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Data Center Energy Demand Set to Double by 2026
Netherlands, Wednesday, 16 October 2024.
The International Energy Agency forecasts data centers’ electricity consumption to double by 2026, despite efficiency improvements. This surge, driven by AI and digital services, raises concerns about sustainable tech development and energy use in countries like the Netherlands.
Dutch Cybersecurity Alliance: Security Delta and Cybersec Netherlands Join Forces
Netherlands, Tuesday, 15 October 2024.
Security Delta (HSD) and Cybersec Netherlands have formed a strategic partnership to bolster the Netherlands’ cyber resilience. This collaboration aims to address growing digital threats by combining expertise, hosting joint events, and fostering knowledge sharing among cybersecurity professionals.
Dutch-Taiwanese Cybersecurity Alliance Forged at ONE Conference 2024
The Hague, Tuesday, 15 October 2024.
A landmark Memorandum of Understanding was signed between Dutch and Taiwanese organizations at the ONE Conference 2024, aiming to bolster international cybersecurity cooperation. The partnership seeks to foster innovation, promote investment, and explore emerging technologies in cybersecurity, IoT, and AI.
Odido Launches Nationwide 5G Home Internet in the Netherlands
Netherlands, Monday, 14 October 2024.
Odido introduces Klik&Klaar Internet, a revolutionary 5G-based home internet service across the Netherlands. For €25 monthly, customers enjoy speeds up to 300 Mbps without traditional cable or fiber connections. This flexible, self-install solution requires only a power outlet, making it ideal for various locations including caravans and summer homes.
Powerledger Integrates with Solana: Accelerating Clean Energy Innovation
Amsterdam, Monday, 14 October 2024.
Powerledger completes integration with Solana blockchain, enhancing renewable energy trading efficiency. This move enables faster processing and lower costs for tokenizing and trading clean energy assets, positioning Solana as a leader in Regenerative Finance. The dual-chain approach maintains POWR tokens on both Ethereum and Solana ecosystems.
TikTok Pivots to AI: Hundreds of Jobs Cut in Strategic Shift
Amsterdam, Friday, 11 October 2024.
ByteDance, TikTok’s parent company, is laying off hundreds of employees, primarily in Malaysia, as it restructures to focus on AI-powered content moderation. This move reflects TikTok’s growing investment in automated technologies for trust and safety measures.
Booking.com and Airbnb Users Targeted by Sophisticated Crypto Mining Scam
Bratislava, Friday, 11 October 2024.
ESET Research uncovers ‘Telekopye’, a complex fraud network exploiting popular booking platforms to mine cryptocurrencies on victims’ devices. Scammers use compromised hotel accounts to send convincing phishing emails, highlighting a new cybersecurity threat in the travel industry.
Nemesis Secures $1 Million to Enhance Cybersecurity Simulations
Brussels, Friday, 11 October 2024.
Persistent Security Industries raised $1 million for its Breach and Attack Simulation product, Nemesis. Led by former CrowdStrike pioneer Georg Wicherski, this investment aims to accelerate growth, improve R&D, and align with upcoming EU cybersecurity regulations.
Core42 Pioneers Advanced AI Cloud Services in UAE with NVIDIA GPUs
Europe, Friday, 11 October 2024.
Core42 deploys NVIDIA H100 Tensor Core GPUs in the UAE, becoming the first to offer scalable AI compute resources without physical infrastructure. This expansion enhances performance for enterprise-scale generative AI and supports digital transformation in regulated industries.
Tesla's Robotaxi Reveal: A Leap Towards Autonomous Urban Mobility
Hollywood, Friday, 11 October 2024.
Tesla unveils its highly anticipated robotaxi, challenging industry leaders like Waymo and Cruise. The ‘Cybercab’, expected to have two seats and no steering wheel, marks a significant step in Tesla’s vision for the future of transportation, despite regulatory hurdles and skepticism from critics.