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Pelagos plans a GBP £1.8 billion, 250MW AI-focused data centre in Gibraltar, aiming for net zero emissions by 2030 and opening in stages from 2027.

Nominations have opened for the 2026 Bold Woman Award by Veuve Clicquot, celebrating inspiring female business leaders across the UK.

Global spending on generative AI smartphones is expected to reach USD $298.2 billion by 2025, making up 20% of total AI end-user expenditures.

Cisco introduces AI-powered Splunk Security editions to speed up threat detection and streamline security operations for organisations worldwide.

Cisco announces Splunk Federated Search for Snowflake, allowing unified data queries across platforms for faster insights in July 2026 globally.

Seeing Machines enhances its Driver Monitoring System, now detecting alcohol impairment to boost global road safety ahead of 2026 EU regulations.

Cisco launches Data Fabric platform, unifying machine data to streamline AI model training, automated workflows and real-time operational insights for enterprises.

Cisco unveils two AI-driven editions of Splunk Enterprise Security to streamline SOC operations, boost threat detection, and accelerate incident response globally.

Veeam appoints Doriane Groene as Senior Director to lead and deepen its Microsoft alliance across EMEA, focusing on cloud and AI collaboration.

Hisense secured nine IFA Innovation Awards 2025 across home entertainment, appliances, and design, while extending its FIFA World Cup sponsorship to 2026.

Hisense will extend its FIFA World Cup sponsorship to 2026, unveiling advanced AI tech and RGB-MiniLED TVs for an immersive fan experience across three host nations.

Cato Networks acquires Aim Security to enhance AI security, surpassing USD $300 million annual revenue and raising USD $409 million in Series G funding.

Registrations of UK tech firms with 'AI' in their name have soared 1,321% since ChatGPT's 2022 launch, signalling rapid growth in the AI sector.

Deel launches Business Visas service to simplify short-term international travel, easing HR burdens amid rising global business trips and regulatory changes.

UK credit card balances climbed to an average GBP £1,885 in June as spending rose 4.6%, while payment rates fell, signalling financial strain for many households.

SAP expands its Sovereign Cloud services in Australia and New Zealand, enhancing data control and security for public sector and regulated industries.

Broadcom launches VMware Tanzu Data Intelligence and Tanzu Platform 10.3, enabling unified, low-latency data access and AI integration for enterprises.

Broadcom has made VMware Private AI Services standard in VMware Cloud Foundation 9.0, enhancing private cloud AI capabilities for major global firms.

Gartner forecasts AI PCs will make up 31% of global shipments in 2025, rising to 55% and 143 million units by 2026 amid market uncertainties.

8x8 has extended its partnership with Southampton FC until 2026, enhancing fan engagement through advanced communications and matchday services.