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Maison Edwards

Maison Edwards has a dedicated following interested in a wide range of IT-related topics, which include, Cloud, Data Centres and Virtualization, Enterprise Applications, and Storage. Of particular interest to his audience are the ways these technologies build and rely on each other, which Maison is easily able to communicate through his writings. A particular highlight of his work is the ways in which it has been able to help organizations accelerate their migration to cloud and to realize the benefits of infrastructure modernization. 
Are Six Zero-Days a Sign of a Hot Exploit Summer?
Cyber Security
Are Six Zero-Days a Sign of a Hot Exploit Summer?

Microsoft’s February 2026 Patch Tuesday update sent a palpable chill through the cybersecurity community, not because of the volume of fixes, but because of their alarming nature. While the total number of patches was roughly half that of the massive January release, this update addressed a far more pressing issue: six zero-day vulnerabilities that were already being actively exploited in

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SSHStalker Botnet Revives Old Tactics for Cloud Attacks
Cloud
SSHStalker Botnet Revives Old Tactics for Cloud Attacks

Today, we’re joined by Dominic Jainy, an IT professional whose extensive expertise in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and blockchain provides a unique lens through which to view modern cybersecurity threats. We’ll be dissecting a newly uncovered Linux botnet, SSHStalker, a fascinating hybrid that merges old-school tactics with modern automation. Our conversation will explore how this botnet complicates detection by using

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UK MoD Taps Red Hat to Modernize With Cloud and AI
Cloud
UK MoD Taps Red Hat to Modernize With Cloud and AI

The United Kingdom’s Ministry of Defence (MoD) has embarked on a sweeping modernization initiative by formalizing a strategic enterprise agreement with open-source software provider Red Hat, a move designed to overhaul its vast and traditionally fragmented IT infrastructure. This landmark partnership establishes a standardized, modern foundation rooted in hybrid cloud, automation, and artificial intelligence technologies. Representing a significant leap forward

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Submer Acquires Radian Arc for Sovereign AI Cloud
Cloud
Submer Acquires Radian Arc for Sovereign AI Cloud

In an increasingly data-sensitive world where national governments and regulated industries are placing a premium on data locality, the demand for sovereign cloud solutions that keep critical information within a country’s borders has surged, creating a significant challenge for global technology providers. Addressing this trend head-on, Submer, a company that has evolved from a specialist in liquid cooling to a

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Leighton to Manage eaga Trust’s AWS Cloud Operations
Cloud
Leighton to Manage eaga Trust’s AWS Cloud Operations

The invisible architecture supporting modern charitable work is increasingly built not of brick and mortar but of complex, code-driven cloud infrastructure, posing a critical question for mission-focused organizations. In a significant move that underscores this reality, the eaga Trust, a charity dedicated to supporting its members since 1999, has selected technology firm Leighton to manage its entire Amazon Web Services

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What Is Driving NorthC’s Frankfurt Data Center Expansion?
Data Centres and Virtualization
What Is Driving NorthC’s Frankfurt Data Center Expansion?

The relentless surge in digital traffic is compelling data center operators to make decisive, high-stakes investments, and NorthC’s latest acquisition near Frankfurt exemplifies a calculated move to secure a strategic position in one of Europe’s most vital digital arenas. This expansion is not merely about adding capacity; it represents a sophisticated response to intense market demand, regulatory pressures, and the

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Is Kansas City Google’s Next Data Center Hub?
Data Centres and Virtualization
Is Kansas City Google’s Next Data Center Hub?

Introduction A surge of digital infrastructure development is quietly reshaping the American heartland, turning unassuming landscapes into critical nodes for the global flow of information. This transformation is particularly evident in Kansas City, where a technology giant is making a multi-billion dollar bet on the region’s future. The purpose of this article is to explore the key questions surrounding Google’s

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AI Is Forcing Open Source to Become More Exclusive
AI and ML
AI Is Forcing Open Source to Become More Exclusive

The initial promise of artificial intelligence in software development was a vision of profound democratization, a future where the barriers to entry for contributing to complex projects would crumble, empowering a new generation of creators. However, the reality now materializing presents a stark and unsettling paradox; instead of fostering an environment of open collaboration, the proliferation of AI-powered coding agents

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AI Alignment Vulnerability – Review
Cloud
AI Alignment Vulnerability – Review

The rapid advancement of large-scale artificial intelligence models represents a significant transformation in the technology sector, but recent research reveals a critical, newly-discovered vulnerability where AI safety mechanisms can be systematically dismantled through the training process itself. This review will explore the core technique, its key features, performance impact, and the profound implications it has for enterprise applications and the

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Are Geopolitics Reshaping the Global Cloud?
Cloud
Are Geopolitics Reshaping the Global Cloud?

The once-limitless digital sky of cloud computing is now being carved into distinct national airspaces, fundamentally altering the flow of global data and challenging the very architecture of our interconnected world. What began as a disruptive technology promising a borderless realm for innovation and commerce is now confronting the hard realities of national borders and political interests. This collision of

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What Is OVHcloud’s New Bare Metal 2026 Line?
Cloud
What Is OVHcloud’s New Bare Metal 2026 Line?

Introduction The relentless expansion of data-intensive applications and complex digital services is pushing the boundaries of traditional server performance and efficiency, demanding infrastructure that is both powerful and predictable. In response to this evolving landscape, OVHcloud has introduced a significant refresh of its dedicated server portfolio. This article serves as a comprehensive frequently asked questions guide to the Bare Metal

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Fortinet Upgrades FortiCNAPP for Unified Cloud Risk Management
Cloud
Fortinet Upgrades FortiCNAPP for Unified Cloud Risk Management

In a significant enhancement to its cloud security portfolio aimed at cutting through the noise of digital transformation, Fortinet has upgraded its FortiCNAPP to deliver a unified and context-aware approach to managing cloud risk. The core of this update is the strategic integration of previously siloed security signals—specifically network posture, data sensitivity, and runtime validation—into a single, cohesive workflow. This

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