--- title: Racksquared Updates and Insights | Racksquared description: Learn more about Racksquared through our blogs for products such as IBM Power Systems Hosting, Cloud, Colocation, Disaster Recovery, and Backup. --- [![rsq-logo-1](https://blog.racksquared.com/hubfs/rsq-logo-1.svg "rsq-logo-1")](https://www.racksquared.com/) [← Back to blog home](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/) # Author: Racksquared #### [Fortifying Your Business Against the Rising Ransomware Tide](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/fortifying-your-business-against-the-rising-ransomware-tide-clone) [Racksquared](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/author/racksquared-sales) on Oct 12, 2026, 10:16:10 AM [Disaster Recovery](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/disaster-recovery), [Security](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/security), [Managed IT Services](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/managed-it-services)   The global threat of ransomware is accelerating, with damage costs [projected to reach a staggering $57 billion annually by 2025](https://cybersecurityventures.com/ransomware-damage-to-cost-the-world-57b-in-2025), and it is predicted that [ransomware will cost the world more than $20 billion per month in 2031](https://cybersecurityventures.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/RansomwareCost.pdf), up from $20 billion per year in 2021, with high-volume attacks occurring every few seconds. This pervasive threat targets organizations of all sizes, with small- to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) often proving the most vulnerable due to limited security resources. [Read More](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/fortifying-your-business-against-the-rising-ransomware-tide-clone) [![](https://blog.racksquared.com/hubfs/Ransomware.png)](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/fortifying-your-business-against-the-rising-ransomware-tide-clone) #### [Helpful Tips to Combat Cyber Insurance Costs](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/helpful-tips-to-combat-insurance-costs) [Racksquared](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/author/racksquared-sales) on Apr 8, 2026, 4:01:40 PM While the cyber insurance market was defined by extreme volatility in previous years, when many companies faced premium hikes of 50% or more, the landscape has fundamentally shifted. As of today in 2026, the market has entered a more mature, competitive phase. Following a period of aggressive rate corrections and a surge in new insurance providers entering the space, the industry has seen premiums stabilize (or even trend downward). But it is important to do your homework before signing your next contract  [Read More](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/helpful-tips-to-combat-insurance-costs) [![Rising Insurance Cost ](https://blog.racksquared.com/hubfs/shutterstock_1924273613.jpg)](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/helpful-tips-to-combat-insurance-costs) #### [IBM Power9 End of Support Official Notice](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/ibm-power9-end-of-support-official-notice) [Racksquared](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/author/racksquared-sales) on Jan 31, 2026, 11:59:59 PM [Data Center](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/data-center) [As of Satuday, **January 31, 2026**, IBM Power9 systems has officially reached their End of Support (EOS) milestone.](https://www.ibm.com/docs/en/announcements/services-withdrawal-discontinuance-service-select-power-systems-products-replacements-available)  At Racksquared, our priority is ensuring your operations remain resilient and secure. Now that IBM has transitioned these systems out of active support, continuing to run mission-critical workloads on Power9 hardware carries increased operational risks that require your immediate attention. [Read More](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/ibm-power9-end-of-support-official-notice) [![](https://blog.racksquared.com/hubfs/time%20is%20ticking%20(2).png)](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/ibm-power9-end-of-support-official-notice) #### [Avoiding Common Pitfalls in Cloud Migration](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/avoiding-common-pitfalls-in-cloud-migration) [Racksquared](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/author/racksquared-sales) on Dec 16, 2025, 5:30:58 PM [Data Center](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/data-center) Cloud migration is no longer a question of *if* but *when.* Yet for many businesses, the journey can feel less like a smooth flight and more like a turbulent ride. The promise of agility, scalability, and cost savings is real, but so are the pitfalls that can derail progress.  The truth is, success in cloud migration isn’t about perfection on the first try; it’s about anticipating challenges, building a strategy, and learning as you go. [Read More](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/avoiding-common-pitfalls-in-cloud-migration) [![](https://blog.racksquared.com/hubfs/Cloud%20Migration-1.png)](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/avoiding-common-pitfalls-in-cloud-migration) #### [5 Reasons You Shouldn't Purchase Extended Support for Your IBM Power9 Server](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/5-reasons-you-shouldnt-purchase-extended-support-for-your-ibm-power9-server) [Racksquared](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/author/racksquared-sales) on Oct 30, 2025, 4:32:12 PM [Data Center](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/data-center) IBM's Power9 servers have had an impressive run of reliability, robustness, and being built to last. However, as all good things eventually do, Power9 will reach End of Support (EOS) by the end of January. [Read More](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/5-reasons-you-shouldnt-purchase-extended-support-for-your-ibm-power9-server) [![](https://blog.racksquared.com/hubfs/time%20is%20ticking%20(2).png)](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/5-reasons-you-shouldnt-purchase-extended-support-for-your-ibm-power9-server) #### [Looking Ahead to IBM Power11](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/looking-ahead-to-ibm-power11) [Racksquared](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/author/racksquared-sales) on Oct 23, 2025, 11:35:05 AM [IBM Power](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/ibm-power), [Data Center](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/data-center) Now that the Power11 has started making its way into the world, we wanted to share our perspective on Power11 and its poise to deliver significant advancements that will redefine the landscape for enterprise workloads, particularly in the world of AI, hybrid cloud, and business continuity.    [Read More](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/looking-ahead-to-ibm-power11) [![](https://blog.racksquared.com/hubfs/Power11-Launch-SocialKit_Banner.png)](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/looking-ahead-to-ibm-power11) #### [IBM Power9 End of Support](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/ibm-power9-end-of-support) [Racksquared](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/author/racksquared-sales) on Sep 15, 2025, 9:15:00 AM [IBM Power](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/ibm-power), [Data Center](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/data-center) The IBM Power servers have been reliable workhorses for over 30 years for many organizations, providing the computing power needed to run critical workloads. However, as technology advances and new hardware becomes available, older technologies become outdated and have an increased risk of failure and security breaches.  [Read More](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/ibm-power9-end-of-support) [![](https://blog.racksquared.com/hubfs/IBM_Power_9-1.jpg)](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/ibm-power9-end-of-support) #### [Migrating from Physical Server to Cloud Server: A Strategic Move](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/migrating-from-physical-server-to-cloud-server-a-strategic-move) [Racksquared](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/author/racksquared-sales) on Sep 11, 2025, 9:45:00 AM [IBM Power](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/ibm-power), [Data Center](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/data-center) As technology evolves, many organizations consider migrating their infrastructure to the cloud as a futureproofing strategy. Cloud computing offers numerous benefits, including scalability, flexibility, and reduced maintenance overhead. It is an increasingly attractive option for businesses looking to move beyond their physical Power9 servers as they approach the end of life. To help you decide if moving to the cloud is right for you, we would like to share some guidance on why you might want to move to the cloud.    [Read More](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/migrating-from-physical-server-to-cloud-server-a-strategic-move) [![](https://blog.racksquared.com/hubfs/0%20(3).png)](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/migrating-from-physical-server-to-cloud-server-a-strategic-move) [1](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/author/racksquared-sales/page/1) Search Our Blogs ### What our Customers Say > "Racksquared is there every step of the way, helping with installs and projects and letting me focus on driving IT solutions for the business rather than worrying about back-end infrastructure issues." > > Shane Hart > VP, Ryder Last Mile ### Tags/Categories - [IBM Power (22)](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/ibm-power) - [Data Center (20)](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/data-center) - [Disaster Recovery (17)](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/disaster-recovery) - [Managed IT Services (16)](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/managed-it-services) - [Cloud (14)](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/tag/cloud) ### Latest Posts ### Archives - [September 2025 (3)](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/archive/2025/09) - [February 2019 (2)](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/archive/2019/02) - [March 2019 (2)](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/archive/2019/03) - [April 2019 (2)](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/archive/2019/04) - [July 2019 (2)](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/archive/2019/07) - [August 2019 (2)](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/archive/2019/08) - [October 2019 (2)](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/archive/2019/10) - [October 2025 (2)](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/archive/2025/10) - [June 2019 (1)](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/archive/2019/06) - [September 2019 (1)](https://blog.racksquared.com/blog/archive/2019/09) ### Subscribe Here [![Share on facebook](https://7528309.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/7528309/hubfs/raw_assets/public/mV0_d-web-default-modules_hubspot/img/facebook-color.png?width=24&name=facebook-color.png)](https://www.facebook.com/share.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fblog.racksquared.com%2Fblog%2Fauthor%2Fracksquared-sales%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Dfacebook) [![Share on linkedin](https://7528302.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/7528302/hubfs/raw_assets/public/mV0_d-web-default-modules_hubspot/img/linkedin-color.png?width=24&name=linkedin-color.png)](https://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https%3A%2F%2Fblog.racksquared.com%2Fblog%2Fauthor%2Fracksquared-sales%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Dlinkedin) [![Share on twitter](https://7528304.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/7528304/hubfs/raw_assets/public/mV0_d-web-default-modules_hubspot/img/twitter-color.png?width=24&name=twitter-color.png)](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fblog.racksquared.com%2Fblog%2Fauthor%2Fracksquared-sales%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Dtwitter&url=https%3A%2F%2Fblog.racksquared.com%2Fblog%2Fauthor%2Fracksquared-sales%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Dtwitter&source=tweetbutton&text=) [![Share on email](https://7528311.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hub/7528311/hubfs/raw_assets/public/mV0_d-web-default-modules_hubspot/img/email-color.png?width=24&name=email-color.png)](mailto:?subject=Check+out+https%3A%2F%2Fblog.racksquared.com%2Fblog%2Fauthor%2Fracksquared-sales%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Demail&body=Check+out+https%3A%2F%2Fblog.racksquared.com%2Fblog%2Fauthor%2Fracksquared-sales%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Demail) Racksquared can help simplify IT so that you can focus on growing your core business and evolve to meet the changing demands of customers. 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