Welcome to CIOFirst’s Weekly Roundup — your trusted briefing on the forces redefining enterprise IT strategy, AI-native infrastructure, data engineering, cybersecurity, and large-scale digital transformation. This week’s highlights spotlight accelerated AI cloud platforms, next-generation silicon and connectivity, governed data pipelines, industrial AI alliances, and the growing need to translate cyber risk into board-level business impact.
In AI Cloud & Advanced Computing…
CoreWeave Expands AI Cloud Platform With NVIDIA Rubin to Power Next-Gen Computing
CoreWeave expands its AI cloud platform with support for NVIDIA Rubin, strengthening its ability to deliver high-performance infrastructure for advanced model training and inference. The move reflects growing enterprise demand for scalable, GPU-optimized AI cloud environments.
NVIDIA Unveils Rubin AI Platform and Open Model Strategy at CES 2026, Redefining IT and Enterprise Innovation
At CES 2026, NVIDIA introduces the Rubin AI platform alongside an open model strategy aimed at accelerating enterprise AI adoption. The announcement underscores NVIDIA’s role in shaping the next era of AI-native IT architectures.
In Data Centers & Connectivity…
Marvell Strengthens AI Data Center Connectivity With Acquisition of XConn Technologies
Marvell acquires XConn Technologies to enhance high-speed interconnect capabilities for AI-driven data centers. The acquisition supports rising bandwidth and performance demands driven by large-scale AI workloads.
In AI Security & Observability…
Exabeam Launches Connected Platform to Monitor AI Agent Behavior and Strengthen AI Security Posture
Exabeam launches a connected security platform designed to monitor AI agent behavior. The solution helps enterprises improve visibility, governance, and trust as autonomous AI systems become embedded across IT operations.
Snowflake to Acquire Observe, Pushing AI-Powered Observability Into the Enterprise
Snowflake announces its intent to acquire Observe, extending AI-driven observability across enterprise data environments. The move enhances real-time monitoring and operational intelligence for complex data ecosystems.
In Industrial & Enterprise AI…
Siemens and NVIDIA Deepen Alliance to Power the Next Generation of Industrial AI Platforms
Siemens and NVIDIA expand their partnership to advance industrial AI platforms. The collaboration focuses on combining digital twins, accelerated computing, and AI to modernize manufacturing and industrial operations.
Infosys and AWS Partner to Drive Scalable Enterprise Generative AI Adoption
Infosys and AWS join forces to help enterprises deploy generative AI at scale. The partnership emphasizes governance, security, and industry-specific solutions to accelerate responsible AI adoption.
In Data Platforms & Engineering…
Databricks Introduces DLT Meta to Automate and Scale Spark Declarative Pipelines
Databricks launches DLT Meta, enabling organizations to automate and standardize Spark declarative pipelines. The innovation reduces complexity while improving reliability and scalability in modern data engineering.
In Enterprise Growth & Strategy…
OneSix Accelerates Expansion With CTI Data Acquisition and Strategic Board Appointment
OneSix expands its capabilities through the acquisition of CTI Data and a strategic board appointment, strengthening its position in data-driven enterprise services and modernization initiatives.
⭐ Article of the Week
Cyber Risk Quantification: How CIOs Translate Cyber Threats Into Business and Financial Impact
Cyber Risk Quantification
This featured analysis explores how CIOs are moving beyond technical risk metrics to express cybersecurity exposure in financial and business terms. It outlines practical frameworks for aligning cyber risk with enterprise strategy, board communication, and investment decision-making in 2026 and beyond.