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AEM Networks rebrands amid growing AI testing demands

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AEM Networks widens its test kit as AI-driven bandwidth, latency and audit pressures push the Singapore unit beyond cable certification into fibre and RF.
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The hidden data costs threatening enterprise AI plans

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Hidden cloud data, egress fees and GPU 'double bubble' bills are quietly turning many enterprise AI ambitions into costly, slow ordeals.
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AMD unveils Kintex UltraScale+ Gen 2 mid-range FPGAs

Thu, 5th Feb 2026
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AMD's Kintex UltraScale+ Gen 2 FPGAs add LPDDR hard controllers, PCIe Gen4 and new security to boost bandwidth for data-heavy embedded designs.
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DigiCert warns of prolonged online demand & attacks

Fri, 30th Jan 2026
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DigiCert warns Q4 internet traffic stayed high as DDoS and app-layer attacks grew longer and more intense, eroding traditional peak seasons.
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Dell boosts PowerStore QLC density & replication features

Wed, 14th Jan 2026
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Dell boosts PowerStore with 30TB QLC drives, metro sync replication and new NFSv4.2 features to pack in more data and harden resilience.
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Google backs NZ subsea cable project to drive $36b of AI benefit for kiwis

Wed, 8th Oct 2025
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AI could boost New Zealand's economy by NZD $36 billion, as Google advances digital infrastructure with the Honomoana subsea cable and AI initiatives.
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Zayo report reveals soaring fibre demand driven by AI & cloud

Thu, 26th Jun 2025
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Zayo's Bandwidth Report reveals fibre demand soaring due to AI and cloud, with fibre miles set to rise by nearly 200 million by 2030 to prevent shortages.
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Asia Pacific faces AI data centre gap despite booming demand

Fri, 30th May 2025
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Asia Pacific faces a 15-25GW shortfall in AI-ready data centres by 2028 despite doubling capacity, due to power limits and evolving AI demands, CBRE warns.
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Riverbed expands acceleration platforms to meet rising AI demand

Wed, 14th May 2025
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Riverbed expands its acceleration platforms with ten new SteelHead solutions and a flexible subscription model to support rising AI-driven data demands.
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Huawei executive forecasts AI-driven 5G network growth

Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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Huawei's Li Peng predicts that artificial intelligence will revolutionise 5G networks, driving data usage and unlocking significant revenue growth.
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Huawei unveils AI-centric network for telecom growth

Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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Huawei has launched its AI-Centric Network solution, aiming to help telecom carriers exploit AI advancements for enhanced connectivity and innovative business models.
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Huawei explores 5G & AI tech integration at MWC 2025

Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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Huawei is showcasing its AI and 5G integration solutions at MWC Barcelona 2025, aiming to enhance carrier services and drive new business growth globally.
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Hands-on Review: OWC Thunderbolt 5 Hub

Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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The OWC Thunderbolt 5 Hub boasts an impressive 80Gbps bandwidth, doubling previous speeds, making it essential for creatives and power users alike.
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Pure Storage teams with Kioxia to enhance hyperscale data

Wed, 4th Dec 2024
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Pure Storage has partnered with Kioxia to create an advanced data storage platform for hyperscale data centres, enhancing efficiency and performance.
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CIOs prioritise network security over AI, report reveals

Wed, 16th Oct 2024
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A new report from Extreme Networks reveals CIOs are prioritising network security over AI, with 34% citing it as their top IT concern for 2024.
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Cloudbrink launches mobile hotspot optimisation service

Thu, 10th Oct 2024
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Cloudbrink has unveiled a software-only mobile hotspot optimisation service, promising to enhance remote access performance by over double for roaming users.
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CommScope highlights strategies to boost data centre sustainability

Thu, 3rd Oct 2024
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CommScope unveils cutting-edge strategies to enhance data centre sustainability, focusing on reducing carbon footprints, conserving space, and improving efficiency.
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AMD & Oracle boost AI capabilities with new accelerator launch

Fri, 27th Sep 2024
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AMD has teamed up with Oracle to launch the OCI Compute Supercluster with MI300X accelerators, revolutionising AI model training at scale.
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OVHcloud launches High Grade Bare Metal servers with Intel CPU

Wed, 25th Sep 2024
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OVHcloud rolls out advanced dedicated servers with 5th Gen Intel Xeon Gold processors, boosting performance for mission-critical applications and data security.
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HPE introduces ProLiant DL145 Gen11 server for edge efficacy

Thu, 19th Sep 2024
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Hewlett Packard Enterprise unveils the HPE ProLiant DL145 Gen11 server, tackling edge computing with enhanced performance and compact, rugged design.