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A look at some of the big data centre openings in 2019 so far
Hyperscale

A look at some of the big data centre openings in 2019 so far

Alibaba Cloud, Facebook, and Oracle - among others - have already opened major facilities this year, so here's a round-up.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Sat, 23rd Feb 2019
How hybrid will shape the cloud battle in 2019
DevOps

How hybrid will shape the cloud battle in 2019

In 2019, hyperscale cloud giants like AWS, Microsoft, and Google will fiercely compete to dominate the lucrative hybrid cloud solutions market.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Mon, 7th Jan 2019
Accenture 'largest Oracle Cloud integrator in ANZ'
Cloud Services

Accenture 'largest Oracle Cloud integrator in ANZ'

Accenture acquires PrimeQ, cementing its position as the top Oracle Cloud integrator in Australia and New Zealand, bolstering digital transformations.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 11th Dec 2018
Google Cloud CEO stepping down to welcome ex-Oracle exec
Hyperscale

Google Cloud CEO stepping down to welcome ex-Oracle exec

Google Cloud has grown significantly under Greene's tenure, but has involved tens of billions of dollars and little gains on AWS and Azure.

By Ashton Young • 4 min read • Mon, 19th Nov 2018
Oracle announces new global regions for data centres
Distributed Denial of Service

Oracle announces new global regions for data centres

The company made enhancements to its Oracle Cloud Infrastructure on top of an updated global data centre region roadmap.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Fri, 26th Oct 2018
Oracle's bid to deliver end-to-end cloud security
Distributed Denial of Service

Oracle's bid to deliver end-to-end cloud security

Oracle enhances cloud security with new technologies, including WAF, DDoS protection, CASB, and KMS, integrating AI for end-to-end threat defence.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Oct 2018
Oracle's Ellison calls out Amazon with next-gen cloud
Hyperscale

Oracle's Ellison calls out Amazon with next-gen cloud

Larry Ellison claims the rest of the cloud market is based on decade old technology with poor security, comparing Oracle's new offering with Amazon.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Tue, 23rd Oct 2018
Megaport opens up Oracle Cloud Infrastructure in London
Infrastructure-as-a-Service

Megaport opens up Oracle Cloud Infrastructure in London

Megaport recently announced the availability of dedicated and private access to Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (FastConnect) in London.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Fri, 29th Jun 2018
SuiteWorld recap: $1 billion in research and a reinvented SuiteCommerce now available
Fintech

SuiteWorld recap: $1 billion in research and a reinvented SuiteCommerce now available

NetSuite unveils a USD $1 billion investment into R&D and a reinvented SuiteCommerce at SuiteWorld, promising rapid implementation and enhanced features.

By Matthew Owens • 2 min read • Thu, 3rd May 2018
SuiteWorld recap: How the cloud has revolutionised the way businesses operate
Fintech

SuiteWorld recap: How the cloud has revolutionised the way businesses operate

Opening day of SuiteWorld is a great networking opportunity, with the #Hackathon4Good event taking center stage.

By Matthew Owens • 3 min read • Wed, 2nd May 2018
6 ways your manual payroll system could be increasing your risk profile
Human Capital Management

6 ways your manual payroll system could be increasing your risk profile

Using a manual payroll system? You're likely boosting your risk profile. Here are six reasons why an automated, cloud-based system is essential.

By Ruth Postle • 5 min read • Thu, 19th Apr 2018
“As revolutionary as the Internet” - Oracle CTO unveils new autonomous database
Hyperscale

“As revolutionary as the Internet” - Oracle CTO unveils new autonomous database

Oracle's Larry Ellison introduces new cloud database, claiming it's as revolutionary as the Internet. Takes aim at Amazon's offering.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Wed, 28th Mar 2018
Oracle to build 12 new data centers around the world
Cloud Services

Oracle to build 12 new data centers around the world

Oracle plans to build 12 new data centres globally to meet growing demand for cloud services, expanding its footprint across Asia, Europe, and the Americas.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Tue, 13th Feb 2018
Digital Realty adds direct access to Oracle Cloud
Hybrid Cloud

Digital Realty adds direct access to Oracle Cloud

A total of 59 Digital Realty data centers support private connections to Oracle's Infrastructure as a Service.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Wed, 24th Jan 2018
How to leverage the triple threat of HR, Finance and Payroll in the cloud
Digital Transformation

How to leverage the triple threat of HR, Finance and Payroll in the cloud

'90s lyrics inspire agile cloud-led transformations for Finance, HR & Payroll integration, future-proofing businesses.

By Julia Gabel • 6 min read • Tue, 12th Dec 2017
NEXTGEN​ adds value for partners with new enablement space
Infrastructure-as-a-Service

NEXTGEN​ adds value for partners with new enablement space

NEXTGEN has launched the Oracle Cloud Centre of Excellence as part of its proposition to reinvent distribution.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Wed, 29th Nov 2017
Why progressive CFOs are taking payroll to the cloud
Digital Transformation

Why progressive CFOs are taking payroll to the cloud

We need to talk about the elephant in the room. We need to talk about Payroll - arguably the most critical function of your business.

By Ruth Postle • 5 min read • Wed, 25th Oct 2017

Stories from Other Regions

Oracle provider PrimeQ appoints David MacLeod to its board
Cloud Services

Oracle provider PrimeQ appoints David MacLeod to its board

In addition to his governance role, MacLeod will work closely with the PrimeQ NZ management team in a mentoring and business development capacity.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Mon, 19th Feb 2018