Veeam’s latest update introduces support for Proxmox in its backup & replication 12.2 software, enabling immutable VM backups and cross-platform restores. This move makes the open-source virtualization contender a more viable alternative as organizations like Lake Land College reconsider their options due to VMware’s new licensing policies. With enhanced tools, Proxmox and Nutanix emerge as stronger competitors in the virtualization space. Read all
The US data center market has seen explosive growth, doubling in size over the past four years, according to a mid-year JLL report. With 12GW of existing colocation capacity—twice that of 2020—vacancy rates have hit a record low of 3%. Northern Virginia continues to dominate, accounting for nearly half of this expansion. However, Atlanta has emerged as the top market for absorption, surpassing Northern Virginia for the first time. Read all
Dominion Energy warns of extended wait times—up to seven years—for large data centers needing over 100 MW in Virginia’s Data Center Alley. The surge in demand for AI and electrification projects is straining the grid, pushing new connection timelines by an extra one to three years. Existing projects remain unaffected, but future data center developments could see significant delays. Read all
Miss Group, backed by Perwyn, has acquired Norway’s largest domain registrar, Domeneshop, solidifying its dominance in the Nordic region. This strategic move gives Miss Group control over 50% of .no domains, making it the top shared hosting provider in Norway. CEO Mattias Kaneteg views this acquisition as a key step in their global expansion, reinforcing their commitment to delivering top-tier digital services. Read all
Gmail users on Android can now chat with Google’s AI assistant, Gemini, directly in the app. This new feature, Gmail Q&A, lets paid users ask Gemini to summarize emails or find specific details, streamlining inbox management. While Gemini adds convenience, it’s only available to those subscribing to Google’s AI services. More integrations are expected to rise soon, as Google expands Gemini’s reach across its products. Read all
Wipro is joining forces with The John Lewis Partnership (JLP) to overhaul JLP’s legacy IT infrastructure. This initiative is not just about technology – it is also a means of helping an iconic British retailer to build in a changing world. Wipro’s FullStride Cloud team is working with JLP and Google Cloud to move its X86 platform onto the cloud. This will transform JLP operations making them more agile and efficient. Read all
Rackspace Technology has launched Rackspace Lab Services (RLS), a groundbreaking SaaS solution that merges Broadcom’s VMware Lab Platform with Rackspace SDDC Flex. Debuting at VMware Explore 2024, RLS offers customizable, on-demand training and testing environments to accelerate innovation and business growth. By simplifying lab setups, RLS empowers global teams to develop skills and bring new products to market faster, all through a pay-for-use model. Read all
GEICO is ditching VMware for OpenStack to gain more flexibility and cut costs. This move lets the insurer tailor its infrastructure with open-source tools, avoiding the limitations of a single vendor. GEICO is already deep into the transition and is bringing on new talent to drive this shift, offering top salaries for key roles as they reshape their cloud strategy. Read all
Tumblr is about to undergo a significant transformation as Automattic, its parent company, transitions the platform’s backend to WordPress. This move isn’t just technical; it’s strategic. Automattic aims to strengthen Tumblr’s foundation while preserving its unique user experience. Read all
The U.S. Department of Energy is urging the tech industry to rethink AI data centers’ energy use. They suggest creating a center focused on sustainable AI technologies and working with power producers to ease grid pressure. As AI rapidly expands, the DOE highlights the urgent need for innovations to balance energy demand and stabilize the grid. Read all
Nvidia has hit a new milestone, reporting $30 billion in revenue this quarter, driven largely by its data center division, which pulled in an impressive $26.3 billion—a 154% jump from last year. This surge is fueled by strong demand for Nvidia’s Hopper GPUs and anticipation for the upcoming Blackwell GPUs. Read all
