Broadcom's Shift to Subscription Model Disrupts VMware Licensing

Broadcom has stopped selling perpetual licenses for VMware products, as part of its plan to transition VMware into a subscription-based business. Existing customers with perpetual licenses can continue to use them but will eventually lose support. Broadcom aims to push customers towards subscriptions and is offering upgrade pricing incentives for those who switch. The move is part of Broadcom's strategy to grow VMware's earnings through a shift to subscriptions. However, customers and partners have expressed concerns about the sudden change and potential price increases.