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Author: Olivier Blanchard

Could Quantum-Resistant Printers Be the Next IT Procurement Standard?
Olivier Blanchard
Olivier Blanchard

Could Quantum-Resistant Printers Be the Next IT Procurement Standard?

HP’s New 8000 Series Launch Sets Security Expectations Ahead of 2027 Compliance Deadlines
Olivier Blanchard, Research Director at The Futurum Group, examines HP’s quantum-resistant 8000 Series printers and the implications for IT leaders preparing for post-quantum security mandates.
HP’s New EliteBook Series Brings AI to the Forefront of Business Laptops
Olivier Blanchard
Olivier Blanchard

HP’s New EliteBook Series Brings AI to the Forefront of Business Laptops

HP Launches EliteBook Ultra G1i, EliteBook X G1i, EliteBook X Flip G1i, and EliteBook X G1a with AI-Driven NPUs, 3K OLED Display, and Enhanced Security
Olivier Blanchard, Research Director at The Futurum Group, explores HP’s new EliteBook series and how AI-driven NPUs, premium displays, and enterprise security position these business laptops in a competitive market.
Coherent Introduces 793nm Pump Laser Diode Solidifies Company's Integration Strategy
Olivier Blanchard
Olivier Blanchard

Coherent Introduces 793nm Pump Laser Diode Solidifies Company’s Integration Strategy

The 28W 793nm Pump Laser Diode Offers High Polarization Purity, Enhancing Thulium Fiber Laser Efficiency in Medical and Industrial Applications
Olivier Blanchard, Research Director at The Futurum Group, analyzes Coherent’s 793nm pump laser diode, a breakthrough in Thulium fiber laser efficiency.
Why Apple’s $7B Modem Exit Won’t Damage Qualcomm - Report Summary
Olivier Blanchard
Olivier Blanchard

Why Apple’s $7B Modem Exit Won’t Damage Qualcomm – Report Summary

Olivier Blanchard, Research Director at The Futurum Group, shares his insights on the likely revenue impact of Apple moving to equip iPhones with its own in-house cellular modems on Qualcomm as early as 2027 and why Qualcomm’s diversification strategy should easily absorb the blow.
Apple Pushes AI and Performance with New MacBook Air and Mac Studio
Olivier Blanchard
Olivier Blanchard

Apple Pushes AI and Performance with New MacBook Air and Mac Studio

Apple Updates Its Bestselling Laptop and Pro Desktop with M4 and M3 Ultra Chips
Olivier Blanchard, Research Director at The Futurum Group, breaks down Apple's MacBook Air and Mac Studio updates. With the M4 and M3 Ultra chips, plus a price cut and AI upgrades, how will these changes impact Apple’s market position?
Samsara Q4 FY 2025 Earnings: Understanding Market Reactions
Olivier Blanchard
Olivier Blanchard

Samsara’s Post-Earnings Drop: Understanding Market Reactions

Strong ARR and Margin Expansion, but Investor Concerns Over CapEx and AI-Driven Shifts Remain
Olivier Blanchard, Research Director at The Futurum Group, shares insights on Samsara’s strong Q4 FY 2025 earnings, the 11% stock drop, and key investor concerns over CapEx slowdowns and AI-driven edge computing. How will these factors shape Samsara’s growth?
Google’s March Pixel Drop Brings AI Security, Health, and Connectivity Upgrades
Olivier Blanchard
Olivier Blanchard

Google’s March Pixel Drop Brings AI Security, Health, and Connectivity Upgrades

Google’s Latest Pixel Update Brings AI-Driven Scam Detection, Live Video Capabilities in Gemini Live, and Expanded Health and Safety Features to Pixel Devices
Olivier Blanchard, Research Director at The Futurum Group, examines Google’s March Pixel Drop, highlighting AI-powered Scam Detection, Gemini Live’s updates, Pixel Watch 3’s health tracking, and Satellite SOS expansion.
Why the Loss of Apple as a Modem Customer Might Not Even Make Qualcomm Flinch
Olivier Blanchard
Olivier Blanchard

Why the Loss of Apple as a Modem Customer Might Not Even Make Qualcomm Flinch

Olivier Blanchard, Research Director at The Futurum Group, shares his insights on the likely revenue impact of Apple moving to equip iPhones with its own in-house cellular modems on Qualcomm as early as 2027 and why Qualcomm’s diversification strategy should easily absorb the blow.
Qualcomm’s X85 5G Modem Sets New AI-Powered Speed and Efficiency Benchmark
Olivier Blanchard
Olivier Blanchard

Qualcomm’s X85 5G Modem Sets New AI-Powered Speed and Efficiency Benchmark

Qualcomm’s Latest 5G Modem Features AI-Driven Optimization, Delivering 12.5 Gbps Speeds, Enhanced Power Efficiency, and Connectivity for Smartphones, PCs, and IoT Devices
Olivier Blanchard, Research Director at The Futurum Group, examines how Qualcomm’s X85 5G Modem-RF advances AI-driven 5G, delivering faster speeds, better efficiency, and improved connectivity for smartphones, PCs, and IoT.
Radeon RX 9000 Series Launch: AMD Focuses on AI and Raytracing
Olivier Blanchard
Olivier Blanchard

Radeon RX 9000 Series Launch: AMD Focuses on AI and Raytracing

AMD Unveils Radeon RX 9000 Series Graphics Cards, Bringing AI Acceleration and Next-Gen Raytracing to Enthusiast Gamers
Olivier Blanchard, Research Director with The Futurum Group, analyzes AMD’s Radeon RX 9000 Series launch, highlighting RDNA 4 advancements, AI acceleration, enhanced raytracing, and FSR 4 upscaling.
Dell Q4 FY 2025 Earnings Show Strong AI Momentum, ISG Revenue Up 22% YoY
Olivier Blanchard
Olivier Blanchard

Dell Q4 FY 2025 Earnings Show Strong AI Momentum, ISG Revenue Up 22% YoY

Dell’s Q4 FY 2025 Results Show Strong AI Infrastructure Demand, Boosting ISG Growth While CSG Continues to Face Softness in Consumer Sales
Olivier Blanchard, Research Director at The Futurum Group, analyzes Dell’s Q4 FY 2025 earnings, highlighting record AI-driven ISG growth, a $9 billion AI backlog, and CSG challenges. With AI server demand surging, execution remains key in FY 2026.
HP Q1 FY 2025: Commercial PCs Fuel Growth, While Printing Struggles Against Market Pressures
Olivier Blanchard
Olivier Blanchard

HP Q1 FY 2025: Commercial PCs Fuel Growth, While Printing Struggles Against Market Pressures

Commercial PC Momentum and AI PC Demand Drive HP’s Q1 FY 2025 Revenue Growth, Offset by Weak Consumer PC Sales and Soft Printing Demand
Olivier Blanchard, Research Director with The Futurum Group, analyzes HP’s Q1 FY 2025 earnings, exploring how AI PC adoption and commercial demand are driving growth, while rising costs, tariffs, and supply chain shifts challenge profitability.
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