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After nearly 500 days in captivity, AWS engineer Alexander Troufanov has regained his freedom. Amazon CEO Andy Jassy acknowledged the company’s role in supporting efforts for Troufanov’s release, emphasizing that their silence was intentional to avoid jeopardizing his safety. Critics had questioned Amazon’s lack of public statements, but Jassy reaffirmed that the priority was always securing Troufanov’s safe return.
Microsoft is investing PLN 2.8 billion ($704M) to expand its AI and cloud data centers in Poland by June 2026. The move strengthens Warsaw’s Azure region, supports cybersecurity collaboration with Polish National Defense, and advances renewable energy initiatives. This investment aligns with Microsoft’s broader $80 billion AI infrastructure expansion, reinforcing Poland’s position as a key tech hub in Eastern Europe.
The i2Coalition has launched the Secure Hosting Alliance (SHA), a coalition of 23 hosting providers—including GoDaddy, Cloudflare, and DreamHost—dedicated to improving trust, security, and transparency in the web hosting industry. Led by David Snead, SHA will develop anti-abuse standards, advocate for fair policies, and enhance collaboration among industry leaders. The initiative aims to create a safer, more ethical digital ecosystem for businesses and users alike.
Google has introduced a new memory feature in its Gemini AI chatbot, allowing it to remember and summarize past conversations. Rolling out to Google One AI Premium users, this update makes interactions more personalized and seamless. Users can review, delete, or disable memory settings for privacy control. As AI chatbots evolve, memory capabilities are becoming a key battleground, with OpenAI also exploring similar enhancements.
Amazon Web Services (AWS) has exited the board of CISPE after the European trade body updated its rules to allow only EU-based corporations to serve. While AWS remains a CISPE member, its departure follows Microsoft’s recent non-voting membership acceptance—an issue AWS reportedly opposed. With European cloud sovereignty in focus, CISPE’s future direction raises questions about its independence and evolving industry influence.
Check Point and Wiz have announced a strategic alliance to bridge the gap between cloud network security and Cloud Native Application Protection (CNAPP). The partnership integrates Check Point’s expertise in cloud security with Wiz’s risk analysis platform, offering businesses real-time threat prevention and enhanced risk prioritization. This collaboration aims to streamline security operations, optimize asset protection, and set a new standard for hybrid cloud security.
