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SSPI
How does maritime connectivity actually work–and why is Europe becoming a proving ground for the next generation of satellite mobility?

SSPI

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 25, 2025 44:25


In this episode, Tamara Bond-Williams, Executive Director of Space and Satellite Professionals International (SSPI), speaks with Andreas Nil, Co-Founder and Managing Director of MediaMobil, about how satellite communications at sea have evolved from kilobits to multi-orbit, multi-network systems. The conversation explores how maritime operators use VSAT, GEO, and LEO satellites, global teleport networks, and adaptive gateways to keep ships connected across oceans, ports, and national jurisdictions. Andreas explains how MediaMobil's Multilink Gateway dynamically switches between satellite systems based on cost, performance, regulation, and availability—ensuring reliable connectivity even where LEO coverage is restricted. The episode also examines how satellite connectivity supports mobility, sustainability, and critical operations, from route optimization and emissions monitoring to offshore launch platforms and future 5G and 6G non-terrestrial networks. Throughout, Europe emerges as a laboratory for collaboration, regulation, and trust in satellite systems.

Swimming with Allocators
SWA's Best of 2025 (Part 1)

Swimming with Allocators

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2025 39:38


This week on Swimming with Allocators, it's a bonus episode as Earnest talks about the "Best of Season Three" on the show, highlighting memorable moments and insights from the year's most popular shows. Topics include building intentionally diverse venture portfolios, the value of connecting distinct networks in the VC space, and innovative approaches to GP seeding and strategic partnerships for fund managers. Key takeaways for listeners are the importance of focusing on quality and flexibility over rigid investment categories, embracing discomfort to foster impactful professional connections, and looking beyond the largest funds to find unique opportunities and generate true alpha in venture capital. Don't miss a look back at some of the best moments on the podcast in 2025. Highlights from this week's conversation include: Welcome and Introduction to the Best Of Episode (0:02) Honorable Mention: Joshua Berkowitz on Venture Portfolios (3:43) Embracing “A Mess by Design” in Portfolio Strategy (4:03) Kevin and Raudline on Network Building and Connectivity (9:41) The Value of Bridging Networks and Network Effects (12:36) Capital Concentration and Middle-Market Allocators (14:33) Trends in Venture Capital for 2025 and Beyond (17:35) Jason Howard on GP Seeding and Strategic Partnerships (22:25) Partnership Benefits and Advisor Roles for GPs (27:02) Final Thoughts and Takeaways (35:57) Swimming with Allocators is a podcast that dives into the intriguing world of Venture Capital from an LP (Limited Partner) perspective. Hosts Alexa Binns and Earnest Sweat are seasoned professionals who have donned various hats in the VC ecosystem. Each episode, we explore where the future opportunities lie in the VC landscape with insights from top LPs on their investment strategies and industry experts shedding light on emerging trends and technologies.  The information provided on this podcast does not, and is not intended to, constitute legal advice; instead, all information, content, and materials available on this podcast are for general informational purposes only. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A Wise and Faithful Woman
Ep490 - The Connectivity of Christianity

A Wise and Faithful Woman

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2025 5:21


A Wise and Faithful Woman with Nancy Goring A Bible podcast for ladies Ep490 - The Connectivity of Christianity 

The Prestige TV Podcast
‘Pluribus' Episode 8: “Charm Offensive”, the Penultimate Episode

The Prestige TV Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2025 64:28


With the finale steadily approaching, Jo and Rob are here to help break down the second-to-last-last episode of the first season of ‘Pluribus'. (0:00) Intro (8:04) Connectivity and empathy (14:37) Hive-mind theater (23:53) Carole in the New World (40:37) Rob's hypothetical (42:37) A Manousos question (47:44) Breaking down the info nuggets (56:57) Anticipating the finale Email us! prestigetv@spotify.com or lickingthedonut@gmail.com Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Prestige TV Podcast and so much more! Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Rob Mahoney Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr. Additional Production Support: Justin Sayles Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FIT4PRIVACY Podcast - For those who care about privacy
Competence, Credibility, Clarity, Connectivity with Oudi Abouchacra and Punit Bhatia in the FIT4PRIVACY Podcast E154 S07

The FIT4PRIVACY Podcast - For those who care about privacy

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2025 31:40


What does it really take to succeed — in life, work, and even in the age of AI?Join Dr. Oudi Abouchacra, Amazon best-selling author, performance coach, and founder of Inspired Results, as he shares the secrets behind the Four Cs of High Performance — Competence, Credibility, Clarity, and Connectivity.He also explores how the same human qualities that drive excellence are now influencing the way we interact with AI, and what that means for the future of communication, trust, and leadership. With his signature blend of psychology, storytelling, and practical insight, Dr. Oudi offers a roadmap for individuals and organizations aiming to perform at their highest potential.KEY CONVERSATIONS 00:02:24 4 Cs – Competence + Credibility + Clarity + Communication + Connectivity 00:07:48 Applying the Four Cs to AI 00:15:51 Difference between human interaction and artificial interaction 00:21:31 Fear of the Unknown and AI 00:26:29 Dr. Audi's Work and Contact Information 00:31:06 Conclusion and Farewell  ABOUT THE GUESTDr. Oudi Abouchacra is an Amazon best-selling author and internationally recognized performance expert, as well as the founder of Inspired Results, a global coaching and training company based in Abu Dhabi. With more than twenty years of experience as a chiropractor, coach, and speaker, Dr. Oudi has dedicated his career to helping professionals and organizations maximize their performance and return on investment of time, money, and energy. Known for his dynamic and engaging “edu-taining” delivery style, he offers a range of signature programs—including Power House Team Building, Fear Forward, Speak-ology, Work Your Network with the 4Cs, and Unlimited Life—that blend psychology, neuroscience, and practical strategies to drive measurable results. His expertise has reached audiences across major corporations, government entities, and educational institutions around the world, including the Big Four firms, global banks, Adobe, and leading universities. A certified Demartini Method® Facilitator and World Class Speaking Coach, Dr. Oudi continues to inspire global audiences through his talks, books, and upcoming documentary Inspired, aimed at helping individuals unlock their potential and achieve sustained success.ABOUT THE HOST  Punit Bhatia is one of the leading privacy experts who works independently and has worked with professionals in over 30 countries. Punit works with business and privacy leaders to create an organization culture with high privacy awareness and compliance as a business priority. Selectively, Punit is open to mentor and coach privacy professionals.  Punit is the author of books “Be Ready for GDPR'' which was rated as the best GDPR Book, “AI & Privacy – How to Find Balance”, “Intro To GDPR”, and “Be an Effective DPO”. Punit is a global speaker who has spoken at over 30 global events. Punit is the creator and host of the FIT4PRIVACY Podcast. This podcast has been featured amongst top GDPR and privacy podcasts.  As a person, Punit is an avid thinker and believes in thinking, believing, and acting in line with one's value to have joy in life. He has developed the philosophy named ‘ABC for joy of life' which passionately shares. Punit is based out of Belgium, the heart of Europe.RESOURCES Websites www.fit4privacy.com,www.punitbhatia.com,https://www.linkedin.com/in/inspireddroudi/, www.droudi.com  , https://growskills.store/Podcast https://www.fit4privacy.com/podcast Blog https://www.fit4privacy.com/blog YouTube http://youtube.com/fit4privacy 

Focus Check
ep95 - Nexus G1 Explained, A Conversation with the Camera's Creators : The Most Ambitious Cinema Camera Yet? CineD Focus Check

Focus Check

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2025 79:39


For this week's episode on the CineD Focus Check podcast, Nino speaks with special guests Timothy and Thomas Boland from Nexus Camera about how the Nexus G1 came to life — and what it's trying to solve for solo operators and small crews. They share their background in industrial design and filmmaking, why rigging and workflow friction pushed them toward building their own camera, and how they approached key features such as a modular electronic ND system, expanded I/O and power distribution, integrated lens-control ideas, materials and cooling design, and a service plan for repairs and warranty. Nino also asks the questions many people have been wondering about: how Nexus works with Blackmagic Design as an authorized dealer, how the economics of sourcing hardware are handled, and what changed in the timeline as the project moved toward manufacturing. Toward the end, the team reveals a notable update on lens adaptability and discusses what's next—including future accessories and software expansion. (00:00) - Intro (01:39) - The origin story of the Nexus G1 (06:32) - Meet the founders of Nexus, Thomas and Timothy (09:51) - The relationship between Blackmagic Design and Nexus (13:09) - Technical details of the Nexus G1 (19:28) - Camera body materials and thermal design (24:44) - Connectivity options of the Nexus G1 (31:17) - Lens mount system on the Nexus G1 (32:21) - Roadmap for the camera launch (33:58) - How does the warranty process work with the Nexus G1? (39:38) - The current sensor in the Nexus G1 and potential future upgrades (48:14) - What would they do differently if they could start from scratch? (51:46) - Rapid-fire questions for the creators (59:31) - Power efficiency of the Nexus G1 (01:03:03) - Unveiling the new update for the Nexus G1   We hope you enjoyed this episode! Do you have feedback, comments, or suggestions? Write us at podcast@cined.com 

