Peace Talks Uncertain as US and Iran Hold Firm on Rival Conditions

Efforts to end the ongoing conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran remain uncertain, as both sides continue to present sharply different conditions for peace. A reported 15-point proposal from the US, allegedly conveyed to Tehran through Pakistan, has sparked cautious global optimism, but significant disagreements persist. The proposed framework reportedly includes a temporary …

Trump Ally Raises Alarm Over Fragile US Economy as Oil Nears $100 Amid Iran Tensions

An economic warning has been issued by EJ Antoni, who was previously chosen by Donald Trump to lead the Bureau of Labor Statistics. According to Antoni, the United States economy is currently too weak to withstand a sharp rise in oil prices to $100 per barrel, particularly as tensions linked to the Iran conflict continue …

Iran Conflict Raises Fears of Higher Fuel Prices and Slower US Economic Growth

The escalating conflict involving Iran has begun to trigger concerns among economists about possible consequences for the United States economy. Rising fuel prices, financial market volatility and potential disruptions to global oil supply are being closely monitored as tensions in the Middle East intensify. Experts suggest that the overall economic impact will largely depend on …

The business continuity blueprint: moving beyond IT resilience

Disruptions are inevitable. Whether it’s a cyberattack, a sudden system failure, or another unforeseen event, the question isn’t if your business will face one—but how prepared you’ll be when it happens. Imagine this: your systems are down, communication grinds to a halt, and every moment lost deepens the damage to your operations and reputation. Would …

Building Resilience: Why Business Continuity Planning Matters

In recent days, we have witnessed heartbreaking scenes across the country, lives tragically lost, businesses vandalized, and livelihoods shattered during protests aimed at demanding change. These events have left deep scars on communities and individuals alike, serving as a sobering reminder of the fragility of peace, stability, and economic security. This post is not going …

AI and Business Continuity: Don’t Overlook Generative and Agentic Power

Business Continuity and Emerging AI Features In today’s volatile business environment, the ability to maintain continuity during crises has become a fundamental requirement. Global disruptions—ranging from pandemics and supply chain failures to cyberattacks—have shown how fragile operational models can be. As organisations seek ways to build resilience, two technological advancements—Generative AI (GenAI) and Agentic AI—are …

AI Claims on COBOL Modernization Trigger Sharp Sell-Off in IBM Shares

Investor confidence in IBM was shaken after Anthropic suggested that artificial intelligence could significantly simplify the modernization of legacy COBOL systems, raising fears about potential pressure on IBM’s high-margin mainframe services.  The concerns led to a sharp market reaction, with IBM shares falling 13 percent in a single trading session on Monday, marking the company’s …

Renewed US Tariff Volatility Clouds the Global Economic Outlook

Renewed turbulence in US trade policy is once again unsettling global markets, following a Supreme Court ruling that struck down President Donald Trump’s import tariff measures. In response, the president sharply criticised the judges involved and swiftly announced a new global tariff of 10 percent, later signalling that the rate could rise to 15 percent. …

Why Partner with AWS? Five Reasons that Matter

Welcome to Cracking the Black Box, a micro-learning series focused on making the AWS Partner Network feel understandable, approachable, and actually useful. Each episode tackles one foundational question. Today we begin with the most important question of all: Why should a technology company partner with AWS? Many companies considering the AWS Partner Network ask the …

When to Start Scaling Your AWS Partnership: The Foundational 6 Milestones

When to Start Scaling Your AWS Partnership: The Foundational 6 Milestones For a B2B SaaS Independent Software Vendor (ISV) built on AWS, the journey from product inception to market leadership is deeply intertwined with strategic partnerships. While initial traction is vital, true acceleration and sustained growth often hinge on the ability to scale deep collaboration …