Here is IT Digest’s weekly roundup of the top news from global markets. In this fast-paced world, breaking down information helps readers grasp the nuances that follow the news.
In Hardware and Network news this week…
Nokia Introduces MantaRay SON on DOCOMO’s 5G Network
Nokia has announced an agreement to supply its autonomous MantaRay SON to DOCOMO for use in the operator’s multi-vendor LTE and 5G RAN. The deal represents the first deployment in Japan of Nokia’s 5G base station in combination with DOCOMO’s operations framework and is designed to enhance automation, efficiency and customer experience in a large-scale commercial network.
In Cloud Computing & Mobility news this week….
AWS Launches Kiro and MCP (Model Context Protocol) Tools for SQL Server Professionals – A Big Shift for Big Data Operations
Amazon Web Services (AWS) launched Kiro, an AI chat assistant. They also support MCP servers. This is part of the open-source MCP initiative. It aims to help SQL Server pros make database management easier. The new capabilities allow users to operate SQL Server workloads using natural-language commands. DBAs can skip manual SQL tasks. Instead, they can ask Kiro to help. Kiro generates or optimizes queries, analyzes schemas, and produces documentation or diagrams. It also suggests performance optimizations and more.
In FinTech news this week….
HCLTech and AWS Tie-up Poised to Accelerate Fintech & Banking Digital Overhaul
In a strategic move to reshape the future of financial services and FinTech globally, HCLTech has signed a collaboration agreement with AWS to jointly drive “autonomous, AI-powered solutions” and core modernization across banking, wealth management, and insurance. Announced November 25, 2025, the pact seeks to address long-standing challenges for financial institutions such as outdated legacy infrastructure, siloed data and regulatory complexity, while driving an increasing pressure on delivering superior customer experiences with embedded sustainability objectives.
In Cybersecurity news this week….
Clover Security Launches to “Make Software Products Secure by Nature” in the AI Era
Marks the public launch of Clover Security, a pioneering startup aiming to redefine product security for modern, AI-driven software development. With a $36 million funding round backing the move, Clover Security is poised to shift how organizations approach application security from reactive vulnerability scanning to design-led security from the very start.
In Information and Communications news this week…
Xoriant acquires TestDevLab to expand its Europe presence
Xoriant, a ChrysCapital-owned global engineering and technology services company, announced the acquisition of TestDevLab, a Latvia‑headquartered leader in software quality engineering. This is Xoriant’s fourth acquisition in the last 3 years as the company rapidly scales globally with operations in 28 offices across India, the United States, and Europe. TestDevLab’s Baltic and Macedonian delivery centers will further strengthen Xoriant’s European presence with access to top engineering talent and EU innovation ecosystems.
In Artificial intelligence news this week…
Rencore Raises Series A to US$15 Million to Fuel AI Governance Growth and Global Expansion
Rencore announced an extension of its Series A funding round, bringing the total to US$15 million. The additional capital was led by European technology investor Hi Inov, with continued backing from existing investors UVC Partners and Capnamic Ventures.
In Computer Science news this week…
AWS Unveils Glue 5.1 – What It Means for Data Integration and Analytics
AWS Glue, Amazon Web Services’ serverless data integration service, just got a big update. AWS Glue 5.1 is now generally available. This update aims for better performance, enhanced security, and deeper integration with modern data lakes and warehouses. The core engines have been upgraded to Apache Spark 3.5.6, Python 3.11, and Scala 2.12.18, creating a solid foundation for large-scale data workloads. Glue 5.1 adds support for open table formats. It also improves data governance and boosts compliance. This makes it a significant release for analytics-focused businesses.
Article of the Week
The ITIL Framework Explained: How Modern IT Teams Deliver Consistent, Scalable Service Excellence
Modern IT is messy. Systems are fast, complex, and spread across cloud and hybrid environments. Teams have to manage more than ever before. It is easy to get lost in the chaos. That is where the ITIL framework comes in. ITIL is not a methodology you follow step by step. It is a framework that helps organize IT work. It gives structure without being rigid.