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The Unseen Engine: How Enterprise Storage Is Powering Business Innovation in Ireland

In the pursuit of digital transformation, businesses often spotlight their cutting-edge applications, their multicloud strategies, or their latest AI models. Yet, behind each of these advancements lies a powerful, unseen engine: the enterprise storage platform. Ivor Buckley, Field CTO, Dell Technologies Ireland tells us more below 

Once regarded as a back‑end system, enterprise storage has become a strategic platform that underpins innovation. As Irish organisations race to modernise services, comply with regulation and compete internationally, the way they store, protect, and govern data is turning into a fundamental differentiator.

Today’s IT leaders face a significant challenge. They must support an ever-expanding portfolio of workloads, from critical business databases to cloud-native applications and data-intensive AI projects. All this must be achieved within the constraints of tight budgets and limited staffing. The sheer volume of data being created and managed is staggering; global data generation is expected to reach 393.9 ZB by 2028 as per IDC. This explosion of information puts immense pressure on infrastructure that was not designed for this scale or complexity resulting in data foundations under strain

According to the latest Dell Innovation Catalyst Study, 48% of Irish organisations are prioritising data readiness for AI related workload, while 66% say they are still in their early or mid-stage of their AI/GenAI journey. This underscores a reality that organisations want to innovate but their data foundations and current storage systems are not fully equipped.

From Data Silo to Intelligent Hub

The perception of enterprise storage as a mere commodity is outdated. Modern platforms have become intelligent hubs that automate complex tasks and unlock new efficiencies. By integrating machine learning and advanced analytics, today’s storage systems can proactively optimise workload placement, predict performance bottlenecks before they occur, and simplify management tasks that once consumed countless hours.

This shift is relevant in Ireland, where businesses from multinationals to SMEs are accelerating digital transformation under the National AI Strategy. A study Dell undertook found that 96% of Irish organisations face challenges when it comes to identifying, preparing, and using data for AI/GenAI uses cases, with 40% struggle to integrate AI systems with existing IT infrastructure. Intelligent storage platforms directly address these pain points by reducing complexity and improving data accessibility without creating new data silos

For Irish businesses planning to expand their e-commerce operations and presence, a modern storage platform can intelligently prioritise these diverse workloads, ensuring that customer-facing applications remain responsive while they have high-speed access, they need to train their models that maintain the strategic initiatives that drive business growth.

Bridging Private Cloud and Multicloud for Seamless Innovation

In today’s digital landscape, businesses are increasingly faced with the decision to operate within a private cloud, adopt a multicloud environment, or find a balance between the two. Enterprise storage serves as the reliable backbone for these evolving strategies, delivering the infrastructure needed to provide both security and agility at scale.

For Irish businesses relying on private cloud infrastructure, enterprise storage provides robust data protection, predictable performance, and the confidence that sensitive information remains under their control.  As organisations here in Ireland expand further into multicloud setup, seamless data mobility becomes essential not just for storing data but also for making it accessible and secure wherever it resides.

According to the Dell study, 46% of local organisations plan to modernise their IT with intelligent infrastructure, and another 46% aim to optimise workload placement across edge, core, and cloud environments.

The right storage platform is central to both goals: it can synchronise data across environments, break down silos and help ensure that everyday operations remain stable even as new services and AI projects come online.

This reflects a clear shift towards hybrid architecture, a trend mirrored in Ireland’s public-sector digital transformation and the country’s growing cloud smart enterprise landscape.

Crucially, enterprise storage also addresses security, and compliance demands unique to both private and multicloud models. By providing unified management and strong governance features, these platforms make it easier for businesses across Ireland to implement consistent security policies and adhere to regulatory requirements. The result is an IT environment that’s not only flexible and responsive but also protected, adhering to regulation and aligned with business goals.

Fuelling the Future of AI and Analytics

Perhaps the most significant driver of storage innovation today is AI. AI and machine learning workloads are incredibly data-hungry, requiring massive datasets to be fed to powerful processors without delay. A bottleneck in the storage layer can bring an entire AI initiative to a standstill.

Modern enterprise storage platforms are engineered to meet these demands, delivering the high throughput and low latency needed to fuel advanced analytics. A healthcare provider, for instance, might use AI to analyse medical images to detect diseases earlier. This process requires rapid access to petabytes of high-resolution image data. An intelligent storage system ensures that this data is readily available, accelerating the model training process and ultimately improving patient outcomes.

One of the most significant developments in this space is the emergence of the data lakehouse – a modern data architecture that blends the flexibility of a data lake with the performance and governance of a data warehouse.

