Equinix will shutter its “Metal” bare metal infrastructure-as-a-service by June 2026 to refocus on colocation, interconnection, and hyperscale solutions. Launched in 2020 after acquiring Packet, the service aimed to complement Equinix’s data centers but struggled to compete against hyperscale cloud giants. Equinix reassures existing customers of continued support while pivoting to meet soaring demand for data center space fueled by the generative AI boom. Read all
Patmos, the Kansas City-based hosting firm known for its commitment to free speech, has unveiled plans to transform the former Kansas City Star printing press into a cutting-edge data center. The 400,000-square-foot facility at 1601 McGee Street will become a high-density, 100MW colocation center, with the first 5MW going online next month. Read all
Microsoft has paused its November Exchange Server security update rollout after reports of broken transport and data loss prevention (DLP) rules. Some users experienced disrupted email flow, prompting Microsoft to advise uninstalling the patch and awaiting a fix. While Exchange Online remains unaffected, on-premises and hybrid users must stay vigilant. The incident raises concerns about Microsoft’s testing protocols for critical updates in enterprise environments. Read all
Heroku CEO Bob Wise has exited Salesforce after a tenure marked by challenges, including security breaches and the discontinuation of free plans. Wise, previously AWS Kubernetes GM, sought to revitalize Heroku through a public roadmap and developer engagement. As competition in the PaaS sector intensifies, Salesforce has yet to announce his successor, leaving questions about Heroku’s strategy to regain market share. Read all
The FTC is reportedly investigating Microsoft for potential anti-competitive practices in the cloud market. Allegations include restrictive licensing, inflated exit fees, and deliberate incompatibility with rivals. Public complaints about high transfer fees and restrictive contracts have fueled the probe. While the investigation’s future is unclear, its timing could test FTC Chair Lina Khan’s regulatory agenda as political winds shift. Read all
Microsoft Edge, with its AI assistant and sleek design, has steadily evolved into a competitive browser that directly challenges giants like Google Chrome. However, Microsoft’s aggressive efforts to make Edge the default choice for Windows users have reignited a debate about user autonomy and corporate overreach. Read all
Microsoft 365 Copilot users can opt for monthly payments on annual subscriptions starting next month, at a 5% premium. While addressing customer requests for cash-flow-friendly options, Microsoft will still require annual commitments. The change impacts Microsoft 365, Office 365, Windows 365, and more, with further 2025 price hikes on monthly-billed plans, Teams Phone, and Frontline Workers. Read all
IaaS provider Servers.com has launched in a Miami data center, targeting latency-sensitive markets like gaming and fintech. The Miami site enables closer connectivity to South America, where high hardware costs in regions like Brazil pose challenges. Servers.com’s new location enhances access to bare metal options, driven by customer demand for proximity and cost-effective infrastructure. Read all
CoreWeave, a leading AI-focused GPU cloud provider, has raised $650 million from major investors, including Jane Street, Magnetar, and Fidelity, signaling strong market confidence. CEO Mike Intrator highlighted the backing as a testament to CoreWeave’s pivotal role in AI workload management. The company plans 28 global data centers by 2024, with expansion into public markets anticipated in 2025 at a potential $23 billion valuation. Read all
AMD’s new Versal Premium Series Gen 2 adaptive SoC brings unprecedented performance with features like CXL 3.1, PCIe Gen6, and LPDDR5X memory, targeting high-demand sectors from cloud to defense. This SoC pairs seamlessly with AMD EPYC CPUs, boosting data throughput, minimizing latency, and ensuring robust security. Expected in 2026, the platform aims to redefine data center acceleration and memory efficiency for complex applications. Read all
