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Earth Day calls for data centre grid reset amid AI surge
Unified Communications

Earth Day calls for data centre grid reset amid AI surge

Grid operators and communities are facing mounting pressure as AI-driven data centre demand strains ageing networks and slows approvals worldwide.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Thu, 23rd Apr 2026
Cognizant launches Gemini Enterprise practice with Google
Unified Communications

Cognizant launches Gemini Enterprise practice with Google

Embedded engineers will help enterprises move generative AI from pilots into production as Cognizant deepens its Google Cloud partnership.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 23rd Apr 2026
Foxit launches PDF editor app inside ChatGPT for users
Storage

Foxit launches PDF editor app inside ChatGPT for users

The add-on aims to cut the manual formatting and checking that still slow AI-made documents before they can be shared.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Apr 2026
Cyber attacks on universities rise 63% around the world
Malware

Cyber attacks on universities rise 63% around the world

Data breaches and hacktivism are driving a sharper threat mix, with universities hit 425 times across 67 countries in a year.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 23rd Apr 2026
SAP & Google Cloud launch multi-agent marketing AI
Data Analytics

SAP & Google Cloud launch multi-agent marketing AI

Joint customers could cut campaign overhead as SAP and Google Cloud tie customer data and AI agents across platforms, with rollout due in 2026.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 23rd Apr 2026
Lineaje survey finds AI code confidence outpaces visibility
Digital Transformation

Lineaje survey finds AI code confidence outpaces visibility

Most firms are still flying blind on AI-generated code, even as 89% say they can secure it and 86% have already adopted it.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 23rd Apr 2026
Payslip & Deloitte boost global payroll transparency
Digital Transformation

Payslip & Deloitte boost global payroll transparency

Stricter EU pay rules are driving multinationals to centralise payroll data, with Payslip now processing 1.3 million payslips a year.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Thu, 23rd Apr 2026
SITA launches managed airport network service with HPE
Firewalls

SITA launches managed airport network service with HPE

Airports could cut downtime and costs as SITA takes over network operations across terminals, hangars and airline centres using HPE technology.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Thu, 23rd Apr 2026
Tech Mahindra posts higher FY26 revenue & record dividend
Firewalls

Tech Mahindra posts higher FY26 revenue & record dividend

Higher margins and a record dividend followed Tech Mahindra’s FY26 as deal wins jumped and profit rose despite a tough macro backdrop.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Apr 2026
Avid & Google Cloud bring AI to media editing tools
Digital Transformation

Avid & Google Cloud bring AI to media editing tools

Editors could save time on logging and archive searches as the tie-up embeds Gemini and Vertex AI into Avid's production software.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Thu, 23rd Apr 2026
Amplitude launches AI assistant for in-product support
Digital Transformation

Amplitude launches AI assistant for in-product support

Users can now get help inside an app as Amplitude ties support to behavioural data, aiming to cut tickets and friction.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 23rd Apr 2026
CodeRabbit launches Slack agent for engineering teams
Unified Communications

CodeRabbit launches Slack agent for engineering teams

Engineering teams can now keep decisions, fixes and costs in one place as CodeRabbit brings its AI agent into Slack.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Apr 2026
One-third of FIFA World Cup partners lack email protection
Gaming

One-third of FIFA World Cup partners lack email protection

Fans face a higher risk of phishing as most FIFA World Cup 2026 partners still lack the strict email checks that block spoofed messages.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Thu, 23rd Apr 2026
Coalition launches standards for greener AI data centres
Smart Cities

Coalition launches standards for greener AI data centres

Rising electricity and water demands from AI facilities are driving a push for common sustainability standards and green finance criteria.

By Shannon Williams • 7 min read • Thu, 23rd Apr 2026
Tata Steel expands Google Cloud AI across global operations
Storage

Tata Steel expands Google Cloud AI across global operations

More than 300 AI agents are now cutting turnaround times, routine HR queries and maintenance delays across the steelmaker’s global operations.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 23rd Apr 2026
SAS & Notilyze aid FairClimateFund carbon tracking
Software-as-a-Service

SAS & Notilyze aid FairClimateFund carbon tracking

Better scrutiny of voluntary carbon credits is pushing FairClimateFund to replace spreadsheets with a platform tracking emissions cuts and household payouts.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Thu, 23rd Apr 2026
Manhattan adds AI agents & fulfilment tools for retailers
Unified Communications

Manhattan adds AI agents & fulfilment tools for retailers

Retailers could speed service and cut fulfilment costs as Manhattan embeds AI agents, real-time checkout tools and simulation into its omni platform.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Apr 2026
Geotab: Now's the time to get a grip on fuel consumption
Supply Chain

Geotab: Now's the time to get a grip on fuel consumption

Fleet operators could save millions by using telematics to curb idling, harsh driving and waste as fuel prices keep climbing.

By Donovan Jackson • 5 min read • Thu, 23rd Apr 2026
CrowdStrike expands Google Cloud security & wins award
Hybrid Cloud

CrowdStrike expands Google Cloud security & wins award

Customers in regulated sectors can now keep security data in-region as CrowdStrike brings real-time cloud threat detection to Google Cloud.

By Mark Tarre • 5 min read • Thu, 23rd Apr 2026