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Australia’s cloud-first policy risks rushed migrations by mid-2026

Agencies face a July 2026 deadline to prioritize cloud, but experts warn speed may trump planning.

https://hostingpaper.com/article/australia-s-cloud-first-policy-risks-rushed-migrations-by-mid-2026

#CloudInfrastructure #Hyperscalers

Australia’s cloud-first policy risks rushed migrations by mid-2026

Australia’s Digital Transformation Agency will enforce a cloud-first policy from July 1, 2026, requiring agencies to justify non-cloud IT projects. Industry analysts caution that tight timelines could lead to lift-and-shift migrations, vendor lock-in, and security gaps without proper planning.

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Marcorp Hosting launches tiered plans to reduce provider churn

The provider now offers shared, dedicated, and Divi-optimized WordPress hosting under unified support terms.

https://hostingpaper.com/article/marcorp-hosting-launches-tiered-plans-to-reduce-provider-churn

#Hosting #SharedReseller

Marcorp Hosting launches tiered plans to reduce provider churn

Marcorp Hosting has introduced a three-tier hosting lineup—shared, dedicated, and WordPress optimized for Divi—to let businesses scale infrastructure without switching providers. All tiers include identical uptime guarantees, unlimited bandwidth, and 24/7 support, aiming to reduce friction for grow…

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ERCOT launches Batch Zero to manage AI-driven data center demand

Texas grid operator ERCOT adopts a centralized process to evaluate 100 GW of large-load requests amid surging data center growth.

https://hostingpaper.com/article/ercot-launches-batch-zero-to-manage-ai-driven-data-center-demand

#CloudInfrastructure #DataCenters

ERCOT launches Batch Zero to manage AI-driven data center demand

The Public Utility Commission of Texas approved ERCOT’s Batch Zero framework, replacing a utility-by-utility approach with a systemwide study to assess new large loads, including 65 GW of data center and AI-related demand. The shift aims to address backlogs and coordination challenges in the existi…

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CISA flags critical Ubiquiti, Lantronix flaws under active attack

Federal agencies must patch or mitigate four max-severity vulnerabilities within three days after CISA confirms exploitation in the wild.

https://hostingpaper.com/article/cisa-flags-critical-ubiquiti-lantronix-flaws-under-active-attack

#Security #Vulnerabilities

CISA flags critical Ubiquiti, Lantronix flaws under active attack

CISA has added four critical vulnerabilities in Ubiquiti UniFi OS and Lantronix EDS5000 serial-to-Ethernet servers to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog, citing active exploitation. Federal agencies must apply patches or mitigations by 27 June 2026.

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Cloudflare opens OAuth to all developers

Self-managed OAuth clients now available for all Cloudflare customers, enabling delegated API access with improved security and revocation controls.

https://hostingpaper.com/article/cloudflare-opens-oauth-to-all-developers

#Saas #DeveloperTools

Cloudflare opens OAuth to all developers

Cloudflare has launched self-managed OAuth for all customers, replacing manual onboarding with a scalable system for delegated API access. The upgrade required major backend changes to support broader ecosystem growth while maintaining security and uptime.

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Mistic backdoor linked to ransomware access broker KongTuke

A newly identified backdoor, Mistic, is being used by the KongTuke access broker to facilitate ransomware attacks on corporate networks.

https://hostingpaper.com/article/mistic-backdoor-linked-to-ransomware-access-broker-kongtuke

#Security #Vulnerabilities

Mistic backdoor linked to ransomware access broker KongTuke

Security researchers have identified Mistic, a stealthy backdoor malware attributed to the KongTuke initial access broker, which sells network access to ransomware groups. The malware, active since April 2026, enables long-term persistence and in-memory payload execution, evading traditional detect…

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Bluehost adds Paperclip AI and Magento to VPS lineup

Bluehost launches one-click VPS deployments for autonomous AI workflows and Magento eCommerce stores.

https://hostingpaper.com/article/bluehost-adds-paperclip-ai-and-magento-to-vps-lineup

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Bluehost adds Paperclip AI and Magento to VPS lineup

Bluehost has introduced one-click VPS hosting for Paperclip, an autonomous AI workflow platform, and Magento, an open-source eCommerce solution. The move targets businesses seeking self-managed infrastructure for AI-driven operations and customizable online stores, backed by NVMe storage and full r…

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Germany halts rail traffic after nationwide GSM-R outage

Deutsche Bahn suspended all train services on 23 June 2026 following a failure in its GSM-R wireless network.

https://hostingpaper.com/article/germany-halts-rail-traffic-after-nationwide-gsm-r-outage

#Security #IncidentsBreaches

Germany halts rail traffic after nationwide GSM-R outage

A nationwide outage in Deutsche Bahn's GSM-R wireless network forced the German rail operator to cancel all train services for over two hours, stranding passengers and exposing vulnerabilities in legacy critical infrastructure.

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IPv6 deployment models diverge for access vs corporate networks

IETF drafts clarify when to use IPv6-Only+IPv4aaS or IPv6-Mostly to avoid misaligned network designs.

https://hostingpaper.com/article/ipv6-deployment-models-diverge-for-access-vs-corporate-networks

#CloudInfrastructure #NetworkingCDN

IPv6 deployment models diverge for access vs corporate networks

A RIPE Labs analysis distinguishes IPv6-Only+IPv4aaS for unmanaged access networks from IPv6-Mostly for corporate environments, urging operators to match transition mechanisms to use cases to prevent service degradation and operational complexity.

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AWS launches first Vietnam Local Zone in Hanoi

Amazon Web Services opens edge cloud infrastructure in Hanoi, enabling low-latency workloads and local data storage for Vietnamese enterprises.

https://hostingpaper.com/article/aws-launches-first-vietnam-local-zone-in-hanoi

#CloudInfrastructure #Hyperscalers

AWS launches first Vietnam Local Zone in Hanoi

AWS has activated a Local Zone in Hanoi, Vietnam, offering compute, storage, and database services with local data residency support. The deployment connects to the Singapore parent region and targets latency-sensitive applications in regulated sectors.

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