Industrial Computing News

Johannesburg’s Energy Transition Accelerates with Gas Network Overhaul and Hybrid Solutions

Johannesburg’s energy landscape is evolving through Egoli Gas’s planned transition to methane-rich gas by 2028. The company reports minimal customer disruption expected while hybrid energy solutions gain traction in commercial applications like Rosebank Mall.

Gas Network Transition Advances Johannesburg’s Energy Evolution

Natural gas provider Egoli Gas is reportedly collaborating with energy company Sasol to ensure a seamless transition to methane-rich gas (MRG) by 2028, marking what analysts suggest is a significant milestone in Johannesburg‘s energy landscape transformation. According to reports, the transition will require only minimal technical adjustments for most customers while maintaining supply continuity.

by Henry BlakemoreOctober 17, 2025

Business Economy

India’s Bankruptcy Reforms Face Implementation Hurdles as Recovery Rates Lag

India’s landmark bankruptcy reforms face significant implementation challenges nearly a decade after their introduction. Reports indicate 78% of ongoing insolvency cases exceed the 270-day deadline while recovery rates remain modest at 32%. Judicial delays and infrastructure limitations continue to hamper the system’s effectiveness despite recent government proposals for reform.

India’s Bankruptcy Reform Struggles With Implementation Challenges

India’s ambitious insolvency reforms, introduced in 2016 to transform what was once described as a “defaulter’s paradise,” are facing significant operational hurdles according to recent analyses. The system that promised to resolve bankruptcies within 270 days and dramatically improve recovery rates for creditors continues to struggle with delays and modest outcomes nearly a decade after implementation.

by Henry BlakemoreOctober 17, 2025

Software Technology

Microsoft Rolls Out Voice-Controlled Copilot AI Assistant for Windows 11

Windows 11 users can now activate an AI assistant by saying “Hey, Copilot” and access screen analysis features through Copilot Vision. The update includes agentic AI capabilities that perform multi-step tasks based on natural language commands. These enhancements represent Microsoft’s push toward making every Windows 11 PC an AI-powered device.

Voice-Activated AI Assistant Comes to Windows 11

Microsoft has begun rolling out significant artificial intelligence enhancements to Windows 11, according to reports from the company’s official channels. The Redmond-based tech giant is introducing a voice-controlled virtual assistant named Copilot that responds to the hotword “Hey, Copilot” and can be dismissed with the phrase “Goodbye.” Sources indicate this represents a major step forward in how users interact with their desktop operating systems.

by Nathan CrossOctober 17, 2025

Gaming Hardware

Microsoft Enters Handheld Gaming Market with ROG Xbox Ally Devices Featuring AI Assistant

Microsoft has officially entered the handheld gaming PC market with the ROG Xbox Ally and Ally X devices. The new consoles feature AI-driven gameplay assistance and promise console-grade gaming on the go, according to company announcements.

Microsoft’s Handheld Gaming Entry

Microsoft has formally entered the competitive handheld gaming console market with the launch of ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X devices, according to reports from the company. Developed in partnership with ASUS and AMD, the handhelds aim to deliver PC- and console-grade gaming in a portable form factor, sources indicate.

by Henry BlakemoreOctober 17, 2025

AI Infrastructure

Australian AI Cloud Firm Firmus Expands Nationwide with CDC Data Centres Partnership

Australian AI cloud company Firmus is expanding its GPU infrastructure across mainland Australia through a strategic partnership with CDC Data Centres. The collaboration, known as Project Southgate, represents an initial AU$4.5 billion investment that could scale to AU$73.3 billion by 2028. The expansion will feature Nvidia’s latest GB300 GPUs and utilize CDC’s proprietary LiquidCore cooling technology.

Major AI Infrastructure Expansion Across Australia

Australian cloud computing specialist Firmus has announced a strategic partnership with CDC Data Centres to expand its AI infrastructure across mainland Australia, according to company reports. The collaboration, known as Project Southgate, represents what analysts suggest could become one of Australia’s most significant data center developments, with deployments planned in Sydney, Canberra, Melbourne, and Perth alongside existing operations in Tasmania.

by Henry BlakemoreOctober 17, 2025

Innovation Science

UK Approves First HIV Prevention Injection in Major Public Health Breakthrough

Health officials have approved the first injection to prevent HIV transmission, marking a significant advancement in public health. The long-acting treatment offers an alternative for people who struggle with daily pill regimens, according to government announcements.

Groundbreaking HIV Prevention Injection Receives Approval

Health officials have approved the first injection for HIV prevention in what Wes Streeting, the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, described as a “game-changing” development for public health. According to reports, the injection provides an alternative to daily oral PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis) medications that have been available for years but present challenges for some populations.

by Henry BlakemoreOctober 17, 2025October 22, 2025