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Global Cloud

Cloud sprawl frustrates enterprise connectivity

September 27, 2023

Via: CIO Dive

Companies embraced cloud for its agility, scalability and compute capabilities, only to discover new solutions bring different problems. Easy access to on-demand applications can lead to software bloat and wasted spend. Running workloads on-prem and in one or more clouds […]


Service Models

Why that cheap ‘lifetime cloud storage’ deal might cost more than you bargained for

September 26, 2023

Via: ZDnet

In small amounts, cloud storage is fairly inexpensive. You can even get a few gigabytes of free storage with most office plans. But once you start to grow your cloud storage needs into the terabytes, the dollars begin to add […]


Global Cloud

IBM service uses DNS to deliver multicloud connectivity

September 26, 2023

Via: Network World

IBM is rolling out a new DNS-based service that will let customers securely control connectivity between distributed multicloud environments. NS1 Connect is one of the first fruits from IBM’s acquisition of DNS specialist NS1 earlier this year. The service is […]


Global Cloud

Top crypto marketplace hacked after cloud provider attacked

September 25, 2023

Via: TechRadar

Around $200 million worth of cryptocurrencies has reportedly been stolen after the cloud service provider used by a cryptocurrency network was hacked. The news was confirmed on Saturday by the victim – Mixin Network, which said in a Twitter thread […]


Global Cloud

eWEEK TweetChat, October 17: the Future of Cloud Computing

September 25, 2023

Via: eWeek

On Tuesday, October 17 at 11 AM PT, @eWEEKNews will host its monthly #eWEEKChat. The topic will be the future of cloud computing, and it will be moderated by James Maguire, eWEEK’s Editor-in-Chief. We’ll discuss – using Twitter, now called […]


Global Cloud

Even with repatriation cost savings, the value of cloud computing is still strong

September 22, 2023

Via: InfoWorld

37Signals, led by CTO David Heinemeier Hansson, implemented a cloud repatriation plan that has already saved them $1 million. Previously, the company spent $3.2 million annually on cloud services. They viewed that as being too much. Their repatriation project invested […]


Cloud Security

Cyber Threats of 2023 – Are You Prepared?

September 22, 2023

Via: Cloud Tweaks

Cybersecurity is an ever-expanding discipline, where every move is crucial, and the risks are unparalleled. Businesses must adapt to evolving threats, and this article provides an in-depth look into the key areas of concern, offering strategic insights specifically for enterprises. […]


Global Cloud

How Cisco is Addressing the Widening Skills Gap

September 21, 2023

Via: eWeek

Today’s companies have difficulty acquiring the right talent, as evidenced by ManpowerGroup’s 2023 Talent Shortage Survey, where 77 percent of organizations stated that it’s challenging to find skilled workers. As a result, 71 percent of these organizations are focusing on […]


Global Cloud

Why Cloud Will Remain Dominant: 4 Reasons

September 20, 2023

Via: eWeek

Cloud computing is having a moment. No longer an emerging trend, Gartner predicts public cloud service and user spending to grow nearly 22%, totaling more than $597 billion in 2023, up from $491 billion in 2022. Gartner also reports that […]


Global Cloud

The risks of low-code and no-code development in cloud architecture

September 19, 2023

Via: InfoWorld

Low-code and no-code development platforms have gained significant traction recently, and more so with the rise of artificial intelligence in 2023. This technology promises to democratize application development and empower “citizen developers.” If it sounds familiar, we tried this back […]


Cloud Security

What Is Cloud Endpoint Protection? NGAV, EDR, and More

September 19, 2023

Via: Cloud Tweaks

In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, the concept of endpoint has significantly extended beyond traditional workstations and servers to include a plethora of cloud resources. From API interfaces to virtual machines and databases, these cloud endpoints are integral to modern […]


Cloud Security

Cloud changes are to blame for nearly all cyber-attacks

September 18, 2023

Via: TechRadar

Of all the vulnerabilities an organization’s system has, the majority sit within its cloud environment, a new report from cybersecurity researchers Unit 42, part of Palo Alto Networks, has found. As per the report, four in five (80%) of all […]


Global Cloud

Inside Intermax’s ambitious journey to be a sustainable cloud leader

September 18, 2023

Via: CIO

A fleet of green data centers and a well-advanced plan to stop using fossil-fuel powered vehicles are among the key steps driving Intermax’s mission to be the most sustainable cloud services provider in the Netherlands. Ludo Baauw – founder, corporate […]


Global Cloud

3 things to do right now to enhance your cloud computing career

September 15, 2023

Via: InfoWorld

One of the most common questions I get is not, “Which cloud is best?” It’s, “How do I improve my cloud computing career growth?” First, let’s focus on what not to do. Don’t spend too much on executive MBA programs […]


Cloud Security

IBM X-Force: Use of compromised credentials darkens cloud security picture

September 15, 2023

Via: Network World

As connectivity to cloud-based resources grows, cybercriminals are using valid, compromised credentials to access enterprise resources at an alarming rate. That’s one of the chief findings of the IBM X-Force Cloud Threat Landscape Report, which also found a 200% increase […]


Global Cloud

Cloud strategy misalignment leads some workloads back on-prem

September 14, 2023

Via: CIO Dive

Cloud isn’t a panacea for all that ails IT. Scalable infrastructure, on-demand compute and a menu of additional tools and services stoked enterprise appetite for the technology. Most executives are pleased with the results. Indeed, 9 in 10 respondents said […]


Global Cloud

ScalaHosting offers cloud VPS solutions that can suit your business needs

September 13, 2023

Via: ZDnet

Are you looking for a secure way to migrate your website to the cloud? ScalaHosting is a scalable managed cloud hosting service for small and medium-sized businesses. Its featured live-server support allows you to transform a self-managed host into a […]


Editorial

Green Cloud Computing: Adopting Sustainable Practices for Your Data Center

September 12, 2023

Via: Rassell Neal

Cloud computing has emerged as a compelling choice of IT infrastructure for companies, offering attractive cost and productivity efficiencies. However, the backbone of a cloud infrastructure is the data center, which poses a growing environmental dilemma due to its dependence […]


Global Cloud

Connecting Your IoT Ecosystem to the Cloud with MQTT

September 12, 2023

Via: Cloud Tweaks

MQTT, an acronym for Message Queuing Telemetry Transport, is a lightweight, publish-subscribe network protocol that transports messages between devices. It was designed for constrained devices and low-bandwidth, high-latency, or unreliable networks. The design principles are to minimize network bandwidth and […]


Global Cloud

Oracle expects data-hungry generative AI to drive revenue growth

September 12, 2023

Via: CIO

Oracle is betting on high demand for data, driven by generative AI-related workloads, to boost revenue in upcoming quarters as enterprises look to adopt generative AI for productivity and efficiency. “Generative AI is changing everything. As of today, AI development […]