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AWS Hikes EC2 Capacity Block Rates by 15% in Uniform ML Pricing Adjustment
AWS has raised EC2 Capacity Block prices for ML by 15% across all regions, impacting GPU-based workloads. The uniform price hikes affect top-tier instances powered by NVIDIA GPUs, underscoring supply chain pressures and inflation. With limited alternatives, organizations face higher costs, emphasizing the need for effective workload optimization and cost management strategies.
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AWS CloudWatch Evolves into Unified Observability Platform with Apache Iceberg Support
AWS has expanded Amazon CloudWatch to unify log management across operational and security use cases. By integrating native OCSF normalization and Apache Iceberg-compatible storage via S3 Tables, the update aims to eliminate data silos and enable Zero-ETL analytics across multiple AWS accounts and regions.
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AWS Previews Route 53 Global Resolver to Decouple DNS from Regional Failures
AWS previews Route 53 Global Resolver, using Anycast to decouple DNS from regional failures. It simplifies hybrid setups with unified public/private resolution, DoH/DoT, and Zero-Trust security.
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AWS Adds Intelligent-Tiering and Replication for S3 Tables
AWS has introduced Intelligent-Tiering and cross-region replication for S3 Tables to automate cost optimization and data availability for Apache Iceberg workloads. These features allow data to transition to lower-cost storage tiers based on access patterns while maintaining consistent, read-only table replicas across regions and accounts without manual synchronization.
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Amazon S3 Vectors Reaches GA, Introducing "Storage-First" Architecture for RAG
AWS has announced the general availability of Amazon S3 Vectors, increasing per-index capacity forty-fold to 2 billion vectors. By natively integrating vector search into the S3 storage engine, the service introduces a "Storage-First" architecture that decouples compute from storage, reducing total cost of ownership by up to 90% for large-scale RAG workloads.
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AWS Launches Network Firewall Proxy in Preview to Simplify Managed Egress Security
AWS has unveiled the preview of its Network Firewall proxy, a managed service that optimizes proxy management and enhances outbound security for VPCs. Integrated with NAT Gateway, this tool inspects traffic through a three-phase model and supports both TLS interception and centralized models via Transit Gateway. Currently available in East Ohio.
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AWS Transform Custom Tackles Technical Debt
AWS Transform Custom revolutionizes code modernization with AI-driven, out-of-the-box transformations for Java, Node.js, and Python. This enterprise-focused tool accelerates application upgrades by up to 5x while learning from organizational nuances to deliver high-quality, repeatable transformations.
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Durable Functions and Werner Vogels’ Last Keynote: Highlights of AWS re:Invent 2025
The 2025 edition of re:Invent recently took place in Las Vegas. As anticipated, AI was a significant focus of the keynotes, but the community was more intrigued by announcements in the serverless space, including Lambda Managed Instances and Lambda Durable Functions. The conference marked the final keynote for Amazon CTO Werner Vogels after 14 years.
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AWS Launches Database Savings Plans, Offering up to 35% Cost Reduction and Engine Flexibility
AWS has launched Database Savings Plans, allowing customers to cut database costs by up to 35% with a commitment to consistent usage. This feature enhances flexibility during migrations and expansions across AWS Regions. Positive community feedback highlights its potential impact on cost efficiency and future direction for database commitments.
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AWS Introduces Durable Functions: Stateful Logic Directly in Lambda Code
AWS has unveiled Durable Functions for Lambda, revolutionizing multi-step workflows. This feature allows developers to write code that manages state and retry logic without incurring costs during waits. With advanced capabilities like checkpoints, pauses for up to a year, and simplified orchestration, Durable Functions streamline complex serverless applications.
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AWS Lambda Managed Instances: Serverless Flexibility Meets EC2 Cost Models
Unlock the power of AWS Lambda Managed Instances, seamlessly combining serverless functions with Amazon EC2 for optimal performance and cost efficiency. Designed for steady-state workloads, this solution automates instance management, reduces cold starts, and enables multi-concurrency.
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AWS Introduces Flat-Rate Pricing to Eliminate Cloud Cost Overages
AWS introduces flat-rate pricing plans for website delivery and security, offering predictable monthly costs with no overages. Combining CloudFront CDN, DDoS protection, and more, tiers start from free to $1,000/month. This shift enables seamless scaling for applications and simplifies budgeting, empowering developers to innovate without fear of unexpected charges.
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AWS Lambda Rust Support Reaches General Availability
AWS has elevated Rust support in Lambda from experimental to generally available, empowering developers to create high-performance, memory-safe serverless applications. This milestone enhances developer confidence, backed by AWS support and SLA. While it offers speed comparable to C++, challenges such as lengthy SDK compile times and increased binary sizes remain key considerations.
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AWS Launches Capabilities by Region Tool
AWS has launched "AWS Capabilities by Region," a powerful tool that streamlines service visibility for architects and developers. No more manual checks—now you can compare AWS services across regions interactively and plan deployments efficiently. With enhanced transparency and automated capability checks, streamline global projects and minimize delays.
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AWS Launches M8a General-Purpose EC2 Instances with 5th Gen AMD EPYC (Turin) Processors
AWS has launched M8a instances, powered by 5th Gen AMD EPYC processors, delivering 30% higher performance than M7a. With enhanced I/O capabilities and up to 75 Gbps networking, they cater to high-performance applications like gaming and ML. M8a instances offer diverse deployment options, reinforcing AWS's commitment to cutting-edge cloud solutions.