Oracle VirtualBox Licensing Guide

Oracle VM VirtualBox is a robust, cross-platform virtualization application that enables users to run multiple operating systems concurrently on a single physical machine. Developed by Oracle Corporation, VirtualBox is widely utilized by IT professionals and developers for tasks such as testing, development, and deployment across diverse environments. Understanding the licensing structure of VirtualBox is essential…

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DOGE Bites Oracle: Pentagon’s $280M Oracle HR Software Fiasco Spotlights Need for Smarter Licensing

Behind the Oracle HR Software Debacle The Pentagon has decisively terminated a massive human resources software project, built on Oracle technology, after it ballooned $280 million over budget and fell dramatically behind schedule. This cancellation is a significant blow to Oracle, raising concerns about transparency, accountability, and the efficiency of large-scale government software licensing and…

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Oracle’s attempt to hide severe cybersecurity incidents from customers in Oracle SaaS service

Oracle Faces Backlash Over Handling of Cloud Security Breach In March 2025, Oracle Corporation found itself at the center of a cybersecurity controversy following allegations of a significant data breach affecting its cloud services. A threat actor, known by the alias “rose87168,” claimed responsibility for infiltrating Oracle’s systems and exfiltrating sensitive data, including six million…

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US Lawmakers Revisit Software Licensing Bill: What It Means for Your SAM Strategy

In a significant move for government IT management, lawmakers are once again introducing the Strengthening Agency Management and Oversight of Software Assets Act. The bill aims to standardize and improve software licensing practices across federal agencies, addressing persistent issues of inefficiency, overspending, and compliance risk. “By improving transparency, reducing duplication, and leveraging enterprise licensing, we…

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Major Update for VMware Customers: minimum purchase requirement of 72 cores per product

EDIT: VMware Walks Back Controversial Licensing Change After Industry Backlash, Denies Official Announcement If you’re managing VMware licenses, this development demands your immediate attention. Starting April 10, 2025, VMware customers will face significant licensing changes following Broadcom’s updated policies. The update introduces a minimum purchase requirement of 72 cores per product, not a per-CPU licensing requirement…

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VMware’s Lawsuit Against Siemens: A Stark Reminder to Get Your Software Licensing in Order

In a significant development for the software licensing industry, VMware, now a subsidiary of Broadcom Inc., has initiated legal proceedings against Siemens AG and several of its U.S.-based subsidiaries. The lawsuit, filed in the U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware, accuses Siemens of copyright infringement related to unauthorized usage of VMware software. The…

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Oracle Data Breach: Important Information and Steps to Protect Your Organization

On March 21, 2025, a user going by rose87168 posted on BreachForums claiming to have compromised Oracle Cloud, a widely-used platform in enterprises worldwide. According to the alleged breach details, the attacker gained access through the login portal login.[region-name].oraclecloud.com . The stolen database reportedly contains sensitive data, including: While Oracle has publicly denied the occurrence of any security…

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Unlocking Trillions: The True Value of Open Source Software

In an era where software shapes nearly every aspect of our economy, understanding the true value of Open Source Software (OSS) has never been more critical. A recent study by Harvard Business School and the University of Toronto provides groundbreaking insights into how profoundly OSS impacts the global economy, highlighting both its enormous economic footprint…

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Oracle ULA vs. PULA: Flexibility or Long-term Stability

Oracle licensing models significantly influence IT strategies, budgets, and operational flexibility. Understanding the distinctions between Oracle’s Unlimited License Agreement (ULA) and Perpetual Unlimited License Agreement (PULA) is essential for optimizing your organization’s licensing approach. Oracle ULA: Flexibility for Growth An Oracle ULA typically spans 2–3 years, granting unlimited deployment rights for specified Oracle products within…

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Navigating Oracle Java Licensing: Are You Making Costly Mistakes?

Recent revelations from government audits, such as those at HUD, posted by @DOGE demonstrate how easy it is to overspend on Oracle Java licenses. HUD’s audit found that out of 10,000 Java licenses, only 400 were actively used, a clear example of licensing inefficiency. A common misconception in the industry: Oracle Java licensing no longer…

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Introducing NEO – Your Free AI-Powered Licensing Chatbot

We have some BIG NEWS! 🎉 NEO, our Gen AI licensing chatbot, is now officially available to everyone. And it’s completely FREE of charge! What is NEO? NEO is an AI-powered chatbot designed to simplify software licensing. Built using advanced natural language processing (NLP) and machine learning, NEO can:✅ Answer complex licensing queries instantly✅ Provide…

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Software Audit Trends 2023–2024

Software vendors often conduct license compliance audits of their customers to identify unlicensed usage and drive revenue through back-license fees or new sales. In 2023–2024, audit activity remains high – in fact surveys show it has increased significantly – and certain vendors are notorious for aggressive auditing practices. Below we present recent data on audit-related revenue and customer audit…

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Navigating Oracle EBS Licensing in 2025: Key Insights for IT Leaders

Introduction Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS) continues to be a mission-critical system for thousands of organizations worldwide in 2025. However, the licensing landscape for this powerful enterprise solution has grown increasingly complex, presenting both challenges and strategic opportunities for IT leaders, procurement specialists, and financial officers. Understanding Oracle’s licensing models isn’t merely a technical exercise; it’s…

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Stay Secure and Audit-Ready with SIM from Licenseware, Powered by Lansweeper

Written by Lansweeper ? original article Managing software assets is more than simply tracking licenses. It requires a comprehensive understanding of your entire software environment to optimize costs, ensure software license compliance, and mitigate risks. The complexity of Software Asset Management (SAM) means that organizations are often left with gaps in visibility, overspending on unnecessary licenses,…

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Maximize Cost Efficiency with SIM and the Lansweeper + Licenseware Integration

Written by Lansweeper ? original article Is your organization throwing money away? Between unused software licenses, over-licensing, and the complexity of tracking software installations, it’s easy to see how costs spiral out of control.  In fact, recent research revealed that organizations waste $18 million per year, on average, on unused software licenses, with 51% of applications going…

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Introducing SIM – The Software Inventory Manager! 🚀

We’re excited to unveil our latest addition to the Licenseware product lineup, and this one’s BIG! 😍 Say hello to SIM – the Software Inventory Manager 🧠. Designed to provide instant insights into your software estate, SIM makes it easier than ever to understand and manage your software inventory. What Does SIM Do? Simply upload…

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‘Microsoft License Management’ Certification by The ITAM Review!

We’re excited to announce that Licenseware has officially earned the ‘Microsoft License Management’ Certification from The ITAM Review! 🏆 What This Means This certification is a major milestone for us, as it validates our ability to provide accurate, efficient, and effective solutions for managing Microsoft licenses. The ITAM Review’s evaluation process ensures that certified tools…

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Introducing Adobe Deployment Manager – Simplify Your Adobe Licensing 🎨📄

Managing Adobe licenses has always been a complex and time-consuming challenge for organizations. From tracking installations across multiple devices to ensuring compliance and cost efficiency, the manual approach is often error-prone and costly. That’s why we’re excited to introduce Adobe Deployment Manager (ADM)—an automated solution that simplifies Adobe license management, helping businesses save time, reduce…

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Licenseware Partners with HAT Distribution to Bring Next-Gen Software Asset Management Tools in ANZ

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 – Sydney, Australia: Licenseware, an innovator in software licensing automation, is excited to announce a strategic partnership with HAT Distribution, a premier Australian technology distributor. This collaboration establishes HAT Distribution as the official distributor of Licenseware’s advanced Software Asset Management (SAM) solutions across Australia and New Zealand (ANZ). This partnership aims…

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