IBM is bringing its watsonx AI agents to Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, aiming to simplify enterprise workflows through deeper automation. Starting with watsonx Orchestrate, the integration lets businesses deploy and manage AI-driven task handlers across HR and other systems. With Granite models and ESG tools also en route, the move signals a broader strategy to embed AI into regulated, multi-cloud environments. Read all
The web hosting conversation tends to focus on specs, speed, and uptime. But behind the scenes, the geography of servers has become a determinative aspect in how digital infrastructure impacts real-world consequences—from compliance with data protection laws to search ranking and user experience. Read all
Cloudflare is teaming up with major software players and Anthropic’s Claude to unlock AI that acts directly within enterprise tools. Powered by the new MCP protocol, the integration allows AI to perform tasks—like emailing or invoicing—without switching apps. With Cloudflare’s global infrastructure handling latency, security, and scalability, the era of agentic AI quietly managing cross-platform workflows is coming into view. Read all
Orange Tunisia has launched a new Tier III data center in Kalaa Kebira, near Sousse, built entirely with Tunisian expertise. Spanning 1,000 sqm, the facility supports Orange’s services and offers cloud, backup, and continuity solutions to clients. Its debut underscores Tunisia’s rising digital infrastructure and follows the nation’s early 5G rollout, positioning the country as a regional tech hub. Read all
WordCamp Europe is back this June in Basel, and it’s bringing more than just code snippets and keynote slogans. Beneath the tech polish lies something far more honest: a focus on the human complexity behind every plugin, agency project, or failed backup plan. This year’s standout sessions don’t just talk tech—they expose the behind-the-scenes decisions, breakdowns, and lessons that shape real WordPress work. Read all
37signals is preparing to delete its AWS account this summer as it migrates 18PB of data to Pure Storage hardware. Following a $2M annual savings from compute repatriation, the Basecamp maker now expects to cut $1.3M more by ditching S3. With waived egress fees and lower operating costs, the company aims to run fully on-prem—under $1M a year—without hiring extra staff. Read all
Nutanix has moved well beyond its heritage in virtualized infrastructure, introducing Cloud Native AOS—a significant pivot that takes its trusted storage capabilities into the cloud-native arena. The new product, intended for Kubernetes environments on both hyperscalers and bare metal, addresses an urgent need: handling stateful data across broken, hybrid infrastructure without the hypervisor overhead. Read all
Microsoft’s Windows 11 24H2 update has entered full availability, but AVD users are running into a snag. A bug tied to the “App attach” feature fails to launch containerized apps using CimFS images, returning an “Element not found” error. Microsoft recommends switching to VHDX images for now, with a fix not expected until June 2025. Read all
Cloud-native security is entering its gold rush. Dell’Oro Group projects the CNAPP market to grow at 22% CAGR, nearly doubling the pace of public-cloud infrastructure. As Google’s $32B Wiz acquisition heats up the race, CrowdStrike overtakes Palo Alto, and deployment tools soar 48%, analysts say cloud security has become the control plane—not an add-on. Visibility, compliance, and runtime remain top investment magnets Read all
AWS has launched a new Wavelength Zone in Lenexa, Kansas City, embedding cloud infrastructure inside Verizon’s 5G network. This move trims latency by keeping data local—vital for real-time apps and compliance-heavy workloads. As edge computing heats up, AWS’s quiet expansion into the Midwest underscores a broader race to bring compute power closer to users, one city at a time. Read all
Microsoft is now letting partners offer private SaaS deals with custom payment schedules, allowing buyers to align payments with cash flow or seasonal budgets. With up to 70 installments and $100 million in deal value, the model reflects mounting pressure on enterprises to manage tech spending more dynamically—especially as economic volatility and capital allocation challenges reshape purchasing behavior in cloud marketplaces. Read all
