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Verisign’s updated .com registry contract with ICANN introduces tougher DNS abuse regulations, requiring swift action against malware, phishing, and botnets. For the first time, Verisign must directly address abuse reports or refer them to registrars, marking a significant shift in domain oversight. The agreement also mandates enhanced cybersecurity measures and incident reporting, potentially reshaping the domain industry’s approach to abuse mitigation.

Amazon is cementing its presence in Virginia with major data center expansions. The tech giant has filed permits for two new centers in Herndon, with plans for 72 engine generators. Meanwhile, Stafford County has approved a 500-acre campus, bringing 23 data centers and millions in infrastructure investment. This marks another significant step in Amazon’s ambitious regional data strategy.

Data center operators increased capital expenditures by 46% in Q2 2024, driven by the rising demand for AI-ready, GPU-accelerated servers, reports Dell’Oro Group. This surge will likely push capex growth to 35% by the end of the year. Hyperscalers continue to expand infrastructure, with AI workloads requiring faster, dedicated back-end networks, fueling further investment in networking solutions to support high-performance computing.

WEKA’s AI-native data platform is now certified for NVIDIA Cloud Partners, enabling enhanced performance and scalability for AI workflows. The WEKA Data Platform delivers industry-leading data throughput on NVIDIA HGX H100 systems, supporting up to 32,000 GPUs. This certification empowers cloud providers to optimize AI model training and inference while reducing infrastructure costs and energy usage, helping meet growing demand for sustainable, AI-powered cloud solutions.

Barracuda Networks has strengthened its Canadian presence through a new partnership with Ingram Micro, offering a full suite of cybersecurity solutions to Ingram’s vast reseller network. This strategic move will enhance product access and bolster cybersecurity offerings for Canadian businesses. Barracuda’s partner success program, combined with Ingram Micro’s expertise, aims to empower channel partners and meet the growing demand for advanced cybersecurity across vertical markets.

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