Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeing unexpected competition from on-premises infrastructure, a shift from its earlier belief that all workloads would eventually move to the cloud. In a recent statement to the UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), AWS admitted that some customers are moving their data back to private data centers. This trend, known as “cloud repatriation,” highlights the need for more control over costs, security, and data. Read all
Serverfarm has entered the Texas market by acquiring two data center campuses in Houston. Supported by Manulife Investment Management, the deal enhances Serverfarm’s U.S. colocation capabilities. These facilities will provide sustainable, scalable infrastructure for hyperscalers, meeting Houston’s growing demand for data center capacity. With a phased development approach, Serverfarm aims to transform Houston into a key hub for digital innovation. Read all
Gcore, a global tech provider, has introduced its cutting-edge Web Application and API Protection (WAAP) platform, blending several layers of security, including AI-powered WAF, DDoS protection, bot management, and API security. This new platform aims to provide comprehensive protection against modern cyber threats, integrating AI for proactive threat detection and prevention. Read all
Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) is partnering with AWS to launch an AI “factory” using powerful Nvidia H100 GPUs via EC2 P5 instances. This move accelerates the bank’s AI capabilities, allowing hyper-personalized services at scale. With Amazon SageMaker and previous experiments in generative AI, CBA aims to transform customer interactions, blending cutting-edge technology with speed and precision—all while ensuring robust data security after past missteps. Read all
BlackRock, Global Infrastructure Partners, Microsoft, and MGX have formed the Global AI Infrastructure Investment Partnership (GAIIP) to invest $30 billion in US data centers. With support from Nvidia, the collaboration aims to address AI’s growing energy demands and ensure sustainable infrastructure expansion. GAIIP’s efforts will help fuel economic growth, create jobs, and power the next generation of AI-driven digital infrastructure. Read all
LinkedIn recently faced backlash for training AI models using user data without timely transparency in updating its privacy policy. U.S. users can opt out of LinkedIn’s “content creation AI models,” but this option doesn’t apply to users in the EU due to stricter data regulations. While LinkedIn has now updated its privacy policy, concerns remain about the delayed disclosure and ethics of collecting data by default for AI training. Read all
Microsoft has released Office LTSC 2024, a perpetual licensed version aimed at government and commercial customers who prefer offline stability. Unlike Microsoft 365, LTSC 2024 skips cloud features like Copilot and Teams, focusing on core apps like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Supported for five years, it may be one of the last standalone Office versions available. Read all
A group of JavaScript luminaries and 2,500+ supporters have called on Oracle to relinquish its control of the JavaScript trademark, arguing that the language should be free from corporate control. The latest push includes plans to file a petition with the USPTO to cancel Oracle’s trademark due to non-use. Developers hope this move will clear confusion and allow JavaScript to continue evolving without legal barriers. Read all
Zayo and RingCentral have partnered to introduce Zayo UC+, an AI-powered unified communications solution that integrates voice, video, messaging, and contact center capabilities into one platform. Designed to boost productivity and streamline workflows, this new offering combines Zayo’s extensive network with RingCentral’s secure, AI-driven features, providing businesses with seamless, scalable communication tools across all channels. Read all
Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Intel have inked a multi-year, multi-billion-dollar deal to co-develop custom AI chips. AWS will leverage Intel’s 18A and Intel 3 technologies to create AI fabric and custom Xeon 6 chips, enhancing cloud and AI services. This partnership deepens a longstanding collaboration, aiming to drive innovation while supporting a sustainable AI supply chain. Read all
Microsoft has launched the second wave of its Copilot initiative, introducing advanced AI tools to enhance productivity. BizChat takes the lead as a centralized hub that collects data from corporate, web, and business sources into one place. Alongside it is Copilot Pages, which transforms AI-generated content into editable and shareable formats, fostering team collaboration. Read all
