We are excited to announce the publication of our 2023 State of Calico Open Source, Usage & Adoption report! The report compiles survey results from more than 1,200 Calico Open Source users from around the world, who are actively using Calico in their container and Kubernetes environments. It sheds light on how they are using Calico across various environments, while also highlighting different aspects of Calico’s adoption in terms of platforms, data planes, and policies.

Cloud costs are spiraling out of control at companies of all sizes. Here’s how to not let your cloud infrastructure costs handcuff your business.

Although the extended reality of the metaverse may seem like it belongs in a mystifying, somewhat distant future, we’re already living in it. It’s built on the integration of augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) in the physical world. Industry leaders are exploring how these emerging technologies can enrich existing business processes. What they’ve honed in on is that the metaverse has remarkable potential to transform the future of digital learning and work.

In its analysis of over 1,400 use cases from “Eye on Innovation” in Financial Services Awards, Gartner found that machine learning (ML) is the top technology used to empower innovations at financial services firms, with operational efficiency and cost optimisation as key intended business outcomes. ML is a branch of artificial intelligence (AI) that involves the development of algorithms and models capable of automatically learning and improving from data.

Access control is a vital security measure that manages user interactions with systems, networks, or resources, safeguarding sensitive information and preventing unauthorized access. By granting or denying specific permissions based on user roles, organizations ensure that only authorized individuals have access to data, mitigating the risk of data breaches and cyberattacks.

In the ever-evolving landscape of digital performance monitoring and observability, Apica has proven once again that it stands at the forefront of innovation. The recent recognition of Apica’s exceptional contributions comes in the form of the prestigious Silver Stevie Award in the Product & Service Category. The winners were announced in the 20th International Business Awards on August 14, 2023. We are elated to win the Silver Stevie Award in the category of (IoT) Analytics Solutions.

The trend continues to accelerate - even faster now. Cloud computing was already booming before 2020. But in the following two years, remote work flourished, and cloud adoption soared. Some companies have since returned to the office. Others are adopting hybrid models, where staff work from home and in the office. Yet there’s more to the rise and rise of cloud computing than remote working.

Azure Files is Microsoft’s robust file storage solution, offering the ability to access data seamlessly from various locations using standard protocols. But in the world of IT, where data is the heartbeat of operations, its safety is paramount. That’s where Azure Files Backup comes into play. In a digital era, where data loss can spell catastrophe, backing up your valuable files is more than a best practice; it’s a necessity.

The way content is created, distributed, and consumed has changed a lot over the last decade with the introduction of streaming and on-demand viewing. Media sector revenues are growing, but so is the cost to produce content and manage complex digital ecosystems. So how can media and broadcasting companies simplify network complexity and improve performance, all while delivering great content to hungry audiences? First, let’s look at the three key areas for connectivity in media and broadcasting.

A FedRAMP authorized, single source of truth for your multi-layer tech stack. Similar to private sector counterparts, government organizations are embracing innovative cloud strategies. Cloud migration can unlock powerful outcomes, but it doesn’t change the need for compliance and great application performance. Cisco AppDynamics GovAPM delivers both — and much more.