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Is Google Cloud closing down?

Last updated on September 25, 2022 @ 7:53 pm

Since Google announced their intent to enter the cloud computing market in 2006, the company has amassed a massive platform with the aim of providing users with an easy way to access their data, regardless of where it is located. After years of growth, Google announced in March of this year that they will be discontinuing their Google Cloud Platform (GCP) services.

PRO TIP: There is currently no indication that Google Cloud is closing down. However, it is always possible that Google could decide to close down its cloud platform in the future. If you are relying on Google Cloud for your business, you should be aware of this possibility and have a backup plan in place in case Google does decide to shut down its cloud service.

Many customers have already migrated their data to other cloud platforms such as Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, and IBM Bluemix. However, some Google Cloud Platform customers, such as developers and data scientists, will have to find an alternative platform.

Google has stated that they will be transitioning their GCP services to focus on their own hardware and software, which will provide a more intuitive and seamless experience for users. This decision could potentially mean the end for GCP, as Google has been investing heavily in this platform in recent years.

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