Mark Boost
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Mark Boost
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CEO @civo.com - disruptive challenger to the hyperscale providers...building the cloud how it should have always been. I love to innovate and inspire people.
The cloud credit trap is catching more businesses than you might think.

Our latest whitepaper, a collaboration between Civo and Canopy, outlines how to avoid the trap and keep your cloud strategy future-proof.

If you're scaling in the cloud, this is a must-read.
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Decoding Cloud Credits: When "Free" Becomes a Strategic Liability - Civo.com
Uncover the truth about "free" cloud credits. Download our whitepaper to learn how to avoid costly traps and make informed decisions about your cloud infrastructure.
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October 28, 2025 at 3:07 PM
GPUs aren’t just fast—they’re built for AI.

Their parallel processing power is key to training and inference at scale.

Want to know why 1 GPU isn’t enough for today’s LLMs? Read on 👇
www.civo.com/blog/why-gpu...
All the news from the Civo cloud and beyond - Civo.com
Get the low down on what's new at Civo, plus tips, tricks and guides from our team to get the most out of your cloud.
https://www.civo.com/blog/why-gpus-accelerate-ai-learning"
October 27, 2025 at 1:37 PM
Global neocloud revenues could hit $180 Billion by 2030.

Why?

> AI integration is a must-have
> Cloud users are turning away from hyperscalers
> Innovation in the Cloud/AI space is just getting started

@civo.com is already meeting tomorrow’s demand. Check out CivoAI below.

www.civo.com/ai
Civo AI: Build, Deploy, and Scale AI Projects with NVIDIA GPUs - Civo.com
Unlock the power of AI with Civo AI. Build, deploy, and scale your AI projects in our cloud or yours, with the latest NVIDIA GPUs, flexible pricing, and enterprise-grade security.
www.civo.com
October 21, 2025 at 11:58 AM
@civo.com’s global roadmap dropped the other week:

On top of our public cloud regions in the US, UK, Europe and India, our private cloud solution FlexCore, is ready to act as your own personal cloud region wherever you need it.

Stay hyped - there’s more to come.

www.civo.com/newsroom/civ...
Civo reveals ‘Built for more’ vision at Civo Navigate London, targeting sovereign AI infrastructure - Civo.com
Explore Civo’s new ‘Built for More’ strategy, a bold rebrand promising a sovereign cloud and AI platform with more control, power, and possibilities for your business.
www.civo.com
October 15, 2025 at 9:20 AM
Anthropic’s just spotted the potential of India’s tech economy.

@civo.com opened our first region there this year - the talent and creativity on show make India one of the most exciting places in AI right now.

Check out some reflections from my last visit
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Reflections from Our Bangalore Meetup: Exploring India’s Cloud Future
Last week, I had the pleasure of traveling to Bangalore, a city that has rightfully earned its place as the beating heart of India’s tech revolution. From its bustling startup scene to its rapidly …
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October 13, 2025 at 12:17 PM
UK Tech Strategy has seen a transformation recently.

So much of it is hugely positive, but there’s always more we can do.

That’s why @civo.com drafted the Tech Sovereignty Agenda.

7 principles for change. 7 ways to reframe our future.

1 chance to get this right.

👇

www.civo.com/newsroom/civ...
Civo launches ‘Tech Sovereignty Agenda: Seven principles to reframe the UK’s tech strategy’ - Civo.com
Civo calls on the UK government to prioritize homegrown tech companies in its growth agenda. Learn how to reframe the nation's tech strategy.
www.civo.com
October 7, 2025 at 11:58 AM
Navigate London is done - long live Navigate India!

Thanks to everyone who made the event so special last week - great to meet so many visionaries!

What next? Sign up for Navigate in Bangalore NOW for another day of inspiring talks and workshops next month!

www.civo.com/navigate/ind...
October 6, 2025 at 4:03 PM
@civo.com is ‘Built For More’

More control. More power. More possibilities.

The future is bright, global, and driven by YOU.

Find out more below.

www.civo.com/newsroom/civ...
September 30, 2025 at 5:06 PM
Less than 24 hours to go until Civo Navigate London kicks off in earnest.

Big names, big ideas… and big @civo.com news!

