What is cloud bursting?
Cloud bursting is an application deployment technique in which an application running in a private cloud or data center bursts its extra workload to a public cloud when the demand for…
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What is confidential computing?
Confidential computing is a concept in which encrypted data can be processed in memory to limit access to protect data in use. It is especially suitable for public clouds.Confidential…
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Oracle adds xAI Grok models to OCI
The move is customer-focused, as the tech giant aims to offer the models for applications such as content generation, research and business process automation.The move is customer-focused, as…
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Fine-tune your storage-as-a-service approach
Method of delivery, service levels, data protection and upgrade schedules can be differentiators for how well storage as a service works for your organization.Method of delivery, service…
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Global cloud spending might be booming, but AWS is trailing Microsoft and Google
AWS might be the industry leader by market share, but sluggish growth in Q1 was eclipsed by Microsoft and GoogleAWS might be the industry leader by market share, but sluggish growth in Q1 was…
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Google Cloud, Cloudflare struck by widespread outages
Multiple companies investigated a widespread outage Thursday. Google Cloud later said it was due to a faulty API update and promises a full incident report of the root cause.Multiple…
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What is PC as a service (PCaaS)?
PC as a service (PCaaS) is a device lifecycle management model in which an organization pays a monthly subscription fee to lease endpoint hardware (PCs) and management services from a vendor…
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By the numbers: Use AI to fill the IT skills gap
According to the ‘2025 AI Skills Report’ by Pluralsight, 65% of organizations had to abandon AI projects due to a lack of AI skills. Don’t be another statistic; invest in…
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Crayon targets mid-market gains with expanded Google Cloud partnership
The collaboration will enable mid-market channel partners to deliver Google Cloud’s AI technologies and cloud solutionsThe collaboration will enable mid-market channel partners to deliver…
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FinOps X 2025: IT cost management evolves for AI, cloud
FinOps is evolving beyond cloud cost management to include AI, SaaS and IT asset management, offering new frameworks for measuring and optimizing IT spending.FinOps is evolving beyond cloud…
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AI security and compliance concerns are driving a private cloud boom
A new survey suggests AI workloads may be a serious motivation behind moving back to private cloud and on-premise infrastructureA new survey suggests AI workloads may be a serious motivation…
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What is a cookie?
A cookie is a text file carrying some information that a website places on a user’s computer.A cookie is a text file carrying some information that a website places on a user’s…
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8 benefits of AI as a service
Some businesses lack the resources to build and train their own AI models. Can AIaaS level the playing field for smaller organizations to remain nimble?Some businesses lack the resources to…
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Where is the cloud headed?
UK businesses are balancing cloud migration with AI adoption and demands for data sovereigntyUK businesses are balancing cloud migration with AI adoption and demands for data sovereignty Read More
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Cloud breaches are surging, but enterprises aren’t quick enough to react
The rise in cloud breaches has been attributed to a series of factorsThe rise in cloud breaches has been attributed to a series of factors Read More
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Enterprises are keen on cloud repatriation – but not for all workloads
A survey shows 97% of mid-market companies plan to repatriate some, but not all, workloads and appsA survey shows 97% of mid-market companies plan to repatriate some, but not all, workloads…
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Reliance on US tech providers is making IT leaders skittish
New research shows UK IT leaders want the government to take a stronger stance on sovereigntyNew research shows UK IT leaders want the government to take a stronger stance on sovereignty Read More
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Examine the 4 types of edge computing, with examples
Edge computing is popular, but it’s not going to benefit every IoT device or workload. Look at the various types of edge computing and examples. Are you ready to push it to the…
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AI and private cloud: 2 lessons from Dell Tech World 2025
Two key insights emerged for IT professionals around enterprise AI integration and private cloud infrastructure.Two key insights emerged for IT professionals around enterprise AI integration…
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TD Synnex named as UK distributor for Cohesity
The agreement will provide stability and consistency for Veritas partners transitioning to Cohesity’s partner program, the distributor saidThe agreement will provide stability and consistency…
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Broadcom’s ‘harsh’ VMware contracts are costing customers up to 1,500% more
An ECCO report says Broadcom hasn’t solved customer complaints when it comes to licensing and contractsAn ECCO report says Broadcom hasn’t solved customer complaints when it comes…
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Weigh these 6 enterprise advantages of storage as a service
Storage as a service offers cloud procurement and remote management of on-premises storage. Benefits include scalability, utility like consumption pricing and storage optimization. Storage as…
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Pulsant targets partner diversity with new IaaS solution
The new Partner Cloud offering forms a core part of Pulsant’s UK partner driveThe new Partner Cloud offering forms a core part of Pulsant’s UK partner drive Read More
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Growing AI workloads are causing hybrid cloud headaches
Tech leaders say they’re increasingly worried about the use of AI in public cloud environmentsTech leaders say they’re increasingly worried about the use of AI in public cloud…
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Google is getting serious on cloud sovereignty
Google has joined Microsoft in bolstering its sovereign cloud services as tensions grow over US influence on big tech providers.Google has joined Microsoft in bolstering its sovereign cloud…
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By the numbers: How upskilling fills the IT skills gap
IT leaders should not underplay the impact of the IT skills gap. Over 90% of organizations worldwide will feel the pain of the gap by 2026, amounting to $5.5 trillion in losses.IT leaders…
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Understand how Windows Server 2025 PAYG licensing works
