Netgear introduces Orbi Pro wifi SXK50 mesh systems for SMBs
Netgear launches a new range of products in its Orbi Plus portfolio of wifi mesh systems during CES 2022. According to Netgear, the Orbi Pro SXK50 series is especially suitable for SMEs.
The new Orbi Pro SXK50 portfolio consists of Netgear's new AX5400 wifi mesh models. The systems are positione... Read more
‘Chip makers fight over staff worldwide’
Major chip manufacturers face a global shortage of qualified, university-educated personnel. According to the Wall Street Journal, most major manufacturers are scrambling for employees to man the increase in mega-factories under construction.
Suppliers such as ASML and Intel, Samsung and TSMC ar... Read more
US telecom providers delay 5G deployment after all
US telco operators AT&T and Verizon Communications have decided to postpone the deployment of 5G in the C-band frequencies for the time being. Earlier, both telecom operators refused delays requested by the US government, stating delays would equal destruction of capital.
Both telecom operat... Read more
Blackbaud Acquires Everfi for $750 million
The acquired company is a leading SaaS provider supporting Corporate ESG and CSR initiatives
Blackbaud this week announced it has acquired EVERFI in a cash and stock transaction for approximately $750 million, subject to certain customary adjustments.
Blackbaud provides cloud software se... Read more
ASML reports fire at its Berlin factory
A possible interruption in supply could worsen the effects of the global chip shortage.
ASML on Monday said there has been a fire at a factory it owns in Berlin, Germany, according to a report by Reuters.
The Eindoven, the Netherlands based company was quick to confirm that no one was injure... Read more
Samsung presents High Resolution Monitor S8 at CES 2022
Samsung announces the High Resolution Monitor S8. The model will be presented in full at CES 2022.
The High Resolution Monitor S8 (named S80PB) comes in two versions: 27- or 32-inch. As is inherent to the series, Samsung promises relatively high resolutions for the models' screen sizes. The exac... Read more
U.S. requests delay of 5G deployment, telcos refuse to cooperate
American telecoms companies AT&T and Verizon Communication set out to prevent delays in launching new 5G services in the C-band spectrum. In doing so, both telecom operators deny requests from the U.S. Department of Transportation and Federal Aviation Administration to postpone deployment for m... Read more
Ransomware attack forces Portuguese media group Impresa offline
The attack is one of the most serious in that country's history
The Lapsus$ ransomware gang has compromised the infrastructure of Impresa, the largest media conglomerate in Portugal. Impresa owns SIC TV channel, and Expresso newspaper, among other leading media, like several magaz... Read more
Huawei warns that it will see “serious challenges” in 2022
The tech giant is worried about growing deglobalisation and the "politicisation of technology"
The US sanctions have hit Huawei hard and the company has warned that it will see "serious challenges" in 2022 amid "politicisation of technology", and further "deglobalisation". The Chinese conglomera... Read more
Apple plans to unveil the biggest MacBook Air redesign this year
MacBook Air is the thinnest and lightest device in the iPhone maker’s lineup. It has grown in popularity among students across the world, who feel the price tag is approachable. In 2021, Apple updated the MacBook Air with the Apple M1 chip to enhance battery life and general performance.
Bloom... Read more