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Cloud storage growth set to skyrocket as AI drives data retention needs
The rise of AI means more cloud storage is necessary – and it may even need to double, offering a big boost to cloud services. That’s according to a survey by Seagate and Recon Analytics, which asked business leaders around the world how they believe AI will impact their company’s IT. The survey found that 61% of respondents who use…
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Zyxel Networks targets cloud networking growth with new partner program
Zyxel Networks has announced the launch of a new partner program designed to assist partners in positioning themselves as cloud networking businesses. The revamped initiative will leverage the company’s range of network technology solutions, with a particular focus on its Nebula cloud management platform, while offering new incentives and discounts to help partners develop their managed services. Zyxel said these…
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5 Signs You Need a Virtual Firewall to Secure Your Cloud
As businesses increasingly shift to cloud-based and virtualized environments, traditional network security approaches — particularly firewalls — are falling short. Virtual firewalls, purpose-built for environments like public and private clouds or Software-Defined Wide Area Networks (SD-WAN), have emerged as a critical solution. Their ability to scale dynamically and integrate deeply with virtual infrastructure enables security tailored to the demands of…
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Google Cloud names new VP for UK&I and Sub-Saharan Africa
Google Cloud has announced the appointment of Maureen Costello as its new vice president for both the UK and Ireland, and Sub-Saharan Africa. A seasoned executive with almost 30 years’ industry experience, Costello joins the cloud giant from Microsoft where she most recently served as corporate vice president for industry solutions delivery. She has also previously spent 25 years at…
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Darktrace targets cloud security gains with new acquisition
Cybersecurity firm Darktrace has announced plans to acquire Cado Security, a UK-based cyber investigation and response solution provider. Cado Security offers its services across multi-cloud, container, serverless, SaaS, and on-premises environments, capturing a snapshot of data stored on the device and then conducting forensic investigations to uncover signs of compromise or threats. Darktrace says it plans to invest to accelerate…
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Cloud Spending is Perplexing CFOs
As my family’s “CFO,” I meticulously scanned my utility bills late one night. As I went through them, line by line, I was confused and frustrated – I couldn’t understand the jump in costs and what was driving them. It was a confusing mix of kilowatt hours, supply and transmission costs, and local fees. I’m seeing a very similar phenomenon…
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LG TVs are getting Xbox Cloud Gaming
Xbox Cloud Gaming is coming to some LG TVs “later this year,” Microsoft and LG announced at CES 2025. When the feature is available, if you have an Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription, you’ll be able to stream games from the Xbox Game Pass library and select titles that you already own from the LG Gaming Portal. LG says you’ll…
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Strategies for Cloud Contact Center Platform API Management
Cloud contact centers connect agents with customers across multiple channels, including voice, email, SMS, social media, live chat, and more. Cloud contact center platform API management plays a critical role in maintaining all of these channels. Unlike traditional on-premises phone systems and hosted contact center solutions, cloud contact centers aren’t bound by physical locations or servers. Instead, all of your…
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What is Cloud Hosting? | ITPro
Cloud hosting delivers services, applications, or websites via an external cloud platform, allowing firms to host content without owning a physical server or a data center. It’s a technique that takes advantage of cloud computing’s fundamental flexibility. Organizations can allocate and use compute resources as and when they are needed to deliver digital services without making a significant upfront investment.…
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When to Use Cloud Network Security (And When to Avoid It)
From data storage to business applications and beyond, companies of all sizes rely on the cloud for day-to-day operations and critical business processes. Protecting cloud-based infrastructures with robust security standards is crucial for modern organizations. Cloud network security is a popular approach. But is it right for your business? Read on to find out. 1 RingCentral RingEx Employees per Company…
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