Tech Field Day Coverage
Our delegate panel includes independent writers and thought leaders, and we collect their coverage of the event, Tech Field Day presentations, and sponsoring companies here.
Cloud Field Day 24: Oxide Computer — The Next Major Platform?
Camberley Bates recently provided an insightful analysis of Oxide Computer at Cloud Field Day 24, discussing its potential as the next major platform in computing. The discussion included an in-depth look at the innovative software and hardware integration that Oxide is pioneering. For more insights and coverage on this topic, you can follow Camberley Bates on LinkedIn Pulse.
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Cloud Field Day 24: Oxide Computer — The Next Major Platform?
Oxide: The Guys in the Garage Are Doing OK
Jim Czuprynski’s latest LinkedIn article, “Oxide: The Guys in the Garage Are Doing OK,” shines a spotlight on Oxide Computer Company’s innovative approach to reimagining server architecture, highlighting their progress and the potential disruption they could bring to the industry. In his analysis, Czuprynski provides an insightful overview of Oxide’s unique blend of hardware and software solutions designed to streamline complex data center operations. For additional insights from Cloud Field Day 24, follow Jim Czuprynski on LinkedIn Pulse.
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Oxide: The Guys in the Garage Are Doing OK
The Role of Data Infrastructure in Enterprise AI with Ingo Fuchs of NetApp
The podcast episode explores the critical role of data infrastructure in supporting enterprise AI and agentic AI applications. It emphasizes the need for storage infrastructure teams to take a more active role in enabling performance, efficiency, and governance for AI workloads. The conversation highlights NetApp’s capabilities, such as AI Data Engine and native infrastructure integrations, in enabling real-time data pipeline management and ensuring consistent and secure data delivery.
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The Role of Data Infrastructure in Enterprise AI with Ingo Fuchs of NetApp
How HPE’s New Security Playbook Is Actually Stopping Threats
In this article following Security Field Day 14, Tom Hollingsworth examines Hewlett Packard Enterprise’s innovative approach to cybersecurity, detailing how their new security strategies are effectively mitigating threats. He highlights the integration of advanced tools and protocols that are setting new standards in the industry for protecting enterprise data assets. For additional insights into this topic, check out the coverage on Security Boulevard.
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How HPE's New Security Playbook Is Actually Stopping Threats
Qlik Answers and the Unstructured Frontier: What a Printer Assistant Taught Me About AI in Practice
In this article, Brian Booden explores how a simple printer assistant leveraging AI technology illuminated the broader applications of unstructured data handling in the enterprise environment. Booden discusses Qlik Answers’ capabilities in harnessing unstructured data, pushing forward the boundaries of what businesses can achieve with AI-driven analytics. This was part of a sponsored series of articles for Qlik at Techstrong AI.
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Qlik Answers and the Unstructured Frontier: What a Printer Assistant Taught Me About AI in Practice
NetApp AFX and AI Data Engine: Transforming Enterprise AI Storage
Gina Rosenthal recently explores the innovative features of NetApp AFX and the AI Data Engine, tools designed to revolutionize storage solutions for enterprise AI applications. These technologies enhance performance and scalability, streamlining the storage infrastructure to support advanced AI workloads efficiently. For additional coverage of NetApp Insight, follow Gina Rosenthal’s coverage on LinkedIn Pulse.
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NetApp AFX and AI Data Engine: Transforming Enterprise AI Storage
AI Demand, Rising Memory Prices & NBA Betting Scandals
In this episode of Techstrong Gang, the panel discusses the looming chip crisis and the recent bust of a high-tech gambling ring, but the heart of the conversation focuses on key takeaways from Cloud Field Day 24. This discussion centered on smart use of cloud services, both on-premises and in the hands of service providers, and the needs of each application for security, privacy, and cost. Oxide Computer Company and Pure Storage were both mentioned in this segment, with HPE and Fortinet earning mention in the area of AI applications. Watch Techstrong Gang every weekday on the various Techstrong channels.
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AI Demand, Rising Memory Prices & NBA Betting Scandals
How Oxide Is Redefining Private Cloud for Large Enterprises
Oxide Computer Company is at the forefront of transforming private cloud infrastructure, showcasing a new model tailored specifically for large enterprises that emphasize security, efficiency, and customizability. They are introducing unique hardware and software solutions designed to simplify data center operations and improve performance scalability, which directly align with emerging IT demands in enterprise environments. In this article following Cloud Field Day 24, Mike Graff provides a deeper analysis of how Oxide is impacting the private cloud landscape.
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How Oxide Is Redefining Private Cloud for Large Enterprises
HPE Bets on a “Cool-Again” Private Cloud Strategy
Allyson Klein discusses HPE’s renewed focus on private cloud solutions, signaling a strategic pivot towards what they now deem a “cool-again” technology. This shift highlights HPE’s commitment to providing robust infrastructure options that cater to unique business needs for security and control. For additional insights and coverage, visit Allyson Klein’s writings on The Tech Arena.
