Big Data Articles
Oracle and Microsoft are introducing Oracle Database@Azure, giving customers direct access to Oracle database services running on Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) and deployed in Microsoft Azure data centers. According to the companies, Oracle Database@Azure delivers all the performance, scale, and workload availability advantages of Oracle Database on OCI with the security, flexibility, and best-in-class services of Microsoft Azure, including best-in-class AI services like Azure OpenAI.
Posted September 20, 2023
The role of the database administrator (DBA) has always been crucial to ensuring that databases are properly organized, secured, and optimized. But recent years have seen many significant changes in the field of database administration. Before talking about how it is changing, let's start by defining it. Database administration (or DBA) refers to the set of tasks and processes involved in managing and maintaining database systems (and the applications and users that access them). This includes everything from designing and creating databases to deploying, monitoring, and securing data across the enterprise.
Posted September 20, 2023
Pegasystems Inc., the low-code platform provider empowering the world's leading enterprises to Build for Change, is releasing the general availability of Pega Infinity '23, offering new capabilities that help organizations get closer to becoming an autonomous enterprise by unifying AI and automation to promote self-optimization that drives maximum efficiency and effectiveness.
Posted September 15, 2023
KX, a provider of vector and time-series data management, is releasing KDB.AI Cloud, a vector database for real-time contextual AI designed with a commitment to provide a superior developer experience. Unique among vector databases, KDB.AI Cloud enables developers to bring temporal and semantic context and relevancy to their AI-powered application, according to the company.
Posted September 14, 2023
Dremio, the easy and open data lakehouse, is debuting its next-generation Reflections technology, aiming to revolutionize the landscape of SQL query acceleration. According to the company, Dremio Reflections pave the way for sub-second analytics performance across an organization's entire data ecosystem, regardless of where the data resides. This transformative technology redefines data access and analysis, ensuring that insights can be derived swiftly and efficiently and at 1/3 the cost of a cloud data warehouse.
Posted September 14, 2023
Backblaze, Inc., a leading specialized cloud storage platform, announced the early access launch of Computer Backup v9.0, introducing one of the most requested computer backup features: a dedicated restore app for macOS and Windows clients that makes the process of restoring data more intuitive and streamlined.
Posted September 14, 2023
My fascination with AI began in 2009, when the technology was yet to gain mainstream traction. Today, the recent ChatGPT boom has made AI a normal topic of conversation, and there is no denying that it has become an integral part of our daily lives. From personalized social media recommendations to autonomous vehicles, many more people are aware of AI's potential to enhance our quality of life.
Posted September 14, 2023
Rocket Software released the latest versions of UniVerse and the MultiValue Performance Experience (MVX: Performance) platforms. UniVerse 11.4.1 is focused on High Availability/Disaster Recovery (HA/DR) with enhancements and improvements to Replication. UniVerse Replication ensures business continuity to minimize the risk of downtime and data loss.
Posted September 14, 2023
Zumasys is examining ways to integrate AI into its Rover product suite, according to the latest blog post by Mike Wright, director of technology at Zumasys. AI will be making its mark in Rover ERP through the Rover Web Suite of Products and the Rover Business Suite. The heart of this integration is "Rover AI," a chatbot assistant. Once it's part of the system, users who have the required access can avail of this assistant directly within the Rover interface.
Posted September 14, 2023
Data models allow for the expression of a great deal of clarity and precision—when the data modeler chooses to allow for it. Many designers seem to work in "sloppy" or "imprecise" mode. Entities are defined containing many nulls allowed attributes. Certainly, if in the existing situation the source data is so dirty that every defined attribute "should" apply, but randomly things are not passed on, then yes, the data model is accurate. However, if the condition is such that the object has many very similar sub-objects, and various combinations of attributes must be populated based on which sub-type is being instantiated, then the data model is not expressing those rules very well.
Posted September 14, 2023
The dramatic advances in generational AI—chatGPT in particular—have motivated almost all technology companies to find an AI story that can break through the heavily AI-oriented technology news feeds. It can be hard for database companies to tell an AI story. While most AI is data-driven and therefore dependent on database technology, advances in database technology have not in themselves driven advances in AI, and AI has generally not yet revolutionized database technology.
