Malaysia is positioning itself as a key player in the global tech industry with the announcement of a national cloud policy and AI regulations, alongside significant investments from tech giants like Google and Amazon. This strategic move leverages Malaysia’s well-established infrastructure and skilled workforce to attract investments and build a robust digital economy.
NVIDIA’s Blackwell AI GPUs, initially facing production delays, are now being shipped to major cloud providers like Microsoft, Oracle, AWS, Meta, and others. The GB200 NVL36 and NVL72 AI servers, originally scheduled for November, will now be delivered in early December, thanks to a concerted effort by NVIDIA, TSMC, and their supply chain partners to resolve manufacturing issues.
Google has filed a complaint with the European Commission, alleging that Microsoft is using its dominant Windows Server operating system to unfairly favor its Azure cloud platform. Google claims Microsoft imposes high markups for Windows Server on competing cloud services while offering preferential treatment to Azure users. The complaint highlights concerns about potential market dominance and the impact on competition in the cloud computing industry.
Zoom Video Communications, Inc. (ZM) shares are on the rise today after the company launched new add-on products and functionalities designed to enhance its advanced enterprise offerings. These new features, which are included with Zoom Workplace Enterprise licenses, are expected to improve business continuity, optimize bandwidth, enhance security, simplify management, and support communications compliance.
Akamai Technologies, a leading cloud company, has achieved ISO 14001 certification, demonstrating its commitment to environmental responsibility and sustainable practices. The company’s environmental management system (EMS) is designed to minimize its environmental footprint and achieve its sustainability goals, including five 2030 goals across the Akamai Connected Cloud.
In a move driven by the booming demand for AI and cloud computing, Microsoft has entered into a 20-year deal with Constellation Energy to restart the Three Mile Island nuclear reactor in Pennsylvania. This deal will provide Microsoft with clean energy for its data centers, showcasing the growing importance of nuclear power in the fight against climate change.
The Federal Reserve’s recent rate cut could be a boon for cloud computing companies, particularly those with significant debt, according to a Piper Sandler analyst. The analyst identifies five companies – Bandwidth, DigitalOcean, Fastly, RingCentral, and Five9 – that stand to benefit most from the lower interest rates, making it easier for them to refinance their debt and manage interest costs.
Clean Cloud Energy, formerly reNRG Partners, is now focused on developing renewable energy solutions specifically for data centers. With the rapid growth of cloud services and the increasing demand for electricity from data centers, Clean Cloud Energy offers a unique approach to address the challenges of power generation and interconnection within this complex energy ecosystem.
The WisdomTree Cloud Computing ETF (WCLD) is a passively managed exchange-traded fund (ETF) designed to provide investors with broad exposure to the Technology – Cloud Computing segment of the equity market. With its low costs, transparency, and diversification, WCLD is an attractive option for both retail and institutional investors seeking long-term growth in the cloud computing sector. This article examines WCLD’s performance, holdings, and key metrics to help investors make informed decisions.
Alibaba, known for its e-commerce dominance, is making a strategic move into the AI revolution. With AI-powered customer service, marketing tools, and a turbocharged Ali Cloud, Alibaba is aiming to become a major player in the AI landscape. The company is leveraging generative AI to enhance its existing platforms and expand into new industries, particularly in China’s booming automotive sector.
