Data (R)evolution

At the forefront of everything we do at Aiven, is our customers. And we do this by focusing on enterprise readiness, trust, and compliance, bringing AI closer to daily operations, and allowing customers to leverage their existing cloud agreements.

 In this Data (R)evolution episode, we're joined by Oskari Saarenmaa, Aiven’s CEO and Co-Founder, to talk about Aiven's future plans, including the innovative “Bring Your Own Cloud” (BYOC) approach and its potential advantages. We explored key features such as vector search, AI enhancements, and new serve capabilities. Additionally, we looked at Ivan's sustainability efforts and their commitment to reducing the carbon footprint of their services. This episode is filled with technical insights and forward-thinking ideas. 

Key Takeaways:
  1. Aiven prioritizes enterprise-grade security and compliance, integrating advanced technical controls and achieving certifications to build customer trust
  2. The "Bring Your Own Cloud" (BYOC) feature allows customers to deploy Aiven technologies on their existing cloud accounts, maximizing cost savings and native cloud capabilities
  3. EverSQL's acquisition enhances Aiven's platform by optimizing SQL database performance through AI, enabling developers to focus on value-adding tasks and improving overall efficiency

Resources:

Timestamps:
03:47 Founders started consulting, saw need for scalability
08:29 Cloud growth challenges open source business models
10:21 EverSQL optimizes databases, helps users with performance
15:06 Engineer initiated carbon footprint tracking for product
17:26 Enterprise evolution from self-service to platform
25:31 Aiven offers diverse AI tools and technologies
29:09 Developing PGAas with visual identity, technical features
32:19 Basic technical tooling, trust, experience enable partnership
33:29 Acknowledgment of role and sustainability in business

What is Data (R)evolution?

Data is the fuel that ignites innovation and revolutionizes our world. It’s potent, undeniable, and the driving force for our future.

Data (R)evolution, powered by Aiven, explores the intersections of data, innovation, and economics through the ever-evolving landscape of cloud technology. Led by hosts Janki Patel Westenberg and Francesco Tisiot, they navigate the currents of this digital revolution in conversation with experts at the forefront of change.