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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. 
How Can You Enhance Cloud Security for Ultimate Data Protection?
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How Can You Enhance Cloud Security for Ultimate Data Protection?

As the digital world becomes increasingly interconnected, both individuals and enterprises are entrusting the cloud with sensitive information, making robust security measures more crucial than ever. Cloud security is paramount in protecting sensitive information from breaches, unauthorized access, and sophisticated cyber threats. Documents, from financial records and personal data to proprietary business information and healthcare details, are often stored on

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Publicis Sapient and Google Cloud Partner to Drive AI Adoption
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Publicis Sapient and Google Cloud Partner to Drive AI Adoption

Publicis Sapient, a prominent digital business transformation company, has officially announced a strategic endeavor with Google Cloud. This collaborative venture aims to accelerate the adoption of generative AI across a multitude of industries. By establishing a specialized Google Business Unit within Publicis Sapient, the partnership plans to address the growing market demand for Google’s cutting-edge AI technologies. The dedicated unit

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Check Point’s CloudGuard Named Leader for Cloud Security in GigaOm Report
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Check Point’s CloudGuard Named Leader for Cloud Security in GigaOm Report

In a major acknowledgment of its innovation and leadership in cloud security, Check Point Software Technologies has been named a Leader and Fast Mover in GigaOm’s Radar Report for Cloud-Native Application Protection Platforms (CNAPPs) for its CloudGuard solution. The recognition underscores Check Point’s pivotal role in securing cloud-native applications and highlights its commitment to providing robust, scalable protection for evolving

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How Are Akamai’s Enhancements Tackling Growing Cybersecurity Threats?
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How Are Akamai’s Enhancements Tackling Growing Cybersecurity Threats?

Akamai Technologies has recently made significant upgrades to its cloud security solutions, expanding its Guardicore Segmentation for cloud-native resources on Amazon Web Services (AWS) and enhancing its Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) product to boost application performance. These changes come at a crucial time, as the Verizon 2024 Data Breach Investigations Report highlighted an alarming trend: 32% of data breaches

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How Does Versa Cloud Firewall for AWS Enhance Cloud Security?
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How Does Versa Cloud Firewall for AWS Enhance Cloud Security?

In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, where businesses are increasingly relying on cloud-based solutions, ensuring robust cloud security has become a paramount concern. The recent launch of Versa Cloud Firewall for AWS addresses these concerns by offering a pay-as-you-go model through the AWS Marketplace. This innovative approach is designed to provide enterprises with flexible and scalable cloud firewall protection on demand

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How Will Exponential-e Boost Public Sector Cloud Services via G-Cloud 14?
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How Will Exponential-e Boost Public Sector Cloud Services via G-Cloud 14?

With the recent designation as a supplier under the Crown Commercial Service’s (CCS) G-Cloud 14 Framework, Exponential-e is poised to make significant strides in enhancing the UK’s public sector cloud services. This framework, which succeeds G-Cloud 13, offers an expansive array of cloud-based services to public sector organizations throughout the United Kingdom. To this end, Exponential-e is set to provide

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Swedish Companies Use Waste Heat for Sustainable Greenhouses
Data Centres and Virtualization
Swedish Companies Use Waste Heat for Sustainable Greenhouses

In a groundbreaking collaboration, Swedish companies Vinga Group and WA3RM are set to develop three commercial greenhouses across Scandinavia, utilizing waste heat from data centers and a cardboard factory in an effort to promote sustainable food production. By tapping into the otherwise lost heat energy, these innovative projects seek to highlight the growing trend towards circular industrial practices and environmental

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Meta Plans $5 Billion AI Data Center in Louisiana’s Richland Parish
Data Centres and Virtualization
Meta Plans $5 Billion AI Data Center in Louisiana’s Richland Parish

Meta Platforms, the owner of Facebook and Instagram, is strategically planning another multi-billion-dollar artificial intelligence (AI) data center in the Southern United States, specifically on a large 2,250-acre agricultural property in Richland Parish, Louisiana. This ambitious project, which has been designated ‘Project Sucre,’ is being coordinated by the firm Laidley. A term sheet has already been signed between Laidley and

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Balancing Power and Sustainability in Data Centers Amid AI Growth
Data Centres and Virtualization
Balancing Power and Sustainability in Data Centers Amid AI Growth

The growing intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and data centers has illuminated a pressing challenge: balancing the increasing power consumption needs with sustainability goals. As AI proliferates across various industries such as healthcare, finance, manufacturing, and agriculture, data centers bear the brunt of this expansion, grappling with the need for greater efficiency and a more sustainable operational model. AI advancements

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Transforming Data Centers to Support Grid and Manage Energy Demand
Data Centres and Virtualization
Transforming Data Centers to Support Grid and Manage Energy Demand

As the world continues to see a rising demand for electricity driven by the proliferation of data centers, energy analysts and policymakers are exploring new strategies to address this growing concern. According to a recent policy brief from the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE), one promising approach is to transform data centers into valuable assets that can support

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Can Power Capping Make Data Centers More Energy Efficient and Sustainable?
Data Centres and Virtualization
Can Power Capping Make Data Centers More Energy Efficient and Sustainable?

In an age where artificial intelligence and cloud computing are advancing faster than ever, data centers are facing unprecedented challenges, particularly when it comes to energy consumption. These data hubs, which serve as the backbone of digital operations globally, have enormous power demands that continue to grow alongside technological advancements. The situation presents a crucial dilemma: how can data centers

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How is AI Enhancing Productivity and Job Satisfaction at Work?
Enterprise Applications
How is AI Enhancing Productivity and Job Satisfaction at Work?

Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the job market and workplace productivity in ways that were once unimaginable. Contrary to the common fear that AI will replace human jobs, it is enhancing efficiency and job satisfaction by automating repetitive tasks and allowing employees to focus on more complex, fulfilling work. This article explores the innovative mechanisms by which AI tools, such

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