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Simple Talks Podcast | Episode 8 - Coffee chat with Kevin Feasel

On this episode of Simple Talks, Louis sits down with Kevin Feasel and talks database design, conferences, battle tech games, and a lot more. Kevin has one of the most interesting origin stories so far in this series. He is a Data Platform Microsoft MVP and is the model of a great member of the data community. Also on the podcast, Louis learns a few new words and phrases, and for those of you watching on video, you can see him accidentally take himself out of the video a few times as well.

How Densify solves the cloud efficiency challenge

The FinOps Foundation states that “For the first time, Reducing waste was the highest key priority for FinOps practitioners across all spending tiers. This may be influenced by macroeconomic trends, with businesses looking for ways to reduce spending without reducing the value they are getting from their cloud investments.”

The Importance of Microsegmentation in a Multilayered Cybersecurity Defense Model

Cybercrime is expected to exceed $10.5 trillion in 2025. To put that into perspective, the total U.S. GDP in 2023 was $21 trillion. So why is cybercrime so profitable? The answer lies in the ‘perfect storm’ of conditions we currently face. Today’s organizations are totally reliant on their digital assets to function. This dependence gives bad actors the opportunity to extract data, digital assets, and money once they are inside a network—often without human intervention.

Valkey is now included in Ubuntu

In pursuit of open source sustainability, Canonical is a committed contributor to the development of Valkey. Following our mission to amplify the impact of open source and enable a broad diversity of open source communities to collaborate under the Ubuntu umbrella, we’re pleased to announce that Valkey is now included in Ubuntu. Valkey is included in Ubuntu 24.10 (Oracular Oriole) and Ubuntu 24.04 LTS (Noble Nombat) and will be included in future releases.

Unlocking the Secrets to Sustainable Data Centers!

In this panel discussion from Civo Navigate Europe 2024, industry experts dive deep into the pressing environmental challenges faced by the tech industry. Discover innovative strategies for making data centers more sustainable, the role of energy efficiency, and the importance of individual and collective action in driving meaningful change. Join Sophia, Dinesh, Matt, and Mario as they share insights on the future of technology and sustainability, and learn how you can be a part of this vital conversation.

How to Lower Your Cloud Costs

Cloud costs can pile up quickly, and often behind the scenes. We explain how you can help your business keep cloud spend under control. Enterprises—including small- to medium-sized—often find themselves struggling to manage costs and predict their cloud storage. And it’s not necessarily because we’re acquiring more things – it’s because the things we have are getting bigger.

IT Infrastructure Management: Best Practises For Startups

Effective IT infrastructure management is essential for startups aiming for operational excellence and sustainable growth. A well-structured infrastructure lays the groundwork for seamless operations, scalability, and competitive edge. Today, we’ll break down essential best practices for managing your IT infrastructure effectively—providing practical insights to help you create a resilient and scalable foundation for your startup. Let’s get started!

A Guide to Hardware Support For Your Organization

Keeping hardware running smoothly can be a challenge for any business, but having the right hardware support system in place can make all the difference. Of course, hardware, from computers and servers to networking devices, is at the core of your daily operations. And when things go wrong, addressing issues quickly and efficiently is your top priority to avoid costly downtime.