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18:59

Why Tech Consulting Titans Stay Quiet About the Cloud...

Cloud Computing Insider ·

2025/11/06

In this video, David Linthicum examines the notable silence from major consulting firms and technology leaders in the aftermath of the recent AWS and Microsoft outages. With so many businesses relying on cloud infrastructure, why are the loudest voices in technology holding their tongues during crises that impact everyone? David explores the underlying business realities: strategic partnerships, financial dependencies, and the self-preserving interests that discourage public commentary from major

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14:50

The Consulting Con: Why Your AI Project Didn't Deliver

Cloud Computing Insider ·

2025/11/04

For years, the world's biggest consulting firms have promised to usher in an age of AI-powered business transformation. But behind the glossy sales decks and polished prototypes, a harsh reality has emerged: most consulting-led AI projects are missing the mark. Executives are routinely dazzled with demos and sophisticated jargon—but left with little to show for massive investments. The core issue? Large consultancies routinely push technology-first solutions without deeply engaging with a client's

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16:27

Back-to-Back Outages: Microsoft & AWS Just Proved the...

Cloud Computing Insider ·

2025/10/30

On October 29, 2025, one of the most disruptive tech failures in recent memory paralyzed vast swaths of the internet as Microsoft's cloud empire crashed in spectacular fashion. The outage, triggered by a single misstep in Azure Front Door's configuration, instantly severed access to Microsoft 365, Azure, Xbox Live, and countless apps for millions worldwide. Fortune 500 giants like Starbucks, Costco, Kroger, and Alaska Airlines saw their digital operations grind to a halt, leaving businesses

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16:25

How to Reclaim Your Cloud Strategy from Big Consulting

Cloud Computing Insider ·

2025/10/27

For years, large consulting firms have been at the forefront of enterprise cloud transformations—yet, as David Linthicum reveals, this has often led to more setbacks than successes. Drawing from his experience as a former Chief Cloud Strategy Officer at Deloitte, owner of two consulting firms, and cloud project auditor, David exposes the hidden dangers lurking in big consulting engagements. Too often, embedded consultancies prioritize partnerships and kickbacks with major cloud providers over your

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16:43

The AWS Outage Nobody Warned You About—Except Me!

Cloud Computing Insider ·

2025/10/23

In this video, cloud expert David Linthicum analyzes the sweeping impact and critical lessons from the October 2025 AWS outage that shook global digital infrastructure. From social media giants and streaming services to financial platforms and government websites, the disruption reverberated across nearly every sector, revealing just how dependent modern enterprises are on a single cloud provider. David explains how thousands of companies were caught unprepared, highlighting the difference between

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11:49

Your Cloud Data Is at Risk: The Terrifying Fallout of...

Cloud Computing Insider ·

2025/10/16

The alleged data breach involving Salesforce-related integrations has raised significant concerns about the overall security of cloud and SaaS ecosystems. Hackers, reportedly the LAPSUS$ group, claim to have obtained sensitive data from 39 major companies, including McDonald’s, Disney, and Walgreens. The attackers allegedly exploited vulnerabilities in third-party integrations, such as Salesloft Drift, which operate tightly within Salesforce environments. While Salesforce has denied that its core

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12:12

Cloud AI Projects Are Failing—Here’s What No One’s...

Cloud Computing Insider ·

2025/10/13

Ninety-five percent of enterprise generative AI projects fail, a staggering figure revealed by an MIT study. This failure isn’t rooted in insufficient infrastructure, as some vendors claim, but rather in human expertise and preparation. Many enterprises lack the talent required to build, train, and refine foundational AI models. Instead of trying to reinvent the wheel, companies would achieve greater success by leveraging mature, licensed AI models developed at scale by industry-leading providers

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14:11

The Shocking Truth About Hybrid Cloud Costs 💀

Cloud Computing Insider ·

2025/10/09

This video uncovers the often-overlooked financial challenges of hybrid cloud adoption. While hybrid cloud solutions promise agility and cost savings, many organizations fall victim to hidden expenses and underestimated complexities. The initial allure of hybrid cloud can mask long-term pitfalls, including unexpected costs for integrating multiple environments and rushed decisions that inflate TCO (Total Cost of Ownership). Key issues exposed include data egress and ingress charges, such as the

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11:45

The ‘Alt Cloud’ Revolution: Oracle’s Surprising Rise...

Cloud Computing Insider ·

2025/10/06

Oracle’s transformation from a traditional software powerhouse to a credible public cloud provider is a standout story in enterprise IT. Initially dismissed as a late entrant when it launched Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) in 2016, Oracle has become a significant player by focusing on differentiation rather than imitation. Instead of trying to match AWS or Azure feature for feature, Oracle built a modular, cost-efficient cloud architecture designed for high-performance, AI-driven, and hybrid

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52:48

AWS re:Invent 2024 Keynote Reaction Video

Cloud Computing Insider ·

2025/10/03

Join cloud thought leader David Linthicum as he reacts to the AWS re:Invent 2024 Keynote! In this video, David gives his unfiltered thoughts and expert analysis on the biggest announcements from this year’s event. Find out what new AWS innovations excite him the most, where he sees the cloud industry heading next, and which features could change the game for enterprises and developers alike. Whether you missed the keynote or want an insider’s perspective on what it all means, this reaction video

