Juniper enhances its Mist AI-Native Networking

Juniper Networks announced new additions to its AI-Native Networking Platform that use artificial intelligence to proactively identify and fix network issues. This update to their cloud-based networking products, powered by Mist AI, is designed to improve user experience and lower operational costs by up to 85% for customers, according to the company. The platform is built on the concept of "AI for Networking" and aims to deliver reliable and secure...

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ONUG: Networking AI - Omniscient, Omnipotent Genie?

So what are these new AI virtual assistants? Are they genies with supernatural powers? Andrew Coward, GM of Software Networking from IBM, shares some insights:- AI's potential in managing holistic networks: Andrew discusses how AI can enhance the performance of applications by managing networks end-to-end. He emphasizes that even a slight delay in application performance can significantly impact user experience and sales, and AI can play a crucial...

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Cisco posts sales of $12.7 billion, down 13%, but above guidance

Cisco reported revenue of $12.7 billion for its third fiscal quarter, ended April 27, 2024, down 13%, with product revenue down 19% and service revenue up 6%. Cisco completed the acquisition of Splunk during the quarter. Splunk contributed $413 million of total revenue for the third quarter of fiscal 2024.Net income on a generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) basis was $1.9 billion or $0.46 per share, and non-GAAP net income of $3.6 billion...

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Tech Update: Testing Wi-Fi 7's 320 MHz Channels, Modulation, MLO

Wi-Fi 7 brings many new capabilities for developers, system vendors, and ultimately, end users.  Leigh Chinitz, Senior Director of Solutions Architecture from Spirent, provides an in-depth explanation:Leigh discusses the transition to Wi-Fi 7, which is based on the 802.11be specification, also known as the extremely high throughput amendment. This change focuses on increasing throughput, with Wi-Fi 7 offering up to 30 gigabits per second.He...

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Digital Realty bring Liquid-to-Chip cooling to 170 data centers

Digital Realty announced the availability of liquid-to-chip cooling technology, enabling businesses to deploy high-density configurations within a shared environment, in close proximity to the cloud, as well as network and AI service providers.Key highlights of Digital Realty's advanced high-density deployment support include:The ability to leverage a wide range of mechanical solutions, such as rear door heat exchangers (RDHx) and DLC, enabling the...

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Alkira raises $100 million for network infrastructure as-a-service

Alkira, a start-up providing on-demand network infrastructure as-a-service, closed a $100 million Series C funding round, bringing the company’s total funding raised to date to $176 million. Alkira offers:On-demand network infrastructure as-a-service with integrated security and networking services available globallyThe ability to securely connect any cloud, any on-prem location, any remote user or app to any other point of presenceAgility,...

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AT&T and AST SpaceMobile target space-to-mobiles

AT&T and AST SpaceMobile entered a commercial agreement to provide space-based broadband network direct to everyday cell phones. The deal runs through 2030.This summer, AST SpaceMobile plans to deliver its first commercial satellites to Cape Canaveral for launch into low Earth orbit. These initial five satellites will enable commercial service that was previously demonstrated with several key milestones. Key Takeaways :AT&T and AST SpaceMobile...

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