VMware Explore 2025 was held in Las Vegas from August 25 to 28, 2025, at the Venetian Convention and Expo Center. The event highlighted the company's latest innovations, particularly in private cloud and AI technology.
Broadcom's VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) 9.0 was a major focus, showcasing its capabilities in integrating advanced security features and private AI services. VCF 9.0 is designed to provide a unified private cloud platform, making it easier for organizations to manage complex IT environments and leverage AI-driven innovations.
One of the key announcements was the introduction of VMware Private AI Services as a standard component of VCF 9.0. This feature enables customers to build, deploy, and scale AI models securely within their private cloud environments. The partnership with NVIDIA further enhances VCF's AI capabilities, providing cutting-edge technology for AI innovation.
The event also emphasized the importance of security and compliance in private cloud environments. VMware vDefend and VMware Avi Load Balancer were showcased as key solutions for providing comprehensive security and application delivery capabilities.
Attendees had the opportunity to participate in various sessions, hands-on labs, and workshops, including expert-led tutorials on VCF 9.0 performance optimization and Kubernetes management. The event provided a platform for IT professionals to learn from peers, understand the latest trends, and gain insights from industry experts.
