification government recognition system" by the ministry of employment and labour and the human resources development service of Korea.

South Korea steps up AI cooperation with Nvidia and OpenAI
KOREA, REPUBLIC OF 12 JAN

South Korea steps up AI cooperation with Nvidia and OpenAI

South Korea's ministry of science and ICT has moved to deepen international cooperation on AI following senior-level meetings with Nvidia and OpenAI in California, alongside engagement with Korean-founded startups and investors in the US. The ministry said second vice minister Ryu Je-myoung visited the headquarters of Nvidia and OpenAI on 9 January, as part of efforts to strengthen public-private collaboration on AI infrastructure, talent development and safety. The visit builds on discussions held last yea

ChatGPT tops Korea's mobile app downloads last year
KOREA, REPUBLIC OF 12 JAN

ChatGPT tops Korea's mobile app downloads last year

ChatGPT ranked first in new installations in South Korea's mobile application market last year, far outpacing other apps, according to IGAWorks' Mobile Index. ChatGPT reached 16.57 million cumulative new downloads last year, the highest among all mobile applications. The number of ChatGPT users leapt by 341 percent from January to December last year, pushing its overall ranking up to 27th. According to Maeil Business, citing company sources, the number of active devices using the app also reached 19.49 mill

SoftBank and OpenAI to invest USD 1 billion in SB Energy
UNITED STATES 12 JAN

SoftBank and OpenAI to invest USD 1 billion in SB Energy

OpenAI and SoftBank Group have agreed to invest USD 1 billion into SB Energy, which is backed by SoftBank and Ares Management, to support the buildout of AI data centres as part of the Stargate initiative. OpenAI and SoftBank are each investing USD 500 million into SB Energy. OpenAI has also selected SBE to build and operate its previously-announced 1.2 GW data centre site in Milam County. The equity funding supports SB Energy's growth as a development and execution partner for data centre campuses and asso

GERMANY 9 JAN

Allianz signs global AI partnership with Anthropic

Anthropic has signed a global strategic partnership with Allianz to deploy artificial intelligence (AI) at the German insurance group. The partnership focuses on teaching employees how to use AI, using AI to accelerate internal processes, and setting new standards for accuracy. Under the partnership, Anthropic's Claude models are integrated in Allianz's internal AI platform, which is free for all Allianz employees to use. Claude Code is redefining software development for a large number of developers at All

LITHUANIA 9 JAN

Telia Lithuania announces bestselling laptops

Telia Lithuania announced a list of the bestselling laptops in its shops in 2025. The list includes the Apple MacBook Air 13.6, MSI Thin 15.6/ i5 16 GB/512 GB / RTX 3050, Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15.6 / Ryzen 5 / 8 GB/512 GB, MSI Vector AI 16 / Ultra 7/16 GB/1 TB / RTX 5070 Ti and Lenovo LOQ 15.6 / i5 / 24 GB / 1 TB / RTX 4060.

GLOBAL 9 JAN

Atos delivers digital services to World DanceSport Federation

ICT group Atos announced that its Sports and Major Events division has been selected to implement several technology-driven projects for the Switzerland-based World DanceSport Federation (WDSF), a multinational sports association recognised by the International Olympic Committee (IOC). The WDSF and Atos collaborated on their first major initiative in 2025. Building on this successful project, the partnership will now continue throughout the current year, focusing on digital ticketing and distribution servic

PORTUGAL 9 JAN

Portugal to invest over EUR 400 million in AI by 2030

Portugal is set to invest over EUR 400 million by 2030 in its National Artificial Intelligence Agenda (ANIA), primarily using European funds. This plan, approved by the Council of Ministers, aims to boost Portugal's competitive edge, with AI projected to add EUR 18-22 billion to the country's GDP within the next decade, reported Lusa.

POLAND 9 JAN

NASK PIB picks contractors to supply AI laboratory kits for schools

Polish national telecommunications R&D institute NASK PIB said it has completed a tender for the supply of 12,000 AI laboratory kits for schools. The volume of the investment is PLN 1.86 billion and it is funded under the National Recovery and Resilience Programme.

GLOBAL 9 JAN

Corero Network Security appoints head of channel sales from Sonicwall

DDoS protection provider Corero Network Security has announced the appointment of Michelle Ragusa-McBain as global channel chief and VP of channel sales. She has more than 20 years of experience in cybersecurity, SaaS and SMB-to-enterprise IT, including leadership roles at Cisco, SonicWall and CompuCom. According to her LinkedIn profile, her most recent role was as VP for global sales and strategy at SonicWall. She serves with sector organisations including the Global Technology Industry Association (GTIA).

EUROPE 9 JAN

Advania appoints strategy director to coordinate different markets

IT service provider Advania has announced its appointment of Maarten Kanters as strategy director to coordinate growth initiatives in its various markets. Advania said it is concentrating on three areas in which organisations need integrated services, namely AI implementation, cyber resilience and IT lifecycle management. Kanters said he will support country workforces and drive alignment, while ensuring each market can adapt to local customer needs.

NETHERLANDS 9 JAN

RamNode cuts Netherlands operating costs 70% with move to OpenMetal

OpenMetal announced that cloud provider RamNode has modernized its Netherlands data centre operations using OpenMetal's enterprise bare metal platform. The migration to the new infrastructure resulted in around 70 percent lower costs and a 16-fold increase in virtual machine density. RamNode is now considering a similar deployment in other locations, including Singapore, the supplier said. 

OMAN 9 JAN

Oman Data Park partners ZainTech to offer cybersecurity services

Oman Data Park (ODP) has begun a partnership with ZainTech to strengthen cybersecurity services in Oman and selected regional markets. They will combine ODP's in-country infrastructure and its understanding of national regulatory and data residency requirements with the Zain Group subsidiary's integrated cybersecurity portfolio and regional expertise. Together, they aim to support government and enterprise customers in protecting critical data, systems and digital operations in what they call an increasingl

JAPAN 9 JAN

Nanto City partners GigaStream Toyama on 3.1 GW data centre cluster in Japan

Nanto City and data centre developer GigaStream Toyama have concluded an agreement to develop a large-scale data centre campus in Toyama Prefecture, positioning the area as what the parties describe as Japan's third major data centre cluster after Tokyo and Osaka. The project, known as the Nanto Campus, is planned as a phased development with total capacity of up to 3.1 GW. On 19 December, the Nanto City Council approved the sale of approximately 13.1 hectares of land for Phase 1, which is designed to suppo

ASIA 9 JAN

NTT Docomo Business launches smart stadium operations platform in East Asia

NTT Docomo Business has begun offering a cloud-based facility management platform for stadiums, arenas and large commercial venues following an exclusive distribution agreement with US-based SaaS provider 24/7 Software. Under the agreement, NTT Docomo Business will act as the exclusive reseller of 24/7 Software in Japan, South Korea and Taiwan. The platform is designed to support the digitalisation of venue operations by integrating incident management, lost-and-found handling, guest requests and facilities

KOREA, REPUBLIC OF 9 JAN

Samsung SDS agrees plan for 60 MW AI data centre in Gumi

Samsung SDS has signed an MoU with Gyeongsangbuk-do Province and the city of Gumi to build a large-scale AI data centre in South Korea. Under the agreement, Samsung SDS plans to construct a 60 MW AI data centre in Gumi on the site of the former Samsung Electronics Gumi 1 complex, which the company acquired in December 2024. The facility is scheduled to begin operations in March 2029 and is intended to support growing demand for AI- and GPU-focused services.

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