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Aviatrix has launched innovative features, including Hybrid Cloud Transit and an enhanced Distributed Cloud Firewall, to address security gaps in cloud egress and hybrid-cloud connectivity. Designed to simplify cloud network architecture, Aviatrix’s solutions empower enterprises with advanced threat intelligence, encryption, and secure global connectivity—essential for today’s cloud-first businesses seeking agility, security, and reduced complexity in their cloud infrastructure.

Over 500 Amazon employees sent a letter to AWS CEO Matt Garman, protesting the company’s upcoming 2025 full return-to-office mandate. The employees voiced disappointment in what they called a “non-data driven” rationale for the policy, countering Garman’s assertion that most workers supported the move. Despite objections, AWS leadership appears firm on its in-office requirement.

GoDaddy introduces the industry’s first 90-day managed SSL certificates, automatically renewing and reinstalling every three months with five annual encryption updates. This hassle-free service saves website owners time, ensuring seamless security without manual reinstallation. Designed for entrepreneurs and businesses, GoDaddy’s fully automated SSLs deliver continuous protection, helping customers stay ahead of security risks with minimal effort.

Lumen Technologies will connect Amazon Web Services’ main data centers to smaller urban outposts, aiming to support AWS customers running AI applications. The deal marks Lumen’s strategy to tap into AI demand while shifting from legacy services. CEO Kate Johnson highlighted Lumen’s commitment to building faster, more secure networks suited for the AI economy. Financial details remain undisclosed, but Lumen recently secured $5 billion in AI-related business.

Google Cloud reported a 35% YoY revenue growth, reaching $11.4 billion with a sevenfold increase in operating profit at $1.9 billion. CEO Sundar Pichai noted expanding cloud opportunities as clients embrace GenAI. Despite high capex at $13 billion, Google plans to streamline operations through AI. Meanwhile, tensions with Microsoft escalate over cloud competition practices as rivals prepare their earnings reports.

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