Reuters is one of the many news outlets reporting on Amazon’s announcements it’s cutting hundreds of jobs, specifically in its Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud computing unit. The layoffs come following CEO Andy Jassy’s recent warning that the adoption of generative AI tools would result in job losses. It’s well known that AI adoption in […]
The conversations around data centres’ environmental impact are getting more intense. If you come across any AI-generated content online today, you’re sure to see a comment lamenting how much water that image or text costs. While the actual figures are more difficult to determine, the power requirements of data centres have indeed increased substantially in […]
The UK’s competition regulator is taking aim at Microsoft and Amazon, saying both companies are making it harder for others to compete in cloud computing. The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) said Thursday it’s pushing for a deeper investigation under the country’s new tech rules. According to the CMA, Microsoft and Amazon have carved out […]
After months of governance scandals that saw its auditor resign and major clients flee to competitors, Supermicro is betting everything on a redemption play centred around new leadership appointments and cutting-edge technology. The AI server specialist has installed a new CFO, Chief Compliance Officer, and Chief Accounting Officer and launched an ambitious product line – […]