FINAL call for tickets below - you don’t want to miss this

www.civo.com/navigate/lon...
Civo Navigate London 2025 Tech Event - Civo.com - Civo.com
Get the latest on Civo Navigate London 2025, a one-day tech event packed with talks and workshops focused on navigating and succeeding within the cloud native landscape.
www.civo.com
September 29, 2025 at 1:32 PM
Civo Navigate London: Sovereignty & AI Edition is less than a week away!

📣 25+ Expert speakers
🤖 AI Workshops
💡 Policy panels with titans of business, tech, and politics

Not to mention MAJOR @civo.com news!

Last call for tickets - get yours below while you can!
www.civo.com/navigate/lon...
Register for Civo Navigate London 2025 - Civo.com - Civo.com
Register for Civo Navigate London, a one-day tech event happening on Tuesday, September 30th, 2025, at Convene 155 Bishopsgate in the heart of the City of London.
www.civo.com
September 24, 2025 at 12:20 PM
The UK/US ‘Tech Prosperity Deal’ went live last week - but prosperity for whom?

When it’s mostly US companies involved, and they’re promising to run our critical AI infrastructure, it doesn’t feel like Britain’s winning.

Check out my full thoughts here!

www.computing.co.uk/news-analysi...
Microsoft leads with record $30bn investment in UK AI infrastructure
The government has hailed the economic boost that Big Tech investment in the UK digital and AI economy can bring, but some within the industry ...
www.computing.co.uk
September 22, 2025 at 12:00 PM
I've had the pleasure of opening a new cloud region and meeting some of the most innovative teams in the world in India this year.

Excited to see that energy and talent come together at Civo Navigate India in November - early bird tickets available until Sept. 30th!

www.civo.com/navigate/ind...
Register for Civo Navigate India 2025 - Sovereignty and AI Edition - Civo.com
Register for Civo Navigate India, a one-day tech event happening Tuesday, November 18th, 2025, at the Four Seasons Hotel, Bengaluru.
www.civo.com
September 17, 2025 at 4:18 PM
The EU’s Data Act is finally in force - and it’s a win for interoperability.

Has the EU broken its curse of misguided tech regulation? We’ll have to wait and see.

For now, check out my full thoughts in @theregister.com

www.theregister.com/2025/09/10/b... "
Big clouds scramble over EU Data Act and data transfers
Updated: Arbitrarily inflated lock-in-tastic fees curbed as movement charges must be cost-linked
www.theregister.com
September 15, 2025 at 12:25 PM
Another VMware lawsuit - this time from Tesco.

But what if you don’t want the legal headache (and costs)?

@civo.com has a handy blog to help users navigate the VMware debacle - check it out below.

www.civo.com/blog/navigat...
Navigating the VMware by Broadcom Acquisition - Civo.com
Discover the critical milestones and key changes in the VMware by Broadcom acquisition. Stay informed on subscription model shifts, partner program updates, and strategic pivots essential for customer...
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September 9, 2025 at 10:20 AM
I’m pleased to announce that Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg will be joining us for Civo Navigate London on September 30th!

Sparks are sure to fly on the digital sovereignty panel - get your tickets now!

www.civo.com/navigate/lon...
Register for Civo Navigate London 2025 - Civo.com - Civo.com
Register for Civo Navigate London, a one-day tech event happening on Tuesday, September 30th, 2025, at Convene 155 Bishopsgate in the heart of the City of London.
www.civo.com
September 8, 2025 at 3:57 PM
Our full-stack AI platform, CivoAI, has had an incredible response so far.

> Flexible billing
> Private and secure
> Straightforward and seamless

No wonder @civo.com is listed as a finalist in this year’s UK IT Industry Awards for AI Innovation of the Year!

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UK IT Industry Awards finalists 2025 | BCS
Congratulations and thanks for showcasing our vibrant industry. (2025)
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September 2, 2025 at 11:29 AM
The AI revolution is in its very first stages, and already it’s changing the world.

Met so many innovators in India earlier this year, and now @civo.com is playing a part in Africa’s vibrant tech scene thanks to Frampol.

Exciting times ahead in Civo’s AI journey - stay tuned for big news soon!
September 1, 2025 at 1:20 PM
Excitement is building for Civo Navigate London next month!

