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Google Cloud Outlines Key Strategies for Securing Remote MCP Servers
Google Cloud published a guide that lays out strategies for securing remote Model Context Protocol (MCP) server deployments, particularly in contexts where AI systems depend on external tools, databases, and APIs.
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AWS ALBs Now Support Native URL and Host Header Rewriting
AWS's Application Load Balancers (ALB) now offer native URL and Host Header Rewriting, eliminating the need for third-party proxies and custom logic. This feature enhances request routing, reduces maintenance, and lowers latency. Easily configurable via the AWS Management Console or API, it streamlines traffic management for backend services, aligning AWS with other cloud leaders.
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Bring Your Own Key (BYOK): AWS IAM Identity Center Adopts CMKs to Meet Enterprise Compliance Needs
AWS IAM Identity Center now supports customer-managed KMS keys (CMKs) for encrypting identity data at rest. This enhancement offers organizations complete control over their encryption keys, ensuring granular access management, robust auditing via AWS CloudTrail, and improved compliance for regulated industries. It’s a key evolution for data sovereignty in the cloud.
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AWS Introduces EC2 Instance Attestation
AWS has introduced EC2 instance attestation, a new security feature that enables customers to verify that their virtual machines are running approved software configurations in a cryptographically secure manner. The capability is powered by the Nitro Trusted Platform Module (NitroTPM) and Attestable AMIs.
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IBM Cloud Code Engine Serverless Fleets with GPUs for High-Performance AI and Parallel Computing
IBM Cloud Code Engine’s new Serverless Fleets revolutionizes how enterprises tackle compute-intensive tasks. Harnessing integrated GPU support, it simplifies the execution of large-scale workloads with a fully managed, pay-as-you-go model. This efficient platform eliminates operational complexities, enabling developers to focus on innovation while ensuring cost-effectiveness and scalability.
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AWS Introduces ECS Managed Instances for Containerized Applications
AWS recently announced Amazon ECS Managed Instances, a new feature in ECS designed to simplify the deployment of containerized applications on EC2 instances. The service automatically manages instance provisioning, scaling, and maintenance, thereby reducing the operational overhead associated with maintaining container infrastructure.
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Cloudflare Achieves 99.99% Warm Start Rate for Workers with 'Shard and Conquer' Consistent Hashing
Cloudflare's innovative "Shard and Conquer" technique revolutionizes its serverless platform by slashing cold start rates by 90%. Utilizing a consistent hash ring, it routes traffic efficiently, keeping Workers warm and minimizing latency. Enhanced for larger applications, this approach ensures optimal performance while accommodating user demands for richer functionalities.
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New DNS Armor Service Helps Google Cloud Workloads Preemptively Block Cyber Threats
Google Cloud's DNS Armor, in partnership with Infoblox, offers a vital layer of security against DNS-based threats for Google Cloud workloads. Utilizing advanced threat detection and machine learning, it identifies and mitigates risks like malware and data exfiltration, ensuring robust protection without impacting performance. Deployable as a managed service providing seamless control for users.
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AWS Introduces M4 and M4 Pro Mac Instances for Faster Apple App Development
AWS has recently launched two new Mac instances (M4 and M4 Pro) built on Apple's latest M4 silicon. The new EC2 instances provide faster CPU performance, enhanced graphics, and increased memory for building iOS and macOS applications.
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AWS CDK Refactor Feature: Safe Infrastructure as Code Renaming
AWS's new Cloud Development Kit (CDK) refactor command allows engineers to safely rename and reorganize infrastructure as code without forcing a destructive rebuild. The feature, leveraging a similar AWS CloudFormation capability, automatically computes the necessary mappings to preserve resources like databases, solving a major pain point that previously led to data loss and downtime.
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Cloudflare Adds Node.js HTTP Servers to Cloudflare Workers
Cloudflare recently implemented the node:http client and server APIs in Cloudflare Workers, allowing developers to migrate existing Node.js applications to the serverless computing platform. These HTTP APIs enable popular Node.js frameworks, such as Express.js and Koa.js, to run on Workers.
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Microsoft Introduces Logic Apps as MCP Servers in Public Preview
Microsoft has unveiled a public preview of Azure Logic Apps (Standard) as Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers, enabling developers to build and manage AI agents easily. This new capability promotes seamless integration with diverse systems, enhancing scalability and reusability while simplifying the development process for enterprise workflows.
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Cloudflare Introduces Automated Scoring for Shadow AI Risk Assessment
During AI Week 2025, Cloudflare announced Application Confidence Scores, an automated assessment system that is designed to help organizations evaluate the safety and security of third-party AI applications at scale.
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Azure Service Groups Enter Public Preview Offering New Abstraction Layer for Resource Management
Microsoft has launched Azure Service Groups in public preview, a new feature designed to simplify resource management and administration. Acting as a flexible, tenant-level container, Service Groups allow users to organize Azure resources from anywhere within their tenant without affecting RBAC or policy inheritance.
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FerretDB Cloud: Open Source Alternative to MongoDB Atlas?
FerretDB has recently announced the availability of FerretDB Cloud, a managed MongoDB-compatible database service built on open source DocumentDB. Targeting developers seeking the first cross-cloud DocumentDB-based solution and an alternative to MongoDB Atlas, FerretDB Cloud is currently available on AWS only.