Rather than forcing organisations to move and duplicate data repeatedly into different silos, a Data Lakehouse strategy is about bringing AI to the data. By minimising unnecessary data movement and providing a single point of access, it helps address some of the biggest blockers to AI projects: fragmented data, inconsistent governance, and slow time‑to‑insight.

Modern Enterprise Storage Has Become the Unseen Engine of Digital Innovation

The journey of enterprise storage reflects the broader story of technological progress. What was once a simple utility has become a strategic enabler for Cloud, AI and data-driven services, quietly powering the applications and insights that define modern business. By embracing automation, enabling seamless data mobility, and delivering the performance needed for next-generation workloads, enterprise storage has become the unseen engine of digital innovation.

Irish businesses are operating in one of Europe’s most dynamic digital economies and the opportunity is clear. Ireland’s National AI Strategy aims to see 75% of Irish enterprises using cloud, AI, and data analytics by 2030. To fully realise this potential, businesses must proactively evaluate, adopt, and integrate these advanced solutions into their Cloud Operating Model. This isn’t just about keeping up, it’s about unlocking new levels of efficiency, innovation, and competitiveness. By investing in vital storage infrastructure, businesses of all sizes can simplify data management, scale with confidence, and accelerate their AI journey for the next wave of AI-driven transformation.

From Classrooms to Careers: Dell Simplifies Learning With Purpose-Built Education PCs and Future-Ready Programs

We’re at a critical moment in education. New research and emerging technologies, such as Generative AI, have the potential to reshape how we teach and learn. With decades of leadership in education technology, Dell Technologies is supporting schools in this transformation – equipping students and educators with tools and programs designed for the AI era, ensuring they are prepared for the opportunities ahead.

This commitment is reflected in Dell’s expanded education portfolio – including new Dell Pro Education and Dell Chromebook devices – alongside programs that help prepare students for the future. These new PCs are purpose-built for modern learning environments: durable enough to withstand the school day, serviceable enough to maximize institutional investment and powerful enough to support the curricula.

Expanding the Portfolio: New Purpose-Built Devices for Education 

Dell is expanding its education portfolio with new devices designed to meet the diverse needs of modern learning environments.

These PCs are engineered for the realities of student life – ruggedized to military standards (MIL-STD 810H) with reinforced corners, spill-resistant keyboards and 180-degree lay-flat hinges tested to withstand tens of thousands of cycles. Powered by Intel N-Series processors, they deliver all-school day battery life and the performance modern curricula demand.

Serviceability is built in from the start, with customer-replaceable batteries, shared parts across models and up to five years of warranty coverage to maximize investments and reduce e-waste. Wi-Fi 6E connectivity, built-in security and robust device management give IT teams the tools they need to deploy and support technology at scale, while Dell’s Managed IT Services offer schools 24/7 monitoring, proactive issue resolution and dedicated support options.

The lineup includes:

  • Dell Pro Education 11 Laptop & 2-in-1 (Windows OS): Compact and lightweight with optional touch capability, ideal for younger students.
  • Dell Pro Education 14 Laptop (Windows OS) and Dell Chromebook 14 Laptop (Chrome OS): New 14-inch additions to the portfolio offer larger screen real estate for multitasking, well suited for high school students. Schools can choose the operating system that best fits their environment and curriculum needs.

This expanded portfolio joins the Dell Chromebook 11, launched late last year, giving schools more choice in how they equip their students and staff.

Shaping the Future Through Education Programs & Partnerships

Beyond technology solutions, Dell has focused on making lasting impact through collaboration with educators, non-profits, and community leaders to foster critical skills for the digital era. Recent examples include:

  • Student TechCrew (U.S.): A program that helps schools create a student-led helpdesk, teaching 9th -12th graders about technology and repair while supporting peers and school staff with tech issues. Learn how to start a Student TechCrew chapter at your school here.
  • Girls Who Game (U.S./Global): Fosters early interest in STEM fields while building leadership and critical thinking skills. This program was developed in partnership with Microsoft and Intel.  Learn more about Girls Who Game here.
  • Tech Career Circuit (Global): In partnership with Discovery Education, this initiative equips students in grades 6-12 with complementary hands-on resources, digital skills and AI-focused learning to prepare for in-demand IT careers. Access the Tech Career Circuit resources here.
  • Data Dunkers (Canada): A program that uses basketball statistics to teach students in grades 5-12 data science and AI skills, fostering critical thinking and career exploration. Learn more about how to bring Data Dunkers to your school here.
  • U.S. Presidential AI Challenge (U.S.): Dell is the technology partner to the U.S. Presidential AI Challenge, expanding access to free, on-demand training for K-12 students focused on tech literacy and workforce readiness. Learn more about the Presidential AI Challenge and access resources here.

