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Yahoo
4 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Mirantis Partners with Pico Public Cloud to Launch First Sovereign Public Cloud in Bangladesh
Based on Mirantis technology, Pico Public Cloud advances Bangladesh digital infrastructure with secure, low-latency, locally-managed computing resources CAMPBELL, Calif., August 07, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mirantis, the Kubernetes-native AI infrastructure company enabling enterprises to build and operate scalable, secure, and sovereign AI infrastructure across any environment, today announced that it has partnered with Pico Public Cloud, an affiliate of Fiber@Home, to build the first sovereign public cloud service in Bangladesh. In Bangladesh, cloud services are primarily available from offshore hyperscalers such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud, which can cause challenges for their users, including foreign currency restrictions, limited data residency options, latency concerns, lack of localized support, and high operating costs. Now, by comparison, Pico Public Cloud offers a cutting-edge horizontal, multi-site public cloud service provider (CSP) in Bangladesh. The collaboration between Mirantis and Pico Public Cloud focuses on data localization, residency, and a robust anything-as-a-service (XaaS) suite, enhancing digital capabilities for telecom and network providers. As a multi-site public cloud provider, Pico Public Cloud addresses the limitations of offshore hyperscalers by offering an alternative based on open-source software with full data residency, native language support, and payment in local currency. "Data sovereignty is increasingly critical as nations seek greater control over their digital infrastructure," said Srinivas Tadigadapa, strategic account director, Mirantis. "We're partnering with Pico Public Cloud to deliver a cloud platform that is tailored to the specific needs of Bangladesh customers, enabling compliance, local control, and economic efficiency. Together, we are developing a high-performing, scalable public cloud service that advances national innovation and better serves local enterprises and consumers." Businesses in finance, telecommunications, healthcare, and other industries can meet local compliance requirements while safeguarding sensitive data by using Pico Public Cloud, which guarantees that all data is processed and stored inside national borders. Pico Public Cloud facilitates local currency payments, delivers low-latency, and is supported locally. As Bangladesh advances its digital economy, Pico is able to lower cloud service costs dramatically, increasing access to digital resources in Bangladesh, and assisting in closing the digital divide between urban and rural areas by utilizing a fully open-source stack. "Pico Public Cloud is a milestone for Bangladesh," said Azad Chowdhury, CEO, Pico Public Cloud. "This collaboration combines Mirantis' scalable and secure infrastructure-as-a-service platform with our operational experience in data centers and nationwide fiber-optic infrastructure. We are using Mirantis to deliver powerful computing resources that guarantee data remains within national borders." Serving a population of more than 170 million, Pico Public Cloud brings the power of ultra-low latency infrastructure, achieving response times of just 3 to 4 milliseconds, to organizations and individuals throughout Bangladesh. Strategic partnerships, such as its collaboration with Banglalink (the country's leading telecom operator) to deliver bCloud services as a cloud reseller, further extend Pico's mission to make next-generation computing, storage, backup, and cybersecurity accessible at scale. Built on Mirantis OpenStack for Kubernetes (MOSK), the platform combines the scalability of Kubernetes with the proven virtualization capabilities of OpenStack, enabling telecom-grade multi-tenant infrastructure services. With built-in support for secure networking, software-defined storage, and lifecycle automation, MOSK empowers service providers like Pico Public Cloud to deploy reliable, secure, and cost-effective public cloud services tailored to regional needs. "This partnership enables the offering of cost-effective, secure cloud solutions to government and corporate users across all industries," said Moynul H. Siddiqui, chairman of Fiber@Home. "It is powered by Mirantis and hosted within Felicity IDC's data centers (another affiliated company of Fiber@Home), the only Tier-III certified data center facility in Bangladesh in multiple locations. With high availability, 99.98% uptime offering full redundancy and concurrent maintainability, Pico Public Cloud ensures seamless, low-latency communication while meeting stringent data residency and security requirements." Fiber@Home will host an open house on August 9–10, 2025, featuring live demonstrations of the Pico Public Cloud platform and interactive Q&A sessions designed to showcase its capabilities and