Expect keynotes from myself and @kelseyhightower.com, a panel with the UK’s shadow tech minister, workshops on relax.ai and much more!

Sign up for ‪Navigate before August 31 to secure a spot:

www.civo.com/navigate/lon...
Register for Civo Navigate London 2025 - Civo.com - Civo.com
Register for Civo Navigate London, a one-day tech event happening on Tuesday, September 30th, 2025, at Convene 155 Bishopsgate in the heart of the City of London.
www.civo.com
August 28, 2025 at 2:25 PM
Excited to be part of Computle’s journey!

The team is already transforming how VFX pros, engineers, and architects work - and their ambition is limitless.

Onwards and upwards!

computle.com/press/comput...
Subscription Workstation Platform Computle Secures £500k Pre-Seed Strategic Growth Investment From Cloud Pioneer Mark Boost
LONDON, UK – August 5th, 2025 - UK-based subscription workstation platform Computle has secured a pre-seed £500k growth investment from technology veteran, Mark Boost, for a minority stake, bringing t...
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August 20, 2025 at 11:39 AM
We officially launched FlexCore AI Private Cloud last week - a sovereign, AI cloud solution made simple.

> Built-to-order hardware
> High-performance, scalable software
> AI accelerated with NVIDIA GPUs

And that’s just the tip of the iceberg… find out more below!

www.civo.com/blog/introdu...
Introducing FlexCore AI: Your Sovereign Private Cloud for AI Workloads - Civo.com
Deploy a UK-hosted sovereign AI cloud with FlexCore. Ensure data jurisdiction, compliance, and innovation velocity for your AI workloads.
www.civo.com
August 19, 2025 at 8:58 AM
STOP THE PRESSES: AWS is only hiring EU citizens in their EU locations… something they were largely doing anyway.

Why the splash? They say it supports sovereignty - but really it’s a band-aid over a bullet hole.

Find out why below:

www.civo.com/blog/is-your...
CLOUD Act and FISA 702: Is your cloud data truly sovereign? - Civo.com
Microsoft admits US hyperscalers can’t protect EU data from US laws like CLOUD Act and FISA 702. Discover why Civo’s UK-owned cloud is the true sovereign solution.
www.civo.com
August 12, 2025 at 1:48 PM
Have you tried @civo.com’s relaxAI API yet?

Developers can't believe how easy it is to switch between models and integrate with existing infrastructure - all at a fraction of the price of competitors.

Follow the link below to get started with relaxAI API!

relax.ai/api
relaxAI API: The AI-Powered API
relaxAI API enables developers to integrate advanced language models into their apps and workflows. Compatible with OpenAI API, 23+ integrations, and scalable NLP models. Get started today!
relax.ai
August 11, 2025 at 11:19 AM
We got the CMA’s final decision on UK cloud last week

❌ No mention of cloud credits
❌ No immediate measures
✅ DMU referral for AWS and Microsoft - but no timeline!

All in all? Business as usual for Big Tech

It’s down to us to prove a better cloud is possible.

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The CMA’s cloud decision is a missed opportunity for urgent reform
The CMA’s much-anticipated report on hyperscaler conduct in the UK cloud market feels like a damp squib.
www.techmonitor.ai
August 6, 2025 at 3:15 PM
When Big Tech tells us they can’t be trusted with our data - let’s take their word for it!

Thanks @financialtimes.com for helping get the word out - check out my latest letter on why European tech needs an alternative, and how we can achieve it, below!

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Letter: Let’s follow French lead and test the US Cloud Act
From Mark Boost, Chief Executive, Civo, London EC2, UK
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August 5, 2025 at 8:44 AM
The UK/India trade deal is the biggest boon for tech in the two countries in years.

@civo.com’s India region went live recently - can't wait to see the rest of the country following suit!

Check out our recent blog for a deep dive on what’s next for cloud in India!

www.civo.com/blog/whats-n...
What’s Next for Cloud in India? Help Shape the Future with Our Cost Survey - Civo.com
Explore the importance of understanding cloud adoption trends, cost management strategies, and regulatory compliance in India.
www.civo.com
July 30, 2025 at 10:43 AM