12:59 PMGlobal RAM prices have surged over 172% as AI demand cannibalises memory supply. For New Zealand organisations facing a weak dollar and rising freight costs, the impact is compounded. We explore what this means for IT budgets and whether cloud solutions offer a smarter path forward.
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Lock Down Your Veeam Backups with InfiniStor
ASI InfiniStor is a sovereign, affordable cloud object-storage service designed for New Zealand organizations, integrating seamlessly with Veeam Backup & Replication. It offers two tiers for data management without hidden fees, ensuring data remains onshore. Enhanced security includes immutable backups and tri-site protection, promoting compliance and reducing unexpected costs.
Cloud Adoption in New Zealand: A Guide for SMEs
The cloud revolution in New Zealand shows significant adoption among SMEs, with over 56% using basic cloud services. However, only 13% leverage advanced technologies like AI. Barriers include skill gaps and cybersecurity concerns. Local cloud providers offer tailored solutions, indicating a shift towards essential cloud integration for enhanced productivity and growth.
ASI Cloud InfiniStor: Affordable, Secure Cloud Storage for NZ Organisations
Straightforward Storage, Unbeatable Value
InfiniStor is built on the principles of simplicity and value, cutting through the noise to offer enterprise-grade cloud storage at a refreshingly clear price point:
– Hot Storage ($15/TB/month, S3 API) – High-performance, always-on storage, perfect for active data. Comparable to AWS S3 Standard but at a fraction of the cost.
– Cold Storage ($5/TB/month, S3 Glacier API) – Secure, long-term archiving with straightforward recall, offering exceptional value for inactive data.
Unlike traditional providers, InfiniStor eliminates hidden fees:
– Zero Egress Fees – Retrieve your data as often as needed, with no penalties.
– No API Fees – Full S3 API compatibility, at no extra cost.
– Comprehensive Features – Including immutability for ransomware protection, versioning for easy rollback, and lifecycle policies for automated data management.
With 19x 9’s data durability, tri-site redundancy, and a 100% data integrity guarantee, InfiniStor delivers enterprise-level reliability with a pricing model that finally makes sense.
Launching Q2 2025 – Get Ready to Simplify Your Storage.
The hottest ticket in IT is graphics cards for AI, with ASI Solutions launching GPUaaS in NZ
by Juha Saarinen for interest.co.nz (source) Here’s a story from the “IT is different these days” department: graphics cards are now a massive business globally. The biggest name in the graphics business is American company Nvidia, which has grown into an enormous entity, valued as of writing at US$3.5 trillion. Graphics cards started off as […]