Microsoft debuts pay-as-you-go licensing for Windows Server 2025 for enterprises that need flexibility with their on-premises and third-party cloud workload needs.Microsoft debuts…
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Hybrid cloud is complicated – Red Hat’s new AI assistant wants to solve that
The new assistant from Red Hat can draw upon a range of private and public AI modelsThe new assistant from Red Hat can draw upon a range of private and public AI models Read More
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Cloud adoption isn’t all it’s cut out to be as enterprises report growing dissatisfaction
New research from Gartner suggests a significant portion of enterprises will experience ‘dissatisfaction’ in their cloud journey in the coming years.New research from Gartner suggests a…
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IBM and Oracle Expand Partnership to Advance Agentic AI and Hybrid Cloud
ARMONK, N.Y., May 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ – IBM (NYSE: IBM) is working with Oracle to bring the power of watsonx, IBM’s flagship portfolio of AI products, to Oracle…
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United States Army Enterprise Cloud Management Agency Expands its Oracle Defense Cloud Services
New capabilities can enable the US Army to cost-effectively modernize its operations Oracle Federal Forum, Washington, D.C.—Apr 15, 2025 Oracle today announced a firm-fixed price task order…
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IBM Completes Acquisition of HashiCorp, Creates Comprehensive, End-to-End Hybrid Cloud Platform
HashiCorp’s capabilities drive significant synergies across multiple strategic growth areas for IBM, including Red Hat, watsonx, data security, IT automation and Consulting ARMONK,…
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DeepSeek R1 is now available on Azure AI Foundry and GitHub
DeepSeek R1 is now available in the model catalog on Azure AI Foundry and GitHub, joining a diverse portfolio of over 1,800 models, including frontier, open-source,…
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Best Cloud Platforms Offering Free Trials for Cloud Mastery
Cloud computing never disappeared. It has and will always be there. But have we forgotten about it? I think not. This is why we need to maximise what these Cloud providers have offered for…
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Toyota shifts into overdrive: Developing an AI platform for enhanced manufacturing efficiency
The automotive industry is facing a profound transformation, driven by the rise of CASE, — connected cars, autonomous and automated driving, shared mobility, and electrification.…
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IBM and AWS Accelerate Partnership to Scale Responsible Generative AI
During AWS re:Invent, IBM and AWS will unveil new milestones in our collaboration to help businesses adopt responsible AI. Together, we are combining our strengths to ensure that organizations…
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How Cloud And AI Are Bringing Scale To Corporate Climate Mitigation And Adaptation
Climate change is the biggest challenge our society faces. As scientists, governments, and industry leaders gather in Baku, Azerbaijan for the 2024 United Nations Climate Change Conference,…
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FEDRAMP High Development in the Cloud: Code with Cloud Workstations
In the demanding world of federal software development, teams are constantly challenged to deliver innovative solutions while upholding the highest security standards. The complexity of…
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PyTorch/XLA 2.5: vLLM support and an improved developer experience
Machine learning engineers are bullish on PyTorch/XLA, a Python package that uses the XLA deep learning compiler to connect the PyTorch deep learning framework and Cloud TPUs. And now,…
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Oracle Expands Multicloud Capabilities with AWS, Google Cloud, and Microsoft Azure
Oracle Database services running on Oracle Cloud Infrastructure are deployed directly in AWS, Google Cloud, and Microsoft Azure data centers Oracle CloudWorld, Las Vegas—Sep 11, 2024 Oracle is…
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Empowering builders with the new AWS Asia Pacific (Malaysia) Region
Builders are at the heart of AWS. As Amazon’s CTO, one of the most rewarding parts of my job is meeting with builders from across the world to better understand the unique challenges that…
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Make Your Business Resilient By Integrating These Best Practices Into Your Cloud Architecture
In the current digital world, cloud computing has become the backbone of many enterprises as it provides unmatched cost-effectiveness, scalability, and flexibility. Cloud adoption and…
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IBM Expands watsonx Portfolio On AWS, Adds watsonx.governance to Help Clients Scale Responsible AI
ARMONK, N.Y., May 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — During the annual IBM Think conference, IBM (NYSE: IBM) announced it is working with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to…
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Huawei Cloud Goes Live in Egypt
Huawei Cloud Becomes First Company to Open a Public Cloud in Egypt, Industry AI Accelerates Digitization in Egypt and Northern Africa [Cairo, Egypt, May 24, 2024] Huawei launched a Cloud…
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IBM To Acquire HashiCorp, Inc. Creating A Comprehensive End-to-End Hybrid Cloud Platform
$6.4 billion acquisition adds suite of leading hybrid and multi-cloud lifecycle management products to help clients grappling with today’s AI-driven application growth and complexity…
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10 Cloud Development Gotchas To Watch Out For
Cloud-based development has many advantages but some big downsides, too. Here are 10 reasons to think twice before developing, testing, or deploying your apps in the cloud. The benefits…
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Are The Different Public Clouds Really That Different?
Cloud providers are becoming commoditized, so you have to be careful to determine where the best value lies. In the rapidly evolving landscape of IaaS cloud computing, public cloud providers…
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Why We Need Both Cloud Engineers And Cloud Architects
Cloud providers are becoming commoditized, so you have to be careful to determine where the best value lies. In the rapidly evolving landscape of IaaS cloud computing, public cloud providers…
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Canonical Announces The Availability Of Real-Time Ubuntu For Amazon EKS Anywhere
Collaboration to benefit communication service providers and business application vendors at the telco edge Barcelona, Spain. 28 February 2024. Canonical today announced an expansion…
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10 Reasons For Government & Education To Join Google Cloud Next ’24
Google Cloud Next ‘24: Your launchpad to navigate the tech landscape, equip yourself with cutting edge tools, learn from real-world case studies and connect with fellow public servants shaping…
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3 Killer Apps For Cloud-Based Generative AI
Natural language generation, recommendation systems, and anomaly detection are good opportunities to create strong business value with genAI. I’ve been working with artificial intelligence…
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