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Google, VNG and Vietnam National University Launch Applied AI Lab in Vietnam to Boost Innovation

Google and VNG Launch New AI Lab in Vietnam

May 2026 | AI & Innovation News | Vietnam – Google, VNG Corporation, and Vietnam National University Ho Chi Minh City have announced the launch of a new Applied AI Lab in Vietnam, in collaboration with the Saigon AI Hub. The initiative, unveiled on May 4, marks a significant step in strengthening Vietnam’s artificial intelligence … Read more

Cognizant to Acquire Astreya to Strengthen AI Infrastructure Capabilities

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April 2026 | AI, Cloud & Enterprise Technology News – Cognizant has announced a definitive agreement to acquire Astreya, a global AI-first IT managed services and solutions provider headquartered in San Jose, California. The financial details of the deal have not been disclosed. The acquisition is expected to significantly enhance Cognizant’s AI infrastructure capabilities and … Read more

NielsenIQ Partners with INTAGE HOLDINGS Inc. to Deliver Global & Japan Retail Insights

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April 2026 | Global Retail Data & Market Intelligence News – NielsenIQ and INTAGE HOLDINGS Inc. have announced a strategic sales partnership aimed at integrating retail data and consumer insights across Japan and global markets. The collaboration is designed to help businesses gain a more connected view of consumer behavior, enabling better decision-making and cross-market … Read more

Cox Automotive Acquires Fullpath to Strengthen AI-Powered Retail Platform

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April 2026 | Global Automotive Tech & AI M&A News – Cox Automotive, the world’s largest automotive services and technology provider, has announced the acquisition of Fullpath, a Jerusalem-based company specializing in AI-driven customer data and marketing solutions. While the financial details of the deal have not been officially disclosed, industry estimates suggest the acquisition … Read more

Cyera Acquires Ryft in Deal Estimated at $100–$130 Million

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April 2026 | Global AI, Cybersecurity & Startup M&A News – Cyera has acquired Israeli startup Ryft, a fast-rising player in AI-driven data management and security. While the companies have not officially disclosed the deal value, industry estimates place it between $100 million and $130 million, marking a significant outcome for the early-stage startup. Strategic … Read more

PrimeInvestor Raises ₹19.5 Crore from Rainmatter to Scale PMS Business

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April 2026 | India WealthTech & Startup Funding News – PrimeInvestor, a fast-growing wealth-tech platform, has raised ₹19.5 crore (approximately $2 million) in its first external funding round, led by Rainmatter. The company plans to use the funds to expand its newly launched Portfolio Management Services (PMS) and strengthen its position in India’s evolving wealth … Read more

Meta Layoffs 2026: Meta Plans to Cut 8,000 Jobs Amid AI Push and Cost Restructuring

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Meta layoffs 2026: Meta Platforms Inc., the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, is reportedly preparing for another major round of job cuts. The company may lay off nearly 8,000 employees by next month, signaling a deeper shift toward efficiency and AI-led growth. This move aligns with CEO Mark Zuckerberg’s ongoing strategy dubbed the … Read more

AEON360 and Google Cloud Join Hands to Build AI-Powered Retail Ecosystem in Southeast Asia

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AEON360 has entered into a long-term strategic partnership with Google Cloud to develop a next-generation “continuous commerce” ecosystem, aimed at delivering seamless and personalized customer experiences across retail, finance, and lifestyle services. The collaboration marks a significant step in AEON360’s digital transformation strategy across Southeast Asia. What is “Continuous Commerce”? The concept of continuous commerce … Read more

Vanguard Expands India GCC in Hyderabad, Shifts to In-House Tech and AI Capabilities

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Global investment giant Vanguard is significantly expanding its presence in India, signaling a strategic shift toward in-house technology development and AI-driven innovation. After launching its first India-based Global Capability Center (GCC) in Hyderabad in late 2025, the company has already onboarded over 550 professionals and is aiming to reach 1,000 employees by the end of … Read more

Meta Signs $21 Billion Deal with CoreWeave to Secure AI Computing Capacity Through 2032

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Meta has announced a major expansion of its partnership with CoreWeave, committing approximately $21 billion to secure AI computing capacity over the long term. The agreement, which extends through late 2032, is part of Meta’s broader strategy to scale its artificial intelligence infrastructure and meet rising demand for compute power. Long-Term AI Infrastructure Deal The … Read more

Agentic AI in Healthcare: From $1.45 Billion to $19.71 Billion — The Definitive Shift From Insight to Execution

