Virtualization

Alkira advances NaaS for the agentic AI era

Newly launched MCP server provides structured, high-level access and orchestration capabilities, while Alkira’s NIA copilot guides network administrators through configuration and troubleshooting.

By Sean Michael Kerner

Sep 30, 20254 mins

Artificial IntelligenceNetwork VirtualizationVirtualization

Running the numbers on VMware Cloud Foundation: How one midsize enterprise is making it work

By Maria Korolov

Sep 2, 20259 mins

Cloud ComputingPrivate CloudVirtualization

Cisco ties storage networking gear to IBM z17 mainframe

By Michael Cooney

Aug 21, 20253 mins

Enterprise StorageStorage SecurityStorage Virtualization

Articles

VMware Explore preview: Customers are looking for VCF value

VMware Cloud Foundation 9.0 has been available for two months. Getting customers to embrace Broadcom's flagship private cloud platform is the focus for VMware Explore 2025.

By Neal Weinberg

Aug 19, 2025 9 mins

Data CenterPrivate CloudVirtualization

SD-WAN reality check: Why enterprise 'rip-and-replace' isn't happening

Many enterprises are avoiding complete infrastructure replacements in favor of phased SD-WAN transitions, ISG reports.

By Sean Michael Kerner

Aug 1, 2025 4 mins

Network VirtualizationNetworkingSD-WAN

CISPE seeks to annul Broadcom's VMware takeover

Cloud infrastructure group claims European regulator ‘under-estimated risk of the deal.’

By Paul Barker

Jul 24, 2025 6 mins

Cloud ComputingMergers and AcquisitionsVirtualization

Facing CIO backlash, VMware extends support and slows down release cycles

The shift to a 3-year cadence and longer support for VCF 9.0 reflects mounting pressure from enterprises grappling with Broadcom’s licensing overhaul and upgrade fatigue.

By Gyana Swain

Jul 18, 2025 5 mins

Data CenterVirtualization

Should We Virtualize Functions or Virtualize Networks?

Feb 1, 2018 4 mins

SD-WANVirtualization

Lessons learned from Siemens' VMware licensing dispute

Siemens got into hot water after Broadcom acquired VMware and changed licensing terms. What can enterprises learn from the ongoing legal battle?

By Maria Korolov

Jul 10, 2025 13 mins

EnterprisePrivate CloudTechnology Industry

Dutch court forces Broadcom to support VMware migration after 85% price hike backlash

The Dutch Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management has won a legal victory in the latest pushback against Broadcom’s controversial VMware licensing changes.

By Gyana Swain

Jul 1, 2025 5 mins

Cloud ComputingVirtualization

VMware licenses too expensive? Then you're doing something wrong, Broadcom exec suggests

Broadcom's EMEA CTO defends the new VMware license packages: Those who get more out of VMware Cloud Foundation also recognize the added value.

By Manfred Bremmer

Jun 24, 2025 3 mins

Hybrid CloudPrivate CloudVMware

MEF rebrands as Mplify with expanded scope on NaaS, AI

The renamed Mplify Alliance has multiple efforts underway for carrier Ethernet, SASE, lifecycle services orchestration, and NaaS, as well as an emerging set of initiatives for AI.

By Sean Michael Kerner

Jun 24, 2025 5 mins

SASETechnology IndustryVirtualization

Broadcom resets private cloud strategy with VCF 9.0

Broadcom delivers VCF 9.0, designed to simplify private cloud operations across data centers, edge environments, and managed infrastructures.

By Denise Dubie

Jun 17, 2025 5 mins

Cloud ComputingPrivate CloudVirtualization

Meter secures $170 million to scale NaaS stack from the ground up

Naas startup Meter built its own hardware, software and protocols.

By Sean Michael Kerner

Jun 12, 2025 5 mins

NetworkingVirtualization

Broadcom grows profit by 124% following VMware purchase, as customers fume about subscription costs

The earnings reflect a continued upward trend since Broadcom purchased the cloud computing and virtualization company, but increased prices may drive some customers elsewhere.

By Taryn Plumb

Jun 6, 2025 5 mins

Virtualization