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Java License Monitoring - Why you need to monitor your Java licenses and how to do so

Java license monitoring has now become an essential requirement for many organizations as Oracle’s recent licensing changes have made compliance mandatory, with increased risks of audits and higher Java licensing compliance costs. Once a free programming platform, Java now requires navigating a complex licensing framework, including employee-based models that tie costs to the size of a workforce. These changes significantly increase the risk of unbudgeted expenses for licensing violations.

Best practices for end-to-end custom metrics governance

Custom metrics enable you to track what matters to your distinct business and services and correlate it with the rest of your telemetry data. As your organization grows by adding more teams, services, and environments, your volume of custom metrics can grow with it. To ensure critical visibility while maintaining cost efficiency, organizations need an end-to-end approach to custom metrics governance.

Monitor OpenTelemetry-native metrics with Datadog

OpenTelemetry (OTel) is emerging as the industry standard for collecting and transmitting observability data. Datadog supports several ways to send and accept OTel-native data, while also continuing to support its own native telemetry format. To provide a consistent monitoring experience, Datadog now supports using OTel-native metrics alongside Datadog-native metrics across dashboards, queries, and core visualizations in the Datadog platform.

How CloudZero's OpenAI Integration Provides Unprecedented AI Unit Economic Insights

AI spending continues to accelerate. In 2025, experts project that companies will collectively spend about $644 billion on generative AI alone — a whopping 76.4% increase from 2024. This puts it a mere $79 billion behind the public cloud as a whole, signaling the most seismic interval of new infrastructure investment since the dawn of the public cloud.

Convert security data into insights, Daren Goeson SVP Product Management, SUEM, Ivanti

In today's digital landscape, data is the lifeblood of any organization. However, Ivanti’s new research report, Exposure Management: Transforming Cybersecurity from Subjective to Objective: (ivanti.com/proactive-security) finds that modern enterprises are data-rich but information-poor. So how can data standardization in cybersecurity help organizations break down data silos, improve data quality and ultimately enhance their security posture?

How to define and measure risk tolerance, Mike Riemer, Field CISO, Ivanti

Ivanti research shows that a large majority of companies (83%) report they have a framework for defining risk tolerance. However, 51% say they do not follow their existing risk tolerance framework. Why is this such a challenge? In this video, Ivanti cybersecurity expert, Mike Riemer addresses the significant challenges security professionals face when measuring and managing risk exposure and offers strategies for cybersecurity teams to develop and follow an organization risk tolerance framework.

How to evaluate enterprise risk appetite, Mike Riemer, Field CISO, Ivanti

How do you determine your organization's risk appetite? For both CISOs and all other executive stakeholders understanding your enterprise's risk appetite is crucial for success. When an organization knows how much risk it is willing to accept, it can pursue opportunities that align with its risk appetite while avoiding those that might expose it to undue risk. In this video, cybersecurity expert Mike Reimer explains how taking a data-driven, objective approach to risks elevates cybersecurity to a core business enabler.

What Makes a Corporate Headshot Look Professional?

A professional corporate headshot is more than just a nice picture - it's a visual introduction. What sets it apart is attention to detail in lighting, background, posture, and expression. Good lighting flatters the face without harsh shadows. A clean, uncluttered background keeps the focus on you. Posture should be confident but relaxed, while the expression should strike a balance between friendly and professional.

Proven Tactics to Strengthen Business Performance

Running a business involves making constant decisions that affect growth, customer satisfaction, and financial results. In a competitive environment where customers are more informed and selective, improving performance is a moving target. Owners and leaders often face difficult trade-offs, balancing marketing with operations, and innovation with consistency. The challenge lies not just in keeping up with others, but in setting new standards within your market. The following methods are grounded in practice and deliver meaningful gains when implemented with clarity and consistency.

Practical Tips on Locating the Perfect Storage Space for Your Needs

Finding the right storage space can save you time, reduce stress, and help protect your belongings from damage or loss. Whether you're moving, downsizing, or just looking to clear out some space at home, choosing a storage facility should involve more than a quick online search and a hasty booking. Factors such as security, accessibility, size, cost, and climate control all play a part in ensuring your items remain in good condition until you need them again. Exploring these details carefully can prevent future regret and give you peace of mind.