TechVibe Radio
Why Every Tech Entrepreneur Needs to Rethink 5G Connectivity in 2026

TechVibe Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2025 8:39


What if the next breakout startup isn't powered by better software… but by better connectivity? Today's 10 Minute Tech Talk is all about removing the invisible limits that hold entrepreneurs back. We are joined by Jay Noschese from T-Mobile for Business, and this conversation flips the script on how founders should think about 5G. We're not talking faster phones. We're talking about new business models, new customer experiences, and entire industries being reshaped because connectivity can now be customized, optimized, and trusted for mission-critical work. Hit PLAY, and you'll hear how technologies like 5G Advanced and network slicing are already powering live sports broadcasts, massive events, and healthcare systems where failure isn't an option. And more importantly, you'll start to see what this unlocks for entrepreneurs building what's next. If you're a founder, operator, or innovator asking, "What can I build now that wasn't possible before?" You're in the right place. Let's jump in. Listen to the entire TechVibe interview here. This Pittsburgh Technology Council podcast is for tech and manufacturing  entrepreneurs exploring the tech ecosystem, from cyber security and AI to SaaS, robotics, and life sciences, featuring insights to satisfy the tech curious.

SSPI
How is Europe Rethinking Satellite Connectivity? w/ Craig Bowley

SSPI

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2025 41:56


In this episode, Tamara Bond-Williams, Executive Director of Space and Satellite Professionals International (SSPI), is joined by Craig Bowley, Regional Vice President of Sales for Europe at ST Engineering iDirect, to launch a new European series focused on the vertical markets shaping connectivity across the region. The conversation explores the macro trends redefining Europe's satellite landscape, from EU programs like IRIS² and GovSatCom, to the growing importance of secure, interoperable communications for governments, including their defense capabilities, and essential public systems.  Bowley explains how multi-orbit systems, software-defined terminals, and new ground architectures are enabling resilience across land, sea, air, and space. This episode also examines emerging applications such as connected trains, mobility, IoT, and the convergence of satellite and 5G networks, revealing how satellite systems quietly underpin everyday life and strategic operations alike.

IIoT Use Case Podcast | Industrie
#199 | Connectivity frühzeitig planen – Edge Layer verbindet OT und IT | Kontron AIS GmbH

IIoT Use Case Podcast | Industrie

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2025 36:30


www.iotusecase.com#Connectivity #OT #ITIn Podcastfolge 199 sprechen Robin Schubert (Produktmanager) und Frank Tannhäuser (Senior Sales Manager Manufacturing Automation) von Kontron AIS darüber, warum Konnektivität in modernen Produktionsumgebungen zu einer strategischen Aufgabe wird. Viele Werke arbeiten mit Maschinen unterschiedlicher Generationen und Schnittstellen, was stabile OT/IT-Verbindungen, konsistente Datenbereitstellung und sichere Updateprozesse zunehmend erschwert. Gleichzeitig steigen die Anforderungen durch NIS2, den Cyber Resilience Act und die wachsende Notwendigkeit, Daten für Echtzeitprozesse, Qualitätsnachweise oder spätere KI-Anwendungen nutzbar zu machen.Folge 199 auf einen Blick (und Klick):(13:04) Herausforderungen, Potenziale und Status quo – So sieht der Use Case in der Praxis aus(21:15) Lösungen, Angebote und Services – Ein Blick auf die eingesetzten Technologien(28:05) Übertragbarkeit, Skalierung und nächste Schritte – So könnt ihr diesen Use Case nutzenPodcast ZusammenfassungDie Gäste erläutern, warum viele Produktionsanlagen – insbesondere Baujahre um 2010 – eine sehr heterogene Landschaft aus Steuerungen, Schnittstellen und Protokollen aufweisen, was zu Integrationsaufwand, Performanceengpässen und Risiken bei der Updatefähigkeit führt.Ein Schwerpunkt der Folge ist die Frage, wie sich Konnektivität frühzeitig im Anlagendesign berücksichtigen lässt, damit spätere Anforderungen an Sicherheit, Softwarepflege, NIS2-Compliance, CRA-Vorgaben und Skalierbarkeit besser beherrschbar sind. Die Experten zeigen anhand realer Projekterfahrungen, wie ein Edge Layer Maschinen unterschiedlicher Generationen standardisiert anbindet, Daten konsistent bereitstellt und den sicheren Update-Rollout im laufenden Betrieb ermöglicht.Außerdem wird diskutiert, welche technischen Kriterien bei OPC-UA-Anbindungen in hoch getakteten Umgebungen zu beachten sind – etwa Latenzgrenzen unter 100 Millisekunden oder typische Schwankungen im Sekundenbereich je nach Implementierung. Die Gäste geben Einblicke in Integrationsszenarien, in denen FabEagle®Connect als Docker-basierte Komponente im Kontron Grid eingesetzt wird und als verlässliche Datenquelle für MES, Leitsysteme sowie Data-Lake-Umgebungen dient.Im Ausblick zeigen beide Gesprächspartner, wie ein sauber aufgebauter Edge Layer die Grundlage für Digital Twins, KI-basierte Analysen und ein skalierbares Produktionsdatenmanagement bildet. Unternehmen können so schrittweise weitere Linien und Standorte integrieren, ohne bestehende Schnittstellen erneut aufsetzen zu müssen.-----Relevante Folgenlinks:Peter (https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-schopf/)Frank (https://www.linkedin.com/in/frank-tannhaeuser/)Robin (https://www.linkedin.com/in/robin-schubert-automation/)FabEagle®Connect (https://kontron-ais.com/produkte/fabeagle-connect)Jetzt IoT Use Case auf LinkedIn folgen1x monatlich IoT Use Case Update erhalten

RSA Conference
Building Trust and Resilience Across the Future of Secure Connectivity

RSA Conference

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2025 24:07


As 5G, IoT, and edge networks expand, secure connectivity defines digital trust. This session presents a practical roadmap for building resilience and governance into connected ecosystems. Using the proven CPD framework, this podcast will explore how leaders can embed commitment, preparedness, and discipline to ensure trust continuity. Dave Chatterjee, Visiting Professor, Pratt School of Engineering, Duke University Tatyana Sanchez, Content & Program Coordinator, RSAC Kacy Zurkus, Director, Content, RSAC

The FIT4PRIVACY Podcast - For those who care about privacy
Applying Competence, Credibility, Clarity, Connectivity to AI

