Cloud Services Race examines the escalating competition in cloud infrastructure and AI services, revealing how a few dominant players are shaping the technology market. The book highlights the evolution towards an oligopoly dominated by AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform.
One intriguing aspect is how these companies' strategic investments in infrastructure and R&D are solidifying their competitive advantage. Another is the increasing reliance on AI services across diverse sectors like healthcare and finance, showcasing the practical applications driving digital transformation.
The book begins by providing a historical overview of cloud computing and defining key concepts like IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS. It then digs into the competitive strategies, market shares, and technological strengths of the major cloud providers. The approach relies on publicly available data, like earnings reports, to analyze their competitive strategies and AI service offerings.
Finally, it considers the future impact of emerging technologies and discusses regulatory challenges, offering a balanced perspective on the forces shaping the cloud and AI landscape.