 

A Legacy of Leadership in Education

“Dell’s leadership in education is rooted in a deep understanding of how learning evolves alongside the students and teachers who shape it,” said Kevin Terwilliger, head of product, Client Devices, Dell Technologies. “When we design technology for the classroom, we look beyond utility to create tools that foster resilience, spark curiosity, and enable meaningful connections. Our expanded portfolio of purpose-built education devices reflects this commitment—offering durable, high-performing solutions that meet the real-world demands of students and educators alike.”

Availability and Pricing
The new Dell Pro Education and Dell Chromebook devices will be available for order in February 2026. Dell Chromebook 11 is already available at Dell.com. 

DELL TECHNOLOGIES AT CES 2026: XPS Returns, Alienware Expands and UltraSharp Monitors

Dell Technologies announces a strategic expansion of its consumer and gaming portfolio. The company reintroduces the iconic XPS laptops with reimagined designs across new form factors and price points, expands its Alienware line to reach more gamers and launches two industry-leading UltraSharp monitors.

Jeff Clarke, Vice Chairman and Chief Operating Officer, Dell Technologies: “We’re getting back to our roots with a renewed focus on consumer and gaming. XPS is back, better than ever, with a complete redesign that delivers exceptional craftsmanship in our thinnest, lightest form factors yet. We’re also bringing XPS 13 back as our most accessible XPS ever. In gaming, we’re building on recent momentum and effectively doubling Alienware’s notebook lineup. These moves are about broadening our portfolio and expanding our coverage so we can reach more customers with the best products at every price point.”

XPS Returns with Complete Redesign

Dell is bringing back XPS with a streamlined design. For the first time, the iconic XPS logo appears on the laptop cover, signalling its return. The new XPS 14 and XPS 16 feature a sleek design crafted from CNC- machined aluminium, refined interfaces, stunning displays, and optimized performance. These devices have the best battery life in the industry, delivering up to 27 hours of Netflix streaming or 40+ hours with local video playback.

These are Dell’s thinnest laptops, measuring just 14.6mm. The XPS 14 weighs roughly three pounds – more than half a pound lighter than the previous generation – and the XPS 16 comes in at 3.6 pounds, almost a full pound lighter than its predecessor. Available with tandem OLED display options and Intel® Core™ Ultra Series 3 processors and built-in Intel® Arc graphics featuring 12 Xe cores, the new XPS line delivers impressive visuals with the perfect balance of portability and performance.

Later this year, Dell will expand the XPS portfolio with new products across different price points and form factors, including the return of the XPS 13, expected to be the thinnest and lightest XPS laptop ever, offered at the most accessible XPS price yet.

Dell Technologies Ireland reveals top technology predictions for 2026

Mark Hopkins, General Manager of Dell Technologies Ireland, has unveiled his top five technology predictions for 2026, outlining how Artificial Intelligence (AI), data and intelligent automation will fundamentally reshape how Irish businesses and public services operate.

The technology leader is forecasting a major acceleration in AI adoption, as organisations move from pilots and proof-of-concept projects to enterprise-wide deployment. In 2026, AI will become embedded into everyday operations, delivering measurable gains in productivity, efficiency and resilience across the Irish economy. Key predictions include the rise of physical and agentic AI, a step-change in public sector adoption, and a renewed focus on infrastructure and workforce upskilling.

“In 2026, AI will be treated not just as a tool but as a strategic asset capable of delivering measurable impact across operations, innovation and customer engagement,” said Mark Hopkins, General Manager of Dell Technologies Ireland. “Leaders who act now to integrate AI thoughtfully, modernise infrastructure and upskill their workforce will gain a decisive competitive edge.”

“From Bantry to Belfast, organisations are discovering that speed, data and intelligent automation are now the defining levers of competitiveness,” Hopkins added. “By anticipating the technology trends that will shape Ireland’s economy, Dell Technologies is helping organisations adopt AI responsibly and turn promise into real business advantage.”

  1. AI will take on a physical form – but not in the way many expect

In 2026, AI will step out of the digital shadows and take on tangible roles in the real world. Humanoid robots on every street are not expected; instead, purpose-built machines such as drones, mobile robots, and autonomous systems will be deployed to address specific challenges.

Examples include AI-powered crawlers that navigate power lines to identify issues and coordinate repairs to critical infrastructure. In healthcare, logistics robots will streamline hospital operations, freeing up staff for patient care. This new wave of “physical AI” will tackle repetitive, dangerous, and physically demanding work, delivering speed and safety at scale.

For Ireland, with its dispersed population and infrastructure needs, these innovations will help bridge geographic gaps and enhance resilience.

