There are some decent laws here to stop this getting out of hand and make sure it’s reasonable.

https://www.accc.gov.au/consumers/pricing/card-surcharges

How about not hard code this in the first place. If they are hell bent on this logic then let each instance admin list the instances they want to use?

Kubernetes is probably overkill, docker compose will work fine for most home labs. But I agree with your point, declarative infrastructure makes life so much easier, even for home labs.

I really want to watch that movie again now. Thanks for the quote!

Personally, my biggest problem with the proton CEOs actions, is that he doubled down using official proton social media. This went well beyond a “personal opinion” and made this sound like a position the company held.