Building upon pervasive encryption, IBM unveiled new Data Privacy Passports technology that clients can use to gain control over how data is stored and shared – enabling the ability to protect and provision data and revoke access to that data at any time, not only within the z15 environment but across an enterprise’s hybrid multicloud environment. z15 can also encrypt data everywhere – across hybrid multicloud environments – to help enterprises secure their data wherever it travels.
IBM z15: Ready to Rev up Hybrid Multicloud Environments with Instant Recovery
IBM announced IBM z15, a new enterprise platform delivering the ability to manage the privacy of customer data across hybrid multicloud environments. With z15, clients can manage who gets access to data via policy-based controls, with an industry-first capability to revoke access to data across the hybrid cloud.
IBM Launches New Mainframe the IBM z15
IBM launches new mainframe IBM z15. Announced today, this new model represents the 15th generation of this high-end server since the shift to CMOS processors in the mid 1990s. The z15 is an integral part of IBM strategy around hybrid multi-cloud, positioning the server as a foundational layer for mission critical workloads.
IBM Wisely Goes Open Source With Its Power CPU Architecture
IBM has slowly lost ground as a supplier of CPUs to third parties, but still builds a promising CPU that could benefit open source developers. By going open source, with its Power CPU reference architecture, the company is well positioned to address those that embrace open stack and aid in the development of more processors to run open stack.
Platform9 Raises $25 Million Series D, Looks Like One To Watch
Platform9, a fully managed hybrid cloud platform has raised its D series with many large VC’s getting behind it. Why I think the company is one to watch.
IBM Deepens Its Commitment To Blockchain As Part of New Supply Chain Partnership
IBM is deepening their commitment to blockchain by being part of the Trust Your Supplier network built on the IBM Blockchain Platform. Why this partnership is important to the company’s bets on blockchain.
Intel Q2 Earnings: Strong Performance Should Quash Negative Sentiment
Pre-earnings call, many analysts were betting against Intel (INTC) this quarter based upon competition, china and chip shortage, but results are in and the company is up versus expectations and continuing to show strength. A look at the earnings and what’s ahead for Intel.
IBM Red Hat Acquisition Nets First Payoff With AT&T Contract
The IBM Red Hat acquisition nets its first big payoff with AT&T strategic alliance, multi-year, multi-billion dollar contract. IBM’s move, acquiring Red Hat in order to be the hybrid multi-cloud platform out there, was smart. Hybrid multi-cloud is not only the reality of the enterprise today, it’s the reality of all businesses. The ability to modernize apps, move them to the cloud, partner seamlessly with others, and manage everything in a hybrid cloud environment isn’t rocket science, it’s table stakes. I’m looking forward to seeing what’s on the horizon for these two.
IBM Q2 Earnings In — A Gain, Then a Slide. What I See Looking Forward
IBM Q2 earnings are in. We had a gain, then a slide, but all in all, they’ve got the right things in place moving forward. The company’s cloud commitment, the unique Z and LinuxONE offerings, and the company’s commitments in areas like Blockchain and AI are all sound positions in important emerging market spaces. Now CEO Ginni Rometty and team need to deliver on growth.
Equinix and IBM Up the Interconnectedness of Their Cloud Alliance
Equinix and IBM up the interconnectedness of their cloud alliance in a way that creates a clear competitive advantage for both companies in a variety of ways.