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Agentic AI in Healthcare: From $1.45B to $19.71B — The Shift From Insight to Execution | Entrepreneur News Network Entrepreneur News Network Home Technology Healthcare Agentic AI Research Agentic AI · Healthcare Technology April 8, 2026 Deep Research Report · Digital Health · AI Automation Agentic AI in Healthcare: From $1.45 Billion to $19.71 Billion … Read more

H2LooP Raises $2 Million to Build AI Tools for Embedded Systems and DeepTech Innovation

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H2LooP, a Bengaluru-based deeptech startup, has raised $2 million (approximately ₹18.6 crore) in a seed funding round co-led by Speciale Invest and 3one4 Capital. The funding will help the company expand its AI-driven solutions into high-complexity industries such as data centres, UAVs, and robotics. Funding to Accelerate DeepTech Expansion H2LooP plans to utilise the fresh … Read more

Solstice Data Inks ₹52,600 Crore MoU to Set Up AI-Powered Data Centre in Kerala

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Published: March 15, 2026 | By ENN Bureau – As per media reports, the Dubai-headquartered firm will develop a high-performance computing facility at KINFRA Industrial Park in Kannur In a significant boost to Kerala’s digital infrastructure ambitions, Dubai-based AI data centre company Solstice Data has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Kerala Industrial … Read more

Capgemini to Acquire Piterion to Strengthen Digital Manufacturing

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Global technology services company Capgemini has announced an agreement to acquire Piterion, a Germany-based specialist in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and Manufacturing Operations Management (MOM) solutions. The strategic move is aimed at strengthening Capgemini’s capabilities in digital manufacturing and helping global enterprises modernize complex engineering and production systems. The deal, announced on March 9, 2026, … Read more

Nitro Commerce Acquires Zodiac Labs AI

Nitro Commerce

Enterprise technology startup Nitro Commerce has acquired Zodiac Labs AI, a Gurugram-based artificial intelligence startup, in a strategic move aimed at strengthening its analytics and automation capabilities for India’s rapidly growing quick commerce sector. The acquisition comes shortly after Nitro Commerce secured fresh funding to scale its technology platform and expand its product offerings. While … Read more

AI Growth Is Leaving Billions Offline, Huawei Says at Global Forum in Barcelona

Huawei Highlights Digital Inclusion and Conservation Tech as AI Use Accelerates

Ahead of Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2026, Huawei brought together policymakers, technology partners, and global media in Barcelona to address a critical challenge shaping the future of artificial intelligence: the widening digital divide. During a two-day forum held on March 1–2 at the Leonardo Royal Hotel Barcelona Fira, Huawei leaders and global organizations discussed the … Read more

Splose Raises $46 Million in Landmark Series A, Becomes South Australia’s Biggest SaaS Funding Story

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Adelaide-based allied health software company Splose has secured $46 million in Series A funding, marking the largest venture funding round ever raised by a South Australian SaaS startup. The round was led by US-based growth equity firm Spectrum Equity, with participation from Athletic Ventures, an investment group backed by professional sports stars. While the company … Read more

KKR and Singtel Near S$13 Billion Deal for ST Telemedia Global Data Centres

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February 2, 2026: A consortium led by KKR is close to finalising a major acquisition of ST Telemedia Global Data Centres in a transaction that could value the company at more than S$13 billion ($10.22 billion), as reported by Reuters, citing a report from The Wall Street Journal. According to the report, KKR is pursuing … Read more

Nvidia’s $100 Billion OpenAI Investment Plan Faces Internal Doubts, Deal Under Review

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In a development that could reshape the artificial intelligence hardware and software ecosystem, Nvidia has reportedly paused its ambitious plan to invest up to $100 billion in OpenAI, according to a report by The Wall Street Journal. The original proposal, announced in September, was designed to deepen the strategic relationship between the world’s leading AI … Read more

NTT DATA Signs Strategic Collaboration Agreement with AWS to Accelerate Enterprise Cloud and Agentic AI Adoption

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Mumbai, January 30, 2026: NTT DATA, a global leader in AI, digital business, and technology services, has announced a multi-year Strategic Collaboration Agreement (SCA) with Amazon Web Services to help enterprises modernise legacy systems, responsibly adopt agentic AI, and scale cloud-led innovation across industries. The collaboration combines NTT DATA’s strengths in cloud transformation, cloud-native modernisation, … Read more