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OVHcloud partners with Digital Realty to integrate its cloud and bare-metal solutions into the ServiceFabric platform, enabling businesses to bypass public internet for private, secure, and high-performance cloud connectivity. Ideal for critical sectors like AI and healthcare, this collaboration leverages 300+ global data centers to drive secure digital transformation, scalability, and data sovereignty, empowering companies with seamless hybrid IT solutions worldwide.

StackIT, an IT firm by Lidl’s parent company Schwarz Group, partners with Google to offer EU-based, data-sovereign cloud storage for Workspace users. With client-side encryption and EU-only data residency, this collaboration ensures secure, compliant solutions for regulated industries. Schwarz Group’s transition to Google Workspace and integration of XM Cyber security tools underscore the alliance’s focus on innovation and European digital sovereignty.

Microsoft has paused its November Exchange Server security update rollout after reports of broken transport and data loss prevention (DLP) rules. Some users experienced disrupted email flow, prompting Microsoft to advise uninstalling the patch and awaiting a fix. While Exchange Online remains unaffected, on-premises and hybrid users must stay vigilant. The incident raises concerns about Microsoft’s testing protocols for critical updates in enterprise environments.

Heroku CEO Bob Wise has exited Salesforce after a tenure marked by challenges, including security breaches and the discontinuation of free plans. Wise, previously AWS Kubernetes GM, sought to revitalize Heroku through a public roadmap and developer engagement. As competition in the PaaS sector intensifies, Salesforce has yet to announce his successor, leaving questions about Heroku’s strategy to regain market share.

The FTC is reportedly investigating Microsoft for potential anti-competitive practices in the cloud market. Allegations include restrictive licensing, inflated exit fees, and deliberate incompatibility with rivals. Public complaints about high transfer fees and restrictive contracts have fueled the probe. While the investigation’s future is unclear, its timing could test FTC Chair Lina Khan’s regulatory agenda as political winds shift.

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