As 2025 begins, cloud computing has become a cornerstone of global digital infrastructure, with significant investments flowing into the United States. Amazon, Google, and Microsoft—The Big Three—are expanding their data centers and workforce training to attract developers, enterprises, and governments to their platforms. While North America remains a critical focus, these cloud giants are also increasing their presence in global markets, including key emerging economies.

According to a new report from Arelion, titled “Artificial Intelligence: Opportunity or Threat for Global Networks?,” a staggering 90% of decision makers believe that hackers are more likely to trick AI-based cybersecurity tools than those operated by humans.

Taiwan’s Coast Guard Administration (CGA) is investigating a Chinese-owned freighter Shunxin-39 for allegedly severing a vital undersea communications cable near the island’s northern coast. The incident, reported by Chunghwa Telecom on January 3rd, underscores global concerns about the vulnerability of critical underwater infrastructure.

Four of America’s largest independent local broadcasting groups—E.W. Scripps Company, Gray Media, Inc., Nexstar Media Group, Inc., and Sinclair, Inc.—have come together to form EdgeBeam Wireless, a joint venture created to provide seamless wireless data services to a wide range of businesses and industries across the country.

The telecom industry has long been at the heart of technological innovation, driving progress with advancements such as 4G, 5G, and the Internet of Things (IoT). Yet, as the world continues to evolve at a rapid pace—shaped by digital transformation, sustainability goals, and the demands of a platform economy—the industry finds itself at a crossroads. For Marco Lichtfous, Managing Director of PMP Strategy Luxembourg, the answer is clear: it’s time for telcos to go beyond networks and embrace a new role as solution providers.

Pure Storage announced the expansion of its strategic collaboration with Micron Technology, Inc. to enable the high-capacity and energy-efficient solutions that hyperscalers require using Micron G9 QLC NAND for future DirectFlash^® Module products.

Somos, Inc. has achieved its SOC 2 Type II certification for SomosID, a milestone reinforcing SomosID’s position as a trusted and secure solution in the device security marketplace.

EDGNEX Data Centers by DAMAC, has announced ambitious plans to enter the United States data center market, marking a pivotal step in its global expansion strategy.

Amazon Web Services (AWS) has unveiled plans to invest an estimated USD 11 billion in expanding its infrastructure in Georgia, solidifying the state’s growing reputation as a hub for technology and innovation. The initiative, supported by state and local leaders, is expected to create over 550 high-skilled jobs and drive advancements in cloud computing and artificial intelligence (AI).