Industry News: January 31 – February 4
Every week we highlight cloud computing and technology news of interest. This week we’re covering a strong quarter for cloud infrastructure spending, what’s growing Google Cloud’s revenue, how VMware is planning to redefine its partner experience, how organizations are prioritizing security management, and how Amazon and Microsoft have become global leaders in the clean energy movement.
In a strong sign for cloud spending, IDC reports that cloud infrastructure spending jumped to $18.6 billion in Q3 2021, a 6.6% year-over-year increase. And investments in non-cloud infrastructure are increasing as well. Find out more in Help Net Security here.
Google’s parent company, Alphabet, is reporting strong numbers of their own, stating that Google Cloud revenue grew by 45% in Q4. What’s the primary source of that revenue? Learn more in CRN.
VMware is set to ‘change the game’ when it comes to partner relationships in 2022. So what exactly are they planning to do to improve the partner experience? Hear from VMware’s global channel chief in CRN here.
As cyberthreats continue to grow in volume and evolve in sophistication, it appears as though more organizations are prioritizing security. New research found that half of CIOs are prioritizing security management this year. And increasing cybersecurity protections is among top business initiatives as well. Dive into the details in CIO Dive here.
Amazon and Microsoft’s commitments to reduce carbon emissions have made them the global leaders in clean energy power purchase agreements made by corporations last year. How are they making this happen? GeekWire has more here.