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VMware has expanded its Sovereign Cloud initiative to include 14 partners amidst growing concerns over data sovereignty and geopolitical tensions. The initiative aims to assist customers in regulated industries—like banking, healthcare, and government—in utilizing trusted national cloud providers. VMware also launched new cloud-native developer services, enhancing the offerings for its partners to drive cloud adoption while ensuring data remains within sovereign jurisdictions.

On April 26, 2022, Dell Technologies announced new Latitude and Precision devices tailored for the hybrid work environment. The Latitude 9330, a 13" 2-in-1, features a collaboration touchpad for seamless video call management. It includes sustainable materials, with 44% recycled content in its keyboard. The Precision series introduces models like the 7670 and 7770, which are designed for high-performance tasks, offering powerful Intel Core processors and extensive memory options. Dell also unveiled the Lifecycle Hub for efficient device management.

Dell Technologies has introduced enhanced edge solutions to assist retailers in optimizing their operations and improving customer experiences. Key innovations include the Dell Validated Design for Retail Edge, a streamlined infrastructure for easier management, and the Enterprise SONiC Distribution by Dell Technologies 4.0, which offers better visibility across data centers and edge locations. A study indicates that 77% of retailers plan to significantly increase edge deployments in the next two years. These advancements aim to simplify edge technology integration and analytics for more personalized shopping experiences.

Alibaba Cloud and VMware announced the enhancement of the Alibaba Cloud VMware Service, aimed at accelerating cloud transformation for enterprises in China. This service allows seamless application modernization and workload migration between on-premises and cloud environments, promising improved performance, availability, and security. Key features include enterprise-grade compute capabilities, unified infrastructure management, and strong disaster recovery support. The service is designed to reduce operational costs and operational risks while facilitating digital innovation.

The Ohio Supercomputer Center (OSC) is launching Ascend, a new high-performance computing cluster in collaboration with Dell Technologies, featuring advanced NVIDIA GPUs. Set to debut in Fall 2022, Ascend aims to support AI, machine learning, and big data applications, significantly enhancing OSC's capabilities. The cluster will triple OSC's AI capacity, integrating 48 AMD EPYC CPUs and 96 NVIDIA A100 GPUs, thereby facilitating rapid processing of large datasets. This initiative underscores Ohio's commitment to advancing supercomputing resources for academic and industrial research.

VMware has launched its Cross-Cloud services on the Microsoft Azure Marketplace, allowing customers to leverage the scalability and reliability of Azure for application modernization and secure workload migration. Key offerings include the Microsoft Azure VMware Solution, VMware Tanzu, and VMware Horizon Cloud Service. Major partners like Investors Bank and Grupo Financiero Ficohsa are utilizing these services for efficient digital transformation and enhanced customer satisfaction.

VMware, Inc. (NYSE: VMW) has announced VMware Explore, a global multi-cloud industry event evolving from its flagship conference, VMworld. Scheduled for August 29 - September 1, 2022 in San Francisco, followed by European and regional events, this conference aims to enhance networking and technical content for attendees. The event focuses on addressing multi-cloud challenges, showcasing customer success stories, and providing insights from industry leaders. Registration opens in May 2022.

VMware (NYSE:VMW) successfully completed the MITRE Engenuity ATT&CK Evaluation, showcasing its security solutions against cyber threats from groups like Wizard Spider and Sandworm. Results highlighted 100% attack prevention using existing configurations, underscoring effective endpoint and network visibility. VMware's solutions performed without requiring any tuning, reinforcing its ability to address modern security challenges from sophisticated multi-cloud environments. This recognition strengthens VMware's position in the cybersecurity market.

Dell Technologies unveiled an advanced portfolio of commercial PCs, enhancing the hybrid work experience with AI-driven features. Key highlights include the launch of Dell Optimizer, which offers Intelligent Privacy, simultaneous multi-network connectivity, and advanced collaboration tools. The lineup features the world's smallest 14-inch business PC and the first docking station with a wireless charging stand. Sustainability is also emphasized with 100% recycled materials in packaging. Products will start at $902.53, with availability in April 2022.