  1. Agentic AI will shift from helpful assistant to an integral manager

AI will move beyond chatbots and copilots to autonomous agents capable of managing complex, multi-step workflows. These systems will validate data, trigger approvals, coordinate with other agents and ensure compliance across business processes.

With nearly 90% of organisations identifying strong opportunities to create value from Agentic AI, according to the Dell Innovation Catalysts Study, Irish organisations – particularly in regulated sectors – will need secure, auditable infrastructure to manage the explosion of data and system interactions these agents create.

  1. Public sector will go all-in on AI, with healthcare leading the charge

After a period of cautious pilots, 2026 will see the Irish public sector move decisively to scale AI, with healthcare leading the way. AI-driven diagnostic support, automated clinical documentation and predictive resource planning will move from trial to production, helping to reduce waiting lists and improve patient outcomes.

As adoption increases, the focus will shift from theoretical debates about AI ethics to practical governance, with public-private partnerships playing a central role in delivering secure, sovereign AI solutions.

  1. Data deluge will redefine IT infrastructure

AI both consumes and generates vast volumes of data, much of it unstructured. As agentic AI becomes mainstream, hybrid IT architectures will become the norm. Critical data and high-value workloads will remain on-premises for control and security, while cloud platforms provide flexibility and scale.

Edge computing will push AI processing closer to where data is generated, reducing latency and keeping sensitive data local. Organisations that successfully align workloads to the right environment will gain a significant competitive advantage.

  1. Focus shifts from long-term STEM education to upskilling today’s workforce

While long-term STEM education remains critical, 2026 will be defined by immediate, practical upskilling. Almost 80% of Irish businesses expect their workforce to require digital upskilling in the coming years, with AI literacy becoming essential across every role.

The most effective programmes will combine sector expertise with hands-on AI tools, whether in healthcare, manufacturing or financial services. They will deliver immediate productivity gains when embedded into daily work and supported by strong governance.

Dell Technologies and Microsoft redefine Hybrid Cloud with Azure local integration

Dell Technologies today announced a major advancement in hybrid cloud innovation through the integration of Microsoft Azure Local with Dell Private Cloud and Dell PowerStore. This collaboration marks a significant step forward in simplifying IT operations for enterprises, delivering a unified approach to managing diverse workloads across hybrid and multicloud environments.

The conversation around enterprise IT has shifted dramatically. Businesses are no longer faced with a binary choice between public cloud and on-premises infrastructure, nor is it simply about running traditional versus modern workloads. The real challenge lies in managing these varied environments consistently and efficiently. Dell Technologies, in partnership with Microsoft, is addressing this challenge head-on by introducing Azure Local support for Dell Private Cloud and Dell PowerStore, creating a seamless experience for organisations seeking flexibility, performance, and enterprise-grade resilience.

Dell Private Cloud represents the first Azure Local offering to deliver a full-stack solution encompassing compute, external storage, and networking from a single vendor, backed by end-to-end solution-level support. This integrated approach simplifies the complexity of hybrid and multicloud management, enabling businesses to focus on innovation rather than infrastructure. With automated lifecycle management, independent scaling of compute and storage, and a future-ready disaggregated architecture, Dell Private Cloud empowers organisations to adapt to evolving demands without disruption.

Complementing this is Dell PowerStore, Dell’s flagship enterprise all-flash storage platform. PowerStore brings advanced data efficiency, flexible scalability, and robust security to Azure Local environments, ensuring critical workloads remain protected while delivering exceptional performance. Its ability to handle both traditional and modern workloads makes PowerStore the ideal partner for businesses modernising their IT operations without compromise.

Caitlin Gordon, Vice President of Product Management for Private Cloud and AI Solutions at Dell Technologies, said: “The conversation around enterprise IT is changing. It’s no longer about choosing between public cloud and on-premises infrastructure. Nor is it a simple decision between running traditional or modern workloads. Today, the real challenge is how to manage all of these different environments and application types together, simply and consistently. By bringing Microsoft Azure Local to Dell Private Cloud and PowerStore, we’re helping customers simplify their IT operations and unlock the full potential of their hybrid cloud strategies.”

This integration is more than a technical milestone; it reflects Dell Technologies’ commitment to helping customers navigate the complexities of modern IT. Together with Microsoft, Dell is delivering solutions that meet the evolving needs of businesses, from hybrid cloud to edge computing and beyond. Early access for this combined offering is expected to launch in spring 2026, paving the way for organisations to embrace a future-ready infrastructure that drives innovation and growth.