foster stakeholder engagement. To learn more about Pico Public Cloud, visit About Fiber@Home Fiber@Home, along with its affiliated companies, operates as a distinguished conglomerate in Bangladesh, engaging in nationwide initiatives that foster a comprehensive telecommunications ecosystem. Its services span internet bandwidth, data centers, and cloud solutions, all driven by a commitment to leading the digital transformation with exceptional service for stakeholders. As part of its innovative ventures, Pico Public Cloud enhances Fiber@Home's portfolio, serving as a strategic addition to accelerate digital progress in Bangladesh. For further details, visit: and About Mirantis Mirantis is the Kubernetes-native AI infrastructure company, enabling organizations to build and operate scalable, secure, and sovereign infrastructure for modern AI, machine learning, and data-intensive applications. By combining open source innovation with deep expertise in Kubernetes orchestration, Mirantis empowers platform engineering teams to deliver composable, production-ready developer platforms across any environment – on-premises, in the cloud, at the edge, or in data centers. As enterprises navigate the growing complexity of AI-driven workloads, Mirantis delivers the automation, GPU orchestration, and policy-driven control needed to cost-effectively manage infrastructure with confidence and agility. Committed to open standards and freedom from lock-in, Mirantis ensures that customers retain full control of their infrastructure strategy. Mirantis serves many of the world's leading enterprises, including Adobe, Ericsson, Inmarsat, PayPal, and Societe Generale. Learn more at View source version on Contacts Joseph Eckert for Mirantisjeckert@
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
National Cloud Computing Policy empowers public, private sectors to accelerate digital transformation while safeguarding data sovereignty
The National Cloud Computing Policy (NCCP) sets the direction for a trusted, secure and sustainable cloud ecosystem in Malaysia. Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo said the policy empowers both the public and private sectors to accelerate digital transformation while safeguarding data sovereignty, security and service reliability. "With this policy in place, Malaysia is charting a bold course towards a cloud-first future that drives innovation, efficiency and better public services," said Gobind. "Together, we're building a resilient digital nation, ready to capitalise on the many opportunities in our booming digital economy." The digital economy is projected to contribute 25.5 per cent of Malaysia's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) by year-end. Speaking at the launch of the Cloudtech and Data Centre Conference 2.0 in Kuala Lumpur this morning, Gobind said cloud infrastructure was also key to Malaysia's 5G strategy. "To unlock the full potential of 5G – from smart cities and precision healthcare to autonomous mobility – we need ultra-low latency, secure and scalable data centres. We're not waiting for the future – we're building these capabilities now. "These initiatives are part of our ongoing efforts to establish strong digital foundations. I've said this before, and I'll say it again: we will continue building robust, inclusive infrastructure. We will keep enhancing cyber resilience and actively develop digital talent." From 2021 to 2023, Malaysia approved RM114.7 billion in investments related to data centres and cloud services, creating over 2,300 high-value jobs. The country is on track to reach its RM3.6 billion revenue target in the data centre industry by 2025. However, Gobind cautioned that the environmental impact of data centres must not be overlooked. "It is widely acknowledged that data centres are energy-intensive. But that doesn't mean we should shy away from the conversation. We must take affirmative action. "As our digital infrastructure grows, so must our commitment to sustainability. It's not just about reducing emissions – it's about raising standards. "Our infrastructure must be designed to be green and sustainable, leveraging energy efficiency, renewable energy and intelligent cooling technologies. This aligns with Malaysia's goal of achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050." He stressed that 'green' and 'sustainable' must be more than just buzzwords. "These words, and their true meaning, must be embedded into our operations. What we do today – good or bad – will affect future generations." Gobind said a unified effort is needed across ministries, industries, academia, international partners – and most importantly, Malaysians. "I hope this conference opens new opportunities for you to scale digital operations efficiently, strengthen cyber resilience against AI-driven threats, drive sustainability in infrastructure, integrate AI and cloud with impact, and foster digital trust. "Whatever we do must ultimately benefit the rakyat and our beloved country," he said.
