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Amazon Web Services (AWS) has announced its $2 billion data center campus project in Sunbury, Ohio, boosting its state investments to $10 billion. The first 450,000 sq ft facility will begin construction in January 2028, with completion expected by December 2034. AWS emphasizes this initiative will foster innovation and talent. The Sunbury City Council has approved tax incentives to support the project.
Microsoft is working to resolve a significant outage affecting Exchange Online and Teams calendar functions, mainly in Europe. The issue, linked to a recent change, has expanded to services like Purview and Dynamics 365. Microsoft is rolling out a fix and manually restarting affected machines. Users are advised to monitor updates via MO941162 in the admin center as recovery efforts progress.
Amazon is injecting another $4 billion into Anthropic, deepening its partnership with OpenAI’s rival. This investment solidifies AWS as Anthropic’s primary cloud and training partner, leveraging Amazon’s AI chips to enhance Claude chatbots. While boosting Amazon’s AI services, the deal faces regulatory scrutiny over big tech’s influence on the AI sector. Anthropic plans to expand its advanced models with this fresh funding.
The cybersecurity landscape is transforming, driven by generative AI and surging cyberattacks. Organizations face expanding attack surfaces and stricter regulations, amplifying the need for AI-infused defenses and zero-trust frameworks. With $200 billion spent annually on third-party solutions, providers must innovate with tailored, comprehensive offerings. By leveraging AI and aligning strategies to new buyers, cybersecurity firms can capitalize on this $2 trillion opportunity.
Hosted.com has launched a free AI Domain Name Generator, simplifying the search for unique and SEO-friendly domains. Users can generate tailored ideas using industry-specific keywords and descriptions, with real-time availability checks. This tool enhances credibility and boosts search rankings while streamlining the registration process. CEO Wayne Diamond highlights its role in saving time and driving online visibility, positioning Hosted.com as a one-stop solution for domain services.
AWS has announced a refreshed Management Console, boasting a vibrant color palette, streamlined typography, and reduced visual clutter. The overhaul features blue interactive elements, thinner strokes for better focus, and optimized layouts for easier navigation. With improved task efficiency and a visually pleasing design, this update aims to enhance the admin experience. Available now in select regions, it will roll out globally across all AWS services.
