Amazon and Its Relationship with Israel

In a significant announcement, Amazon Web Services (AWS), the cloud services division of Amazon, has clinched a NIS 4 billion tender, equivalent to $1.2 billion, to provide cloud-based regional data services to Israel, as confirmed by the Finance Ministry.

AWS Secures $1.2 Billion Contract for Cloud Services in Israel

This notable win places AWS ahead of global tech giants, including Microsoft, Oracle, and IBM, who were also in contention. These multinational corporations had submitted proposals to establish data centers and deliver cloud services to various local public entities, all with a commitment to maintaining data security within Israel’s borders under strict guidelines.

The “Nimbus” project, one of Israel’s most substantial information technology endeavors, will enable government ministries and other public entities to seamlessly transition their servers and services to the cloud infrastructure established by AWS.

Source: https://www.timesofisrael.com/google-aws-win-1-2-billion-israel-tender-for-cloud-services/

Comprising four distinct segments, the Nimbus project covers a wide range of services, including providing cloud services to the government on a public platform, which AWS has successfully secured. Furthermore, there are plans to outline a government strategy for moving operations to the cloud, offer technical support for the implementation of this transition, and an upcoming, yet-to-be-disclosed tender for optimization services in cloud usage.

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This contract win highlights the increasing significance of cloud technology while also spotlighting concerns surrounding tech giants’ involvement in geopolitical matters. Such issues have gained attention through initiatives like #NoTechForApartheid, which focus on examining the consequences of such collaborations within complex international contexts.