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OVHcloud launches quantum platform to boost European sovereignty
Data Protection

OVHcloud launches quantum platform to boost European sovereignty

OVHcloud launches a Quantum Platform offering EU businesses cloud access to eight quantum computers, including Pasqal's 100-qubit Orion Beta, bolstering digital sovereignty.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Nov 2025
Cutting costs, not corners: Reducing technical debt through smarter Microsoft licensing
Microsoft

Cutting costs, not corners: Reducing technical debt through smarter Microsoft licensing

UK businesses often incur technical debt and inflate IT costs due to underutilised Microsoft licences, missing out on built-in features and optimisation opportunities.

By Justin Sharrocks • 4 min read • Tue, 29th Apr 2025

Global Stories

Optimization stories

Boards to demand real-world returns from AI in 2026
Digital Transformation

Boards to demand real-world returns from AI in 2026

Boards will pivot AI from hype to hard numbers in 2026, slashing speculative spend and backing smaller models with provable returns.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 30th Dec 2025
Prometheus acquires Actenum to boost AI scheduling
Manufacturing

Prometheus acquires Actenum to boost AI scheduling

Prometheus buys Canadian AI scheduler Actenum to sharpen data-driven planning for asset-heavy sectors from oil and gas to utilities.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 17th Dec 2025
Zoom launches AI Companion 3.0 with agentic workflows
Unified Communications

Zoom launches AI Companion 3.0 with agentic workflows

Zoom unveils AI Companion 3.0, adding agentic workflows, a browser hub for work orchestration and standalone access from USD $10 a month.

By Sean Mitchell • 6 min read • Tue, 16th Dec 2025
Celonis predicts context‑aware AI to reshape supply chains
Data Analytics

Celonis predicts context‑aware AI to reshape supply chains

Celonis forecasts context-aware AI, autonomous operations and open platforms will overhaul global supply chains and competition by 2026.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Mon, 15th Dec 2025
Gartner maps six key trends reshaping IT operations by 2026
Data Protection

Gartner maps six key trends reshaping IT operations by 2026

Gartner says six trends from hybrid computing to geopatriation will redefine IT infrastructure, operations and risk planning by 2026.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Mon, 15th Dec 2025
Sage named leader in IDC ranking for AI PSA & ERP
DevOps

Sage named leader in IDC ranking for AI PSA & ERP

Sage has been named a leader in IDC's 2025-2026 global ranking of AI-enabled professional services automation and ERP applications.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 12th Dec 2025
AI risks intensify cyber threats to critical infrastructure OT
IoT Security

AI risks intensify cyber threats to critical infrastructure OT

AI deployment in critical infrastructure raises cyber security risks as attackers exploit operational technology networks with advanced AI-driven tactics.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 5th Dec 2025
Blue Yonder unveils AI-driven upgrades for resilient logistics
Data Analytics

Blue Yonder unveils AI-driven upgrades for resilient logistics

Blue Yonder launches AI-enhanced Transportation Management system to boost supply chain resilience, efficiency and sustainability amid rising operational pressures.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Fri, 19th Sep 2025
IBM & AMD collaborate to develop quantum-centric supercomputers
Quantum Computing

IBM & AMD collaborate to develop quantum-centric supercomputers

IBM and AMD join forces to create quantum-centric supercomputers combining quantum tech with high-performance computing and AI for complex challenges.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Wed, 27th Aug 2025
How optimisation is helping to tackle the data centre efficiency challenge
Digital Transformation

How optimisation is helping to tackle the data centre efficiency challenge

Optimising existing data centre infrastructure boosts performance and sustainability amid rising AI demands and shrinking space, budgets, and energy resources.

By Alexey Navolokin • 5 min read • Wed, 13th Aug 2025
SAS takes measured path with AI to deliver real-world gains
Generative AI

SAS takes measured path with AI to deliver real-world gains

While big tech boasts bleeding-edge AI, SAS says it's quietly building tools that deliver measurable returns for government, industry and health.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Fri, 9th May 2025
Quantum computing remains distant despite advancements
EduTech

Quantum computing remains distant despite advancements

A Forrester report reveals that while quantum computing has made strides, practical applications remain a decade away due to persistent challenges.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 7th Jan 2025
Brightcove unveils AI Suite for enhanced video engagement
Hyperscale

Brightcove unveils AI Suite for enhanced video engagement

Brightcove unveils AI Suite to revolutionise video technology with AI-powered tools for content creation, management, engagement, and cost efficiency.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Sep 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Optimization stories

Santander wins FICO award for AI-driven credit risk overhaul
Data Analytics

Santander wins FICO award for AI-driven credit risk overhaul

Santander's US Auto business wins 2025 FICO Decisions Award for using machine learning to enhance credit risk analysis and streamline lending processes.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Mon, 12th May 2025
Celonis & Zespri celebrate success in process optimisation
Data Analytics

Celonis & Zespri celebrate success in process optimisation

Zespri's collaboration with Celonis has revolutionised their business operations, cutting vendor invoice cycle times by 27% and boosting purchase order conformance to 88%.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Mon, 12th Aug 2024