March 2025

Introduction¶ Starting from March 5, 2025, Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service (EKS) has taken a significant leap in security by enabling default envelope encryption for all Kubernetes API data in EKS clusters running Kubernetes version 1.28 or higher. This development enhances the security landscape for Kubernetes applications by providing a managed, default experience that implements defense-in-depth …

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Introduction¶ On March 5, 2025, AWS announced a significant enhancement to Bottlerocket, the Linux-based operating system designed specifically for containerized applications. The integration of NVIDIA’s Multi-Instance GPU (MIG) capabilities has opened new doors for Kubernetes workloads, enabling profound optimizations for workload management. This guide will provide an in-depth look at how Bottlerocket now supports NVIDIA …

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Introduction¶ In an era of heightened efficiency and workflow optimization, companies are increasingly seeking solutions that streamline operations while ensuring reliable performance. On March 5, 2025, Amazon announced that Amazon Connect, Amazon WorkSpaces, and Amazon AppStream 2.0 have achieved the coveted Chrome Enterprise Recommended (CER) certification. This significant recognition assures businesses that these services are …

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AWS Secrets Manager has always been a pivotal tool for managing and securing sensitive information in the cloud. As of March 4, 2025, AWS announced the remarkable increase in API request limits for its core operations: GetSecretValue and DescribeSecret. This new capability enables developers and organizations to make up to 10,000 requests per second for …

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In a groundbreaking update, Amazon Lex has launched support for Confirmation and Alphanumeric slot types specifically for the Korean (ko-KR) locale. This is a game-changer for developers aiming to build sophisticated conversational applications in Korean, as these built-in slot types simplify the process of creating natural and efficient user interactions. In this guide, we delve …

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Amazon SageMaker has recently made a major advancement in its Flexible Training Plans (FTP) by introducing instant start times and multiple offers. As of February 14, 2025, customers can now book a training plan that can start as soon as the next 30 minutes, allowing for accelerated access to GPU resources for machine learning workloads. …

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In recent developments, Amazon Q Business now supports insights from audio and video data, marking a significant enhancement for users of this powerful analytics tool. This new feature empowers businesses and organizations to search and extract insights from previously untapped multimedia content. The ability to query audio and video files, such as recorded meetings, training …

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Published on: March 3, 2025 Amazon QuickSight is now available in the AWS GovCloud (US-East) Region, enhancing the intelligence process for organizations that must comply with U.S. governmental regulations. The availability of Amazon QuickSight in the AWS GovCloud (US) Region ensures that organizations can make use of this powerful business intelligence tool without sacrificing data …

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Announcing Managed Integrations for AWS IoT Device Management (Preview) Posted on: Mar 3, 2025 With the increasing proliferation of Internet of Things (IoT) devices, the management of diverse devices across multiple manufacturers and connectivity protocols has become a complex and challenging endeavor. Today, AWS IoT Device Management is taking a significant step towards simplifying this …

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Introduction¶ Amazon Bedrock Data Automation (BDA) is now generally available, marking a transformative leap for developers engaged in data-centric applications. With this feature, developers can automate the extraction of meaningful insights from unstructured multimodal content—including documents, images, video, and audio. It enables the construction of Generative AI (GenAI) applications more efficiently than ever before. By …

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