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The Breakthrough Verification of vRAN by SoftBank, NEC, and VMware

Steve McDowell March 4, 2024

SoftBank Corp., NEC Corporation, and VMware (recently acquired by Broadcom Inc.) have jointly verified the virtualization of the Radio Access Network (RAN), demonstrating a significant step towards RAN modernization through the convergence of O-RAN architecture and Telco Cloud.

Quick Take: IBM & the GSMA’s Collaboration for GenAI Adoption in Telecom

Steve McDowell March 4, 2024

The GSMA and IBM recently announced a significant new collaboration to promote the adoption and development of generative artificial intelligence (AI) skills within the telecom industry.

This partnership launches through two main initiatives: the GSMA Advance’s AI Training program and the GSMA Foundry Generative AI program.

Quick Take: Juniper Network’s AI-Native Networking Platform

Steve McDowell March 2, 2024

Juniper Networks announced its AI-Native Networking Platform, designed to fully integrate AI into network operations to enhance experiences for users and operators. The platform, a first in the industry, is built to use AI to make network connections more reliable, secure, and measurable.

Quick Take: WEKA Brings Data Platform to NexGen Cloud

Steve McDowell March 2, 2024

WekaIO is partnering with NexGen Cloud, the leading UK-based sustainable infrastructure-as-a-service provider, to establish a high-performance foundation for NexGen Cloud’s upcoming AI Supercloud. This Supercloud and NexGen Cloud’s Hyperstack GPU-as-a-Service platform will leverage WEKA’s technology.

Quick Take: Dynatrace Runecast Acquisition

Steve McDowell March 1, 2024

Earlier this month, on the eve of its annual Perform customer conference, Dynatrace announced the definitive acquisition of Runecast, an AI-powered security and compliance solutions provider, including Cloud Security Posture Management.

Quick Take: Venafi ‘Stop Unauthorized Code’ Solution

Steve McDowell February 28, 2024

Venafi has launched its new “Stop Unauthorized Code Solution,” designed to address the rising complexities inherent in software development security, specifically targeting unauthorized code and software supply chain attacks.