Posted September 14, 2023
Rocket Software recently created the "Doing More with MultiValue" podcast specifically for MultiValue enthusiasts seeking insights, advice, and inspiration. With seven episodes covering essential topics, this podcast promises to deliver a treasure trove of takeaways for businesses with MultiValue applications, according to Rocket Software.
Posted September 14, 2023
Entrinsik is releasing Informer 5.8, empowering users to create customized outputs while optimizing their workflows with two powerful new features: Templates and Letterheads. Templates are pixel-perfect output backed by data that can be seamlessly used in business workflows including Jobs. Letterheads are customized exports of datasets, ad hoc reports, and templates with brand identity, which includes watermarks, headers, footers.
Posted September 14, 2023
With the pandemic easing, a new normal has arrived, with several key technologies exploding on the scene—propelled by changes that occurred during COVID-19—hastening digital transformation as businesses shifted their digital strategies. MultiValue software vendors continue to address emerging challenges and opportunities that are affecting the IT landscape by frequently adding new features and integrations with other platforms and services, helping their loyal and committed customers to stay up-to-date with the latest technology trends.
Posted September 14, 2023
As the world slowly transitions to a post-covid landscape, organizations are looking at what the "new normal" is shaping up to be. To support organizations in navigating through new challenges and a rapidly evolving big data ecosystem, Big Data Quarterly presents 2023's "Big Data 75," a list of companies driving innovation and expanding what is possible in terms of collecting, storing, and extracting value from data.
Posted September 13, 2023
Denodo is receiving a $336 million investment by TPG, underscoring the strength of Denodo's solutions, growth, and potential in the data management space. TPG's investment in Denodo will help to further strengthen Denodo's balance sheet and accelerate the company's market initiatives on a global scale. With more than 300 companies in its portfolio, headquartered across 30 different countries, TPG brings deep expertise in the software business and a long trajectory of researching and building relationships to help drive transformational growth, according to Denodo.
Posted September 13, 2023
Logpoint is introducing new capabilities to its Converged SIEM platform, built on SIEM, SOAR, UEBA, and Business-Critical Security (BCS) technologies. According to the company, the new practical SOC-centered functions connect detection with investigation, automation, response, and orchestration to provide enhanced visibility, automation, and response, and improve the end-to-end functionality for end customers and MSSP partners.
Posted September 13, 2023
Ant Group Digital Technologies is launching a new brand called ZAN, comprising of a full suite of blockchain application development products and services for both institutional and individual Web3 developers. For institutional customers, ZAN provides a solution to help them issue and manage real world assets (RWAs) in compliance with local regulatory requirements.
Posted September 13, 2023
QANplatform is introducing a private blockchain that is both quantum-resistant and compatible with Ethereum's EVM, while also enabling developers to code smart contracts in any programming language. The NIST-recommended primary post-quantum algorithm has been foreseen and integrated into the quantum-resistant QAN Private Blockchain. This integration enhances the security of blockchain solutions built on the platform, rendering them resilient against potential attacks from quantum computers.
Posted September 13, 2023
ARPA Network, a permissionless, decentralized, secure computation network, is publicly launching MainNet, pioneering applications of Threshold Signature Scheme (TSS) technology, and taking a leading role in the industry. The ARPA Boneh-Lynn-Shacham Threshold Signature Scheme (BLS-TSS) Network is a decentralized cryptographic system designed to provide secure and reliable random number generation on the Ethereum blockchain.
Posted September 13, 2023
According to a report published by Allied Market Research, the global mainframe market was estimated at $2.09 billion in 2017, and is expected to hit $2.90 billion by 2025, registering a CAGR of 4.3% from 2018-2025. Growth in demand for high-performance computing, development of IoT landscape, and rise in adoption of the mainframe as a service fuel the growth of the global mainframe market. On the other hand, lack of mainframe skilled professionals and high costs restrain the growth to certain extent.
Posted September 13, 2023
Teradata is introducing ask.ai, a new generative AI capability for VantageCloud Lake designed to allow anyone with approved access to ask questions of their company's data and receive instant responses from VantageCloud Lake. By reducing the need for complex coding and querying, ask.ai can dramatically increase productivity, speed, and efficiency for technical users and expands analytic use to non-technical roles, who can now also use Teradata's powerful, cloud-native platform to sift through mountains of data and draw insights, according to the company.
