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Study reveals top mobile operators for sustainability 2024
Unified Communications

Study reveals top mobile operators for sustainability 2024

A new study by Juniper Research identifies KDDI, Deutsche Telekom, and Verizon as leaders in sustainable practices among global mobile network operators.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 15th Oct 2024
Sophos unveils new XGS desktop firewalls & software
Firewalls

Sophos unveils new XGS desktop firewalls & software

Sophos has unveiled its new XGS Series desktop firewalls, featuring nine models that double performance while halving energy consumption for SMEs.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Oct 2024
Pure Storage named leader in Gartner Magic Quadrant 2024
Storage

Pure Storage named leader in Gartner Magic Quadrant 2024

Pure Storage has been named a Leader in the 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Primary Storage Platforms, achieving this accolade for the eleventh year running.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 24th Sep 2024
Will EV charging infrastructure ever be fit for purpose?
Cartech

Will EV charging infrastructure ever be fit for purpose?

The UK's EV charging infrastructure is lagging amid shifting phase-out dates for petrol and diesel cars. Will it catch up by 2030?.

By Rolf Bienert • 5 min read • Thu, 12th Sep 2024
Gen AI threatens global decarbonisation efforts, says SAS
Virtualisation

Gen AI threatens global decarbonisation efforts, says SAS

SAS reports that the rapid adoption of Generative AI threatens global decarbonisation efforts unless organisations take greater responsibility for their cloud and data practices.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 6th Sep 2024
Hitachi Vantara & Broadcom unveil cloud solution for AI era
Storage

Hitachi Vantara & Broadcom unveil cloud solution for AI era

Hitachi Vantara and Broadcom have launched a cutting-edge cloud solution to help organisations enhance their AI capabilities and streamline operations.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Tue, 27th Aug 2024
Swiss startup Apheros secures USD $1.85m for DC cooling tech
Hyperscale

Swiss startup Apheros secures USD $1.85m for DC cooling tech

Swiss startup Apheros raises USD $1.85 million in pre-seed funding to advance its innovative metal foam cooling solutions for data centres and high-power computing.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 20th Aug 2024
Building a sustainable infrastructure foundation: Virtualise networking infrastructure
Network Infrastructure

Building a sustainable infrastructure foundation: Virtualise networking infrastructure

Virtualising networking infrastructure is key to sustainability as companies strive to reduce IT carbon emissions. Here's how to optimise network efficiency.

By Direnc Dogruoz and Tobias Schaub • 5 min read • Thu, 8th Aug 2024
Google's AI-driven emissions surge prompts sustainability debate
Quantum Computing

Google's AI-driven emissions surge prompts sustainability debate

Google's carbon emissions have surged nearly 50% due to AI's energy demands, urging industry leaders to seek sustainable solutions like quantum computing.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 1st Aug 2024

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ABB & Oktogrid launch transformer monitoring solution
Unified Communications

ABB & Oktogrid launch transformer monitoring solution

ABB Electrification Service and Oktogrid have unveiled TRAFCOM, a pioneering digital monitoring solution for transformers aimed at modernising power grids.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024
Want to replace coal? Awaken the giant that is Pumped Hydro with technology and the right support
Power / Energy

Want to replace coal? Awaken the giant that is Pumped Hydro with technology and the right support

As the world shifts from coal, pumped hydro emerges as a key player for large-scale energy storage, needing innovation and government support to thrive.

By Rick McElhinney • 3 min read • Mon, 14th Oct 2024
Survey highlights: 83% aware of GenAI, call for eco-transparency
Marketing Technologies

Survey highlights: 83% aware of GenAI, call for eco-transparency

A new survey reveals 83% of UK adults are familiar with GenAI tools like ChatGPT, yet concerns grow over their environmental impact, urging for transparency and regulation.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 1st Oct 2024
UK local councils shift focus to sustainability & cloud tech
Supply Chain

UK local councils shift focus to sustainability & cloud tech

UK local authorities are prioritising sustainability and cloud technology, with 96% increasing cloud use. Cost and skill shortages pose significant challenges.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 30th Sep 2024
Australians embracing 'digital refresh', reveals Samsung study
Power / Energy

Australians embracing 'digital refresh', reveals Samsung study

Samsung research shows 52% of Australians plan digital refreshes this year, with many keen on upgrading devices, but sustainable disposal knowledge remains low.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 26th Sep 2024
Australians embrace AI home devices, prioritise energy efficiency
Power / Energy

Australians embrace AI home devices, prioritise energy efficiency

Samsung's latest report reveals a generational shift in home appliance use, with 75% of Australians valuing AI as an unparalleled innovation.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Mon, 9th Sep 2024
Iceland launches IceCloud for eco-friendly cloud solutions
Disaster Recovery

Iceland launches IceCloud for eco-friendly cloud solutions

IceCloud Integrated Services launches in Iceland, offering renewable energy-powered cloud solutions through a new collaboration.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Aug 2024
IES develops digital twin to aid Stirling & Clackmannanshire
Unified Communications

IES develops digital twin to aid Stirling & Clackmannanshire

Climate tech firm IES unveils a digital twin model for Stirling and Clackmannanshire, aiming to cut carbon emissions by 98% by 2045 via an innovative energy masterplan.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 14th Aug 2024