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Share the joy of free credits on UpCloud with our Referral Program
As we enter the holiday season, we want to remind you of UpCloud’s Referral program, allowing you and your network to enjoy free credits. Get started today! Better with friends The referral program is our way to reward our enthusiastic users. By recommending UpCloud, you will receive €50 in free credit, and your friend will […]
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Where security comes first – Sweden
In recent years, the adoption of cloud computing has transformed the way businesses operate and store their data. Yet, with this digital revolution comes mounting pressures regarding data security. As organisations worldwide grapple with safeguarding their sensitive information, for businesses operating within Europe ensuring compliance is a business essential. This is no different in Sweden […]
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UpCloud launches Swedish data centre
We are thrilled to announce the launch of our new Swedish data centre (DC). We are very excited to offer both new and existing clients Stockholm-based services. Our latest DC brings the world’s fastest Cloud Servers, MaxIOPS block storage, Managed Kubernetes, PostgreSQL, Redis and OpenSearch and many more excellent UpCloud services. Additionally, we are delighted […]
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GDPR, ISO 27001 and CISPE Code of Conduct: a guide to European compliance with UpCloud
Headquartered in Helsinki, UpCloud stands at the forefront of the European cloud infrastructure industry, rooted in Finnish traditions of technical and business excellence. Every customer who chooses to partner with us isn’t just selecting a cloud hosting solution; they’re placing their business, their confidence, and their aspirations in the hands of a certified Cloud Service […]
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UpCloud appoints Teemu Toppola as Head of Product
UpCloud is delighted to announce the appointment of Teemu Toppola as our new Head of Product, effective September 1st, 2023. Teemu joined UpCloud in 2021 as a Team Coach, advancing to Head of Engineering by early 2022. Having excelled in his roles over the past two years, Teemu was promoted to the role of Head […]
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European Cloud: The cornerstone of GDPR Compliant Data Protection
In today’s digital era, ensuring data privacy and security is paramount for businesses worldwide. However, with the 2018 introduction of General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), companies operating within the EU are bound by strict guidelines to protect the personal data of their customers. Establishing the highest levels of data privacy and security should be one […]
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ESG and Cloud: The benefits of adopting cloud technology to elevate ESG efforts
Over the last few years, businesses have stepped up their commitment to dealing with environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues. With investors, regulators, governments, customers, and employees increasingly evaluating companies on ESG criteria, many businesses are struggling to balance revenue generation with delivering on these commitments. Leading organisations have committed to Net Zero targets by 2030 and […]
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Lauri Ikonen, Former Head of Google’s Finnish Data Center, Appointed to Lead UpCloud’s Strategy and Operations
UpCloud has appointed Lauri Ikonen as the company’s Chief Strategy and Operating Officer. Ikonen, who took the position on August 1st, has more than 15 years of leadership experience in service and project businesses at Google and ABB, among others. Ikonen will focus on UpCloud’s growth and scaling the company’s operations. “I have kept an […]
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Operating in the EU? – Why a European-based cloud platform is the right choice.
In today’s interconnected and online world, cloud computing has become the backbone of modern businesses – offering scalable and efficient solutions for storage, processing and collaboration. However, for European businesses and any business operating within the European market, the choice of cloud platform goes beyond mere functionality. 2018 saw the introduction of General Data Protection […]
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