Big Bangs and Big Bucks: May 29, 2026

Tech digest

This week in tech and beyond, it’s all about fireworks in Florida and fortunes in funding.

The most spectacular rocket explosion since N1 just happened in Florida

Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket met a fiery end in a static fire test at Cape Canaveral. The explosion, caused by first stage engine failure, severely damaged launch site LC-36A and could stall Blue Origin’s momentum in the Artemis Program.

The incident may delay NASA’s mission timelines and casts a shadow on Blue Origin’s lunar ambitions. Damage control would require not just mending metal but reputations as well.

Azure digest

Azure stands at the crossroad of controversies and continuity as Microsoft navigates explosive debates.

Generally Available: Application Gateway for Containers – Service Mesh integration with Istio

Plan Ahead GA

Application Gateway

Azure introduces GA of Application Gateway integration with Istio, facilitating secure north-south traffic in service meshes with automated mTLS connectivity.

Action Review: Azure architects should explore integrating Istio for enhanced traffic security and management within containerized applications, solidifying service mesh strategies.

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