AWS Weekly Roundup: New Asia Pacific Region, DynamoDB updates, Amazon Q developer, and more (January 13, 2025)
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This AWS Weekly Roundup highlights key launches and updates across AWS services in the first week of January 2025:
- Launched new AWS Asia Pacific (Thailand) Region with three Availability Zones
- Added AWS Direct Connect location in Bangkok
- Introduced configurable point-in-time recovery periods for DynamoDB (1-35 days)
- Integrated Amazon Q Developer with SageMaker Code Editor
- Enhanced AWS Systems Manager Automation in AWS Chatbot
- Released new security course for generative AI on AWS Skill Builder
- Offered free trials for Amazon Connect Contact Lens
The roundup emphasizes AWS's continued global expansion, service improvements, and focus on AI and developer productivity.
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