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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.

Yotta 2024 will bring together industry leaders from AI, data centers, and power to explore the future of digital infrastructure. The event, held October 7-9 in Las Vegas, will focus on AI-driven growth, sustainable solutions, and cutting-edge technologies like advanced cooling. Expect key insights from top companies, with a strong emphasis on energy efficiency and responsible scaling in the era of AI.

Amazon’s recent decision to require employees to return to the office five days a week starting next year has sparked discontent. A Blind poll revealed that 73% of Amazon workers are considering leaving due to the policy, while 32% know colleagues who have already quit. The move has not only led to resignations but also affected recruitment efforts, with candidates dropping out of hiring pipelines.

Alibaba Cloud and Nvidia are transforming smart mobility with a new collaboration integrating Alibaba’s large multimodal AI models into Nvidia’s automotive platform. This partnership aims to enhance in-car interactions and autonomous driving for major Chinese automakers like Li Auto and Zeekr, offering real-time voice assistance, dynamic conversations, and improved vehicle performance through AI-driven solutions.

GitHub has introduced a new data residency feature for its Enterprise Cloud, starting in the EU from October 29, with Australia, Asia, and Latin America to follow. This update allows organizations to store data locally for compliance, meeting key data protection regulations. Companies like Zeiss and Volkswagen’s CARIAD have praised the feature for aligning with regional requirements, boosting GitHub’s appeal for businesses prioritizing data sovereignty.

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