The FIT4PRIVACY Podcast - For those who care about privacy

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2025 5:04


What does it really take to succeed — in life, work, and even in the age of AI?Join Dr. Oudi Abouchacra, Amazon best-selling author, performance coach, and founder of Inspired Results, as he shares the secrets behind the Four Cs of High Performance — Competence, Credibility, Clarity, and Connectivity.He also explores how the same human qualities that drive excellence are now influencing the way we interact with AI, and what that means for the future of communication, trust, and leadership. With his signature blend of psychology, storytelling, and practical insight, Dr. Oudi offers a roadmap for individuals and organizations aiming to perform at their highest potential.KEY CONVERSION 00:02:24 4 Cs – Competence + Credibility + Clarity + Communication + Connectivity 00:07:48 Applying the Four Cs to AI 00:15:51 Difference between human interaction and artificial interaction 00:21:31 Fear of the Unknown and AI 00:26:29 Dr. Audi's Work and Contact Information 00:31:06 Conclusion and Farewell ABOUT THE GUESTDr. Oudi Abouchacra is an Amazon best-selling author and internationally recognized performance expert, as well as the founder of Inspired Results, a global coaching and training company based in Abu Dhabi. With more than twenty years of experience as a chiropractor, coach, and speaker, Dr. Oudi has dedicated his career to helping professionals and organizations maximize their performance and return on investment of time, money, and energy. Known for his dynamic and engaging “edu-taining” delivery style, he offers a range of signature programs—including Power House Team Building, Fear Forward, Speak-ology, Work Your Network with the 4Cs, and Unlimited Life—that blend psychology, neuroscience, and practical strategies to drive measurable results. His expertise has reached audiences across major corporations, government entities, and educational institutions around the world, including the Big Four firms, global banks, Adobe, and leading universities. A certified Demartini Method® Facilitator and World Class Speaking Coach, Dr. Oudi continues to inspire global audiences through his talks, books, and upcoming documentary Inspired, aimed at helping individuals unlock their potential and achieve sustained success.ABOUT THE HOST  Punit Bhatia is one of the leading privacy experts who works independently and has worked with professionals in over 30 countries. Punit works with business and privacy leaders to create an organization culture with high privacy awareness and compliance as a business priority. Selectively, Punit is open to mentor and coach privacy professionals.  Punit is the author of books “Be Ready for GDPR'' which was rated as the best GDPR Book, “AI & Privacy – How to Find Balance”, “Intro To GDPR”, and “Be an Effective DPO”. Punit is a global speaker who has spoken at over 30 global events. Punit is the creator and host of the FIT4PRIVACY Podcast. This podcast has been featured amongst top GDPR and privacy podcasts.  As a person, Punit is an avid thinker and believes in thinking, believing, and acting in line with one's value to have joy in life. He has developed the philosophy named ‘ABC for joy of life' which passionately shares. Punit is based out of Belgium, the heart of Europe.RESOURCES Websites ⁠www.fit4privacy.com⁠,⁠www.punitbhatia.com⁠,⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/inspireddroudi/⁠, ⁠www.droudi.com⁠  Podcast⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.fit4privacy.com/podcast⁠ Blog ⁠https://www.fit4privacy.com/blog⁠ YouTube ⁠http://youtube.com/fit4privacy⁠ 

Pathmonk Presents Podcast
Agile Grocery Tech Connectivity Driving Faster Market Entry | Tom Lillywhite from Naveo Commerce

Pathmonk Presents Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2025 20:35


Tom Lillywhite, SVP of Sales at Naveo Commerce, outlines how the company delivers fast, flexible, and human-centered tech solutions for grocery retailers. Naveo Commerce positions itself as a lightweight, highly agile middleware layer that connects complex systems without the heavy lift of full-stack platforms. Tom explains how they help both large chains and independent retailers simplify e-commerce operations, streamline data workflows, and accelerate time to market. He dives into the value of clarity, human-focused design, and long-term partnerships in a market crowded with fragmented tools. The episode offers sharp insights into avoiding complexity traps, improving customer experience, and building tech that actually reflects real-world retail

Hal Anderson
The Dead Zone

Hal Anderson

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2025 16:24


Connectivity dead zones; Winnipeg broadcasting legend Stan Kubicek.

AviaDev Insight Africa
360. AviaDev's December 2025 Africa Connectivity Update with Sean Mendis and Behramjee Ghadially

AviaDev Insight Africa

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2025 79:44


*Subscribe to our mailing list to never miss another episode and stay up to date with event news: https://www.aviadev.com/keep-me-updated In this episode, we cover the latest route and fleet developments in African aviation. Topics include: 02:51 Ethiopian Airlines' Fleet Expansion at Dubai Air Show with more A350-900 and 737 Max 8s 11:10 Air Senegal's Surprising Boeing "Order" of 15 Boeing 737 MAX 8s  21:08 Air Côte d'Ivoire's landmark Embraer 4 x E175 Order.  Read Behramjee's analysis 33:53 Ethiopian Airlines and Air Congo's ATR 72-600 Order 36:43 Flydubai's Massive Aircraft Orders from Airbus and Boeing and what it could mean for Africa 43:49 Emirates' New Routes to Cape Town and Nairobi  48:47 Kenya's Aviation Policy and Market Access Issues, plus challenges Facing Kenya Airways  01:00:33 Air Transat's New Routes to West Africa (Dakar, Senegal and Accra, Ghana) 01:14:32 Air Tanzania's New Vic Falls - Cape Town route  01:20:04 Farewell and AviaDev Connectivity Update 2025 Awards preview This month's guests are:  Sean Mendis, Aviation Consultant. CONNECT WITH SEAN Behramjee Ghadially, Aviation Consultant. CONNECT WITH BEHRAMJEE 

Aerospace Unplugged
Connectivity in Modern Defense

Aerospace Unplugged

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 21:43


In this episode of Aerospace Unplugged, our host Adam Kress chats with Tom Konicki, Director of Business Development for Defense and Space at Honeywell Aerospace Technologies.They explore what's really at stake in today's data-driven battlespace, and why multi-network, multi-orbit, resilient connectivity is now a strategic advantage for global defense forces.Episode Highlights:Why Connectivity is Central to Modern Military Operations: Understand the challenges and requirements in today's defense landscape and why resilient, secure connectivity is the backbone of modern operations.The Growing Need for Robust SATCOM Systems in Mission Critical Scenarios: Explore how multi-orbit, multi-network SATCOM solutions like JetWave X deliver reliability and flexibility ensuring mission success.Cybersecurity's Role in Defense Connectivity: Learn how secure data transfer and advanced cybersecurity measures protect connectivity in high-stakes defense environments.Future Trends in Defense Connectivity: Dive into what's next in secure connectivity and how it'll become the strategic edge in global defense operations. Get More Insights NowDiscover the latest expert insights on the advances in connectivity across all operations. Download the Connectivity Whitepaper.

Unofficial SAP on Azure podcast
#270 - TOW Azure Central Point of Connectivity and Advanced Threat Mitigation (Evren Buyruk, Saleem Bseeu) | SAP on Azure Video Podcast

Unofficial SAP on Azure podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2025 61:35


In episode 270 of our SAP on Azure video podcast we talk about Azure Network Security. In recent episodes we talked about securing your SAP systems using Entra ID, implementing MFA or using Sentinel to detect attacks. But what about the foundation, the Azure Network? So today I am glad to have Evren and Saleem with us to take a closer look at Azure Central Point of Connectivity and Advanced Threat Mitigation. Find all the links mentioned here: https://www.saponazurepodcast.de/episode270Reach out to us for any feedback / questions:* Goran Condric: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gorancondric/* Holger Bruchelt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/holger-bruchelt/ #Microsoft #SAP #Azure #SAPonAzure #Networking #Security #DDoS #ExpressRoute

The IoT Podcast
Programmable Mobile: The Connectivity Shift No One Can Ignore with Stacuity's Tim Dowling & John Freeman

The IoT Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2025 63:34


What does it take to rebuild the way mobile connectivity works for IoT? And why are operators, MVNOs, and enterprises starting to rethink how much visibility and control they should have over their networks? In this episode of The IoT Podcast, host Tom White sits down with Tim Dowling Co-Founder & COO and John Freeman - CEO at Stacuity, a company developing a fully programmable mobile core designed to give connectivity providers real-time control, flexibility, and global reach. They dig into the shift toward more programmable networks, what real-time visibility actually enables, and why permanent roaming rules, data sovereignty and regional regulations are forcing a rethink of global IoT strategies. The discussion focuses on how these changes show up in real deployments: faster troubleshooting, tighter security, smarter automation, and more flexibility for MVNOs and enterprises building connected products. If you work with IoT devices, manage connectivity, or just want a clearer view of where the industry is heading, this episode is your inside scoop! Chapters... 00:00 Introductions 02:44 What's Changing in Mobile Connectivity Today 08:23 Why IT and Telecom Are Rapidly Converging 11:02 A Practical Explanation of “Programmable Mobile” 15:12 Data Sovereignty, Local Breakout & Performance 20:01 Who Benefits from Becoming an MVNO 24:48 Managing Connectivity Across Multiple Regions 27:29 What Full Network Control Enables 32:06 Common Operator & Enterprise Pain Points 41:22 Collaboration, Competition & Market Dynamics 48:30 How Real-Time Connectivity Unlocks New Use Cases 56:43 Career Lessons from Tim & John 59:35 Where to Learn More The episode is Live on all major listening platforms now: https://linktr.ee/theiotpodcast Connect with our guests Tim Dowling: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timdowling100/ John Freeman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/freemanj/    Find out more about Stacuity: https://stacuity.com/?utm_term=stacuity&utm_campaign=&utm_source=adwords&utm_medium=ppc&hsa_acc=2497416715&hsa_cam=22351269244&hsa_grp=175269389166&hsa_ad=762379803079&hsa_src=g&hsa_tgt=kwd-2281329050636&hsa_kw=stacuity&hsa_mt=p&hsa_net=adwords&hsa_ver=3&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22351269244&gbraid=0AAAAAoKxsrV-OS0oKWO2JFcBguckGZ_sI&gclid=Cj0KCQiA_8TJBhDNARIsAPX5qxQHLGRUlDnDiC55YaFwyDBmmDarA3k16SX3Y9GJRt5xKPvZ0odq6LgaAhFXEALw_wcB About Stacuity Stacuity is a next-generation mobile connectivity platform empowering operators, MVNOs and enterprises with real-time control, flexible routing, and global-scale IoT connectivity. By combining a cloud-style, API-first core with distributed edge data breakouts, Stacuity enables programmable mobile networks that support data sovereignty, low-latency performance, and dynamic automation. SUBSCRIBE TO THE IOT PODCAST ON YOUR FAVOURITE LISTENING PLATFORM: https://linktr.ee/theiotpodcast Sign Up for exclusive email updates: https://theiotpodcast.com/get-exclusive-access/ Contact us to become a guest/partner: https://theiotpodcast.com/contact/ Connect with host Tom White:   / tom5values  

