All articles by Swagath Bandhakavi
Swagath Bandhakavi
Microsoft unveils ‘European Security Program’ initiative to enhance cyber defences
The new initiative from Redmond focuses on enhancing AI-driven threat intelligence sharing, increasing cybersecurity investments, and expanding partnerships to combat cybercrime.
SAP requests US Supreme Court review of antitrust lawsuit reinstatement
Teradata has alleged that SAPs’ linking its business-planning software to compulsory HANA database purchases undermines fair market competition.
Automated bots make up over one-third of internet traffic, report reveals
Fastly’s report also revealed a notable increase in cyberattacks on the commerce sector, with its share climbing from 15% in Q1 2024 to 31% in Q1 2025.
UK demand for AI skills rises amid global labour market weakness, finds survey
PwC’s 2025 Global AI Jobs Barometer revealed strong demand for AI expertise despite a global decline in job listings, highlighting AI’s impact on employment and skills.
Google allocates $500m for compliance overhaul amid antitrust settlement
Shareholders, including two Michigan pension funds, accused Alphabet’s executives of breaching fiduciary duties by exposing the company to antitrust liabilities.
France offers €410m for Atos’ Advanced Computing unit, excludes Vision AI operations
The Advanced Computing division, encompassing high-performance and quantum computing sectors, is projected to generate around €800m in revenue this year.
US jury sides with Intel in dispute over VLSI patent licensing rights
The decision stems from a 2012 licensing agreement between Intel and Finjan, which the former argued extends to VLSI due to both firms being under the control of Fortress.
Dell Technologies boosts annual profit expectations amid AI server surge
In the first quarter ending on 2 May, Dell reported adjusted earnings of $1.55 per share, with revenue reaching $23.38bn
AI chip demand drives Synopsys’ Q3 revenue forecast beyond expectations
The company’s stock rose 3.8% in after-hours trading, despite reports of a Trump administration directive for US chip software firms to stop sales to Chinese firms.
OpenAI restructuring may lead to future IPO, says CFO
At the Dublin Tech Summit, CFO Sarah Friar outlined OpenAI’s restructuring to transform its for-profit division into a public benefit corporation, aiming to balance shareholder returns with social objectives.