Key Takeaways from AI Infrastructure Field Day 2

Alastair Cooke recently shared insights from the AI Infrastructure Field Day 2, highlighting key technological advancements and discussions that are shaping the AI infrastructure landscape. His comprehensive coverage offers a deep dive into the innovative solutions and challenges addressed by leading industry experts. For more insights and detailed coverage of the event, check out additional articles by Alastair Cooke on AI Infrastructure Field Day 2.


Techstrong Gang – April 29, 2025

The April 29 episode of Techstrong Gang discussed AI security, focusing on prompt injection attacks and vulnerabilities in foundational language models. In the central segment, Stephen Foskett provides an insightful overview of the discussions and innovative solutions presented at AI Infrastructure Field Day 2. He covers key presentations that highlight advancements in AI hardware and software platforms, emphasizing the impact on enterprise IT infrastructure. Catch Techstrong Gang every weekday, and watch for Stephen on most Tuesday episodes!


Google Cloud Builds on Storage Portfolio to Fuel AI Hypercomputer

Sulagna Saha recently covered Google Cloud’s strategic expansion of its storage portfolio, aiming to power up its AI hypercomputer capabilities. This development is crucial for businesses looking for scalable and robust storage solutions in support of advanced AI applications. For further details on AI Infrastructure Field Day 2, explore the comprehensive coverage by Sulagna Saha at Techstrong AI.


Nutanix: Working on the Easy Button for AI

Camberley Bates explores Nutanix’s efforts to simplify the deployment and management of AI applications through their comprehensive solutions, often referred to as the “Easy Button” for AI. By focusing on integrating hardware and software seamlessly, Nutanix aims to streamline operational complexities and enhance efficiency for enterprise AI implementations. For additional insights from AI Infrastructure Field Day 2, follow Camberley Bates’s coverage on LinkedIn Pulse.


Aviz Building Networks for AI

Josh Warcop recently shared insights on Aviz’s approach to building dedicated networks that support AI environments, showcasing their innovative solutions aimed at enhancing AI infrastructure. His analysis covers the technical specifications and operational benefits that Aviz’s networks bring to complex AI applications, facilitating smoother and more efficient processes. Discover further discussions and content by Josh Warcop over at LinkedIn Pulse.


Phison: The $1.8B Data Company You Haven’t Heard of – Until Now

Camberley Bates explores Phison, a significant yet under-the-radar $1.8 billion company specializing in data storage and management solutions. In her comprehensive overview, Bates sheds light on how Phison is influencing the storage industry and impacting global data infrastructure with innovative technologies. For further insights into AI Infrastructure Field Day 2 and more from Bates, check her coverage on LinkedIn Pulse.


What is a Field Day? Why Does it Matter?

In this LinkedIn Pulse article, Scott Shadley, who presented at AI Infrastructure Field Day last month, explores what Tech Field Day means to him. It’s wonderful to get the perspective of people like Scott who have been connected to Field Day for years but have not been part of the organization or delegate panel. Tech Field Day is for everyone!


AI Infrastructure Space Is Red Hot

As Alan Shimel points out, the AI infrastructure market is currently experiencing significant growth, marked by increased investment and innovation. As organizations continue to demand more powerful and efficient computing resources to support complex AI applications, this sector remains a hotspot for technological advancements. Find more coverage of AI Infrastructure Field Day 2 at Techstrong AI.


Techstrong Gang – April 22, 2025

In the April 22 episode of Techstrong Gang, the middle segment features Stephen Foskett discussing AI Infrastructure Field Day and the recent special Tech Field Day event featuring HPE’s ProLiant team. Emphasizing the rapidly evolving technology needed to support AI, Foskett mentions the overwhelming industry interest that has extended the event to four days, instead of the usual two. This segment underlines both the opportunities and challenges in evolving AI infrastructure to become more efficient and sustainable.


Contextual Graph Databases at AIIFD2

Karen Lopez offers an insightful analysis on the advancements and functionalities of contextual graph databases presented at AI Infrastructure Field Day 2. Juniper Apstra uses a proprietary contextual graph database to define desired network outcomes and ensure network operation. The database, queried with customized Gremlin and Cypher, supports analysis of data over time and moving locations.


Google -Perspectives from AI Infrastructure Tech Field Day

Camberley Bates shares insights on Google’s role and impact in the AI infrastructure space as seen during the AI Infrastructure Tech Field Day. The article highlights how Google leverages its expertise to advance AI technologies and infrastructure, influencing various industry practices. For detailed coverage of AI Infrastructure Field Day 2, read more articles by Camberley Bates on LinkedIn Pulse.


AI Needs to Be Boring

Mature technologies deliver business value by integration into boring production applications, so AI needs to be boring. This Tech Field Day Podcast episode features Max Mortillaro, Guy Currier, Jay Cuthrell, and Alastair Cooke. AI has frequently been in the public news, many organizations are busy building AI infrastructure and pipelines, and vendors have tagged their applications with AI to ride the hype. Yet, business value is usually delivered in applications that serve customers rather than generating headlines. The first steps towards AI being a functional but boring part of production applications have emerged, with interoperability mechanisms like MCP and A2A are vital steps towards pervasive AI. Options for Small Language Models (SLM) are opening up more cost-effective use of generative AI, while predictive AI continues to be the standard boring production AI. Data and output safety are other areas for development; avoiding GenAI hallucinations, model poisoning, and data leakage is vital for AI to become boring. Eventually, Generative AI will be as invisible and valuable in mainstream business applications, leading to a return on all the current investments.


What it Takes to Power AI at AI Infrastructure Field Day 2

Alastair Cooke provides a detailed introduction to the companies and technologies participating in AI Infrastructure Field Day 2 this week. His insights highlight the interplay between advanced hardware and optimized software essential for robust AI applications. For additional insights from Alastair Cooke on this topic, visit Techstrong IT and Techstrong AI for full coverage of AI Infrastructure Field Day 2.


Road to AI Infrastructure Field Day 2 – 22-25 April 2025

Lino Telera’s blog provides a preview of AI Infrastructure Field Day 2, scheduled for April 22-25, 2025, to explore the latest innovations and technologies in AI infrastructure. This event promises insightful sessions from industry leaders aimed at advancing the understanding and implementation of AI systems. For further coverage of AI Infrastructure Field Day 2, follow the updates on his blog!