The Ultimate Guide to Public Cloud

2026 · Australian Edition

Public Cloud refers to cloud computing services offered over the public internet, providing organisations and individuals with scalable and flexible access to computing resources such as servers, storage, and applications without the need for on-premises infrastructure.

This topic encompasses a wide range of developments, including advances in infrastructure-as-a-service (IaaS), platform-as-a-service (PaaS), and software-as-a-service (SaaS) offerings from major providers. Recent stories highlight how companies leverage public cloud to enhance data management, security, and artificial intelligence capabilities, as well as address challenges related to hybrid and multi-cloud environments.

Readers can explore insights on cloud adoption trends, innovations such as AI integration, collaborations between cloud providers and industry leaders, and the evolving security landscape. Whether you are considering public cloud for business transformation or interested in the latest technological advancements, exploring stories under this tag provides valuable knowledge about the future of cloud computing.

Australian Public Cloud news
Analyst Insights
Check Point wins Frost & Sullivan recognition for WAF
Frost & Sullivan · Public Cloud · Firewalls
Last week
Gigamon eyes AI-led surge in network observability
IDC · Public Cloud · Virtualisation
This month
CTERA named strong performer in Gartner cloud storage
Gartner · Public Cloud · Storage
Last month
IDC says global server revenue hits USD $444.1 billion
IDC · Public Cloud · Network Infrastructure
Last month
Temenos gains Microsoft AI Cloud core banking status
CCS Insight · Public Cloud · SaaS
Last month
Expert columns
Stop pouring money into cloud providers: The cost of inaction
By Mark Graham of Inde
This month
Why AI-powered security needs network telemetry across the hybrid cloud
By Ryan Mahoney of Gigamon
Last month
Why 2026 will separate the digital leaders from the laggards
By Pieter DeGunst of Tecala Group
Last month
Inference-as-a-service is the secret sauce behind a new breed of AI companies
By Petar Bielovich General Manager - Data and Analytics and Diego Nievas Chief Technology Officer – Managed Services of Atturra
Thu, 26th Feb 2026
SD-WAN is the SASE foundation enterprises can't ignore
By Cornelius Mare of Fortinet Australia
Wed, 18th Feb 2026
Love at first byte: The infrastructure behind your Valentine's match
By Samuel Liu of Equinix
Fri, 13th Feb 2026
AI surge exposes cloud security gaps, report warns
By Vincent Hwang of Fortinet
Fri, 23rd Jan 2026
Rethinking cloud choices in the age of AI
By Pieter Kraan of Leaseweb Singapore, Hong Kong & Australia
Mon, 24th Nov 2025
More than a buzzword: How strategic partnerships power real digital transformation
By Alex Coates of Interactive
Mon, 3rd Nov 2025
Navigating hybrid cloud security in the AI era as regulations tighten
By David Land of Gigamon
Wed, 22nd Oct 2025
Reinventing the Network for the AI era
By Mina Mousa of Extreme Networks
Thu, 21st Aug 2025
Recalibrating hybrid cloud security in the age of AI: The need for deep observability
By David Land of Gigamon
Wed, 13th Aug 2025
Right work, right place: cloud rebalancing holds potential for every enterprise
By Chris Weber of HPE South Pacific
Wed, 28th May 2025
Why enterprises can't afford to ignore cloud optimisation in 2025
By Peter Chambers of AMD
Tue, 27th May 2025
Defending the Cloud from the Edge
By Guy Brown of Fastly
Fri, 23rd May 2025
Interviews
Exclusive: Allianz Australia embraces AI, aligning to regulatory standards
Discussing Cloud Services
Fri, 3rd Oct 2025
Recent news
Tecala gains Microsoft security status, expands ISO
About Cloud Services
Tue, 27th Jan 2026
Layercake adds Norsk engine to Streamcake for live video
About Cloud Services
Thu, 18th Dec 2025
Ingram Micro Australia & Oreta on driving MSP value with innovation
About Cloud Services
Thu, 20th Nov 2025
Fortinet unveils Secure AI Data Centre with 69% power saving
About Cloud Services
Mon, 10th Nov 2025
Interactive unveils AI-ready private cloud for cost & control
About Cloud Services
Tue, 21st Oct 2025
Exclusive: Allianz Australia embraces AI, aligning to regulatory standards
About Cloud Services
Fri, 3rd Oct 2025
Australian companies invest in AI but face data & readiness gaps
About Cloud Services
Wed, 24th Sep 2025
Sovereign AI & secure data: Synology Solution Day in focus
About Storage
Mon, 8th Sep 2025
CloudCon Sydney 2025 returns with focus on Kubernetes & AI
About Cloud Services
Wed, 27th Aug 2025
Apptio launches new AI & hybrid IT tools for enterprise ROI
About Software-as-a-Service
Fri, 6th Jun 2025
Rising costs & new rules drive cloud rebalancing for CIOs
About Cloud Services
Wed, 28th May 2025
Australian public cloud spend to hit AUD $26.6bn in 2025
About Software-as-a-Service
Wed, 14th May 2025
World Backup Day: AI pivotal in reshaping backup for SMBs
About Cloud Services
Mon, 31st Mar 2025
NTT DATA unveils Smart AI AgentTM to boost enterprise AI
About Cloud Services
Thu, 20th Feb 2025
Intel unveils Xeon 6, Gaudi 3 AI accelerators with partners
About Cloud Services
Wed, 25th Sep 2024
Average cost of an Australian data breach hits AUD $4.26 million
About Cloud Services
Fri, 2nd Aug 2024
Microsoft leads in Australia's booming IaaS market, surpassing Amazon
About Software-as-a-Service
Wed, 24th Jul 2024
CI&T Australia hires new leads for data & cloud practices
About Cloud Services
Wed, 10th Jul 2024
Amber Technology appoints Garrick Simeon as new media GM
About Cloud Services
Mon, 1st Jul 2024
Trend Micro earns top security certification for Australian govt
About Cloud Services
Thu, 30th May 2024
Job moves
CI&T Australia hires new leads for data & cloud practices
Move at Atlassian
Wed, 10th Jul 2024
Amber Technology appoints Garrick Simeon as new media GM
Move at Amazon Web Services
Mon, 1st Jul 2024
Connetico appoints Michelle Bendschneider as CEO
Move at Telstra
Tue, 21st Mar 2023
Hostopia Australia extends AWS partnership with latest appointment
Move at Amazon Web Services
Wed, 3rd Feb 2021
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