AppleVis Podcast
How to Customize the Control Center and Menu Bar on macOS

AppleVis Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2025


In this episode, Tyler demonstrates how to customize the Control Center and menu bar on macOS.With macOS Tahoe, the Mac's Control Center and menu bar have become more customizable, with the ability to add, remove, and reorder a greater variety of items.To add an item to the Control Center or menu bar, click the “Edit controls” button at the bottom of the Control Center dialog, focus on the item you want to add either in the list of suggestions or the “More controls” grid, and choose "Add to Control Center" or "add to menu bar" from the Actions menu (accessed by pressing VO-Command-Space). Note that you can use the search field, or click a category in the “Available controls” group to narrow down what's shown in the “more controls” grid.To remove an item from Control Center, focus on it and choose "Remove" from the context menu (accessed by pressing VO-Shift-M). To remove an item from the menu bar, focus on it and choose "Remove" from the Actions menu.To move an item in Control Center, press VO-Shift-F3 to turn cursor tracking off, focus on the item, route the mouse pointer to it by pressing VO-Command-F5, and mouse down on it by pressing VO-Command-Shift-Space. Then, move to where you want to move the item to, route the mouse pointer by pressing VO-Command-F5, and mouse up by pressing VO-Command-Shift-Space. Note that this may not always work reliably, depending on the positions of controls being reordered.To reset Control Center to its default layout, go to System Settings > Menu bar, and click Reset Control Center.TranscriptDisclaimer: This transcript was generated by AI Note Taker – VoicePen, an AI-powered transcription app. It is not edited or formatted, and it may not accurately capture the speakers' names, voices, or content.Tyler: Hey AppleVisors, Tyler here with a quick tip for how to customize the Control Center and Menu Bar on macOS. With macOS Tahoe, the Mac's Control Center and Menu Bar have become much more customizable with the ability to add, remove, and reorder a greater variety of items. To do this, you'd go into the Control Center and hit the Edit Controls button at the bottom of the dialog. You can also find this button in System Settings by selecting the Menu Bar category and clicking the Edit Controls button in the scroll area. To demonstrate, I'm going to go into Control Center on my Mac with VL Shift O. VL Globe Right, jump to the bottom.VoiceOver: Edit controls. System dialogue. In system dialogue, content is empty. Drag the controls to place in the control center or menu bar. System has new system dialogue.Tyler: Okay, so here we are in the edit controls dialog. At the top we have the search field. We can search for a control.VoiceOver: Available controls groupTyler/VoiceOver: this is where you can categorize what you see in this dialog. For some reason it jumps down to vision accessibility at the bottom, so I'm going to jump to the top with VL Globe left. All controls selected. Battery, Connectivity, Desktop and Finder, Display and Brightness, etc. Suggestions will depend on what macOS thinks will be helpful based on how you use your Mac.VoiceOver: Scene or accessory toggle button. Actions available. Alarm…

The Broadband Bunch
Episode 473: Chris Sikora & Tony Thakur on GPC Fiber and Mission-Critical Connectivity

The Broadband Bunch

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2025 30:08


In this episode of The Broadband Bunch, host Pete Pizzutillo sits down with Chris Sikora, Chief Revenue Officer, and Tony Thakur, Chief Technology Officer at GPC Fiber, to explore their 165-mile, 400G-capable fiber build across Kentucky and what it means for mission-critical connectivity in the region. The conversation traces Chris and Tony's long careers in fiber, the evolution from Great Plains Communications to the GPC Fiber brand, and why Kentucky's Louisville–Lexington–Cincinnati–Indianapolis corridor is such a powerful hub for economic growth. The episode highlights how GPC approaches market selection, their focus on mission-critical connectivity for hospitals, hyperscalers, logistics companies, and small businesses, and how vertical integration—designing, building, and supporting their own network—creates a differentiated customer experience. Tony breaks down the network architecture behind their 400G backbone, the path to 800G and 1.6T, ring topology for resiliency, and how they think about backbone, middle mile, and last mile design to ensure scalability and low latency. Chris shares how transparency, geographic expertise, and frictionless collaboration have helped GPC win business with hyperscalers and support economic development in rural Kentucky—“not just lighting up fiber, but lighting up opportunity.” The episode wraps with a look ahead at how AI, security, and seamless customer experiences will shape GPC Fiber's next chapter in the Southeast.

Headline News
China-Laos Railway boosts regional tourism, trade connectivity

Headline News

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2025 4:45


The China-Laos Railway has handled over 62 million passenger trips and more than 72 million metric tons of cargo since its launch four years ago.

ESAIC Podcast on Anaesthesia and Intensive Care
EA25 Innovation Village Sessions: Fail to prepare; prepare to fail. How can we improve our preoperative pathways? (UPDATED)

ESAIC Podcast on Anaesthesia and Intensive Care

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2025 41:11


#Value-based HealthcareThe Innovation Village at Euroanaesthesia 2025 hosted a series of riveting discussions about the fast-evolving technologies and practices in the fields of Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care. Once again, it was a meeting space for healthcare professionals, Industry partners, and delegates to discuss this year's topics: Sustainability, AI & Connectivity, and Value-based Healthcare. You would not run a marathon without any training, would you?As Dr McKinlay explains, the same logic applies to the patient anticipating surgery. Hence, the importance of implementing preoperative pathways that aptly prepare, especially frailer, patients. Alongside, Dr Sonya McKinlay and Prof. Joana Berger-Estilita, Prof. Mark Coburn discusses the national differences and avenues for improvement in the design of preoperative care.Supported by Medtronic

Telecom Reseller
Software Mind: Telcos, AI, and the End of “Just Connectivity”, Podcast

Telecom Reseller

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2025


In this episode of Technology Reseller News' special series on Telco Days 2025, Doug Green speaks with Damian Mazurek, Chief Innovation Officer at Software Mind, about why the telecom industry is at a historic crossroads – and what it will take for telcos to move from commodity connectivity to AI-era value creators. Mazurek explains how rapid advances in AI, edge computing, LEO satellites and IoT are converging with generational change, especially Gen Z's preference for asynchronous, AI-enabled interactions. Traditional voice and human-to-human communication are giving way to data-driven, bot-mediated experiences. “The next generation will not even talk with us – their AI assistants will do it for them,” he notes, predicting a future where AI agents negotiate, schedule, buy, sell and resolve issues on behalf of human users. To avoid being trapped as low-margin bandwidth providers, Mazurek argues that telcos must evolve from telco to techco, building both an innovation culture and the cloud-native platforms needed to iterate at high speed. He outlines a three-layer framework for AI in the RAN – AI for the run, AI in the run and AI on the run – where AI improves network operations, monetizes unused capacity for AI workloads, and enables new services built on top of programmable, API-driven networks. Mazurek sees major opportunities in: Turning surplus network capacity and distributed edge infrastructure into an “AI grid” that hosts and accelerates AI workloads. Leveraging telco data and real-time APIs to power new services and revenue streams. Enabling sectors like agriculture, aquaculture and industrial automation with reliable connectivity, low latency and AI-ready infrastructure in previously hard-to-reach locations. Delivering proactive, AI-driven customer experiences that match Gen Z expectations for simplicity, personalization and immediacy. Ultimately, Mazurek believes telcos that embrace cloud-native transformation, programmable networks and AI-driven operations can do far more than survive the coming decade. “They can dominate the market and create new business value,” he says, by building the secure, trusted infrastructure that will underpin AI-to-AI communication at global scale. To learn more about Software Mind's telecom innovation initiatives and access resources from Telco Days, visit https://softwaremind.com/.

