The recent “Cloud Computing – Company Evaluation Report, 2025” by Research and Markets offers a comprehensive analysis of the global cloud computing sector, emphasizing the evolving significance of cloud technology in IT strategies. This analysis highlights how key players, including Microsoft, AWS, and Google Cloud, are driving innovation through AI-driven solutions, hybrid cloud offerings, and global expansion. Companies are increasingly investing in research, development, and strategic partnerships to maintain competitiveness, as cloud computing becomes central to digital transformation, real-time analytics, and scalable, cost-effective infrastructure solutions. The report underscores the industry’s shift towards more agile and secure cloud-based environments in response to rising digital workloads and the need for adaptable infrastructure.

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