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Amazon Web Services (AWS) will invest £8 billion($10.5B) in UK data centers over the next five years, supporting up to 14,000 jobs and contributing £14 billion to the UK’s GDP. The investment strengthens Britain’s cloud infrastructure while delivering a significant boost to the country’s economy under its new Labour government. AWS continues global expansion as competition heats up with rivals like Microsoft.
Thierry Pellegrino, former CEO of Penguin Computing, has been named the global head of advanced computing at AWS. Pellegrino will lead high-performance computing, machine learning, IoT, and quantum computing efforts. Returning from a one-year sabbatical, he brings a wealth of experience from roles at Smart Global Holdings and Dell, where he spearheaded major AI and HPC projects. His appointment signals AWS’s growing focus on advanced computing technologies.
Oracle’s Database@Google Cloud is now available, offering Oracle’s database services on Google Cloud in four regions: Virginia, Utah, London, and Frankfurt. This partnership allows customers to run Oracle databases alongside Google Cloud’s AI capabilities, including Vertex AI, for a seamless multi-cloud experience. The new service accelerates enterprise cloud migration and AI integration, combining Oracle’s database expertise with Google Cloud’s infrastructure.
In a surprising collaboration, Oracle and Amazon Web Services (AWS) are launching Oracle Cloud offerings on AWS. The new Oracle Database@AWS solution will let customers access Oracle’s Autonomous Database and Exadata services directly within AWS. Despite past rivalries, both companies aim to meet rising demand for multi-cloud flexibility, with broader availability of the service set for 2025.
ECS has achieved AWS Managed Service Provider status for the 10th consecutive year, cementing its reputation for delivering top-tier cloud solutions. Specializing in AI, cybersecurity, and digital transformation, ECS helps government clients modernize systems and optimize operations on AWS. The company’s deep expertise enables secure, scalable cloud services, positioning ECS as a trusted partner in the federal sector’s cloud journey.
Bluesky’s user base surged by 50% this week, adding 3 million new users after Brazil banned X (formerly Twitter). Now boasting over 9 million users, the platform credits much of its growth to Brazilian users, who make up 85% of recent signups. Bluesky is also teasing the rollout of video support soon, as it continues to expand globally.
