The Linux Foundation's recent survey on Open Source and Networking found that open source is driving innovation in the networking industry, particularly with cloud native architectures and AI-driven automation. The survey results were presented by Hilary Carter, SVP of Research at the Linux Foundation, and Arpit Joshipura, GM of Networking, Edge and Access, who stated that open source projects are essential for scalability, security, and interoperability in a software-defined world.
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/global-open-source-networking-survey-reveals-massive-insights-into-cloud-native-adoption-openran-and-domain-specific-ai-priorities-with-over-92-relying-on-open-source-projects-302415263.htmlSlenergy Technology GmbH, with its headquarters in China, operates in over 15 countries, supported by innovative research and development and a commitment to a carbon-free future.
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/slenergy-stellt-fortschrittliches-ci-energiespeichersystem-sl50128ch3-w-vor-und-verbessert-damit-die-globalen-nachhaltigen-energielosungen-302415188.htmlA recent article from PYMNTS News discusses the growing concerns over copyright infringement in the use of generative AI tools. Bill Bon, a lawyer specializing in intellectual property law, notes that companies like Midjourney and Runway AI are creating image generation tools that can produce works similar to those created by human artists. The article cites examples from DeviantArt, where users have reported their work being copied by these AI tools without permission. Getty Images has also taken steps to protect its intellectual property, while Stability AI has faced criticism for not doing enough to prevent copyright infringement. Grant Farhall, a researcher at the University of California, suggests that more regulation is needed to address the issue, as the use of generative AI raises complex questions about ownership and authorship.
https://www.pymnts.com/artificial-intelligence-2/2025/inside-getty-images-genai-transformation-strategy/Apple is preparing its largest healthcare push yet, revamping its app and introducing an AI doctor service. The company is also testing a new M5 iPad Pro for release this year and has scheduled its 2025 developers conference for June. Additionally, Apple has appointed a new global head of retail stores.
https://news.bloomberglaw.com/artificial-intelligence/apple-readies-big-health-push-with-ai-doctor-service-power-onThe global Electronic Design Automation (EDA) market is expected to grow from $8.96 billion in 2023 to $17.47 billion by 2030, driven by the increasing complexity of IC designs and the adoption of connected devices. The aerospace and defense sectors are also driving growth due to the demand for EDA solutions. Cloud-based EDA solutions are gaining traction as companies seek cost-effective alternatives, with remote access to design tools and real-time collaboration accelerating adoption among small and mid-sized enterprises.
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/electronic-design-automation-market-to-reach-17-47-billion-by-2030--growing-at-a-cagr-of-10-7--exclusive-report-by-meticulous-research-302415695.htmlThe tech industry is experiencing a surge in demand for AI-optimized infrastructure and small business server solutions, driven by growing investments from hyperscalers, cloud service providers, and governments worldwide. Companies like Hewlett Packard Enterprise, Lenovo, and IEIT Systems have reported significant revenue growth exceeding 50% year-over-year. Cloud service providers accounted for nearly half of all server sales in Q4 2024, with ODM Direct generating $36.57 billion in revenue, a 155.5% increase from the previous year. This trend reflects organizations' migration to cloud computing and AI-powered infrastructure, driven by concerns over energy consumption in datacenters.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/global-server-sales-almost-doubled-in-q4-with-annual-run-rate-likely-to-smash-usd300-billion-in-2025Retym, a chip startup based in San Francisco, has raised $75 million in funding as part of a total of $180 million to develop networking chips for artificial intelligence computing in data centers. The company's first chip will be designed to move data over distances of 30-40 kilometers and uses a modulation technique to prevent data corruption. Retym is using Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co.'s five nanometer manufacturing process and plans to bring its product to market this year, with the goal of solving a bottleneck in data centers dominated by Marvell Technology.
https://channelnewsasia.com/business/chip-startup-retym-raises-75-million-build-chip-will-ai-connect-data-centers-5035226Retym, a chip startup based in the US, has raised $75 million in funding as part of a total of $180 million, with plans to use it for developing networking chips for artificial intelligence computing in data centers. The company's first chip will help solve a bottleneck in data centers by enabling faster data transfer over longer distances, using a modulation technique to prevent corruption. Retym is working with Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. and has received funding from Spark Capital, with CEO Sachin Gandhi stating that the goal is to build coherent DSP chips for next-generation AI infrastructure and cloud deployment.
https://www.thestar.com.my/tech/tech-news/2025/03/31/chip-startup-retym-raises-75-million-to-build-chip-that-will-ai-connect-data-centersAccording to new research by Asana, two-thirds (67%) of UK companies are struggling to scale AI usage across their organizations. Senior leaders are more likely to adopt AI than employees, with managers being 66% more likely to use it weekly. However, there is a significant gap in job security concerns between leaders and regular workers, with employees being 39% more sceptical. Only 23% of companies track employee satisfaction with AI, while 59% focus on financial ROI. Asana suggests that businesses should assess how their teams work together before deploying AI to unlock its full potential for team collaboration.
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