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At the Channel Partners Conference & Expo, Platform9 launched its Partner Program, enabling MSPs and integrators to transition VMware clients to its Private Cloud Director. Partner iShift is already migrating 40,000 VMs for a Fortune 500 firm at a fraction of typical costs. With seamless migration tools and strong incentives, the program aims to help businesses modernize cloud infrastructure without disrupting existing investments.

Automattic, the company behind WordPress.com and Tumblr, is laying off 16% of its workforce, impacting over 270 employees across 90 countries. CEO Matt Mullenweg cited market competition and the need for efficiency as driving factors. The layoffs come after legal tensions with WP Engine and the cancellation of the company’s 2025 retreat. Affected employees, including longtime staff, will receive severance and job placement support.

BigCloudy Internet Services has launched new data centers in Mumbai, New York, London, and Singapore, strengthening its hosting infrastructure across key global markets. Focused on shared hosting, this expansion enhances speed, security, and accessibility for businesses worldwide. Users benefit from low-latency performance, advanced security measures, and 24/7 multi-channel support. The move positions BigCloudy as a key player in optimizing web hosting solutions for a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

Rocket.net granked as one of the fastest-growing private companies in the southeast United States and attained a ninth rank in the 2025 Inc. Regionals: Southeast. This positions the company among an elite group of companies that have demonstrated outstanding growth, resilience, and economic contribution under a turbulent climate.

In only two years, from 2021 to 2023, Rocket.net recorded a whopping revenue growth of over 1,000%, significantly surpassing the average growth of the regional list’s 114%. This high level of growth points not only to robust business fundamentals but also a growing demand for its services.

The Inc. Regionals: Southeast list, an extension of the highly respected Inc. 5000 list, focuses on top-performing private companies from states including Florida, Georgia, and Tennessee.

To be included, companies must show substantial revenue growth, meet minimum income requirements, and operate independently in the U.S. This year, 192 businesses qualified, which generated over 11,000 jobs and $8.1 billion in regional economic value.

Rocket.net’s success highlights its increasing impact in the sector. The firm credits its success to both its hardworking staff and expanding customer base that continues to have faith in its platform. “Being named one of the fastest-growing companies in the Southeast is an incredible achievement,” a Rocket.net spokesperson said. “This milestone is a testament to the dedication of our team and the trust our customers put in us each day.”

As Rocket.net continues on its growth path, its explosive expansion is a witness to how customer-focused initiatives and innovation can push one to be successful, regardless of the fiercely competitive environment.

Hackers breached Oracle’s systems, stole sensitive patient records, and attempted to extort U.S. medical providers. They gained access through stolen customer credentials, targeting older Cerner servers not yet migrated to Oracle’s cloud. Oracle discovered the breach in February and is helping healthcare clients identify affected patients. The FBI has launched an investigation as security concerns grow over Oracle’s handling of sensitive medical data.

Red Hat has introduced powerful updates to its AI portfolio, enhancing efficiency and scalability for enterprises deploying AI across hybrid cloud environments. With new capabilities in OpenShift AI and RHEL AI, including distributed model serving and AI Guardrails, businesses can now fine-tune, deploy, and manage AI models with greater flexibility. Red Hat also launched free AI training, empowering organizations to harness AI’s full potential.

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