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Episode 485: It's an Ending, That's Enough

Sep 20, 2024
IBM's acquisition of Kubecost sparks a discussion on the evolving landscape of cloud cost management. AWS transitioning OpenSearch to the Linux Foundation highlights the significance of open-source dynamics. As Amazon employees are called back to the office, insights into corporate culture and remote work policies emerge. The contrast between London's vibrant atmosphere and Amsterdam's calm setting provides a relatable backdrop, while reflections on founder-employee dynamics enrich the conversation about risk and rewards in tech.
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ANECDOTE

London vs. Amsterdam

  • Cote compared London's vibe to jeans and Amsterdam's to sweatpants.
  • He found London busier and grittier than the more relaxed, tourist-centric Amsterdam.
ANECDOTE

Kubecost Acquisition

  • IBM acquired Matt Ray's former company, Kubecost.
  • Matt Ray made money from the acquisition because he bought his options.
INSIGHT

FinOps Future

  • Cost monitoring in FinOps is becoming commoditized.
  • FinOps solutions should focus on analysis, reporting, and governance on top of cost monitoring.
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