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Reflections from Our Bangalore Meetup: Exploring India’s Cloud Future
Last week, I had the pleasure of traveling to Bangalore, a city that has rightfully earned its place as the beating heart of India’s tech revolution. From its bustling startup scene to its rapidly growing cloud ecosystem, Bangalore represents a vision of innovation that aligns perfectly with the values that led me to found Civo:…
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Scaling AI with confidence in compliance
Governance and compliance challenges consistently rank among the top concerns for businesses looking to scale their AI workloads. As AI adoption accelerates, so does the complexity of regulations. From ensuring data sovereignty to addressing ethical considerations, organisations are running into increasing scrutiny over where and how they deploy AI technologies. Making sense of the global…
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The Future of AI is Open: Why Open-Source AI is Reshaping Cloud Computing
In 2025, open-source AI emerged as a powerful force reshaping cloud computing. The rise of models like DeepSeek-R1 has demonstrated the potential of open AI frameworks to democratise access, reduce costs, and accelerate innovation. Unlike proprietary models, open-source AI removes vendor lock-in, giving businesses control over their workloads and the ability to deploy a high-performing…
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2025: smarter clouds, greater data control, and the next leap in AI
2025 is shaping up to be a fundamental year for the cloud industry. From growing concerns around data sovereignty to the decline of hyperscaler dominance, and the acceleration of AI adoption, businesses face critical decisions that will define the cloud industry for years to come. So, what do we have to look forward to in…
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The Resurgence of Private Cloud
As public cloud matures, a counter-trend is emerging: the rise of private cloud solutions. Increasingly, businesses are seeking greater control over their data, motivated by rising costs, stringent regulatory requirements, and the complexities of global data governance. While Europe has been at the forefront with regulations like the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the…
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Reflecting on a Four-Day Workweek
At the end of August, the UK government made global headlines when it announced plans to bolster the rights of full-time employees, granting them greater flexibility to request a four-day ‘compressed’ work week. This initiative is part of a larger effort to reshape the traditional workplace and promote flexible working models after the COVID-19 pandemic.…
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Cloud credits: the CMA must now do the right thing
Anyone with a stake in the UK’s cloud market will be waiting for the CMA’s provisional decisions on its Cloud Services Market Investigation which are expected by the end of October. To recap, the CMA has been looking at data egress fees, technical interoperability, commitment discounts and Microsoft’s software licencing practices. But the CMA has…
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It takes a village: What Civo Navigate has taught me about community, teamwork and innovation
As we gear up for our fourth major Civo Navigate event, this time in Berlin, I find myself reflecting on the incredible journey we’ve taken over the last few years. We’ve built and grown Civo into a truly unique cloud company and organised a series of eye-opening international conferences. We always knew Navigate was special,…
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A Blueprint for Success: 10 Tips for Thriving in Your Career
Over the last 25 years, I’ve seen the tech industry evolve dramatically, from being a niche market to becoming an essential part of our daily lives. Since starting my entrepreneurial journey in 1999, I’ve overcome many challenges that have shaped my path. Now, I want to take a moment to share what I’ve learned over…
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Cloud Computing at a Crossroads: Choosing Trust Over Control
Public trust is the bedrock upon which successful businesses are built. Without the faith and confidence of their customers, even the largest corporations crumble. This applies to every industry, but it takes on heightened significance for cloud service providers. Cloud computing platforms have become an indispensable backbone supporting critical aspects of modern society. From powering…
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