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Amazon Web Services (AWS) stories - Page 17

Originally disrupting the book retailing business, Amazon Web Services has since emerged as a world’s leader in the provision of ‘as a Service’ computing resources. With more than 200 services available covering infrastructure, platform, compute, storage and applications as a service, AWS solutions are provided from a network of 38 data centers around the world. A cluster of AWS data centres is planned for New Zealand, headquartered in Auckland, and likely to be online by 2024.
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Datadog launches Sydney AWS region to boost local compliance

Thu, 17th Jul 2025
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Datadog launches full platform on AWS Sydney Region, enabling Australian firms to meet strict local data privacy and compliance rules in cloud usage.
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CloudBolt & Ingram Micro expand channel access to cloud & FinOps tools

Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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CloudBolt Software partners with Ingram Micro to offer cloud management and FinOps tools to MSPs and VARs, boosting hybrid and multi-cloud optimisation capabilities.
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Steve Mills steps up as Chief Operating Officer at DoiT

Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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Steve Mills is appointed Chief Operating Officer at DoiT, expanding his role after driving 2.5x revenue growth and a USD $5bn AWS partnership as Chief Revenue Officer.
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AWS & IRCAI award USD $4 million to 23 climate tech startups

Mon, 14th Jul 2025
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AWS and IRCAI will fund 23 climate tech startups with USD $4 million in cloud credits to accelerate AI-driven solutions tackling environmental challenges.
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Infor expands AWS alliance to boost generative AI for industry

Fri, 11th Jul 2025
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Infor has deepened its partnership with AWS to accelerate generative AI adoption, enhancing industry-specific cloud solutions and boosting digital transformation globally.
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NCS launches SGD $130 million programme to boost AI in Asia Pacific

Thu, 10th Jul 2025
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NCS unveils a SGD $130 million AI programme over three years to boost AI adoption and collaboration across Asia Pacific, enhancing industries and communities.
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When emergency strikes, it's time for a native zero-trust network

Wed, 9th Jul 2025
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NetFoundry pioneers native zero-trust networks to securely orchestrate autonomous vehicles during emergencies, preventing cyberattacks and ensuring swift response.
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Ventia adopts AI platform to speed up major infrastructure bids

Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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Ventia has launched an AI platform developed with DXC Technology to cut bid writing times from days to minutes for key infrastructure contracts.
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CareSuper partners with Macquarie for Azure migration, tech overhaul

Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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CareSuper partners with Macquarie Cloud Services to migrate its AUD $57 billion tech infrastructure from AWS to Microsoft Azure for cost-effective modernisation.
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Cohesity marks sixth year as Gartner Leader for data protection

Tue, 1st Jul 2025
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Cohesity has been named a Leader for the sixth consecutive year in Gartner's 2025 Magic Quadrant for Backup and Data Protection Platforms.
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AI cloud workloads face greater critical security risks

Tue, 1st Jul 2025
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A Tenable report reveals 70% of AI cloud workloads on platforms like AWS and Azure have critical vulnerabilities, posing increased security risks.
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Confluent Cloud boosts agentic AI with enhanced data & security

Mon, 30th Jun 2025
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Confluent Cloud unveils new features blending real-time and historical data to enhance secure, intelligent AI agents and analytics for enterprises.
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Verax launches Protect to tackle AI data leak risks for firms

Fri, 27th Jun 2025
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Verax AI launches Verax Protect globally to help firms prevent AI-driven data leaks, enhancing security and compliance amid rising AI adoption in businesses.
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LogicMonitor recognises global leaders in AI & IT excellence

Thu, 26th Jun 2025
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LogicMonitor honoured global leaders like Syngenta, Presidio and AWS in its 2025 Elevate Awards for AI-driven IT observability and data centre transformation.
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Salesforce unveils Agentforce 3 to accelerate enterprise AI adoption

Thu, 26th Jun 2025
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Salesforce launches Agentforce 3 to help enterprises scale AI adoption with enhanced control, interoperability, and real-time hybrid workforce insights.
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FourTwoThree unveils global SME climate data platform with bank support

Thu, 26th Jun 2025
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FourTwoThree launches a global SME climate data platform supported by NatWest, NAB and SC Ventures to aid net zero transitions across supply chains.
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BeyondTrust & AWS partner to boost cloud identity security

Wed, 25th Jun 2025
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BeyondTrust and AWS have teamed up in a multi-year deal to enhance cloud identity security, offering integrated solutions for safer hybrid cloud adoption.
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Wild Tech hires Andrew Kirk to lead enterprise cloud growth

Tue, 24th Jun 2025
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Wild Tech appoints Andrew Kirk as Senior Business Development Manager to boost enterprise cloud growth and drive digital transformation partnerships across APAC.
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Pure Storage unveils Enterprise Data Cloud for unified control

Fri, 20th Jun 2025
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Pure Storage launches Enterprise Data Cloud, offering centralised control and automation for managing data across on-premises, public cloud and hybrid environments.
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Trilliant unveils analytics platform to cut utility losses

Fri, 20th Jun 2025
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Trilliant launches cloud-independent Analytics as a Service to help utilities cut energy losses by enhancing data analysis, forecasting and decision-making.