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Hitachi Vantara launches VSP One SDS on Google Cloud Marketplace

Thu, 31st Jul 2025
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Hitachi Vantara's VSP One SDS is now available on Google Cloud Marketplace, boosting hybrid cloud storage with unified management and up to 40% cost savings.
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Vertu Motors boosts efficiency with LogicMonitor for IT overhaul

Wed, 30th Jul 2025
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Vertu Motors enhances IT efficiency and customer service across 198 UK dealerships with LogicMonitor's AI-powered platform for unified hybrid infrastructure monitoring.
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Echelon & Iberdrola invest EUR €2 billion in Spanish data centres

Wed, 30th Jul 2025
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Echelon Data Centres and Iberdrola launch a EUR €2bn joint venture to build renewable-powered hyperscale data centres across Spain, starting near Madrid.
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UK retailers warned as critical cyber flaws risk GBP £300 million

Wed, 30th Jul 2025
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Research reveals 80% of UK's top retailers face critical cyber risks, risking disruptions and losses like M&S's GBP £300 million hack impact.
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Ryze creates new brand for Latos amid UK data centre expansion

Tue, 29th Jul 2025
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Ryze has rebranded North East data centre developer Latos, which aims to build 40 UK sites by 2030, focusing on AI-ready, rapid deployment facilities.
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UK flyers prioritise convenience over personal data security at airports

Tue, 29th Jul 2025
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Over half of UK flyers prioritise convenience over data security at airports, despite 59% fearing personal information loss during travel, a new study finds.
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RETN boosts Lithuanian network with high-capacity ring upgrade

Fri, 25th Jul 2025
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RETN has upgraded its Lithuanian network ring, boosting capacity to 500G across key cities and enhancing links to Baltic and major European hubs.
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UK pushes for AI leadership but must unlock unstructured data

Fri, 25th Jul 2025
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OpenAI's UK expansion boosts AI ambitions, but unlocking unstructured data remains vital for the nation's digital and public service advancements.
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European SMEs seek greater control, clarity over data hosting

Thu, 24th Jul 2025
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A survey reveals 57% of European SMEs lack clarity on data location, with many prioritising sovereignty and considering provider changes over US data hosting concerns.
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Automated bots now make up 59% of all traffic to travel sites

Thu, 24th Jul 2025
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Automated bots now comprise 59% of all visits to travel sites, disrupting bookings and inflating prices during peak holiday seasons, says Thales report.
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Kao Data names Clinton Hasell as Chief Business Officer for UK & Europe

Thu, 24th Jul 2025
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Kao Data appoints Clinton Hasell as Chief Business Officer to lead UK and European data centre growth and optimise business operations.
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Ministry of Justice boosts cyber security with Palo Alto Networks

Wed, 23rd Jul 2025
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The UK's Ministry of Justice has strengthened its cyber security with Palo Alto Networks, boosting automated threat resolution by 400% and increasing bandwidth fivefold.
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UK moves to ban ransomware payments for public sector groups

Wed, 23rd Jul 2025
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The UK plans to ban ransomware payments by public sector and critical infrastructure groups to curb rising cyberattacks targeting essential services.
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Vertiv acquires Great Lakes Data Racks for USD $200 million

Tue, 22nd Jul 2025
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Vertiv is set to acquire Great Lakes Data Racks for USD $200 million, enhancing its AI-ready infrastructure solutions in the data centre sector.
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Portugal's data centre sector may add EUR €26.2bn to GDP by 2030

Thu, 17th Jul 2025
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Portugal's data centre sector could boost GDP by EUR €26.2bn and create 48,400 jobs annually by 2030, driven by AI demand and renewable energy advantages.
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EXA Infrastructure unveils new fibre route linking FLAP cities

Thu, 17th Jul 2025
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EXA Infrastructure launches a 1,200 km fibre route, linking London with Frankfurt, Amsterdam and Brussels via the first new North Sea subsea cable in 25 years.
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Climate risks threaten 27% of global data centres by 2050

Sat, 12th Jul 2025
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Climate change threats could place 27% of global data centres at high or moderate risk by 2050, raising insurance costs and risking digital infrastructure.
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DE-CIX welcomes GRASS-MERKUR & IP-Max as premium partners

Thu, 10th Jul 2025
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DE-CIX welcomes GRASS-MERKUR and IP-Max as premium partners, enhancing global interconnection services with exclusive benefits for two years.
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London SMEs lead in digital support as regional gap widens

Thu, 10th Jul 2025
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London SMEs lead in digital support and funding access, while nearly three-quarters of regional firms lack involvement in mentoring and digital initiatives.
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Mansfield Pollard & BladeRoom join forces for green data centre cooling

Thu, 10th Jul 2025
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Mansfield Pollard and BladeRoom partner to advance sustainable cooling solutions for UK and global data centres amid rising AI and high-performance computing demands.