Irish Tech News Audio Articles
Fans at South Africa rugby match Top Data Usage - Vodafone Ireland

Irish Tech News Audio Articles

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2025 3:57


Rugby fans and supporters at the recent South Africa versus Ireland game last weekend consumed over 2,000 GB of data, the equivalent of two million minutes of music streaming, according to Vodafone Ireland. The surge in data was driven by video recording, sharing and live streaming. Over 15,000 calls were made over the course of match-day - almost one third of the stadium made a phone call. During the Quilter Autumn Internationals, data usage at the stadium reflected strong engagement with fans attending the Japan game consuming almost 1,740 GB and Australia 1,771 GB. The fans at the South Africa game came in with the highest usage. Connectivity demand extended beyond rugby. At this summer's concerts featuring Lana Del Rey and Dua Lipa, attendees consumed 5,137 GB of data across two nights. On the Lana Del Rey night alone, usage reached 2,633 GB, roughly the equivalent of ten years of nonstop podcast listening. Vodafone Ireland invests over €100 million annually in network improvements across Ireland, including upgrades at the Aviva Stadium which focus on delivering uninterrupted mobile and 5G coverage. To meet growing demand, Vodafone Ireland has also implemented network enhancements at Aviva Stadium as part of its nationwide investment program. These include: Deploying 5G capacity and spectrum utilisation in busy sectors. Optimising radios and backhaul for peak-hour demand. Continuous monitoring to adjust parameters during live events. Commenting on the figures, Sheila Kavanagh, Director of Vodafone Networks Ireland, said: "The data and voice activity we've seen at the Aviva Stadium this year shows just how essential reliable connectivity is for sports fans and music lovers. Over the course of the South Africa match-day alone, over 15,000 calls were made alongside significant data usage. Our ongoing investment, including 5G upgrades in the Aviva and throughout the country, ensures we can meet this demand and keep people connected during the biggest and most memorable moments." Investment also supported major summer festivals and cultural gatherings across Ireland. Temporary network sites and spectrum optimisation were deployed at events such as Flavours of Fingal, Bord Bia Bloom, Kaleidoscope, All Together Now and Electric Picnic where attendees relied heavily on navigation, social media, and streaming apps. Across these events, Vodafone Ireland managed over 220 TB of data, the equivalent of streaming 73 million songs! As sponsor of Irish Rugby, Vodafone marked the autumn series with a creative activation in Dublin city centre. A mural by artist KinMx on Chatham Row, developed in partnership with Carat, The Collectiv and Rockshot, celebrated the sport and its supporters. See more stories here. More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: https://anchor.fm/irish-tech-news If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out more about how we can help you reach our audience. You can also find and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat.

The Brain Podcast
Neurotransmitter-informed connectivity maps and predicting stroke functional outcome

The Brain Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2025 22:11


Welcome to the 32th episode of The Brain Podcast - the official podcast of the journals Brain and Brain Communications.  This episode features a discussion with first author Dr Philipp J Koch of the Brain article entitled: Neurotransmitter-informed connectivity maps and their application for outcome inference after stroke We discuss a fascinating method to map neurotransmitter-informed brain network maps. From here, the authors examine two separate stroke cohorts and examine the degree of lesion-related disruption of these neurotransmitter connectomes. Of note, disproportionately high damage to dopamine-transporter–weighted networks consistently predicted worse functional recovery. This may lead to exciting therapeutic avenues.  Check out the full article on the Brain website as part of the November 2025 issue: https://doi.org/10.1093/brain/awaf185 This episode was co-hosted, edited and produced by Michael and Adam Handel, co-produced by Xin You Tai and Antonia Johnston, original music by Ammar Al-Chalabi.

IoT For All Podcast
What is Hybrid Connectivity for IoT? | Monogoto's Maor Efrati | Internet of Things Podcast

IoT For All Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2025 18:45


In this episode of the IoT For All Podcast, Maor Efrati, co-founder and CTO of Monogoto, joins Ryan Chacon to discuss hybrid connectivity in IoT. The conversation covers why hybrid connectivity matters, the evolving landscape of IoT connectivity, the importance of edge AI and LPWAN, the critical role of built-in security in IoT solutions, the need for market education to dispel misconceptions about IoT connectivity, the impact of SIM virtualization on device management, hybrid connectivity with GEO and LEO satellies, and the future of hybrid connectivity.Maor Efrati is the CTO and co-founder of Monogoto. With 25+ years of experience in cellular networks and internet platforms, Efrati has built an API-driven cellular infrastructure for enterprises, running IoT connectivity, private CBRS, and 5G use cases with an as-a-service approach. He has a deep technical knowledge of the entire cellular space including mobile and fixed operator networks, IT, billing architecture, and mobile application development.Monogoto is a self-service global software-defined connectivity cloud platform. Its API-driven Connectivity-as-a-Service enables secure IoT connectivity and Private 5G/LTE networks, with seamless interoperability between public and private and NTN Satellite infrastructure with optional value-added services ranging from AI-based anomaly detection to deep packet inspection and third party cloud integration.Discover more about IoT at https://www.iotforall.comFind IoT solutions: https://marketplace.iotforall.comMore about Monogoto: https://monogoto.ioConnect with Maor: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maor-e-923b0615a/Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/2NlcEwmJoin Our Newsletter: https://newsletter.iotforall.comFollow Us on Social: https://linktr.ee/iot4all

Workplace Innovator Podcast | Enhancing Your Employee Experience | Facility Management | CRE | Digital Workplace Technology
Ep. 379: "Connectivity and Interoperability" – The Power of Technology Integrations in the Future Workplace with Dominique Burgauer of Archilogic

Workplace Innovator Podcast | Enhancing Your Employee Experience | Facility Management | CRE | Digital Workplace Technology

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2025 18:12


Dominique Burgauer is CEO at Archilogic where he is passionate about mapping the world's interiors to make them more useful with an integrated suite of products that allows you to build apps, websites, and experiences. Mike Petrusky asks Dom about why he believes that connectivity and interoperability in systems are essential for accelerating decision-making in the workplace. They discuss AI, worktech tools and the importance of capturing the right data to deliver on desired business outcomes. Breaking down silos and fostering collaboration across departments is paramount for CRE and facility management leaders hoping to bring frictionless experiences to their teams while creating a more productive built environment. Dom says that the best workplace technologies are those that are seamless and unnoticeable, so he and Mike share some practical advice as they encourage you to be a Workplace Innovator in your organization! Connect with Dom on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dominique-burgauer/ Learn more about Archilogic: https://www.archilogic.com/ Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://eptura.com/discover-more/podcasts/workplace-innovator/ Learn more about Eptura™: https://eptura.com/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/

