Hazelcast and IBM Partner to Boost Real-Time Data Solutions on Mainframe
Hazelcast and IBM have announced a collaboration to enhance real-time data processing for enterprise workloads. The partnership pairs IBM’s new LinuxONE and Linux on Z mainframes, which run on the advanced Telum II processor, with Hazelcast’s real-time data platform. This combination is designed to meet growing demands for low-latency, high-throughput applications in industries like banking, finance, and security.
The collaboration aims to tackle critical challenges in modern computing, including performance bottlenecks, scalability, data consistency, and real-time event processing. Hazelcast’s unified platform—featuring in-memory data grids, stream processing, and distributed computing—will operate on IBM’s highly secure and energy-efficient servers to support fast, reliable data access.
Use cases for the partnership include instant payments, real-time fraud detection, and low-latency caching—vital for high-stakes financial applications. IBM and Hazelcast say the combined technologies will help enterprises create innovative solutions in hybrid and multi-cloud environments while leveraging existing infrastructure. The companies highlight the potential for businesses to accelerate AI and machine learning workloads, reduce costs, and simplify IT integration by adopting this integrated approach.
Source: Hazelcast
Early Bird Registration: SHARE Cleveland Aug. 17-21
Mark your calendars and get excited for the enterprise IT event of the summer: SHARE Cleveland, taking place Aug. 17-21, 2025, at the Hilton Cleveland Downtown. At SHARE, you’ll network with other mainframes, llearn about the latest industry trends, and hear from companies solving real-world issues with mainframes. SHARE offers a unique opportunity to talk to industry experts about issues you are trying to solve.
Register for SHARE Cleveland by June 26 to secure the early bird rate.
Deutsche Bank Accelerates Digital Transformation with IBM’s Software Portfolio
Deutsche Bank and IBM have announced a continuation of their partnership in the form of a strategic agreement that grants Deutsche Bank further access to IBM’s comprehensive suite of software solutions. This includes IBM’s business and IT automation stack, advanced hybrid cloud products, as well as access to the watsonx AI portfolio. Additionally, Deutsche Bank will benefit from the latest upgrades to the IBM Storage Protect software suite.
These innovative solutions enable Deutsche Bank to further optimize its business processes, IT infrastructure, and services. By leveraging IBM’s technology, Deutsche Bank aims to replace legacy solutions, maximize ROI, and deliver an enhanced customer experience. This agreement marks a significant continuation of the longstanding relationship between the two companies, particularly in relation to Deutsche Bank’s existing software estate.
“IBM is a natural partner for Deutsche Bank’s ambitious technology transformation, and their innovative solutions continue to help optimize and streamline our technology stack,” said Tony Kerrison, Deutsche Bank’s Head of Group Technology Infrastructure and Head of Technology Data and Innovation for the Americas. “Our employment of IBM’s software and tooling strategically complements our ambitions to modernize, simplify and strengthen our technology infrastructure.”
“We are proud that Deutsche Bank has further intensified their relationship with IBM by engaging with our innovative software solution portfolio,” said Dominic Schulz, IBM Global Managing Director for Deutsche Bank. “With access to IBM’s comprehensive offerings, including the innovative watsonx AI and automation portfolio, Deutsche Bank will be able to analyze its data more deeply, simplify complex business processes, and drive IT automation.”
Source: IBM
Broadcom What’s Up Mainframe episode
Broadcom has released its latest episode of What’s Up, Mainframe—a podcast that brings mainframe software engineers together to discuss how to modernize the developer experience. In this episode, you’ll hear about securing the software supply chain with Emre Tunar, Head of Application Security at Broadcom.
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