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Ricoh named Leader in IDC high-speed inkjet ranking

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Ricoh secures Leader status in IDC's 2025 high-speed inkjet ranking for a third year, praised for innovation, reliability and service.
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Ricoh again named Leader in IDC high-speed inkjet study

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Ricoh has secured Leader status for the third time in IDC's global high-speed inkjet MarketScape, citing innovation, service and reliability.
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Firms pour billions into AI but struggle to scale value

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Firms spent USD $252 billion on AI in 2024, yet only 4% report repeatable, scalable value as governance and skills gaps hold back returns.
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Brivo unveils 2026 cloud video surveillance trends report

Thu, 29th Jan 2026
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Brivo's 2026 cloud video trends report predicts AI-by-default surveillance, stricter privacy rules and a tipping point for enterprise cloud.
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DayOne plans major 560 MW data centre near Helsinki

Thu, 22nd Jan 2026
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DayOne eyes 560 MW data centre near Helsinki in Nurmijärvi, promising up to 1,000 construction jobs and 700 long-term skilled roles.
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Cloud security firms, Brivo & Eagle Eye, form AI security giant

Thu, 8th Jan 2026
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Brivo and Eagle Eye Networks will merge under the Brivo name to create what they claim is the world's largest AI cloud security platform.
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Oracle brings AI-powered database to AWS with wider partner reach

Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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Oracle expands Oracle Database@AWS with AI-powered features and a new partner programme, broadening enterprise access through AWS channels globally.
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Digital Realty & Vultr launch global GPU AI infrastructure

Thu, 28th Aug 2025
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Digital Realty and Vultr partner to provide GPU-powered AI infrastructure across global data hubs, enhancing enterprise AI deployment and compliance.
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Climate risks threaten 27% of global data centres by 2050

Sat, 12th Jul 2025
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Climate change threats could place 27% of global data centres at high or moderate risk by 2050, raising insurance costs and risking digital infrastructure.
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Gartner outlines six key trends shaping global cloud adoption

Tue, 13th May 2025
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Gartner forecasts that by 2029, AI will consume 50% of cloud resources and digital sovereignty and sustainability will reshape global cloud strategies.
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Ricoh achieves first EcoVadis Platinum sustainability rating

Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
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Ricoh has secured a Platinum sustainability rating from EcoVadis, ranking in the top 1% globally, following a decade of Gold standards.
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Broadcom to host VMware Explore 2025 in Las Vegas & beyond

Tue, 25th Mar 2025
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Broadcom has unveiled VMware Explore 2025, an event for IT professionals, debuting in Las Vegas on 25 August before expanding to cities worldwide.
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VMware Explore 2025 expands with global on tour series & new passes

Tue, 18th Mar 2025
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Broadcom's VMware Explore 2025 returns to Las Vegas, expanding globally with a new series visiting cities including Sydney, London, and Tokyo.