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HPE Bets on a “Cool-Again” Private Cloud Strategy
HPE at Cloud Field Day 24 – Navigating Hypervisor Uncertainty with VM Essentials & Enterprise Private Cloud
Ken Nalbone provides a concise analysis of HPE’s presentation at Cloud Field Day 24, focusing on their strategies surrounding hypervisor uncertainty and enhancements in VM Essentials and Enterprise Private Cloud solutions. He highlights how HPE is addressing the changing dynamics in cloud environments to better support enterprise needs. For additional insights into this topic, explore Ken Nalbone’s coverage on LinkedIn Pulse.
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When “It’s Always DNS” Becomes Your Security Advantage
In his latest analysis, Jack Poller examines how the common adage “It’s Always DNS” can be turned into a strategic advantage for cybersecurity efforts. He discusses how DNS, typically a source of network issues, can also serve as a critical tool in identifying and mitigating security threats. For further insights about Security Field Day 14 and Infoblox, watch Security Boulevard!
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When “It’s Always DNS” Becomes Your Security Advantage
Security That Explains Itself: What the SOC Really Wants from AI
AI in security operations is evolving into a reasoning partner, but explainability is crucial for building trust and ensuring accountability in AI-driven security decisions. Read more in this article by Vriti Magee following the recent special Tech Field Day presentation by Microsoft Security!
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Security That Explains Itself: What the SOC Really Wants from AI
The Metamorphosis of Trust
Kate Scarcella writes about 1Password’s presentation at Security Field Day 14 in this LinkedIn Pulse article. Their password management exemplifies the evolution of encryption, bridging the gap between enterprise and consumer trust models with its dual-key model and zero-knowledge architecture.
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HPE’s AI Factory: Bridging the Gap from Pilot to Production
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) is pioneering a structured approach to transitioning artificial intelligence (AI) projects from pilot stages to full-scale production through its initiative, the AI Factory. This strategic deployment aims to streamline the process and overcome common scalability challenges associated with AI implementations. For more insights from AI Infrastructure Field Day, watch Techstrong AI.
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HPE's AI Factory: Bridging the Gap from Pilot to Production
Pure Storage Offers Prompt-Based Control, Smooth Infra Management
Allyson Klein delves into Pure Storage’s latest innovation in prompt-based control, emphasizing its ability to offer smooth infrastructure management and enhance system efficiency. This technology allows IT administrators to streamline operations and manage storage systems more effectively, ensuring optimal performance. For more coverage from Cloud Field Day 24, watch TechArena!
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Pure Storage Offers Prompt-Based Control, Smooth Infra Management
Unifying Storage Management: Pure Fusion & Pure Storage Cloud at Cloud Field Day 24
Ken Nalbone expertly summarizes the presentations by Pure Storage at Cloud Field Day 24, focusing on the unification of storage management through Pure Fusion and enhancements in Pure Storage Cloud. He highlights the strategic advancements these technologies bring to simplifying data services across multi-cloud environments. Discover additional insights and in-depth analysis on these topics by Ken Nalbone on LinkedIn Pulse.
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Unifying Storage Management: Pure Fusion & Pure Storage Cloud at Cloud Field Day 24
Oxide Delivers Couture Hyperscale Infra for the Enterprise
Allyson Klein discusses how Oxide Computer Company is redefining enterprise infrastructure by introducing bespoke hyperscale solutions tailored for enterprise needs. This approach combines the scalability of hyperscale systems with the specific requirements and controls that enterprise clients demand. For additional insights from Cloud Field Day 24, watch coverage by Allyson Klein.
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Oxide Delivers Couture Hyperscale Infra for the Enterprise
Cloud Field Day 24: reviewing Pure Storage – Fusion 2.0
Camberley Bates writes this article following Cloud Field Day 24, focusing on the advancements in Pure Storage’s latest release, Fusion 2.0. She discussed the upgraded features and the impact they are set to have on cloud storage solutions. Discover additional analysis and commentary by Camberley Bates about this topic on LinkedIn Pulse.
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Cloud Field Day 24: reviewing Pure Storage – Fusion 2.0
Enhancing Security in the Age of AI and Agents
The Techstrong Gang explores the increasing complexities of enterprise security in an era dominated by advanced artificial intelligence and automated agents. They discuss the need for evolving security strategies to safeguard data and infrastructure against sophisticated threats enabled by these technologies. During the conversation, Stephen Foskett compares the approach of NetApp as seen at the recent INSIGHT event, for data protection. The topics presented at Security Field Day are also covered, including SquareX, as well as the recent Microsoft Security event.
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Enhancing Security in the Age of AI and Agents
NetApp Has Some Interesting AI Features In Their New AFx Product Lineup
NetApp recently unveiled new AI capabilities within their AFX product line, enriching their offerings with advanced data management and analytics tools specifically designed for AI workflows. These features aim to significantly improve efficiency and performance for enterprises leveraging AI technologies. Find more coverage of NetApp Insight and other topics by Denny Cherry on his blog.
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NetApp Has Some Interesting AI Features In Their New AFx Product Lineup