Clouds and Carriers

Juniper Networks introduced its MetaFabric architecture for next generation data centers with the goal of simplifying and accelerating the deployment and delivery of applications within and across multiple facilities. The...

Nokia Solutions and Networks is reinforcing its multi-stack approach to telco cloud to give operators full flexibility in their choice of cloud platforms.  The company confirmed that it is working...

IBM has been awarded U.S. Patent #8,539,597: Securing sensitive data for cloud computing.  The technique enables clients to use cloud-based services without risking the release of sensitive data into cloud...

Managed security services are projected to grow 45% over the next 5 years, according to a new report from Infonetics.  Major factors include: An increase in the volume, variety, and...

Cloudian, a start-up based in Foster City, California, announced Series B funding from Intel Capital. Cloudian develops software for distributed object storage in cloud and enterprise use cases. Cloudian aims...

Verizon has agreed to deliver NetApp's Data ONTAP as a virtual storage appliance (VSA) for Verizon Cloud clients. The software will deliver on the promise of software-defined storage, adding additional...

IBM was awarded U.S. Patent #8,370,490 for its "Cloud Service Cost-Optimal Data Center Assignment" invention. IBM said its technique can dynamically allocate cloud computing data center resources based on an...

Level 3 Communications introduced a Cloud Connect Solution to help global enterprises to integrate the cloud into their networks. Level 3 Cloud Connect Solutions provide private network access to leading...

EarthLink has enabled their Cloud Hosting Services with the RiverMeadow Cloud Migration SaaS. As part of the agreement, RiverMeadow migrations will be bundled with EarthLink Cloud Hosting offers, to facilitate...

VMware is preparing to launch its vCloud Hybrid Service in the UK beginning with a first data center location in Slough. In addition, VMware announced new hybrid cloud management capabilities...

Global data center traffic will triple from 2.6 zettabytes in 2012 to 7.7 zettabytes annually in 2017, representing a 25 percent CAGR, according to a newly published Cisco Global Cloud...

NTT Communications Corporation (NTT Com) will provide Yamaha Motor Co. with a cloud platform to operate mission-critical systems in Japan for production, procurement, product development, human resources and finance operations....

IBM has been granted a key U.S. patent for dynamically managing network bandwidth within a cloud, which could lead to significant improvements in overall system performance, efficiency and economy. The...