NordVPN is making waves in cybersecurity by integrating post-quantum cryptography into its Linux application—an early but crucial step in adapting to the future threat of quantum computing. While quantum computers capable of breaking today’s encryption are still on the horizon, NordVPN’s proactive move signals a new chapter in consumer VPN security. Read all
MSI has launched a powerful lineup of servers featuring AMD’s EPYC 9005 Series processors. These servers, with up to 192 cores and multi-node configurations, are tailored for AI, cloud-native, and data-intensive workloads. MSI aims to empower data centers to achieve top performance with unparalleled scalability, high memory bandwidth, and energy efficiency. By focusing on performance and sustainability, MSI strengthens its position in the HPC space. Read all
Amazon Web Services (AWS) has secured a $7.2 million contract with the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD). The project, announced on October 7 via SAM.gov, is a Zero Trust pilot aimed at re-engineering the Pentagon Force Protection Agency’s (PFPA) cloud infrastructure. Read all
AI cloud provider CoreWeave has secured a $650 million credit facility led by top financial players, including Goldman Sachs and JPMorgan. With plans to open 28 global data centers by 2024, CoreWeave is accelerating its growth, bringing its total raised to $12.7 billion in just 18 months. The company, valued at $23 billion, is eyeing a potential IPO and continued expansion into the AI cloud space. Read all
The ongoing conflict between WordPress co-creator Matthew Mullenweg and WP Engine has intensified, raising concerns about the future of open-source collaboration. It all began when Mullenweg announced that WordPress.org would fork the “Advanced Custom Fields” (ACF) plugin, rebranding it as “Secure Custom Fields” (SCF) due to alleged security vulnerabilities. Read all
AHEAD, a leading cloud and digital engineering provider, has earned the AWS Healthcare Competency, highlighting its expertise in delivering advanced AWS solutions to healthcare organizations. By leveraging AWS services, AHEAD helps providers modernize electronic health records, enhance data-driven decision-making, and improve patient care. Sharp HealthCare praised AHEAD’s support, calling their partnership “transformative” in navigating a hybrid cloud environment, leading to more efficient, scalable healthcare solutions. Read all
At its recent Google Cloud London Summit, Google set the stage to claim leadership in AI infrastructure investment, positioning itself as the premier platform for AI-driven enterprises. Historically trailing Amazon and Microsoft in cloud revenues, Google is betting on AI as its key differentiator. Read all
LinkedIn’s Freelancer Marketplace has seen significant growth, with 10 million users creating service pages, up 48% in the last year. Service requests have surged 65%, averaging eight per minute. As traditional freelance platforms struggle, LinkedIn’s focus on freelancers drives engagement and boosts premium subscriptions, which are up 51%. With the evolving job market, LinkedIn aims to capture more freelancers seeking flexible work options. Read all
Supermicro has launched a complete liquid cooling solution designed for AI and data center efficiency, offering up to 40% energy savings and 80% space savings. With next-gen GPUs, cold plates, and cutting-edge rack cooling, Supermicro’s solution boosts performance while cutting costs. By delivering 250kW rack-CDUs and modular cooling towers, they promise faster deployments and enhanced computing power for the AI-driven future. Read all
Microsoft’s widely-used Outlook email client is hitting a serious bump in the road, with users across Europe and now the U.S. reporting significant problems. The software giant recently acknowledged issues with its New Outlook desktop app, specifically citing crashes, unreceived emails, and excessive memory consumption. Read all
World Host Group has acquired Nimbus Hosting, adding it to their growing brand portfolio alongside Verpex and Stablepoint. Mike Crook, who played a crucial role in preparing Nimbus for the sale, has now ended his time with the company. Nimbus, known for simplifying web management, will continue thriving under new ownership as Crook begins a new chapter in his career. Transaction details remain undisclosed. Read all
SoftIron has unveiled major updates to its HyperCloud and VM Squared platforms, introducing post-quantum encryption to combat emerging cybersecurity threats. These Q4 2024 releases position both platforms as the first quantum-safe cloud and virtualization solutions, addressing the growing need for secure IT infrastructure in a world increasingly threatened by quantum computing. Read all
Amazon is rolling out Vision-Assisted Package Retrieval (VAPR) technology to its electric delivery fleet, aiming to boost efficiency. The AI-powered system, set to debut in 1,000 Rivian vans by 2025, uses vision-based tech to highlight packages for the current stop, reducing sorting time. Early tests show the system cuts delivery times from five minutes to under a minute per stop. Read all
