2026 stories
CFOs are urged to retire outdated on-premises ERP systems, embracing cloud solutions to boost productivity, security and access to AI tools.
Choosing an AI-powered contact centre platform in 2026 is vital for businesses aiming to enhance customer experience and support future growth effectively.
The Australasian Space Innovation Institute will launch in 2026 to transform space research into commercial innovations, boosting Australia's economy and security.
The Australian Digital Health Agency and HL7 Australia launch FHIRside, a weekly forum to boost healthcare interoperability and digital health standards.
Over 80% of marketing teams worldwide now use generative AI, with 85% in EMEA reporting strong ROI and expanded adoption planned for 2026.
Dell launches PowerEdge XR8720t, a compact server that consolidates Cloud RAN and Open RAN workloads, boosting AI and telecom edge computing efficiency.
Six Nations Rugby partners with Capgemini to enhance fan experience using AI and digital tech across tournaments through to 2029.
The global generative AI models market is set to surge by 149.8% in 2025, surpassing USD $14 billion as adoption becomes standard across tech sectors.
NEC harnesses AI to enhance local TNFD risk analysis at 2,000 sites, cutting assessment time from 40 hours to one, boosting environmental risk management.
Corintis has raised USD $24 million in Series A funding after a breakthrough in AI chip cooling achieved in partnership with Microsoft to boost data centre efficiency.
Pure Storage launches a unified platform enhancing AI data management across on-premises and cloud, boosting efficiency and hybrid cloud control.
Equinix unveils Distributed AI Infrastructure, linking 270+ data centres in 77 markets to enable secure, low-latency AI deployment worldwide.
Equinix launches Distributed AI platform and global labs to help enterprises accelerate AI adoption with faster, scalable, and globally connected infrastructure.
Tokenised funds are forecast to surge from $4 billion in 2024 to $235 billion by 2029, driven by growing links between traditional asset management and DeFi platforms.
Qualcomm launches Snapdragon X2 Elite chips for premium Windows PCs, delivering up to 75% faster CPU and advanced AI with multi-day battery life.
A surge in violence threats against executives is driving global firms and investors to boost spending on physical security amid rising business risks.
Proofpoint unveils new defences against rising AI email attacks that manipulate assistants to leak data, amid soaring losses in businesses globally.
Secure Code Warrior launches beta for Trust Agent: AI, offering CISOs enhanced oversight of AI tools and code risks in software development.
Techugo plans to complete 35 e-governance projects worth INR ₹23 crore by 2026, boosting India's public sector digital transformation and citizen services.
TeamSystem has acquired French SME software provider Sellsy, enhancing its presence in France and Spain with AI-powered CRM and financial management tools.