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Publication Date: 2025-12-02 21:30:00
Nutanix used its well-attended NEXT on Tour roadshow in Darmstadt to demonstrate that the final gaps in its portfolio are being closed. The message to the nearly 1000 visitors: whether it’s a classic VDI desktop, an AI cluster, or connecting existing SAN storage – the platform stands on solid ground. But Nutanix, the VMware challenger, is not only positioning itself technically but also in terms of personnel.
Omnissa Horizon on AHV: The Wait is Almost Over
Native support for Omnissa Horizon 8 on the Nutanix hypervisor AHV is close to general availability. The limited availability phase is expected to conclude as early as January 2026, and features like Instant Clones, App Volumes, and GPU support are now being integrated directly into AHV. Together with the new option to run Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) on premises on Nutanix, AHV is positioning itself as a universal foundation for virtual desktops.
Breaking the Taboo: External Storage Arrays Connected
The strategic shift in Nutanix’s course was already hinted at with the support for Dell PowerFlex since spring 2025. Next, AHV will natively support Pure Storage, with integration also nearing GA. This development is…
