Rackspace Technology, Inc. - RXT STOCK NEWS

Rackspace Technology (NASDAQ: RXT) announced enhancements to the QX Partner Portal, designed to help game developers and publishers manage rewards for gamers. This strategic collaboration with Onica includes building a streaming data processing system and a robust CI/CD pipeline. The QX platform tracks digital asset rewards that gamers can redeem for cash, increasing revenue for publishers while improving gameplay experiences. This initiative is a significant step for QX as it aims to raise additional funding and launch its product effectively.

Rackspace Technology (NASDAQ: RXT) announced the launch of Rackspace Elastic Engineering for Government aimed at enhancing cloud capabilities for government entities. The service aligns with the National Institute of Standards and Technology's essential cloud characteristics, providing access to specialized teams and rapid resource scalability. This offering allows government organizations to quickly address their cloud needs without extensive planning. With over 20 years of experience in government compliance, Rackspace aims to support entities at various levels including federal, state, and educational sectors.

Rackspace Technology (Nasdaq: RXT) reported a 7% increase in revenue, totaling $776 million for Q1 2022, driven by new customer acquisitions. Core revenue rose by 9% to $735 million. Despite these gains, the company incurred a net loss of $(39) million, an improvement from $(64) million in Q1 2021. Non-GAAP operating profit decreased by 6% to $112 million. Facing potential strategic shifts after a recent review, Rackspace is optimistic about its growth trajectory amid the expanding cloud market.

Rackspace Technology (NASDAQ: RXT) has joined NVIDIA's DGX-Ready Managed Services program, allowing enterprises to leverage NVIDIA DGX systems without managing their infrastructure. This partnership aims to meet the growing demand for AI solutions by providing fully managed IT services optimized for AI development. Rackspace will assist organizations in deploying machine learning initiatives more efficiently, focusing on maximizing the value from their data. With this collaboration, the company enhances its capabilities in cloud services and support for enterprise AI adoption.

Rackspace Technology (NASDAQ: RXT) has been recognized as a Top 15 Sourcing Standout by Information Services Group (ISG) for the fifth consecutive quarter. This accolade highlights its performance in the Breakthrough 15 category based on annual contract value over the last year. The ISG Index™ reviews the sourcing industry, categorizing providers by revenue. Rackspace's CEO noted their commitment to delivering exceptional support and innovative solutions, including the new Rackspace Data Freedom storage service, aimed at enhancing customer cloud investment management.

Rackspace Technology (NASDAQ: RXT) will announce its Q1 2022 financial results on May 10, 2022, post-market close. The announcement will be followed by a conference call at 5:00 PM ET, led by CEO Kevin Jones and CFO Amar Maletira, to discuss the results. Interested parties can join via Zoom or telephone, with details provided in the announcement. An audio replay will be available on the company's website shortly after. Rackspace Technology specializes in multicloud technology services and assists customers in managing cloud environments.

Rackspace Technology (NASDAQ: RXT) has joined the Microsoft Intelligent Security Association (MISA), enhancing its security services in collaboration with Microsoft. This partnership allows Rackspace to integrate its Elastic Engineering for Security services into Microsoft’s cloud-native security solutions, enabling businesses to defend against increasing cybersecurity threats. With over 18 years of collaboration, Rackspace offers managed security services such as XDR leveraging Microsoft Sentinel, ultimately aiming to improve security postures across Azure and hybrid environments.