Dell and Microsoft roll out integrated file storage for AI-era workloads

Businesses in Ireland can now leverage Dell PowerScale for Microsoft Azure, a scalable, high-performance enterprise-class file storage solution, integrated with Azure to support modern AI workloads.

Co-developed with Microsoft as an Azure Native Integration, Dell PowerScale provides a fully managed cloud-native deployment of PowerScale software on Azure infrastructure. The solution aims to accelerate AI initiatives, manage media production, and ensure business continuity, empowering organizations to achieve their next breakthrough.

“In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, enterprises need more than just storage, they need a platform that drives innovation, scales effortlessly, and adapts to their most demanding workloads. Dell PowerScale for Microsoft Azure is purpose-built to meet these needs,” said David Noy, Vice President of Product Management at Dell Technologies. “Co-developed with Microsoft, this enterprise-class file storage solution delivers high performance, robust security, and seamless integration, empowering organisations to achieve their next breakthrough. From accelerating AI and managing media production to ensuring business continuity, PowerScale for Azure is the foundation for success in the data-driven era.”

Built on a proven foundation, Dell PowerScale for Microsoft Azure is an Azure Native integration co-developed with Microsoft and built on a legacy of storage leadership. This is enterprise-class file storage, purpose-built for today’s most demanding workloads and managed by the experts at Dell. With NVRAM-enabled custom compute SKUs engineered exclusively for Dell, PowerScale for Azure delivers blazing-fast performance up to four times greater than the closest competitor.

The solution has been designed to offer ultra-low latency and optimized to handle even the most data-intensive applications with ease. PowerScale for Azure allows organisations to scale out rapidly and efficiently, supporting up to 8.4PB of storage in a single namespace. It also supports NFS, SMB, and S3 protocols running simultaneously, so teams can support a broad range of applications and avoid the limits of single-purpose solutions or vendor lock-in.

The familiar, unified PowerScale interface ensures operational simplicity and a consistent user experience whether data is on-premises or in Azure. Fully managed by Dell experts, PowerScale handles deployment, upgrades, monitoring, and support, delivering robust, proactive management every step of the way. With zero-trust architecture, always-on encryption, continuous backup, and built-in ransomware recovery, organisations can face threats with a hardened defence posture.

PowerScale supports production workloads across every industry vertical. Media & Entertainment companies can handle massive video files, real-time editing, and tight production timelines with high-speed hybrid data environments. Production teams can scale up for big releases, scale down when projects close, and focus on creativity, while robust security protects critical media assets. Electronic design automation produces massive datasets and demands fast, collaborative workflows.

PowerScale accelerates simulation, modelling, and design workflows, enabling global design teams to work together, handle simulation spikes, and move products to market faster. Life Sciences organisations can analyse large datasets, run simulations, and drive discoveries with high-performance access and secure, compliant storage. PowerScale allows scaling as clinical projects advance without service disruption.

Downtime and data loss aren’t options. PowerScale for Azure streamlines disaster recovery by enabling asynchronous replication into Azure with SyncIQ, extending data protection across environments to ensure compliance and rapid recovery in the event of disaster.

Dell Technologies brings data centre-class AI to the desktop with Dell Pro Max with GB10

Dell Technologies has today announced the availability of Dell Pro Max with GB10, a new desktop system that makes it easier for anyone building AI tools to do it right from their desk. Capable of handling massive AI models, the new Pro Max with GB10 uses NVIDIA’s Grace Blackwell chip and comes with 128GB of unified memory and up to 4TB of storage to support models with up to 200 billion parameters.

The system is designed to remove long-standing barriers in AI development, allowing Irish research teams, startups, regulated industries, and individual creators to train, fine-tune, and deploy advanced models locally—without relying on cloud solutions or compressing models to fit hardware limitations. Dell Pro Max with GB10 comes pre-installed with key AI tools such as CUDA, JupyterLab, Docker, and AI Workbench, enabling teams to start building in minutes.

By bringing this level of performance directly to the desktop, Dell Pro Max with GB10 transforms how AI work is done. Academic researchers at Irish universities and institutions can test hypotheses and adapt models rapidly, accelerating discovery. Startups gain enterprise-grade computational power without heavy infrastructure investment, allowing small teams to prototype, validate, and scale AI projects efficiently. Regulated industries can deploy secure AI workflows on-premises, protecting sensitive data while maintaining performance on par with leading cloud solutions. Independent creators and developers across Ireland can now have the ability to develop sophisticated AI models from their own workspace, democratising innovation.

“Human ingenuity fuels AI progress, yet most teams hit hard limits on computation well before reaching their creative potential,” said Charlie Walker, Senior Director and GM, Dell Pro Max and Pro Rugged Products. Dell Pro Max with GB10 empowers customers to advance securely, accelerate insight, and innovate on their own terms. This isn’t just another workstation; it’s an AI accelerator for real-world AI challenges, built for those who won’t let limits define what’s possible.”