Hacker Public Radio
HPR4517: Cheap Yellow Display Project Part 4: The hardware

Hacker Public Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2025


This show has been flagged as Clean by the host. Hello, again. This is Trey. Welcome to part 4 in my Cheap Yellow Display (CYD) Project series. If you have hung in there with me so far on this journey, thank you. If you have missed earlier episodes, you can find them on my HPR profile page https://www.hackerpublicradio.org/correspondents/0394.html If you have questions, comments, concerns, or other feedback, please leave an episode comment, or drop me an email (Using the address in my profile). Even better, you could record and upload your own show which shares your viewpoint or expertise. To review, I finally have an actual project to build using the CYD. It is a portable, programmable morse code "Keyer memory" which can be connected to any of my HF transceiver radios by simply plugging it in to the code key input port. Then I could transmit stored messages by simply touching their specific icon on the touch screen. So, now I purchased a pair of CYDs. Each arrived in an anti-static zipper bag with a USB C cable, a 6 inch long 4 pin PB1.25mm to Dupont 2.54mm cable harness, a plastic case holding the CYD itself and a small plastic stylus. There are pictures in the show notes. Depending on how many IO connections I may need, and how I plan to power this, I am probably going to need more 4 pin PB1.25mm wired connectors. You can see a description of the various features and connectors on RandomNerdTutorials writeup about this board ( https://randomnerdtutorials.com/cheap-yellow-display-esp32-2432s028r/ ). The only difference I can see between this description and what I received is that mine have both a MicroUSB and USB C port. Of course, first thing, I had to plug it in and see what happens. It appears to be running some kind of simulation of a web site. The backlit display looks alright. It is not super high resolution, but for the price, it will suite my needs. The touch screen is responsive, but it is pressure sensitive and works best using the provided stylus or a fingernail and not your finger tip. So, I have the CYD. What other hardware do I need? I need to address how one of these will actually connect to my radios. Modern amateur radio transceivers which support continuous wave (CW) transmission (Which is another name for Morse code) generally can use one of two different pieces of hardware for input. The first is what we call a straight key. Below is a photo of the one I own. This is a classic, old fashioned telegraph style code key. It is designed to quickly and easily be pressed down to close a circuit and when released the circuit is opened, effectively making it a normally open push button switch. To send a dot, the operator holds down the key for a short period of time, then releases it. To send a dash, the operator holds down the key for a longer period of time, before releasing it. (We will discuss actual timing specifications for morse code in a future podcast) Connectivity for the switch has been standardized to use a 3.5 mm mono male phone connector which has only sleeve and tip connections. The second option is a paddle style electronic keyer. There are many styles of these, and I am including a picture of the one I use, which once belonged to a close friend of mine who is now silent key. In general, the paddle is two separate normally open switches. In the most common configuration, if an operator presses and releases the paddle on the right, a dash is sent. If the paddle on the right is held, a continuous series of dashes will be sent until that paddle is released. The left paddle works similarly. If it is pressed and released, a single dot is sent. If it is pressed and held, a series of dots is sent until it is released. The function of these paddles can be swapped from left to right using the radio configuration. There is additional functionality which can be configured in some radios for when both paddles are pressed simultaneously, but I am not going to describe those here. The paddle generally uses a 3.5mm stereo male phone connector with the sleeve being common. The tip of the phone connector is wired to the left paddle and ring of the connector is wired to the right paddle. Most modern radios have a built in keyer which can be configured for a paddle and will automatically transmit the dots or dashes at whichever speed is configured based on the paddle pressed. You can see this phone connector illustrated on Wikipedia's phone connector page. . https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phone_connector_(audio ) You can learn more about all the various devices which can be used for sending morse and how they function at Morse Code World . https://morsecode.world/keys.html Ideally, controlling all the morse code timing within the CYD would be best. That way, it could be connected as a straight key and any keyer settings already configured within the radio shouldn't matter. However, If I wish to also be able to manually send morse code myself using my paddles, without disconnecting the CYD and reconfiguring the radio, that could be problematic. I may need to factor in the possibility of connecting my paddle to the CYD and then building in code to respond to inputs from the paddles. As I mentioned in a previous episode, I have an Arduino Nano on my desk as a practice oscillator for my paddles. I may be able to reuse some of that code on the CYD. So, if I want the CYD to appear to the radio like a straight key, I will need it to be able to control a switch quickly and accurately. But I also want the CYD and the radio to be electrically isolated from each other. This calls for a relay. I was able to find and order some inexpensive relay modules which work nicely with Arduino and ESP32. These allow connectivity to 5v power and to one of the CYD's GPIO pins. These feed an optocoupler circuit, which, in-turn, drives the coil of the relay. This provides inductive kickback protection to the CYD and can drive a coil which would require more current than the GPIO can provide. Inductive kickback rabbit trail: An inductor is simply a coil of wire. Direct current flowing through any wire generates a magnetic field. Within the inductor, because the wire is coiled, the magnetic field builds from each pass of the wire in the coil. If you include an iron core, it sustains the magnetic field even better. This is the basis for an electro magnet. A relay is simply a momentary contact switch controlled by an electromagnet. One unique property of an inductor is that, current wants to keep flowing in the direction it was applied. To be specific, when the current source is removed, the magnetic field still exists for a while, and it effectively "generates" an electric current within the coil, in the same direction as the one which initially created the magnetic field to begin with. If it has a path to flow, this current will create another weaker magnetic field, which creates its own electric current, in a diminishing loop. If the circuit which drives the coil of a direct current relay is not ready for this continued push of current, damage can be done. Many times this is countered by wiring a "flyback diode" in parallel with the coil and in the opposite direction in which current will be applied. This way, when the current source is stopped, the diode gives a path for the inductive kickback current to safely flow while the magnetic field dissipates. Explained in greater detail at https://inductive-kickback.com/2019/04/inductive-kickback-made-simple-to-grasp-easy-to-handle/ The switch side of the relay is a single pole double throw (SPDT) and makes connections available for common, normally closed (NC), and normally open (NO). It will be easy to connect the common and NO connections to a 3.5mm mono male connector so that it may be plugged into the "key" port on any radio transmitter. I will need to do some testing on the speed of the relay, but I think it will work just fine. Once I start writing some code for the CYD, I will be able to connect and test the relay. Well, this is a good place to end this episode, and it is one of the longest in this series so far. In the next episode, we will begin to look at how we design the user interface for our program, something I do not know anything about (yet). Stay tuned weekdays for additional exciting episodes of Hacker Public Radio, and, at some point, the next episode in this series. If you like what you have heard, please leave an episode comment, or drop me an email (Using the address in my profile). If you have more than a single sentence to contribute on the subject, I encourage you to record an episode with your thoughts and expertise. If you dislike what you have heard, you are encouraged even more strongly to record and upload your own show which shares your viewpoint or opinion. Until next time. Provide feedback on this episode.

EM360 Podcast
Why Do Most ‘Full-Stack Observability' Tools Miss the Network?

EM360 Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2025 24:06


Tech leaders are often led to believe that they have “full-stack observability.” The MELT framework—metrics, events, logs, and traces—became the industry standard for visibility. However, Robert Cowart, CEO and Co-Founder of ElastiFlow, believes that this MELT framework leaves a critical gap. In the latest episode of the Tech Transformed podcast, host Dana Gardner, President and Principal Analyst at Interabor Solutions, sits down with Cowart to discuss network observability and its vitality in achieving full-stack observability.The speakers discuss the limitations of legacy observability tools that focus on MELT and how this leaves a significant and dangerous blind spot. Cowart emphasises the need for teams to integrate network data enriched with application context to enhance troubleshooting and security measures. What's Beyond MELT?Cowart explains that when it comes to the MELT framework, meaning “metrics, events, logs, and traces, think about the things that are being monitored or observed with that information. This is alluded to servers and applications.“Organisations need to understand their compute infrastructure and the applications they are running on. All of those servers are connected to networks, and those applications communicate over the networks, and users consume those services again over the network,” he added.“What we see among our growing customer base is that there's a real gap in the full-stack story that has been told in the market for the last 10 years, and that is the network.”The lack of insights results in a constant blind spot that delays problem-solving, hides user-experience issues, and leaves organizations vulnerable to security threats. Cowart notes that while performance monitoring tools can identify when an application call to a database is slow, they often don't explain why.“Was the database slow, or was the network path between them rerouted and causing delays?” he questions. “If you don't see the network, you can't find the root cause.”The outcome is longer troubleshooting cycles, isolated operations teams, and an expensive “blame game” among DevOps, NetOps, and SecOps.Elastiflow's approaches it differently. They focus on observability to network connectivity—understanding who is communicating with whom and how that communication behaves. This data not only speeds up performance insights but also acts as a “motion detector” within the organization. Monitoring east-west, north-south, and cloud VPC flow logs helps organizations spot unusual patterns that indicate internal threats or compromised systems used for launching external attacks.“Security teams are often good at defending the perimeter,” Cowart says. “But once something gets inside, visibility fades. Connectivity data fills that gap.”Isolated Monitoring to Unified Experience Cowart believes that observability can't just be about green lights...