Posted September 12, 2023
Salesforce is offering the general availability of Bring Your Own Lake (BYOL) Data Sharing with the Snowflake Data Cloud from Salesforce Data Cloud. This builds on Salesforce and Snowflake's existing partnership to bring together data storage and actionable insights for their customers, according to the companies.
Posted September 12, 2023
BMC, a global leader in software solutions for the Autonomous Digital Enterprise, released findings from its 18th annual mainframe survey, further reinforcing the value of the mainframe and its continued growth as a platform. According to BMC, a newfound appreciation for the mainframe's resilience and scalability emerged from the heavy reliance on technology through the shifting digital landscape resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Posted September 11, 2023
Google is building a $600 million data center in Mesa, Arizona, the latest infrastructure project to help support the company's efforts in artificial intelligence and cloud business computing. According to the company, the new data center will help power things like Google Search, Gmail, Maps, Google Cloud, and other products and services.
Posted September 11, 2023
Rocket Software, a global technology leader that develops enterprise software for some of the world's largest companies, is acquiring B.O.S., a leading German-based software company that provides data integration solutions. B.O.S.' flagship product, tcVISION, now called Rocket Data Replicate and Sync, will join Rocket Software's portfolio of modernization products that add scale, flexibility, and security to an organization's existing infrastructure.
Posted September 11, 2023
IBM is expanding the IBM Cloud Security and Compliance Center, a suite of modernized cloud security and compliance solutions designed to help enterprises mitigate risk and protect data across their hybrid, multi-cloud environments and workloads. Research from IBM revealed that more than 77% of global business leaders have adopted a hybrid cloud approach, yet more than half of respondents are still concerned about security and believe compliance in the cloud is too difficult to maintain.
Posted September 11, 2023
What are the key pain points that produce slow time to value with today's geospatial data technology implementations? Foursquare SVP of engineering Ankit Patel explained how to utilize geospatial data effectively during his presentation at Data Summit 2023.
Posted September 08, 2023
Collibra, the Data Intelligence company, is acquiring Husprey, a leading integrated SQL data notebook platform, integrating Husprey into the Collibra Data Intelligence Cloud to enable a last mile solution to the data intelligence journey by providing further context, meaning, and insights from data found through Collibra.
Posted September 07, 2023
Qmulos, a next-generation compliance, security, and risk management automation provider, is updating its flagship technology platform, Q-Compliance V4.3.0, an all-in-one solution that optimizes risk management efforts with real-time continuous monitoring. The upgrades introduce new versions of supporting apps and technical add-ons for data onboarding, assessment, and continuous monitoring of controls.
Posted September 07, 2023
Presidio, a global digital services and solution provider, is forming an extensive partnership with Nasuni Corporation, a leading provider of file data services, enabling Nasuni to optimize AWS Cloud use and reduce OpEX with Presidio's Proactive Recapture into Savings Management (PRISM) program. In addition, Nasuni has signed a multi-year business agreement with Presidio to simplify how companies store, protect, and manage file data in hybrid cloud environments.
Posted September 06, 2023
To help customers leverage Oracle's integrated suite of cloud applications to better track and measure ESG initiatives, the company is launching five new ESG configuration guides for Oracle Fusion Applications. The new configuration guides, which are available on Oracle.com, provide step-by-step instructions to capture environmental data during day-to-day operations and build sustainability into the foundation of business processes.
Posted September 06, 2023
MosaicML, a software development provider that offers infrastructure and tools for building large-scale machine learning models, selected Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) as its preferred cloud infrastructure to help enterprises extract more value from their data.
Posted September 06, 2023
VMware, Inc. is expanding its ongoing partnership with Oracle to help customers modernize their VMware workloads on Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI). Under the expanded partnership, customers will be able to subscribe to Oracle Cloud VMware Solution as part of VMware Cloud Universal, a flexible purchasing and consumption program that helps businesses simplify procurement and accelerate adoption of eligible VMware Cloud services.
Posted September 06, 2023
Cloud computing has revolutionized the way businesses operate and has fundamentally changed the role of database administrators (DBAs). Traditionally, DBAs have been responsible for the installation, maintenance, and management of on-prem databases. However, in the age of cloud computing, DBAs are required to adapt to new technologies, methodologies, and tools.
Posted September 06, 2023
Domo is launching Domo.AI, a portfolio of comprehensive and flexible artificial intelligence (AI) services, powered by the company's data experience platform, enabling users to access and capitalize on the broad possibilities of AI and have meaningful AI-powered experiences.
