In the 2025 State of FinOps report, workload optimization and waste reduction once again top the list of priorities—but this time, it's about action, not just visibility. As FinOps matures, the focus is shifting from simply identifying inefficiencies to systematically fixing them through built-in workflows, context-rich insights, and tighter engineering integration. This article explores how governance, automation, and cultural alignment are shaping the next frontier of FinOps—where every dollar saved is tracked, verified, and sustained at scale.

Modern AppSec teams are overwhelmed with alerts but still struggle to answer the one question that matters: What should we fix first? This article explores how shifting from raw data to contextual insights helps prioritize the most impactful vulnerabilities, align security efforts with business goals, and move application security from a cost center to a strategic enabler.

PointFive introduces a new approach to cloud cost management with Cloud Efficiency Posture Management (CEPM) — a discipline focused on optimizing cloud resource configuration, scaling, and architecture. Unlike traditional FinOps tools that emphasize spend visibility and discounts, CEPM continuously identifies root causes of inefficiency, delivers actionable insights, and embeds optimization into engineering workflows. From misconfigured DynamoDB tables to inefficient Aurora storage settings, PointFive helps teams move beyond surface-level cost savings to drive sustained performance, reliability, and cloud efficiency at scale.

Discover how Krumware, a leader in platform engineering, slashed cloud spend by an astonishing 80% and boosted operational efficiency by embracing Civo's simple, reliable, and cost-effective managed Kubernetes services, enabling their teams to focus on innovation instead of infrastructure complexities.

Web application security testing is more critical than ever as enterprises face growing threats and regulatory demands. This article breaks down essential components of an effective testing program—defining scope, blending automated and manual tools, integrating into the SDLC, and prioritizing risk. Learn how modern approaches like ASPM, AI, and continuous monitoring can help security teams stay ahead of evolving vulnerabilities and protect enterprise applications.

Discover how Codezero, a development innovation leader, revolutionized its workflow and boosted developer productivity by leveraging Civo Kubernetes. Learn how they slashed cluster setup times from hours to minutes, enabling every engineer to develop against live Kubernetes, treating environments as "disposable objects" with unparalleled support.

The disconnect between AppSec and development teams is more than a collaboration issue—it’s a major business risk. This article explores the root causes of this divide, from misaligned goals to disconnected toolchains, and offers practical strategies for uniting teams. Learn how to embed security into the developer workflow, prioritize risk over noise, and foster a culture of shared responsibility and continuous improvement.

Discover how Cloud Builders empowered their clients to slash cloud ownership costs by nearly 50% and dramatically simplify operations by leveraging Civo's cost-effective Kubernetes, Marketplace, and unparalleled expert support.

A Software Bill of Materials (SBOM) is the key to understanding what’s inside your software—and securing it. This article explores the growing importance of SBOMs in cybersecurity, the difference between static and dynamic SBOMs, how AI is transforming their effectiveness, and best practices for managing software supply chain risk.

Enhance your organization’s security and simplify user access with Bitwarden Login with SSO. This feature integrates identity-based single sign-on (SSO) with Bitwarden’s zero-knowledge encrypted password manager, supporting SAML 2.0 and OpenID Connect. Ideal for enterprises, it enables seamless authentication through existing identity providers while extending protection to all apps—even those without native SSO support.

Esade Ramon Llull University, a top business school, sought a robust database solution to support their critical eLearning platform, Moodle, and its 7,000 students and 1,000 daily concurrent users. Facing poor performance and low availability with MySQL community edition, they chose MariaDB Enterprise Server with Galera Cluster for its high query speed, robust clustering, and comprehensive support, drastically improving Moodle's performance and student experience.

The MariaDB Enterprise Kubernetes Operator simplifies managing MariaDB Enterprise Platform on Kubernetes. Acting as an embedded DBA, it leverages Kubernetes Custom Resource Definitions (CRDs) to automate deployment and operation of complex MariaDB topologies, including high-availability Galera clusters and MaxScale setups, using simple YAML files. Key features include effortless deployment, seamless rolling upgrades with minimal downtime, automated backups and recovery, and enhanced security. This operator enables advanced high availability with Galera and integrated load balancing with MaxScale, unlocking enterprise-grade features. Certified for Red Hat OpenShift, it reduces operational complexity, ensures data availability and security, and is available with a MariaDB Enterprise Platform Plus subscription.