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How to stop data lakes from getting swamped

Mon, 30th Apr 2018
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Data lakes can quickly turn into data swamps if not managed properly, but there are ways to keep them dynamic and valuable business assets.
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Cyxtera expands data center colocation portfolio with new on-demand connectivity offerings

Mon, 30th Apr 2018
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Cyxtera Technologies has launched a software-powered data center architecture that allows on-demand provisioning for colocation services.
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A data center in a data center: 3 key features of NTT Communications' new facility

Mon, 30th Apr 2018
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NTT Communications' new Tokyo No. 10 Data Center in Mitaka boasts top reliability, global network integration, and advanced earthquake safety features.
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Edge data centers, colocation growth and automation: 3 market observations from Innovation Summit Paris

Mon, 30th Apr 2018
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Statistics from the Cisco Global Cloud Index estimate IoT has the potential to generate 275 times more data than IP traffic by 2020.
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Data center operations optimized like a race car team

Fri, 27th Apr 2018
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Running an effective data center operations team involves many of the same elements that go into running a successful performance race car team.
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Alibaba, Fonterra turn to blockchain to ramp up NZ's 'clean, green' rep

Fri, 27th Apr 2018
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Alibaba is piloting a blockchain-based supply chain model in Australia and New Zealand to improve traceability and transparency.
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Five key features of Nakivo Backup & Replication v7.4

Fri, 27th Apr 2018
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Virtualisation cloud backup company Nakivo has released version 7.4 of Backup & Replication, complete with 11 new features.
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Equinix adds support for new Google Cloud platform

Thu, 26th Apr 2018
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Equinix partners with Google Cloud to offer global connectivity, expanding access to Google Cloud Platform and Dedicated Interconnect services.
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Why the GDPR is necessary and key to the tech future

Thu, 26th Apr 2018
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GDPR: A necessary first step in protecting personal data and privacy in our increasingly digitized world, says Schneider Electric.
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A new era for VMware cloud market as Rackspace launches PCaaS platform

Thu, 26th Apr 2018
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Rackspace and VMware have launched Private Cloud Everywhere, a platform that brings cloud servers and storage to data centers worldwide.
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Colt launches low latency connectivity between ASX and CME exchanges

Tue, 24th Apr 2018
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Colt Technology Services unveils an ultra low latency link between ASX and CME, claiming it offers the industry's lowest latency, vital for HFT in Asia Pacific.
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United Nations' telco union launches ICT data and report library

Tue, 24th Apr 2018
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New digital library launched by the @ITU provides access to key global ICT data and reports worldwide. #DigitalLibrary #ICTData.
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NTT Com completes acquisition of Secure-24

Mon, 23rd Apr 2018
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NTT Com has completed its acquisition of Secure-24, enhancing its global managed services portfolio and aiming to meet rising hybrid IT demands.
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Thailand 4.0 picks up speed following Alibaba investment

Mon, 23rd Apr 2018
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The strategic partnership between the technology giant and the Government of Thailand seeks to push the development of the nation's digital economy.
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Report: Is social media marketing worth the hype?

Mon, 23rd Apr 2018
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A report from Pure SEO reveals a 31.3% rise in website visits from social media in 2017, yet experts advise a diversified digital marketing approach.
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Huawei Storage pushes hybrid cloud under 'Data on Demand' vision

Mon, 23rd Apr 2018
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At the 15th Global Analyst Summit in Shenzhen, Huawei Storage unveiled enhanced hybrid cloud abilities aimed at supporting its 'Data on Demand' vision.
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Tibco BusinessWorks Container Edition adds support for Cloud Foundry Platform

Mon, 23rd Apr 2018
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Tibco Software integrates its BusinessWorks Container Edition with Cloud Foundry Container Runtime and Pivotal Cloud Foundry 2.0.
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Asia's top workplaces named...here's where Rackspace placed

Fri, 20th Apr 2018
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Rackspace's workplace culture has been recognized as one of the best in Asia by Great Places to Work, ranking 9th overall.
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VMware, Singtel gear up to address digital transformation in APAC

Fri, 20th Apr 2018
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Singtel and VMware partner to launch Digital Transformation Foundry in Singapore, offering new digital solutions to companies across Asia Pacific.
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Equinix closes Metronode deal: Everything you need to know about the acquisition

Thu, 19th Apr 2018
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Equinix's acquisition of Metronode, adding 10 data centres across Australia, enhances its footprint, particularly in Perth, Canberra, Adelaide, and Brisbane.