Canopy Joins the Open Cloud Coalition to Champion Fair and Equitable Cloud Markets
LONDON, March 11, 2025 — Canopy is proud to announce its membership in the Open Cloud Coalition (OCC), an organisation dedicated to fostering a diverse cloud ecosystem free from restrictive practices. This strategic partnership underscores Canopy's commitment to promoting open, interoperable, and competitive cloud markets as we enter the next phase of AI innovation.
"I am delighted to join the OCC at a time when we are about to embark on the next AI revolution," said James Marks, Founder. "Now, more than ever, it is critical that we ensure the future of the cloud is able to scale efficiently, fairly, and with true openness and interoperability. I am honoured to play an active role in supporting the OCC to deliver results that will be integral to innovation and competition across the UK and EU."
As a member of the OCC, Canopy will collaborate with industry peers to address key challenges in the cloud computing landscape, including:
Advocating for policies that promote fair competition
Developing standards for cloud interoperability
Reducing barriers to entry for innovative cloud service providers
Supporting a more diverse and resilient cloud ecosystem
"I strongly believe in the OCC's mission to champion a diverse cloud ecosystem free from restrictive practices, and I am excited to see what we can achieve together in fostering a more competitive and flexible cloud market," James added.
This partnership represents a significant step in Canopy's ongoing efforts to contribute to a more open and equitable cloud infrastructure that benefits businesses of all sizes across the UK and EU.
About Canopy
Canopy is a forward-thinking cloud services broker committed to delivering cloud solutions to fit all customers needs. With a focus on openness and transparency, Canopy empowers organisations to harness the full potential of cloud computing.
About the Open Cloud Coalition
The Open Cloud Coalition (OCC) is an industry alliance dedicated to promoting fair competition, open standards, and interoperability in cloud computing. The coalition works to ensure that the cloud market remains diverse, innovative, and free from restrictive practices.
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