Research Notes

Research Note: Databricks Acquires BladeBridge

Steve McDowell February 12, 2025

Databricks announced the acquisition of BladeBridge, a provider of AI-powered migration solutions, to facilitate the transition of enterprise data warehouses to Databricks SQL (DBSQL).

BladeBridge automates the migration of workloads from over 20 different data warehouses and ETL platforms, using large language models for code analysis, conversion, and validation.

Research Note: NetApp’s New ASA + Realtime Malware Detection for Block Storage

Steve McDowell February 12, 2025

NetApp announced a major expansion of its all-flash SAN (ASA) product line while also introducing new ransomware protection capabilities advancements.

Research Note: Pure Storage Revamps Reseller Partner Program

Steve McDowell February 10, 2025

Pure Storage recently announced an update to its Reseller Partner Program, introducing new incentives, training, and automation capabilities to drive greater partner engagement and accelerate the adoption of all-flash solutions.

Research Note: CyberArk/SentinelOne Partnership

Steve McDowell February 10, 2025

CyberArk and SentinelOne have formed a strategic partnership to integrate CyberArk’s Endpoint Privilege Manager (EPM) with SentinelOne’s Singularity XDR platform.
The collaboration enhances endpoint security by combining privilege management with advanced threat detection and response capabilities.

Research Note: AMG Systems’ New Hardened NTP Time Servers

Michael McDowell February 6, 2025

AMG Systems recently introduced its new line of NTP Servers aimed at closed industrial networks needing a secure and industrial hardened time synching solution. The product line consists of four models allowing for AC/DC power flexibility and both DIN Rail and 19-inch rack mounting options.

Oracle Database@Google Cloud Enhancements & Expanded Availability

Steve McDowell February 3, 2025

Oracle and Google Cloud announced a significant expansion of Oracle Database@Google Cloud, introducing eight new regions and enhanced capabilities aimed at bolstering database resiliency, optimizing costs, and increasing operational flexibility.