By Bob Evans
Publication Date: 2026-01-20 12:30:00
In this Cloud Wars special report, Bob Evans sits down with Oracle CEO Mike Sicilia, to discuss Oracle’s rise to number two in the market Cloud Wars Top 10. Their conversation will cover why customers are increasingly drawn to Oracle, how AI embedded in infrastructure and applications accelerates time to value, and why openness, Multi-cloud Flexibility and data gravity are changing decision-making in companies.
Oracle AI strategy and products
The big topics:
- AI built in, not screwed on: Oracle’s momentum relies on embedding AI directly into its database, data platform, infrastructure and applications, rather than layering it on top later. This architectural decision enables customers to train models, perform inference, and deploy intelligent applications faster and more reliably. AI is fundamental ERPRetail merchandising, healthcare and industry solutions. By integrating AI at every level, Oracle reduces friction,…