VMware Cloud Foundation Delivers a Private Cloud Platform to Accelerate Customers' AI, Sovereignty and Security Outcomes

Core Insights - Broadcom Inc. is enhancing its VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) platform to support the adoption of artificial intelligence, national digital sovereignty, and cyber resilience for organizations [1][2] - The company announced new innovations and partnerships at VMware Explore 2024 in Barcelona, aimed at accelerating generative AI application development and cybersecurity initiatives [1][2] VMware Cloud Foundation Innovations - VMware Cloud Foundation is positioned as the first private cloud platform that combines public cloud scale with private cloud security and performance, offering a low total cost of ownership [2] - The platform supports a unified cloud experience and faster infrastructure modernization, enabling organizations to deploy consistently across various environments [2] - New releases of VMware Cloud Foundation 5.2 and 5.2.1 have been made this year, with plans to deliver VMware Cloud Foundation 9 [2] Advanced Services and Data Management - Broadcom introduced VMware Tanzu Data Services for VCF to enhance deployment and management of critical data services, which are essential for AI applications [3] - The service aims to improve operational efficiency and data security, addressing challenges in deploying modern application architectures [3] Cyber Resilience and Security Enhancements - VMware Live Recovery will now support Google Cloud VMware Engine (GCVE) for both cyber and disaster recovery, providing a secure and simplified experience for protecting workloads [4] - The VMware vDefend Advanced Service for VCF now includes GenAI-based intelligent assistance to help IT security teams manage threats more effectively [5] Generative AI Services Expansion - Broadcom's Private AI strategy focuses on privacy and control, allowing organizations to quickly onboard new AI services [6] - The company announced support for Microsoft's Azure AI Video Indexer on VMware Private AI, facilitating video and audio analysis on various platforms [6] Training and Certification Initiatives - Broadcom is offering a 50% discount on VMware Certified Professional (VCP) and VMware Certified Advanced Professional (VCAP) certification exams for VMUG Advantage subscribers [7] - A new VMware Certified Professional - VCF Architect certification has been introduced to validate skills in designing VCF solutions [9] Private Cloud Modernization Support - Broadcom is continuing its investments in the Private Cloud Modernization Program to assist businesses in transitioning to private cloud environments [8] - A Private Cloud Maturity and Optimization tool is now available for partners to help customers realize the value of private cloud solutions [10] Sovereign Cloud Services - 50 VMware Cloud Service Providers (VCSPs) are now offering sovereign cloud services based on VCF, ensuring local operations and data residency [11] - VMware Cloud Foundation includes features that meet sovereign cloud requirements, such as privacy-enhancing computation and integrated data protection [12] Industry Context - The increasing importance of digital sovereignty is highlighted as organizations seek to maintain control over their data and operations [13]