Accenture to Acquire Australian Cybersecurity Firm CyberCX in $650 Million Deal
Accenture announces its largest-ever cybersecurity acquisition, agreeing to buy Australian firm CyberCX for over A$1 billion ($650 million) amid a surge in cyber threats targeting businesses in Australia and globally.
Powerful New AI Models Trigger Selloff in European Adopter Stocks
European AI adopter stocks like SAP, Dassault Systèmes, Sage, and Capgemini tumble as new AI models from OpenAI and Anthropic raise disruption fears. Analysts warn of risks to business models and valuations.
China Exposure and Policy Risks Hit Applied Materials’ Q4 Outlook, Shares Drop Over 14%
Applied Materials’ stock plunges 14.23% after weak Q4 guidance highlights heavy China exposure and U.S. export restrictions. Analysts see long-term potential despite near-term headwinds.
Google to Invest $9 Billion in AI and Cloud Infrastructure Expansion in Oklahoma
Google is investing $9 billion in Oklahoma to build AI and cloud infrastructure, including new data centres in Stillwater and Pryor, plus $1 billion for AI education programs.
Meta AI Policy Document Allowed Romantic Chatbot Conversations with Children, Reuters Finds
A leaked Meta AI policy document allowed chatbots to flirt with children, give false medical advice, and help make racist arguments. Meta says it is revising the rules after a Reuters investigation.
Equinix Strikes Multiple Advanced Nuclear Energy Deals to Power Data Centres
Equinix signs multiple advanced nuclear energy deals, securing over 1GW of power for data centers with Oklo, Radiant Nuclear, ULC-Energy, Stellaria, and Bloom Energy fuel cells.
Oracle and Google Cloud Partner to Bring Gemini AI Models to Oracle Applications
Oracle and Google Cloud partner to bring Gemini AI models to Oracle Cloud and business apps, enabling enterprises to generate text, video, images, and audio with integrated AI tools.
Bitcoin Hits New All-Time High on Fed Rate Cut Bets and Pro-Crypto Policies
Bitcoin hits a new record high in 2025 as Fed rate cut bets, Trump’s pro-crypto policies, and institutional buying fuel a 32% rally. Crypto market cap surges past $4 trillion.
Perplexity AI Makes $34.5 Billion Offer to Buy Google Chrome Browser Amid Antitrust Pressure
AI startup Perplexity has made a $34.5 billion bid to buy Google Chrome as US regulators consider forcing its sale. Here’s what the bold move means for the browser market.
Airtel Africa and Vodacom Sign Infrastructure Sharing Deal to Boost Connectivity in Mozambique, Tanzania, and DRC
Airtel Africa and Vodacom partner to share fibre and tower infrastructure in Mozambique, Tanzania, and DRC, boosting 4G/5G rollout and bridging Africa’s digital divide.
