Amazon Web Services (AWS) stories - Page 45
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.
Kiwi startups provide IoT solution for boaties using AWS
Fri, 18th May 2018
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AWS NZ country manager says cloud is reducing the barriers for Kiwi startups to innovate and make a mark on the global stage.
Is your business ready to talk chatbots?
Mon, 14th May 2018
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Is your business ready for chatbots? CIOs must embrace these virtual assistants, with more than 50% of enterprises projected to invest heavily by 2021.
DataRobot achieves AWS Financial Services Competency status
Mon, 14th May 2018
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This designation recognises DataRobot for delivery of effective solutions to help financial institutions identify, model, and assess risk.
Equinix Cloud Exchange Fabric rollout reaches Australia
Thu, 10th May 2018
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Equinix is set to launch its Equinix Cloud Exchange Fabric (ECX Fabric) in Melbourne and Sydney, after its recent expansion into Japan.
Intel Extreme Masters Sydney 2018 draws a huge crowd
Mon, 7th May 2018
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Intel Extreme Masters Sydney 2018 wowed thousands at Qudos Bank Arena as 16 teams battled in a CS:GO showdown for a US$250,000 prize pool.
Cloud boom continues as giants threaten small operators
Tue, 1st May 2018
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Spending on cloud infrastructure services rose by 51% in Q1 2018, surpassing growth rates of the previous five quarters, according to Synergy Research data.
Cyber insurance may have big part in Australia's future if data breach lawsuits gain ground
Mon, 30th Apr 2018
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Class-action lawsuits may now be a reality under Australia’s mandatory notifiable data breach (NDB) legislation that is now in effect.
Booming cloud infrastructure market an opportunity for channel partners
Fri, 27th Apr 2018
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Worldwide spending on cloud infrastructure services is continuing its rampant growth after surging 47% in 12 months.
SD-WAN enables a new cloud-first branch strategy
Fri, 27th Apr 2018
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Silver Peak discuss how SD-WAN can facilitate a stronger link to cloud services for an organisations remote branch.
Five key features of Nakivo Backup & Replication v7.4
Fri, 27th Apr 2018
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Virtualisation cloud backup company Nakivo has released version 7.4 of Backup & Replication, complete with 11 new features.
GlobalData: AWS, lower cloud adoption barriers or face being overtaken
Thu, 19th Apr 2018
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GlobalData has released commentary reporting Amazon's days at the top of the cloud market could be numbered unless it makes some changes.
3 common mistakes companies make when adopting cloud
Thu, 19th Apr 2018
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As businesses increasingly turn to cloud computing, they often stumble on security, inefficient 'lift-n-shift' migrations, and overhyped serverless solutions.
Australia rolls out compliance laws for cryptocurrency & digital exchange service providers
Wed, 18th Apr 2018
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Digital currency exchanges in Austalia must now register with AUSTRAC, and comply with the Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing Act.
AWS recognises five local partners at 2018 ANZ partner awards
Tue, 10th Apr 2018
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The awards recognise partners who are playing a key role in helping customers remediate technical debt and drive innovation.
Paessler to demonstrate network monitoring-as-a-service at upcoming AWS Summits
Tue, 10th Apr 2018
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Paessler will be showcasing PRTG in the cloud at the upcoming AWS Summits in Sydney, Australia, from April 10 to April 12 and Seoul South Korea.
ioFABRIC: Surprise, your storage needs a forklift upgrade
Mon, 9th Apr 2018
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Businesses, it’s time to stop the storage refresh cycle. ioFABRIC's AI-driven, objective-defined storage eliminates the need for costly upgrades.
“As revolutionary as the Internet” - Oracle CTO unveils new autonomous database
Wed, 28th Mar 2018
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Oracle's Larry Ellison introduces new cloud database, claiming it's as revolutionary as the Internet. Takes aim at Amazon's offering.
Interview: IBM New Zealand's John Martin talks GDPR, NZ's Privacy Act, and Australia's NDB laws
Thu, 22nd Mar 2018
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John Martin of IBM New Zealand discusses the impact of GDPR, Australia's NDB laws, and New Zealand's Privacy Act on businesses and cybersecurity practices.
Deloitte strengthens AWS and cloud offerings with API Talent acquisition
Mon, 19th Mar 2018
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Deloitte has acquired API Talent, the first New Zealand provider to qualify for AWS DevOps competency and a certified AWS MSP Partner.
Deloitte acquires API Talent to ramp up AWS cloud offerings
Mon, 19th Mar 2018
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Deloitte acquires New Zealand’s API Talent to enhance AWS cloud services; co-owners join as partners, aiming to boost cloud adoption in local firms.