Posted September 05, 2023
Blend360, a leading data science solutions provider, is introducing a suite of new generative artificial intelligence features to help drive clients' business performance. ?According to the company, Blend360's foundation in innovative data science solutions seamlessly integrates with the generative AI landscape.
Posted September 01, 2023
Qlik announced it has successfully achieved Google Cloud Ready - Cloud SQL Designation for Cloud SQL for both Qlik Data Integration and Talend Data Fabric, increasing customer confidence to combine these solutions with Google Cloud to drive more value from data. Qlik also holds this same designation for Google Cloud Ready - BigQuery Designation, enabling the company to offer a wider set of Google Cloud Ready integration solutions across the broader Google Cloud data services portfolio.
Posted September 01, 2023
Cisco, a leader in enterprise networking and security, and Nutanix, Inc., a leader in hybrid multi-cloud computing, is forming a global strategic partnership to accelerate hybrid multi-cloud deployments by providing a complete hyperconverged solution for IT modernization and business transformation.
Posted August 31, 2023
Google announced it is expanding the Duet AI in Google Cloud preview with new capabilities, offering AI assistance across a wide range of Google Cloud products and services to serve more cloud users—spanning developers, operators, data practitioners, and cybersecurity professionals. Being a critical part of Google's overall AI effort, Duet AI is revolutionizing the way users work with Google Cloud, which helps customers boost their productivity, gain competitive advantages, and ultimately improve the bottom line, according to the company.
Posted August 31, 2023
UnifyCloud, a global ISV and cloud solutions provider focused, is providing an integration with Google Cloud to its CloudAtlas platform, now offering the CloudAtlas platform to partners focused on migrating infrastructure to Google Cloud. UnifyCloud has joined the Google Cloud Partner Advantage program, offering the CloudAtlas platform to help partners and clients efficiently assess infrastructure, applications, and databases for cloud readiness, options, effort, and cost with comprehensive, best-in-class analyses rapidly generated for Google Cloud.
Posted August 31, 2023
Earthly Technologies, the company behind the open source developer tool Earthly, is releasing a free tier of its software-as-a-service (SaaS) build automation platform, Earthly Cloud. This new, free offering provides developers with 6,000 minutes per month of Earthly Cloud's consistent, fast continuous integration (CI) and remote build runners that are compatible with any CI system, according to the vendor.
Posted August 31, 2023
NinjaOne, a modern, cloud-native IT management platform for managed service providers (MSPs) and IT departments, is advancing its platform with new automation capabilities, along with providing more visibility into over five million devices used by its customers worldwide.
Posted August 30, 2023
Descope, the drag-and-drop authentication platform for developers, is announcing the availability of third-party connectors that enable app developers to create and customize entire user journeys using no-code tools. These available connectors include Google reCAPTCHA Enterprise, Traceable, Segment, HubSpot, Amazon Rekognition, Google Cloud Translation, Amazon Translate, SendGrid, Datadog, Twilio, and Amazon S3.
Posted August 30, 2023
Propel Software, creator of a product value management (PVM) platform, is releasing Accelerated Value Services, speeding up product innovation and providing operational excellence across product lifecycle management (PLM), quality management (QMS), and product information management (PIM) software solutions. Included in the company's second major release of 2023, Propel packages best practice solutions that compress software implementations to as little as six weeks, demonstrating its commitment to rapid return on investment, according to the vendor.
Posted August 29, 2023
Rambus Inc., a premier chip and silicon IP provider making data faster and safer, is introducing a suite of Security IP solutions for the FPGA market with state-of-the-art cryptographic, side-channel, and Quantum Safe protections. According to the company, designed to meet the unique needs of FPGAs, the offering secures the broad range of devices from high-performance accelerators for generative AI, to low-power solutions for IoT devices. Rambus security IP protects FPGAs serving applications in the data center, AI/ML, edge, IoT, defense, and beyond.
Posted August 28, 2023
Scala Data Centers, a Latin American firm, is developing a new campus outside Mexico City, Mexico. The DigitalBridge-owned company announced plans to develop SMEXTP01, the company's first data center in the country. Scala's new site is projected to begin operations in Q4 2023 and is already anchored by a "large hyperscale client." The company said it will be investing $80 million in the project.
Posted August 28, 2023