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AWS – Announcing LlamaIndex support for Amazon Neptune to build GraphRAG applications
Starting today, you can build Graph Retrieval-Augmented Generation (GraphRAG) applications by combining knowledge graphs stored in Amazon Neptune and LlamaIndex, a popular open-source framework for building applications with Large Language Models (LLM) such as those available in Amazon Bedrock. Customers looking to build Generative AI applications often use Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) to improve LLM output […]

AWS – Amazon MWAA supports FIPS 140-2 compliant endpoints in US and Canada Regions
Amazon Managed Workflows for Apache Airflow (MWAA) now offers Federal Information Processing Standard (FIPS) 140-2 validated endpoints to help you protect sensitive information. These endpoints terminate Transport Layer Security (TLS) sessions using a FIPS 140-2 validated cryptographic software module, making it easier for you to use Amazon MWAA for regulated workloads. Amazon MWAA is a […]

GCP – Google Cloud Research Innovators launch fourth cohort to drive innovation
Now in its fourth year, the Google Cloud Research Innovators program is proud to announce 23 new participants who have been selected for their innovative ideas and commitment to solving some of today’s most difficult challenges using AI and cloud computing technology. This year’s cohort will collaborate with each other and Google experts to accelerate […]

AWS – Amazon Redshift announces Snapshot Isolation as the default for Provisioned clusters
Starting today, Amazon Redshift is making snapshot isolation as the default for provisioned clusters when you create a new cluster or restore a cluster from a snapshot. The database isolation level will remain unchanged on your existing provisioned clusters unless explicitly changed. You can switch to serializable at any time if it is your preferred […]

AWS – Amazon SES launches Mail Manager to help manage complex inbound and outbound email workloads
Today, Amazon Simple Email Service (SES) announces the general availability of Mail Manager, a suite of email management features designed to streamline complex email operations for businesses of all sizes. With Mail Manager, companies can centralize their email infrastructure, applying unified policies and rules to manage both inbound and outbound email flows through a single […]

Azure – Public preview: Azure Log Analytics enhances resilience with workspace replication across regions
Azure Log Analytics is announcing Workspace Replication, a new capability that enhances workspace resilience by enabling you to switch your workspace operation to another region if your primary region isn’t healthy. Read More for the details.

Azure – Preview: Windows gRPC support is now available on App Service
gRPC support for App Service Windows now in preview Read More for the details.

GCP – Enabling modern manufacturing outcomes with AI, edge, and modern infrastructure
Emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI), edge computing, and software infrastructure are opening new doors for manufacturers to redefine operational efficiency, product quality, and safety standards. However, the complexity of implementing and scaling these cutting-edge solutions across diverse manufacturing environments and locations remains a challenge. At the forefront of this technological wave is Google […]

GCP – UPS leverages BigQuery and Striim for AI-secured package delivery
UPS Capital® is leveraging Google’s Data Cloud and AI technologies to safeguard packages from porch piracy. With more than 300 million American consumers turning to online shopping, UPS Capital has seen its customers face significant challenges in securing their package delivery ecosystem. Now, the company is leveraging its digital capabilities and access to data to […]
GCP – Cloud SQL: Rapid prototyping of AI-powered apps with Vertex AI
Developers seeking to leverage the power of machine learning (ML) on their PostgreSQL data often find themselves grappling with complex integrations and steep learning curves. Cloud SQL for PostgreSQL now bridges this gap, allowing you to tap into cutting-edge ML models and vector generation techniques offered by Vertex AI, directly within your SQL queries. Now, […]