The Ultimate Guide to Public Cloud

2026 · Kiwi 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.

Kiwi 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
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
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
Recent news
Microsoft Cloud Region launch sparks hybrid infrastructure debate in New Zealand
About Cloud Services
Mon, 18th Nov 2024
CyberCX strengthens NZ leadership for cloud expansion
About Cloud Services
Tue, 8th Oct 2024
NZ businesses struggle with data quality for AI adoption
About Cloud Services
Mon, 10th Jun 2024
Will Graham appointed General Manager at One New Zealand
About Cloud Services
Mon, 10th Jun 2024
AI skills could boost New Zealand salaries by 30%, says AWS
About Cloud Services
Thu, 18th Apr 2024
One NZ appoints Nick Quin as new Head of Public Sector
About Cloud Services
Mon, 11th Mar 2024
TVNZ first to adopt AWS Clean Rooms for secure advertisement innovation
About Cloud Services
Fri, 1st Dec 2023
RedShield bolsters ties with AWS to offer advanced cybersecurity services
About Cloud Services
Tue, 28th Nov 2023
Genesis Energy picks Gentrack's g2.0 for digital transformation boost
About Cloud Services
Tue, 21st Nov 2023
Cloud technology's potential impact on New Zealand economy
About Cloud Services
Tue, 10th Oct 2023
One New Zealand unites with Google Cloud to drive DX
About Cloud Services
Thu, 21st Sep 2023
Bailey implements SAP Cloud for transparency and mobility
About Cloud Services
Wed, 19th Apr 2023
Spark Business achieves AWS Migration Competency status
About Cloud Services
Thu, 6th Apr 2023
Loyalty NZ completes cloud migration to unlock new value
About Cloud Services
Thu, 26th Jan 2023
Digital Island announces AWS Service Delivery designation for Amazon Connect
About Cloud Services
Tue, 20th Dec 2022
Spark Business Group awarded 2022 AWS partner award
About Cloud Services
Wed, 30th Nov 2022
Paul Dearlove to head Google's cloud division in New Zealand
About Cloud Services
Tue, 29th Nov 2022
As MIQ ends, JNCTN seeks potential in digital credentialing
About Cloud Services
Tue, 15th Nov 2022
Ballance delivers greater customer value through SAP
About Cloud Services
Thu, 22nd Sep 2022
ACE develops fresh ways to boost AWS cloud expertise across NZ
About Cloud Services
Thu, 22nd Sep 2022
Job moves
eG Innovations names Joanne Bowey to lead New Zealand
Move at Hybrid IT
Mon, 23rd Feb 2026
Atturra rebrands Plan B to expand IT services in New Zealand
Move at Microsoft
Wed, 30th Jul 2025
CyberCX strengthens NZ leadership for cloud expansion
Move at Amazon Web Services
Tue, 8th Oct 2024
Will Graham appointed General Manager at One New Zealand
Move at Microsoft
Mon, 10th Jun 2024
One NZ appoints Nick Quin as new Head of Public Sector
Move at Microsoft
Mon, 11th Mar 2024
OSS Group appoints Devon 'Mac' Stewart as cloud services manager
Move at Microsoft
Sat, 6th Aug 2022
Digital Island appoints Grant Sweeney as customer & sales general manager
Move at Digital Island
Tue, 26th Apr 2022
Digital Island appoints Grant Sweeney as Customer & sales general manager
Move at Digital Island
Tue, 26th Apr 2022
Microsoft NZ completes new senior leadership team with AWS hire
Move at Microsoft
Thu, 28th Jan 2021
IBM NZ appoints practice lead for new Cloud Advisory Practice
Move at IBM
Wed, 25th Nov 2020
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