Amazon Web Services has introduced R8i and R8i-flex instances powered by custom Intel Xeon 6 processors, marking a notable push for memory-intensive workloads. With DDR5 7200MT/s memory and up to 384 vCPUs, the new servers target databases, SAP HANA, and big data tools. While AWS offered few details on its Xeon tweaks, the move underscores how hyperscalers are leveraging custom silicon to sharpen performance — and Intel’s foothold in the cloud market. Read all
A new Caylent survey of 300 IT leaders reveals how database migrations remain fraught with risk. Only 6% of projects met timelines without downtime, while nearly half suffered revenue loss from outages exceeding five hours. Cross-cloud moves and on-premises-to-cloud shifts proved especially taxing. Although AI tools show promise in easing these challenges, uncertainty over adoption leaves many enterprises struggling to modernize without disruption. Read all
A newly identified cyber campaign is putting Taiwan’s web hosting providers under pressure, with Cisco Talos researchers warning of a group that seems intent on long-term infiltration rather than quick theft. The group, tracked as UAT-7237, has been active for more than two years and is believed to fall under the wider umbrella of UAT-5918, a cluster tied to several known Chinese advanced persistent threats, including Volt Typhoon and Flax Typhoon. Read all
Limestone Networks has acquired BreezeTech Hosting, Silver Hosting, Snowside Hosting, and NextArray, signaling a decisive leap into VPS and web hosting. Known for its bare metal and cloud services, Limestone now widens its reach to support businesses at every growth stage. The integration gives customers access to a global infrastructure footprint, enhanced support, and a seamless path from shared hosting to enterprise-scale environments. Read all
Singapore’s Ready Server just rolled out a new VPS solution, directly targeting the region’s ongoing struggle with spiking cloud expenses. Basically, this service gives companies across the Asia-Pacific area a more predictable, flexible infrastructure option. You can test, deploy, or scale digital projects freely, without facing the erratic pricing that major cloud platforms impose. The approach streamlines cost optimization while helping businesses maintain operational control. Read all
Meta is anchoring its first South Carolina data center to renewable power through a 100MW solar project in Orangeburg County. Built and operated by Silicon Ranch with Central Electric Power Cooperative, the $100m solar farm will supply energy when both facilities go online in 2027. The AI-optimized data center, spanning 715,000 sq ft, underscores Meta’s strategy of pairing large-scale infrastructure with long-term clean energy commitments. Read all
North America’s data center market is hitting a breaking point as vacancy rates fall to 2.3% and power constraints reshape growth. JLL’s midyear report shows hyperscalers and enterprises now preleasing capacity years in advance, with 73% of projects under construction already spoken for. Rising electricity costs and four-year grid delays push developers toward cheaper markets, confirming a new reality: in today’s digital economy, power is the true currency of infrastructure. Read all
Oracle is integrating OpenAI’s latest GPT-5 model directly into its core database and cloud platforms—think Fusion Cloud Applications, NetSuite, even Oracle Health. This isn’t just a surface-level upgrade. By embedding GPT-5, they’re aiming to wire business data straight into advanced AI reasoning and code generation. The point? Automate routine processes, unlock deeper analytics, and give users more reliable, precise insights right inside the tools they already use. For a company with Oracle’s legacy, putting AI at the center of enterprise workflows shows a pretty calculated move. Read all
At Google Cloud Summit London, Hayete Gallot reassured developers that critical thinking—not coding syntax—will remain their edge in the AI era. While AI assistants reshape workflows, she argued, the craft lies in asking the right questions. Gallot also spotlighted a surge in demand for cloud sovereignty, with customers increasingly pressing for data boundaries, dedicated infrastructures, and even air-gapped systems to keep control firmly in their hands. Read all
BigScoots and Memberful have formed a new partnership that puts membership websites at the center of their combined expertise. When it comes to membership-based platforms, the technical demands go way beyond your average website. We’re talking about environments where latency, uptime, and airtight security aren’t just nice-to-haves—they’re mission-critical. Traditional hosting options? Usually not up to the task. Read all
AWS’s Kiro, the AI-powered coding assistant, is drawing sharp criticism after revised pricing left developers facing steep costs. Once praised for its task-driven efficiency, Kiro now separates “spec” and “vibe” requests, with spec pricing up to five times higher. Users say light coding could run hundreds monthly—far more than rivals like Amazon Q or Windsurf—raising concerns that Kiro’s popularity may falter under its new model. Read all
Contabo has overhauled its Dedicated Server portfolio with simplified configurations, faster provisioning, and stronger price-to-performance value. Highlights include the new Ryzen 12 entry-level server, the EPYC Genoa 24-core for heavier workloads, and free IPMI access across all models. With unlimited traffic, no setup fees, and streamlined deployment, the refresh underscores Contabo’s push to make high-performance infrastructure more accessible to businesses and developers alike. Read all
Hostinger’s established a new data center in Kuala Lumpur, which—let’s be real—is a strategic move for Southeast Asia’s booming digital sector. Closer infrastructure means lower latency, better uptime, and a smoother overall user experience. These days, milliseconds matter. Read all
