#OpenSource, #CloudComputing, and #VendorNeutrality – In this episode, we explore how OpenNebula is redefining cloud management with open-source, multi-cloud capabilities, providing an enterprise-level alternative to traditional hyper-scalers.
00:00 - Introduction: Open Source and Vendor Neutrality
00:33 - Welcome to Ignacio Llorente from OpenNebula
01:11 - The Origins of OpenNebula: Europe’s First Cloud Management Platform
03:02 - OpenNebula’s Unique Cloud Solutions
05:14 - Vendor Neutrality: Cloud Flexibility Across Providers
07:38 - Founding Vision and Early Development Journey
10:35 - Transitioning from Linux CLI to Full Cloud Platform
14:08 - EU Research Projects and OpenNebula’s Growth
19:00 - Promoting EU Cloud Sovereignty with IPSI
21:41 - Use Cases in Gaming and Low-Latency Edge Deployments
23:58 - Federation and Service-Level Agreements in Cloud Environments
28:10 - Multi-Tenancy Support for Service Providers
30:28 - Integrating AI for Cloud Operations
37:19 - What’s Next: OpenNebula 7.0 and the Roadmap Ahead
39:04 - Closing Thoughts on Open Source in the Cloud
In Episode 91 of Great Things with Great Tech, I sit down with Ignacio Llorente, CEO of OpenNebula, to discuss how open-source cloud management is advancing with OpenNebula. Ignacio shares how the platform, built on a Linux-inspired architecture, empowers companies to control their cloud environments while avoiding hyper-scaler lock-in. We discuss OpenNebula’s multi-cloud approach, its commitment to vendor neutrality, and the influence of EU funding in driving cloud innovation. With OpenNebula’s upcoming 7.0 release, Ignacio reveals plans to expand support across cloud providers, integrate AI, and develop a comprehensive ecosystem around the platform.
Founded in 2008 and a pioneer in the cloud management space, OpenNebula remains dedicated to flexible, interoperable solutions that let enterprises scale across hybrid, private, and edge environments.
Key Topics Discussed:
• OpenNebula’s Vision for Vendor-Neutral Cloud Solutions
• Multi-Tenancy and Federation for Service Providers
• How OpenNebula’s AI-Driven Automation Enhances Cloud Operations
• The Impact of EU Sovereignty Initiatives on Open Source Cloud Platforms
• OpenNebula’s Integration Roadmap for Hybrid and Edge Computing
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