Magnetic Tape Is Going Strong In The Age Of AI, And It's About To Get Even Better
ITPro, Tuesday, November 18th, 2025
It might date back to the 1950s, but Magnetic tape storage is still relevant in 2025
Magnetic tape storage might seem like a relic of a bygone era, but it's still going strong in 2025 - and new upgrades mean it's set to get even better.
The LTO Program, a joint initiative between IBM, Quantum Corp, and HPE, has unveiled a new generation of LTO Ultrium data cartridges offering enterprises up to 40 TB of native capacity - marking a significant improvement on previous generations.