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CNCF Welcomes 12 New Silver Members, Reinforcing Cloud Native Growth

The Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF), a leading organization dedicated to fostering sustainable ecosystems for cloud native software, has welcomed twelve new Silver Members. This expansion emphasizes the growing necessity for observability and automation technologies across various industries.

In a recently released report on the State of Cloud Native Development by CNCF, it was noted that over 15 million developers are now leveraging cloud native technologies. Backend and DevOps professionals represent the majority of this adoption, accounting for 58%. As companies continue to transition towards hybrid, multi-cloud, and distributed infrastructure strategies, the demand for cloud native tools has skyrocketed. These tools are crucial for scaling systems, minimizing operational costs, and managing the increasing workloads associated with artificial intelligence (AI).

By becoming members of CNCF, these newly recognized companies will tap into a global ecosystem, which empowers them to influence emerging standards, collaborate on innovative open source projects, and effectively respond to the rising need for reliable and cost-effective infrastructure solutions.

Insights from CNCF

Jonathan Bryce, the executive director of CNCF stated, "The expansion of our Silver Member community emphasizes the critical role of cloud native technologies in transforming infrastructure's future." He added, "These members bring invaluable expertise in observability, AI in cloud environments, and infrastructure development. This reflects the pressing need for automation and heightened security in cloud native platforms, all while maintaining cost-efficiency. We are eager to work together with these organizations to further our mission of making cloud native approaches accessible and sustainable for everyone."

Benefits of Membership

CNCF’s Silver Members enjoy numerous benefits amounting to over $300,000 USD, which encompass:

• - Access to training and educational resources
• - Sponsorship discounts for events
• - Usage of The Linux Foundation’s legal resources
• - Opportunities to participate in project working groups

New Silver Member Overview

The companies joining this robust community include:

• - ClickHouse: A high-performance SQL database designed for online analytical processing (OLAP), offered as both an open source solution and a cloud-based option.
• - Confluentis Consulting: A cloud-agnostic firm specializing in cost optimization, DevOps, and solution design, equipped to tackle the challenges of modern platform engineering.
• - CUE Labs: Creators of the open source project CUE, focusing on transforming configuration management into a reliable source for enterprises.
• - Excellion Sdn Bhd: A Malaysian integrator crafting secure cloud native infrastructure through advanced observability practices and AI engineering.
• - Grepr: An observability platform that reduces monitoring expenses significantly while enhancing troubleshooting efficiency.
• - Hunter Strategy LLC: Providing DevSecOps and cloud-native development expertise to federal and commercial clients, facilitating secure infrastructure.
• - kt cloud: Operating Korea’s premier cloud and AI infrastructure, offering comprehensive services tailored to today’s needs.
• - Openpaya: A cloud computing company specializing in global infrastructure solutions.
• - pgEdge: Delivering an open-source enterprise PostgreSQL platform that excels in both non-distributed and distributed applications.
• - Yonder: A technology partner for enterprises seeking innovative digital solutions to streamline operations and ensure robust growth.

Additionally, CNCF has also added new Silver End User Members leveraging cloud native technologies to elevate their digital transformation efforts, including organizations like Block and CoBank, which focus on enhancing access to the global economy and serving rural America respectively.

In conclusion, the integration of these new members into CNCF’s community marks a significant step toward fostering collaboration and innovation across cloud native technologies. As the industry evolves, the role of CNCF becomes more pivotal in ensuring organizations can harness the full potential of cloud native advancements.

For organizations looking to understand the benefits of joining as a Silver Member, further information can be found at CNCF Join Silver.

About CNCF

The Cloud Native Computing Foundation is dedicated to enabling organizations to develop and run scalable applications using an open-source software stack in various cloud environments. CNCF's mission is to unite industry’s top developers, end users, and suppliers, hosting critical components of the global tech infrastructure, such as Kubernetes, Prometheus, and Envoy. Supported by nearly 800 members, including leading cloud computing and software enterprises, CNCF is integral to the Linux Foundation’s efforts in the tech space. More information can be found at www.cncf.io.