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DigitalOcean Holdings (NYSE:DOCN) has appointed Megan Wood as the new Chief Strategy Officer, a role aimed at enhancing business strategy and execution. Reporting to CEO Yancey Spruill, Wood will oversee corporate development, strategy deployment, and program management, leveraging her previous experience at NerdWallet and Maxar. This appointment is part of DigitalOcean's strategy to align teams toward achieving business objectives amidst its growth journey.

DigitalOcean Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:DOCN) has released its latest Currents report highlighting a growing developer talent shortage. Key findings reveal that 42% of developers are contemplating job changes, with 8% aiming to start their own companies. Factors influencing this trend include the need for competitive compensation and flexible work arrangements. The survey included 2,598 responses from developers across 94 countries, indicating a shift toward entrepreneurship and open-source contributions, despite skepticism about Web3 technologies.

DigitalOcean Holdings has approved a new $300 million stock repurchase plan, complementing its previous $300 million program from February 2022. CEO Yancey Spruill stated the company's commitment to achieving 30%+ revenue growth while maintaining robust free cash flow. The repurchases may occur in the open market or through negotiated transactions, with no obligation for the company to acquire a specific number of shares. This initiative highlights DigitalOcean's confidence in its financial health and ongoing investments in both organic and inorganic growth.

DigitalOcean Holdings (NYSE:DOCN) has launched DigitalOcean Functions, a serverless solution tailored for developers, startups, and SMBs. This offering allows users to build applications without managing cloud infrastructure, enabling faster development and cost savings. According to IDC, 25% of cloud IaaS buyers plan to use serverless functions in the coming year, highlighting strong market demand. DigitalOcean Functions integrates seamlessly with existing services and supports multiple programming languages, enhancing user experience and productivity.

DigitalOcean Holdings, symbol DOCN, has announced an upcoming Investor Day set for June 9, 2022, at 1:00 p.m. EDT. This event will provide updates on the company’s strategy, product roadmap, and long-term financial plans. Interested parties can join via a live webcast on the DigitalOcean Investor Relations website, with an archived version available afterward.

DigitalOcean Holdings, Inc. (DOCN) reported a strong first quarter for 2022, with revenue of $127.3 million, reflecting a 36% year-over-year increase. The Net Dollar Retention Rate improved to 117%, and Average Revenue Per Customer rose by 28% to $68.90. The company generated a 4% Free Cash Flow Margin.

Despite a $13.1 million loss from operations and a (10%) operating margin, the outlook remains positive with projected second-quarter revenue of $133 to $135 million.

DigitalOcean Holdings (NYSE:DOCN) has launched DO Impact, a global social impact initiative aimed at empowering changemakers through philanthropy, products, and community involvement. The program includes monetary grants totaling $500,000 to 30 organizations, including Fast Forward and The Federation of Humanitarian Technologists, fulfilling part of the company's Pledge 1% commitment to donate $50 million over ten years. The initiative also features volunteer opportunities for employees to aid nonprofits, reinforcing DigitalOcean's mission to support developers and SMBs.

DigitalOcean (NYSE: DOCN) announced that it will release its financial results for Q1 2022 on May 4, 2022, after U.S. market close. A conference call is scheduled for 4:30 PM ET the same day to discuss these results and the company's outlook with investors. Participants can join by calling (888) 330-3637 with conference ID 7741047. A replay of the call will be available until May 11, 2022. DigitalOcean aims to simplify cloud computing for developers, startups, and SMBs, enabling them to build and scale applications efficiently.

DigitalOcean Holdings (NYSE: DOCN) has announced its participation in key investor conferences. The JMP Securities Technology Conference will be held on March 8, 2022, followed by the Morgan Stanley Technology, Media & Telecom Conference on March 8 and 9, 2022. Details about the events, including presentation times and webcast information, can be found on DigitalOcean's investor relations website. The company focuses on simplifying cloud computing for developers and small businesses, aiming to enhance productivity and innovation.