Telecom Reseller
Collaboration and Connectivity: TELCLOUD and Smartel Redefine Telecom Partnerships, POTS and Shots Podcast Series

Telecom Reseller

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2025


“Nobody can be an expert in everything — so you surround yourself with the right partners,” says Chris Young, CEO of Smartel. “That's how you deliver real value, reduce costs, and earn long-term trust.” In this latest episode of the TELCLOUD POTS and Shots Podcast Series, Doug Green, Publisher of Technology Reseller News, is joined by Jake Jacoby, CEO of TELCLOUD, and special guest Chris Young, CEO of Smartel, for a compelling look at how collaboration, data-driven decision-making, and unified connectivity strategies are transforming the POTS replacement landscape. Young introduces Smartel as a 23-year veteran in mobile solutions and wireless expense management, known for simplifying large, complex wireless ecosystems. Their approach centers on centralized management, data ingestion tools, standardized policies, and a responsive customer service model, all aimed at lowering costs and streamlining operations for enterprises nationwide. Jacoby explains why Smartel is an ideal partner for TELCLOUD's POTS replacement vision. As organizations confront escalating copper costs, service shutdowns, and outdated infrastructure, Smartel's audits often reveal both unused POTS lines and mission-critical lines at risk. By pairing Smartel's visibility with TELCLOUD's life-safety-grade replacement platform, the two companies deliver cost savings, continuity, and a long-term service model built to last decades. The discussion widens to the larger industry transformation. With the copper sunset accelerating and AI reshaping telecom workflows, both executives describe POTS replacement as a gateway opportunity — the immediate need that opens the door to broader conversations about edge connectivity, SD-WAN, IoT, backup strategy, and comprehensive modernization. As Young notes, “POTS is our biggest door-opener right now — everyone needs it, and it leads to deeper relationships almost every time.” Jacoby adds that while POTS is hot today, the service is required for the next 20 years, creating dependable recurring revenue for partners who can guide customers through the transition. Both stress that customers ultimately want simplicity, reliability, and cost control — and partnerships like TELCLOUD + Smartel are built to deliver exactly that. And true to the Shots tradition, the episode closes with a tasting of Don Julio Ceniza, an exceptionally rare Extra Añejo aged in charred oak barrels. Smooth, smoky, and difficult to find, Jacoby describes it as one of his personal favorites — and surprises both Doug and Chris by sending each of them a bottle to enjoy off-camera. The perfect pairing for a discussion about premium craftsmanship and long-term value. The POTS and Shots series continues to blend industry insight with cultural storytelling, helping MSPs and partners navigate the telecom transition while taking a tour of the world's greatest tequilas. For more information, visit telcloud.com or call 844-900-2270. Learn more about Smartel at www.smartelinc.com.

Staying Connected
How Hyperscalers Are Rewiring Global Connectivity

Staying Connected

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2025 9:27


Hyperscalers like AWS, Microsoft, Google and Meta continue to make significant infrastructure investments in ultra-high capacity subsea cables.  This new generation of connectivity provides a compelling alternative to telco-provided circuits with the added potential benefit of direct integration with enterprise-grade cloud computing, edge and connectivity services.  In this 9-minute podcast, Deb Boehling joins Tony Mangino to discuss the opportunities and risks  for enterprise customers and why hyperscalers should be considered in your network technology and sourcing roadmaps. If you would like to learn more about our experience in this space, please visit our and Information Technology Advisory Services and Technology Consulting & Strategy Development Services webpages.

Toward The Games
The winner is … connectivity

Toward The Games

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2025 50:48 Transcription Available


The biggest legacy benefit for Brisbane could be world-leading connectivity. NBN Co chief operating officer John Parkin joins to explain why.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stephan Livera Podcast
Bitcoin Spam: A Libre Relay View with Proof of Cash | SLP703

Stephan Livera Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2025 148:48


Stephan Livera and Kevin Cai dive into the Bitcoin spam debate, breaking down the different camps in the community, the line between consensus and policy, and how transaction filters, dust limits, and Libre Relay affect the network. They explore mining economics, fee dynamics, and the subjective nature of what people call spam.Kevin also discusses UTXO consolidation, decentralization, and how BRC-20 activity impacts the fee market. He explains the cultural differences behind spam opinions and the broader implications for Bitcoin's ecosystem.The conversation covers the challenges of Bitcoin development, including concerns around temporary fixes like RDTS, and why programmability matters for Bitcoin's future utility.Takeaways:

Analytic Dreamz: Notorious Mass Effect
"VALVE REVEALS STEAM MACHINE, VR HEADSET, AND CONTROLLER, SET TO LAUNCH EARLY 2026"

Analytic Dreamz: Notorious Mass Effect

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2025 23:14


Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠Join The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: ⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠Analytic Dreamz delivers a detailed, concise analysis of Valve's November 2025 Steam Machine reveal, alongside the Steam Controller and Steam Frame VR headset, all launching early 2026. Steam Machine Specs: Compact 6-inch cube (2.6kg), AMD Zen 4 6-core/12-thread CPU (up to 4.8GHz, 30W TDP), RDNA3 GPU (28 CUs, 2.45GHz, 110W TDP, 8GB GDDR6), 16GB DDR5 RAM, 512GB/2TB NVMe SSD + microSD. Delivers 6x Steam Deck power for 4K/60FPS gaming with FSR; handles Cyberpunk 2077 medium settings. SteamOS 3 optimized for couch play, full Steam library, Proton Windows support, desktop mode. Connectivity: 2x USB-A 3.2, USB-C, DP 1.4 (4K@240Hz), HDMI 2.0 (4K@120Hz, HDR/FreeSync), Wi-Fi 6E, Ethernet, internal PSU.Steam Controller: Deck-inspired with TMR joysticks, dual trackpads, gyro, 36-hour battery, customizable profiles; compatible across Steam devices. Steam Frame: Streaming VR (2160x2160/eye, 110° FOV), capacitive controllers, Wi-Fi 6, full Steam integration. Valve challenges consoles with PC flexibility at estimated $449-$599. Analytic Dreamz breaks down performance, features, and 2026 impact. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The IT Pro Podcast
Classic episode: Can better connectivity boost rural business?

The IT Pro Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2025 38:17


This episode was first published on 10 January 2025.Anyone who works outside of a major city, or has ever tried to get work done while on a trip to a more rural location, knows that rural connectivity can be patchy. Despite the UK's high population density and relative lack of difficult terrain, rural connectivity remains an uneven picture. Many rural businesses are still struggling to receive fiber optic cables, let alone leverage 5G signals to keep up with the demands of modern business.Is UK connectivity improving? And how far have we still got to go?In this episode, Jane and Rory speak to David Happy, non-executive director at JET Connectivity and non-executive chairman for transport at Wales Fiber, and Colin Wood, innovation lead at Dorset Council, to better understand the state of rural connectivity in the UK.Read more:UK rural businesses set for broadband improvementsInvest 2035: the UK's modern industrial strategyUK gov has ramped up broadband roll-outs to tackle 'hard-to-reach' areas in 2023BT and OneWeb succeed in "game changer" satellite connection trialThe battle for space broadband dominance is hotting upUK government to run Starlink trials in Snowdonia, Lake District

Sustainability In The Air
How Microsoft built the corporate playbook for scope 3 decarbonisation

Sustainability In The Air

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 40:49


In this episode, we speak with Julia Fidler, former Director of Market Development for Energy, Connectivity, and Sustainability at Microsoft, who shares how the company built partnerships that are reshaping corporate approaches to scope 3 emissions.Fidler discusses:How Microsoft's early carbon fee on scope 1, 2, and 3.6 emissions created the foundation for treating business travel not just as a measurable category, but as a gateway to solving fuel emissions.How Microsoft's Sustainability Grant Program supported early exploration of emerging SAF markets through seed funding for consulting guidance and partnerships, creating a model for corporate innovation in hard-to-abate sectors.Why Microsoft chose to support the most expensive SAF pathway (e-fuels/power-to-liquids) and how the concept of “green premium” enabled a three-way collaboration between Microsoft, Alaska Airlines, and Twelve.How the partnership with IAG and the Chooose removed barriers for hundreds of Microsoft suppliers to purchase SAF for the first time.Why Microsoft's approach balanced carbon removal procurement with SAF investment alongside demand management, treating these not as competing priorities but as complementary strategies.Fiddler also shares her journey from corporate travel management to leading industry-defining collaborations with airlines and SAF producers, and discusses how she'll now be scaling these lessons globally through her new role at the RSB.If you LOVED this episode, you'll also love the conversation we had with Etosha Cave, Co-founder & Chief Science Officer of Twelve, who shares how the carbon transformation company harnesses CO2 from industrial waste streams to produce e-fuels. Check it out here. Learn more about the innovators who are navigating the industry's challenges to make sustainable aviation a reality, in our new book ‘Sustainability in the Air: Volume 2'. Click here to learn more.Feel free to reach out via email to podcast@simpliflying.com. For more content on sustainable aviation, visit our website green.simpliflying.com and join the movement. It's about time.Links & More:Microsoft Sustainability Alaska Airlines teams with Microsoft to aid development of Twelve's E-Jet power-to-liquid fuel - GreenAir News How Microsoft is using an internal carbon fee to reach its carbon negative goal - Microsoft Industry Blogs  Microsoft signs sustainable aviation fuel purchase deal with IAG to tackle Scope 3 emissions - ESG Today Why Twelve believes power-to-liquids will revolutionise sustainable aviation fuel production - SimpliFlying 