The Dell Pro Max with GB10 is designed with scalability in mind. For teams requiring even greater power, connecting two systems creates a single node capable of handling 400 billion-parameter models, showcasing Dell’s approach to scalable AI infrastructure.

By removing computational constraints and simplifying AI development, Dell Pro Max with GB10 enables faster innovation, more secure workflows, and broader access to advanced AI technology. This initiative demonstrates Dell Technologies’ commitment to empowering creators and organisations and supporting the growing AI ecosystem across Ireland to push the boundaries without compromising.

For morei information on the new Dell Pro Max with GB10, visit: www.dell.ie

Dell AI Data Platform Advancements Unlock the Power of Enterprise Data to Accelerate AI Outcomes

Dell Technologies (NYSE: DELL), the world’s No. 1 provider of AI infrastructure, announces Dell AI Data Platform advancements designed to help enterprises turn distributed, siloed data into faster, more reliable AI outcomes.

Why it matters

As enterprise AI adoption surges and data grows, organizations need a platform that can securely transform distributed, siloed data into actionable insights. The Dell AI Data Platform, a critical component of the Dell AI Factory, delivers an open, modular foundation to create value from scattered data silos. By decoupling data storage from processing, it eliminates bottlenecks and provides the flexibility needed for AI workloads like training, fine-tuning, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) or inferencing.

The platform, integrated with the NVIDIA AI Data Platform reference design, is powered by four core building blocks:

  • Storage engines for smart data placement and seamless data movement
  • Data engines to turn data into actionable insights
  • Built-in cyber resiliency
  • Data management services

Together, they create a scalable, flexible foundation for customers to realize AI’s full potential.

Dell AI Data Platform storage engines deliver peak AI performance

Dell PowerScale and Dell ObjectScale, the Dell AI Data Platform’s storage engines, offer the performance, security and multi-protocol access essential for AI data.

  • Dell PowerScale delivers NAS (network-attached storage) simplicity and parallel performance for AI workloads like training, fine-tuning, inferencing and retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) pipelines.
    • With new integration of NVIDIA GB200 and GB300 NVL72 and ongoing software updates, Dell PowerScale delivers reliable performance, simplified management at scale and seamless compatibility with applications and solution stacks.
    • PowerScale F710, which has achieved  NVIDIA Cloud Partner (NCP) certification for high performance storage, delivers 16k+ GPU-scale with up to 5X less rack space, 88% fewer network switches and up to 72% lower power consumption compared to competitors. 2
  • Dell ObjectScale, the industry’s highest-performing object platform, 3 provides extremely performant, scalable S3-native object storage for massive AI workloads. ObjectScale is available as an appliance or through a new software-defined option on Dell PowerEdge servers that is up to 8 times faster than previous-generation all-flash object storage. 4 New advancements improve ObjectScale’s speed, scalability and efficiency.
    • S3 over RDMA support will soon enter tech preview. It will offer up to 230% higher throughput, 80% lower latency and 98% lower CPU usage compared to traditional S3.5
    • Small object performance and efficiency improvements for large deployments deliver up to 19% higher throughput and up to 18% lower latency for 10KB objects.6
    • Deeper AWS S3 integration and bucket-level compression gives developers and data scientists better tools to store, move and use large amounts of data.

 

Dell AI Data Platform data engines power real-time AI

Dell is also expanding its data engines, the specialized tools in the Dell AI Data Platform that organize, query and activate AI data. Dell’s data engines are built in collaboration with trusted AI leaders like NVIDIA, Elastic and Starburst.

  • The new Data Search Engine, developed in collaboration with Elastic, speeds decision-making by allowing customers to interact with data as naturally as asking a question. Designed for tasks like RAG, semantic search and generative AI pipelines, it integrates with MetadataIQ data discovery software to search billions of files on PowerScale and ObjectScale using granular metadata. Developers can build smarter RAG applications in tools like LangChain with the engine, ingesting only updated files to save compute time and keep vector databases current.