Associated Press
30-07-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Boomi Brings Sovereign Data Integration to Australia
SYDNEY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 30, 2025-- Boomi™, the leader in AI-driven automation, today announced the local availability of Boomi Data Integration from within an Australian data centre, enabling local enterprises to move data faster, more securely, and in compliance with national regulations. The launch comes after Boomi acquired Rivery, a modern data integration provider. This underscores Boomi's strategic investment in local infrastructure and its commitment to solving Australia's most pressing data challenges. With a Sydney-based instance of Boomi Data Integration now live, Australian organisations can deploy log-based Change Data Capture (CDC) and near-real-time Extract, Load, and Transform (ELT) pipelines entirely onshore. That means sensitive data remains within national borders, latency is reduced, and there's clear alignment with local data sovereignty laws. 'A strong addition to Boomi's data platform alongside DataHub, Boomi Data Integration brings big data capabilities to Australian and New Zealanders, all within the same no-code/low-code experience Boomi users know and trust,' said Nikolai Blackie, Co-founder, Adaptiv, an Australasian data and integration consultancy and Boomi partner. The launch supports regulatory requirements under the Privacy Act 1988, the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs), and sector-specific frameworks including APRA CPS 234 and the My Health Records Act. Boomi's customers span highly regulated industries including financial services, government, education, and healthcare, all of which stand to benefit from improved compliance, confidence, and data agility. This latest development strengthens Boomi's unified platform strategy, which aims to bring integration, API management, data management, and AI readiness under a single layer of AI-driven intelligence. It also reduces reliance on disconnected point solutions, helping customers simplify their technology stacks and accelerate digital transformation — securely and at scale. 'AI agents, predictive models, and real-time analytics all demand one thing: trusted data, delivered quickly and securely,' said David Irecki, Chief Technology Officer for Asia Pacific and Japan at Boomi. 'But in Australia, compliance is just as critical as speed, especially when you start to consider sectors like finance, government, and healthcare.' 'With local deployment of Boomi Data Integration, we're removing any compliance barriers to AI-related to data sovereignty, while giving our partners and end-users the near-real-time data capabilities they need to innovate.' Additional Resources About Boomi Boomi, the leader in AI-driven automation, enables organizations worldwide to connect everything, automate processes, and accelerate outcomes. The Boomi Enterprise Platform — including Boomi Agentstudio — unifies integration and automation along with data, API, and AI agent management, in a single, comprehensive solution. Trusted by over 25,000 customers and supported by a network of 800+ partners, Boomi is driving agentic transformation — helping enterprises of all sizes achieve agility, efficiency, and innovation at scale. Discover more at source version on CONTACT: Media Contact: Jasmine Ee Head of Influencer Relations, APJ [email protected] KEYWORD: AUSTRALIA/OCEANIA AUSTRALIA INDUSTRY KEYWORD: DATA MANAGEMENT SECURITY TECHNOLOGY SOFTWARE NETWORKS ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE SOURCE: Boomi Copyright Business Wire 2025. PUB: 07/30/2025 07:00 PM/DISC: 07/30/2025 07:01 PM
Khaleej Times
17-07-2025
- Business
- Khaleej Times
SWI Group's Max-Hervé George backs major data centre expansion with AiOnX to power Europe's AI growth
As global economies reorient around artificial intelligence, data sovereignty, and sustainable compute capacity, Europe is accelerating efforts to future-proof its digital backbone. Under the leadership of Max-Hervé George, chairman and co-CEO of SWI Group, the company has evolved into a leading force in European private markets, shaping investment strategies around high-barrier, future-critical sectors. With the rapid rise of artificial intelligence, sovereign cloud storage, and cross-border compute demands, George is closely aligned with the vision behind AiOnX - a dedicated platform for high-density, energy-efficient data centre infrastructure across Europe. With a long-term goal of building a €20 billion platform across five strategic locations, AiOnX is developing sovereign-grade, hyperscale data centres that will span over 313 hectares and deliver up to 2GW of total power capacity. The platform is focused on underpenetrated but policy-aligned markets across Europe, bringing together high-performance infrastructure, modular scalability, and integrated renewable energy. AiOnX has already initiated one of its UK-based projects in Cambridgeshire, an emerging hub for technology and advanced research. The location benefits from strategic proximity to innovation clusters, grid access, and regulatory stability, making it an ideal environment for AiOnX to execute its sustainability-forward, performance-driven infrastructure model. "AI and data infrastructure aren't just emerging sectors - they're rapidly becoming foundational pillars of modern economies," said George. "Our role as investors is to anticipate these shifts and position ourselves with conviction." As data increasingly becomes a national asset, infrastructure like AiOnX is critical to ensuring operational independence, compliance with digital policies, and resilience in a rapidly evolving technological landscape.