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26:03

Ditching Outdated Analysts for Real Cloud Leadership

Cloud Computing Insider ·

2025/09/29

Traditional technology analyst firms are facing growing skepticism from enterprises, especially after Gartner’s recent miss in its financial targets. For decades, these firms have shaped cloud computing and technology decisions, but their legacy is marred by a long history of biased and often inaccurate advice. The perception of “pay-to-play” ratings—where vendors may need to pay for favorable positions in reports—has eroded trust in the objectivity of their recommendations. Furthermore, analyst-led

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11:15

Free Cloud Services You Didn’t Know Existed

Cloud Computing Insider ·

2025/09/26

Are you eager to build cutting-edge projects in the cloud—but don’t want to risk surprise charges? In this video, we take a deep dive into today’s top public cloud providers with free tiers, giving you the power to innovate, learn, and experiment without spending a single dollar. Discover how Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Oracle Cloud, and IBM Cloud all offer generous truly free resources—from virtual machines and databases to AI and machine learning tools

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15:07

Stop Paying the Ransom: The Enterprise Guide to...

Cloud Computing Insider ·

2025/09/22

Regulators are intensifying their scrutiny of cloud pricing, focusing on egress fees and switching friction that keep customers locked in. Across the EU, UK, and US, momentum is building for rules that require portability, interoperability, and fair exit terms. Expect enforceable rights to exit and interoperate as the default. For enterprises, this is a strategic opening. Cloud economics will shift from “discounts for lock-in” to “freedom to move,” altering negotiation leverage, FinOps assumptions,

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14:18

Can Amazon Hold Off Microsoft and Google’s Surge?

Cloud Computing Insider ·

2025/09/19

Amazon Web Services (AWS) continues to lead the infrastructure-as-a-service (IaaS) market, but its dominance is shrinking as competitors like Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud gain ground. According to Gartner, AWS held a 37.7% market share in 2024, generating $64.8 billion in revenue. However, this marks a slight decline from its 39% share the previous year. Meanwhile, Microsoft’s share grew to 23.9%, with Google Cloud rising to 9%—indicative of a rapidly shifting competitive landscape. Investment

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11:16

Is Your Cloud Spying on You? The Privacy Settings to...

Cloud Computing Insider ·

2025/09/15

In a world that syncs by default, your data rarely lives in one place—it’s copied across apps, cloud providers, backups, and content networks, often crossing borders. That expands who could potentially see it: the service itself, infrastructure vendors, third‑party processors, and, with proper orders, law enforcement. Jurisdiction matters because laws like the U.S. CLOUD Act and EU GDPR shape access and obligations, so choose region‑locked storage and review government‑request and data‑location

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14:39

Cloud Betrayal: The Day Public Providers Turned on...

Cloud Computing Insider ·

2025/09/12

In today’s digital landscape, the trust between enterprises and public cloud providers is being redefined—and not for the better. As global politics become more complex, major cloud vendors like Microsoft are increasingly stepping in as unofficial enforcers of international law, rather than remaining neutral technology partners. The recent case involving Nayara Energy, an Indian oil refiner, is a stark example: Microsoft abruptly cut access to its cloud email and collaboration tools after the EU

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15:51

The Mighty AWS Falters

Cloud Computing Insider ·

2025/09/05

Amazon Web Services (AWS) has revealed a 17.5% revenue increase for the June quarter, which, while surpassing Wall Street expectations, is considerably less than the growth rates reported by its competitors, Microsoft Azure at 39% and Google Cloud at 32%. This discrepancy highlights concerns regarding AWS's competitive position, particularly in the burgeoning field of artificial intelligence (AI). Despite AWS's substantial capital expenditures of $31.4 billion in the last quarter, which are more

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18:19

Dedicated Servers Are the New Clouds

Cloud Computing Insider ·

2025/08/29

Are dedicated servers making a comeback in the age of cloud dominance? In this video, we dive into the surprising findings of a recent Liquid Web study, which reveals a growing shift in IT infrastructure choices. Despite the widespread adoption of cloud platforms, 86% of IT professionals report continued reliance on dedicated servers for critical workloads. Why? It comes down to control, cost predictability, and compliance. We investigate why 42% of organizations have moved workloads from the cloud

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12:36

Cloud AI Gimmicks Exposed: Why Enterprises Are Saying...

Cloud Computing Insider ·

2025/08/22

Discover how major cloud providers—AWS, Microsoft, and Google—are turning artificial intelligence into a marketing gimmick, driving up costs without delivering the real value enterprises crave. In this video, David Linthicum breaks down why tech giants are relentlessly hyping generative and agentic AI, but falling short on meaningful innovation that actually benefits business. With cloud-based AI services often costing three to five times more than on-premise solutions, many enterprises are

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10:34

Cloud Costs Crushing AI Innovation: Why Companies Are...

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2025/08/15

In a recent article from ITPro Today, new research from Deloitte sheds light on the pressing challenges organizations face as they adopt artificial intelligence (AI) in their operations. As businesses increasingly turn to cloud solutions for their AI needs, they are often unprepared for the skyrocketing costs that come with it. The research uncovers a critical inflection point: when public cloud AI expenses hit 60-70% of the total ownership costs for dedicated infrastructure, organizations find

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