 

  • The Data Analytics Engine, developed in collaboration with Starburst, enables seamless data querying across spreadsheets, databases, cloud warehouses and lakehouses. The new Data Analytics Engine Agentic Layer transforms raw data into business-ready products in seconds, using LLMs to automate documentation, glean insights and embed AI into SQL workflows. It also unifies access to vector stores, enabling RAG and search tasks across Iceberg, Dell’s Data Search Engine, PostgreSQL + PGVector and more. Enterprise-grade AI model monitoring and governance helps teams track, audit and control AI usage. The new MCP Server for Data Analytics Engine enables multi-agent and AI application development.
  • Dell AI Data Platform integration with NVIDIA cuVS delivers the next major leap in vector search performance and turnkey deployment for enterprise AI environments. The integration brings GPU-accelerated hybrid (keyword + vector) search to Data Search Engine, delivering faster, more efficient insights with full on-prem control. Powered by NVIDIA cuVS and Dell’s secure infrastructure, IT teams can enjoy a fully integrated, turnkey solution to deploy and scale GPU-powered search out of the box.

 

“AI is transforming industries and its success depends on unlocking the full potential of enterprise data. The Dell AI Data Platform is purpose-built to simplify data complexity, unify pipelines and deliver AI-ready data at scale,” said Arthur Lewis, president, Infrastructure Solutions Group, Dell Technologies. “From real-time diagnostics in healthcare to predictive maintenance in manufacturing, Dell Technologies and trusted collaborators like NVIDIA, Elastic and Starburst are empowering industries to move from AI pilots to production faster and with reduced risk.”

“AI finally gives enterprises a way to transform fragmented data into a strategic, scalable asset,” said Justin Boitano, vice president of enterprise AI products, NVIDIA. “Accelerated by NVIDIA AI, the Dell AI Data Platform delivers a new generation of intelligent storage that is designed to understand the meaning behind the data it holds.”

“Data holds the key to incredible breakthroughs and our collaboration with Dell Technologies makes it easier than ever to unlock that potential. By fully integrating the Elasticsearch context engineering platform into the Dell AI Data Platform, we are providing a powerful engine for search and discovery, said Ajay Nair, GM of Platform Engineering, Elastic. “This collaboration empowers organizations to accelerate everything from semantic search to complex generative AI pipelines, turning large amounts of unstructured data into critical insight.”

“Access to all of your data is the foundation for enterprise AI success,” said Justin Borgman, CEO, Starburst. “Our expanded collaboration with Dell Technologies unites Starburst’s data federation with Dell’s AI Data Platform, giving organizations the ability to unlock insights from anywhere and accelerate their path to real-world AI outcomes.”

“The collaboration between Maya HTT, Dell Technologies and NVIDIA is transforming industries by turning massive amounts of unstructured data into actionable insights. From accelerating satellite production to enabling real-time telemetry and AI-driven efficiency for marine vessels, our solutions are not only connecting unconnected worlds but also driving sustainability and safety,” said Remi Duquette, vice president, Industrial AI, Maya HTT. “With Dell PowerScale and NVIDIA AI infrastructure, we’re delivering faster, smarter and more impactful AI outcomes for our clients.”

Availability

  • Dell PowerScale NVIDIA GB200 and GB300NVL72 integration with NCP validation is available now.
  • Dell ObjectScale S3 over RDMA will be available in Tech Preview in December 2025.
  • Dell ObjectScale software updates will be available in December 2025.
  • First release of Dell Data Analytics Engine Agentic Layer will be available in February 2026.
  • MCP Server for Dell Data Analytics Engine will be available in February 2026.
  • Data Search Engine in the Dell AI Data Platform will be available in 1H 2026.
  • NVIDIA cuVS integration in the Dell AI Data Platform will be available in 1H 2026.

Building Cyber Resilience in the AI era: Five ways Irish organisations can stay ahead

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly reshaping the cybersecurity landscape across Ireland. While it’s unlocking new efficiencies and accelerating innovation, it’s also giving cybercriminals new evasive tools to launch faster and more sophisticated attacks. Across Ireland, organisations are navigating a new era of cyber risk defined by speed, sophistication, and AI.

As Dell Technologies continues to work closely with Irish businesses to modernise their digital infrastructure, it’s clear that cybersecurity must evolve in tandem, as a strategic enabler of trust and resilience. Threat actors are using AI to enhance ransomware, zero-day vulnerabilities, Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) all making advanced spear-phishing much harder to identify, outpacing conventional security measuresAccording to the latest Dell Technologies Innovation Catalyst Study, 84% of Irish organisations view security as a key part of their business strategy, yet many continue to struggle with balancing innovation and security.

Almost all respondents (96%) admitted that integrating security into wider business strategies is proving difficult. These figures highlight that organisations must rethink their cybersecurity strategies to adopt proactive, intelligent, and resilient approaches that keep pace with the evolving threat environment.

Here are five ways to stay resilient against cyber threats:

1.Adopt zero trust for AI Security 

As threat actors use AI to scout, steal credentials and adapt attack techniques, traditional perimeter-based defenses fall short.

