AWS and Nokia are handing the wheel to AI, launching an innovative network slicing platform managed by Amazon Bedrock agents. Moving beyond traditional 5G Core models, these AI agents analyze real-time radio data to create customized, end-to-end network slices. Currently in trials with operators like Orange and du, the technology promises to optimize telecommunications networks for everything from mission-critical applications to immersive entertainment.

OpenAI is introducing new "stateful AI" capabilities to Amazon Bedrock, equipping AI agents with the persistent memory required to handle complex, multi-step enterprise tasks. While Microsoft Azure retains its exclusive hold on OpenAI's stateless APIs, analysts suggest this new AWS integration marks a significant pivot. By offering a managed orchestration layer on AWS, OpenAI is signaling a strategic shift toward a multi-cloud footprint and highlighting the growing importance

U.S. Department of Defense organizations can now access Qlik's powerful data analytics and integration tools directly through the AWS Marketplace. Designed for agencies using the Joint Warfighting Cloud Capability (JWCC) procurement pathways, the new availability allows defense customers to quickly deploy secure, governed solutions—either as SaaS or customer-managed options—while maintaining strict compliance standards for mission-critical

Telenor has launched its new cloud-based Nordic TV platform, partnering with AWS and Scalstrm to modernize streaming services across Norway, Sweden, and Finland. The collaboration enabled Telenor to transition from traditional on-premise setups to a flexible, cloud-native origin platform in under a year. Designed to deliver live TV and on-demand content with improved resilience and scalability, the initiative is a key part of Telenor's strategy to enhance customer experience

A new AWS reference application called "SafeRoute" demonstrates how municipalities can build crime-aware navigation tools to enhance public safety. By combining historical crime data with real-time user reports, the system dynamically calculates risk zones and suggests safer travel alternatives. Built on a serverless architecture using services like Amazon Location Service and Amazon Aurora PostgreSQL, SafeRoute also features real-time SMS alerts and emergency contact calling

Sustainability is shifting from a compliance requirement to a strategic business driver. Hilary Tam, AWS Sustainability Leader for EMEA, argues that leveraging cloud and AI technologies can transform sustainability data into tangible commercial value. By moving beyond simple reporting, organizations can optimize operations and reduce costs. Tam outlines how AWS is supporting this transition through its "Future Fit Framework," helping businesses integrate sustainability direct

AWS is working to fully restore cloud services in the UAE after a data center fire—caused by unidentified aerial objects—led to a temporary power shutdown in a specific availability zone. The company immediately rerouted traffic to minimize the impact on customer services like EC2 and S3. Engineers are on-site coordinating with local authorities to ensure safe and steady recovery operations.

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is working to safely restore cloud operations in the Middle East after facilities in the UAE and Bahrain were damaged by aerial objects amid regional hostilities. The impact triggered a fire at a UAE data center, leading local emergency responders to temporarily shut off power to the site. AWS is prioritizing the safety of its operators as it begins repair efforts and is assisting customers in shifting their data and applications to operational avail

OpenAI and Amazon have announced a landmark $50 billion strategic partnership that promises to reshape enterprise AI. Under the deal, Amazon will invest heavily in the AI research organization, while AWS becomes the exclusive third-party cloud provider for OpenAI's new "Frontier" agent platform. The collaboration also includes the co-development of a Stateful Runtime Environment on Amazon Bedrock and a massive commitment from OpenAI to utilize 2 gigawatts of Amazon's Trainium

AT&T is redefining its future by pairing a massive fiber expansion with cloud innovation. The company has partnered with AWS and Amazon Leo to modernize its network while acquiring Lumen’s mass-markets fiber business to reach more homes. These strategic pivots, combined with new ventures in connected healthcare and family tech, are positioning AT&T to capture high-value enterprise and consumer segments beyond basic connectivity.