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AWS – Amazon DynamoDB Accelerator (DAX) SDK for Go version 2 is now available
The Amazon DAX SDK for Go, version 2 (v2) is now available and is compatible with the AWS SDK for Go v2. The Amazon DAX SDK for Go v2 offers a modular architecture and features that improve developer productivity. DAX is a fully managed, highly available, in-memory cache for DynamoDB that can boost read performance […]
AWS – AWS Client VPN increases authorization rules and route quotas
Today, AWS announces increased quotas for AWS Client VPN, expanding routes per target network association to 100 and authorization rules per endpoint to 200. AWS Client VPN allows you to securely manage network routing and access control for your VPN connections. Previously, you were given default quota of 10 routes per association and 50 authorization […]
AWS – AWS announces the next generation of Amazon Connect where powerful AI improves every customer interaction
AWS announces the next generation of Amazon Connect, where powerful AI turns every customer touchpoint into a deeper relationship and better outcome. This comprehensive approach spans self-service, agent assistance, analytics, post-contact evaluation, and automated follow-up boosts sales and delights customers, while learning from every touchpoint. The next generation of Amazon Connect can be enabled with […]
GCP – Five tips and tricks to improve your AI workloads
Recently, we announced Gemini Code Assist for individuals, a free version of our AI coding assistant. Technology that was previously available only to the biggest enterprises is now within reach for startups and individual developers. The same applies to the AI/ML related infrastructure like powerful GPUs, specialized TPUs, or extremely efficient storage solutions. But despite […]
GCP – Cloud CISO Perspectives: 5 tips for secure AI success
Welcome to the first Cloud CISO Perspectives for March 2025. Today, Royal Hansen, vice-president, Engineering, and Nick Godfrey, Office of the CISO senior director, discuss how new AI Protection capabilities in Security Command Center fit in with our overall approach to securing AI — and offer five tips on how organizations can ensure secure AI […]
GCP – Google + Wiz: Strengthening Multicloud Security
Today, Google Cloud announced the signing of a definitive agreement to acquire Wiz to better provide businesses and governments with more choice in how they protect themselves. Together with Wiz, we are excited about the potential to provide customers with a comprehensive security platform that protects modern IT environments. We wanted to answer a few […]
GCP – Gemini in Workspace apps and the Gemini app are first to achieve FedRAMP High authorization
Building on Google’s commitment to provide secure and innovative AI solutions for the public sector, Gemini in Workspace apps and the Gemini app are the first generative AI assistants for productivity and collaboration suites to have achieved FedRAMP High authorization. This enables agencies to confidently deploy Gemini’s advanced AI capabilities today, within the stringent FedRAMP […]
AWS – Amazon Redshift Serverless now supports Current and Trailing Tracks for release updates
Amazon Redshift Serverless is now available on two different release cycles – Current Track and Trailing Track. With the Current Track you will get the most up-to-date certified release version with the latest features, security updates, and performance enhancements. With the Trailing Track you will be on the previous certified release. With the Trailing Track […]
AWS – AWS announces new upgrades to the Amazon Q Business browser extension
Today, AWS announced several upgrades to the Amazon Q Business browser extension to enhance its utility and improve user efficiency when performing browser-based tasks. The upgrades include company knowledge access, in-line PDF support, the ability to delete previous attachments from conversation context, image file attachment support, and an expanded prompt context window. With the new upgrades, […]
AWS – Amazon Connect Tasks now support durations up to 90 days
Amazon Connect Tasks can now be configured to expire up to 90 days from creation, with a default of 7 days. For example, tasks like auto repairs can take weeks to complete or that have longer follow-up times can stay active for up to 90 days before being escalated to a supervisor, while more time-critical […]