That’s why more Irish organisations are adopting a Zero Trust model built on the principle of “never trust, always verify” ensuring that every user, device, and application is continuously authenticated, regardless of location.

The benefits are clear, latest Innovation Catalyst Study revealed a 100% increase in confidence levels among Irish organisations that have adopted zero trust principles, underscoring its growing value as a security framework. By implementing zero trust principles organisations can help reduce risk by continuously verifying every access request and implementing strict authentication processes. Using role-based access controls (RBAC) and network segmentation, organisations can minimize the risk of an attack and reduce the impact radius if an attack occurs.

Zero trust is more than a security philosophy. It’s a unified and adaptive strategy for identity and access management. Through a zero trust approach, organisations not only reduce their attack surface, but also strengthen their ability to detect, respond to and contain threats.

2.Reduce the attack surface

In an environment where AI-powered threat actors are constantly probing for weaknesses, reducing the attack surface is a critical line of defense. Every exposed endpoint, unsecured API, or overlooked supply chain vulnerability represents an opportunity for adversaries to infiltrate systems, deploy malware and exfiltrate sensitive data.

To mitigate these risks, Irish organisations should begin with assessing and understanding their attack surface and related vulnerabilities. From there, they should have a layered defense strategy focused on securing entry points and minimising exposure. This includes strengthening authentication, encrypting data, regularly testing for vulnerabilities and actively monitoring endpoints. Keeping systems patched and devices hardened further limits risks.

By reducing the attack surface, organisations make themselves a harder target, thereby decreasing the likelihood of an attack.

3.Continuously detect and respond to threats

AI-powered attacks are capable of mimicking legitimate behavior and evading traditional security tools, and organisations need to combine advanced threat detection with rapid response capabilities.

Leveraging AI and machine learning, organisations can monitor operational data, detect anomalies, and trigger automated responses in real time.

This AI-powered threat intelligence system builds upon itself, making it smarter and better able to identify and address attacks.

For many Irish organisations who need assistance scaling threat detection and response. Partnering with a trusted third-party provider offers round-the-clock monitoring, faster reaction times, and support in managing complex security operations. Dell Technologies continues to invest in AI-driven security solutions that help Irish organisations stay ahead of emerging threats while simplifying operational complexity.

4.Plan an incident response and recovery plan

While prevention is often the first step to a cybersecurity strategy. A strong cybersecurity strategy includes not only prevention, but also a well-defined plan for response and recovery.

Organisations here in Ireland need to create and routinely practice a robust Incident Response and Recovery (IRR) plan that outlines how to detect, contain, communicate and recover from cyber incidents. The plan should outline departmental roles and responsibilities, internal and external contacts and partners, communication protocols and include regular testing. Preapproved messaging templates and routine plan updates are also essential to maintaining operational continuity during a crisis.

Backing up critical data and applications offline or separated from production workloads helps guard it against ransomware attacks and ensures business continuity.

By preparing for disruption, Irish organisations can restore critical functions with resilience, speed, and confidence.

5.Empower employees as a first line of defense

Technology alone isn’t enough; employees remain the most critical line of defense.  Organisations here in Ireland needs to create a culture of vigilance through employee awareness programmes that integrates continuous education, open communication, real-world simulations, and a culture of shared accountability. For example, incorporating attack simulations that reflect AI-specific threats like advanced phishing and deepfakes helps equip employees to recognise and respond to evolving threat actor tactics.

Collaboration across the technology ecosystem also plays a vital role in strengthening cyber resilience. Dell Technologies, together with partners like NVIDIA, is helping organisations better understand how AI-driven attacks evolve.

NVIDIA’s new AI Kill Chain Framework reimagines the traditional Cyber Kill Chain for the AI era, outlining how adversaries target AI systems through stages such as Recon, Poison, Hijack, Persist, and Impact — often cycling through these stages to adapt and escalate their tactics. This framework offers valuable insights into how attackers’ probe, manipulate, and maintain access within AI ecosystems, helping defenders anticipate and disrupt evolving threats before they lead to broader compromise.

As threat actors evolve using AI to launch increasingly sophisticated attacks, organisations must respond with equal force and foresight. Traditional defenses alone are insufficient. A modern cybersecurity strategy demands a proactive, layered approach that integrates advanced technologies, incident response planning, and a vigilant workforce.

As we mark Cybersecurity Awareness Month, it’s an important reminder that AI is transforming both the opportunities and the risks facing Irish businesses, making it more critical than ever to invest in continuous vigilance, awareness, and adaptation. By embedding resilience at every level of their cybersecurity strategy, Irish organisations can better safeguard their operations and lead with confidence in an increasingly AI-driven world.