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Cloud Contracts That Fine You for Data Gravity Waste
In this episode of The Cloud Business Podcast, Lucas and Luna dig into the latest clause creeping into enterprise cloud agreements: data gravity waste penalties. Starting with a concrete example from a 2026 AWS Enterprise Discount Program renewal that included a $180,000 fine for storing redundant petabytes in three regions, they explore how cloud providers are monetizing the sheer weight of data. Lucas explains the math behind egress costs and storage duplication, while Luna connects it to the rise of FinOps teams now auditing contracts for these hidden fees. They discuss why hyperscalers…
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