ASSEMBLY Audible
How 5G Connectivity Is Revolutionizing Manufacturing

ASSEMBLY Audible

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 26:50


Next-generation connectivity is emerging as a powerful solution to meet sustainability goals and enhance operational efficiency. In this episode of ASSEMBLY Audible, we speak with Michael Weller, Global Practice Leader in Manufacturing, Energy, and Utilities at Verizon Business. Did you know, for every million linear feet of copper cabling, manufacturers require significant amounts of energy-intensive infrastructure, often dozens of control closets throughout large facilities. By eliminating this copper-based network design, 5G enables a leaner approach to connectivity. One 5G antenna can replace three to ten Wi-Fi access points, dramatically simplifying plant infrastructure and reducing overall power consumption. Weller shares how private networks are helping manufacturers implement measurable environmental and performance benefits by modernizing network architecture.Sponsored By:

Peggy Smedley Show
Fragmented No More: Smart Buildings of Tomorrow

Peggy Smedley Show

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2025 14:50


Peggy Smedley and Sam Barker, VP of global telecom market research, Juniper Research, talk about what is driving the surge in global smart building platforms. He says this is driven by many factors including the energy crisis and the ability to monitor and have greater visibility of the energy we are using. They also discuss: · If interoperability is still a barrier and if anything is changing here. · Connectivity and how the market has become saturated. · The IoT (Internet of Things) and AI (artificial intelligence) and how each comes into play in smart buildings. https://www.juniperresearch.com/

IoT For All Podcast
Industrial IoT and Connectivity | Simply Embedded's Chris Karaplis | Internet of Things Podcast

IoT For All Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2025 19:42


In this episode of the IoT For All Podcast, Chris Karaplis, founder and CEO of Simply Embedded, joins Ryan Chacon to discuss industrial IoT and connectivity. The conversation covers how IoT has changed, going from wired to wireless systems, the importance of bidirectional communication in fleet management, the barriers to IoT adoption, the long-term ROI of IoT solutions, and the future of industrial IoT.Chris Karaplis is the founder and CEO of Simply Embedded, an innovative consultancy specializing in IoT enablement for industrial applications. With over 14 years of experience in embedded systems and engineering, Chris has been at the forefront of developing cutting-edge solutions that empower businesses to harness IoT technologies in challenging environments.From smart buildings to infrastructure monitoring, Simply Embedded leverages its expertise in remote diagnostics, sensing, and tracking to help clients globally optimize operations and gather critical insights from even the most challenging locations. Whether integrating satellite communications for asset tracking or implementing advanced embedded systems, Simply Embedded offers tailor-made solutions for businesses looking to harness the power of IoT.Discover more about industrial IoT at https://www.iotforall.comFind IoT solutions: https://marketplace.iotforall.comMore about Simply Embedded: https://www.simplyembedded.caConnect with Jonas: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chriskaraplis/Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/2NlcEwmJoin Our Newsletter: https://newsletter.iotforall.comFollow Us on Social: https://linktr.ee/iot4all

Institute for Government
IfG DevoLab #3: How devolution can improve transport connectivity

Institute for Government

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2025 92:53


The IfG DevoLab is a new initiative from the Institute for Government dedicated to exploring the innovations enabled by devolution, learning from the results, and sharing the lessons so that places can take better decisions about how to use devolved powers and budgets. On 6 November, the IfG hosted its third IfG DevoLab event in Leeds, at which speakers from three regions set out how the powers and profile of mayors are being used to improve transport connectivity within and between their regions. The three case studies presented at IfG DevoLab #3 were: ‘Improving transport connectivity in West Yorkshire', by Councillor Susan Hinchcliffe, Leader of Bradford City Council and Chair of the West Yorkshire Transport Committee ‘Connecting Liverpool City Region through Merseyrail', by Huw Jenkins, Lead Officer - Transport Policy at Liverpool City Region Combined Authority ‘Mayoral partnerships with Great British Railways' by Richard Crabtree, Head of Mayoral Partnerships at Shadow Great British Railways The three speakers were joined by Tom Bridges, UK Government Business Leader at Arup, for a broader discussion of how devolution can improve transport connectivity, how the government can support innovation and learning, and whether there is a case for further devolution in this area. This event was chaired by Jill Rutter, Senior Fellow at the Institute for Government. Insights from this discussion will inform a published policy briefing containing the three case studies and a synthesis of key lessons. We would like to thank Arup for kindly supporting this event. We are also grateful to our strategic partner L&G for its wider support of the IfG DevoLab series.

Badly Needed & Long Overdue
#28: The Great Outdoors with Blackpackers' Patricia Cameron

Badly Needed & Long Overdue

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2025 94:34


Blackpackers founder and executive director Patricia Cameron hikes into Studio 809 in this episode of BNLO! We talk about hiking, being outdoors, the value of BEING outdoors and recreation vs. adventure. We also tackle how Mayor Yemi is doing, local politics and what protest looks like in these modern times. BNLO approves of her stance on the Confederate flag.Follow BNLO on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok!0:00 Splash/Sponsor/Intro0:31 Greetings and Monologue3:19 Ad Break4:14 Introducing Patricia Cameron5:29 As a Young Adult…7:51 Doing Stuff Because It's Hard11:11 Colorado Springs v. The World: Multimodal Edition16:42 The Outdoors as Home24:27 Colorado Springs as a Food/Transit Desert26:08 Local Journalism and a Flag Burning33:02 Connectivity and Bikes41:19 Direct Advocacy48:00 The Mayor Yemi Report Card51:44 Local Politics56:29 Outdoor Recreation v. Adventure1:04:31 The Facts, The What and The Why of Blackpackers1:14:08 Changing One's Mind in a Big Way1:21:04 How To Make Your Protest Count1:23:46 What is Law Anyway? 1:28:38 Interview Closeout1:32:35 Outro/Credits

New Books Network
Christopher Ali, "Farm Fresh Broadband: The Politics of Rural Connectivity" (MIT, 2021)

New Books Network

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2025 52:04


As much of daily life migrates online, broadband—high-speed internet connectivity—has become a necessity. The widespread lack of broadband in rural America has created a stark urban–rural digital divide. In Farm Fresh Broadband: The Politics of Rural Connectivity (MIT Press, 2021), Dr. Christopher Ali analyzes the promise and the failure of national rural broadband policy in the United States and proposes a new national broadband plan. He examines how broadband policies are enacted and implemented, explores business models for broadband providers, surveys the technologies of rural broadband, and offers case studies of broadband use in the rural Midwest. Ali argues that rural broadband policy is both broken and incomplete: broken because it lacks coordinated federal leadership and incomplete because it fails to recognize the important roles of communities, cooperatives, and local providers in broadband access. For example, existing policies favor large telecommunication companies, crowding out smaller, nimbler providers. Lack of competition drives prices up—rural broadband can cost 37 percent more than urban broadband. The federal government subsidizes rural broadband by approximately $6 billion. Where does the money go? Ali proposes democratizing policy architecture for rural broadband, modeling it after the wiring of rural America for electricity and telephony. Subsidies should be equalized, not just going to big companies. The result would be a multi-stakeholder system, guided by thoughtful public policy and funded by public and private support. Dr. Christopher Ali is Associate Professor in the Department of Media Studies at the University of Virginia and is also the author of Media Localism: The Policies of Place. He is a Knight News Innovation Fellow with the Tow Center for Digital Journalism at Columbia University and former Fellow with the Benton Institute for Broadband & Society. Michael O. Johnston, Ph.D. is Assistant Professor of Sociology at William Penn University. His most recent research, “The Queen and Her Royal Court: A Content Analysis of Doing Gender at a Tulip Queen Pageant,” was published in Gender Issues Journal. He researches culture, social identity, placemaking, and media representations of social life at festivals and celebrations. He is currently working on a book titled Community Media Representations of Place and Identity at Tug Fest: Reconstructing the Mississippi River. You can learn more about Dr. Johnston on his website, Google Scholar, on Twitter @ProfessorJohnst, or by email at johnstonmo@wmpenn.edu. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

New Books in Environmental Studies
Christopher Ali, "Farm Fresh Broadband: The Politics of Rural Connectivity" (MIT, 2021)

New Books in Environmental Studies

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2025 52:04


As much of daily life migrates online, broadband—high-speed internet connectivity—has become a necessity. The widespread lack of broadband in rural America has created a stark urban–rural digital divide. In Farm Fresh Broadband: The Politics of Rural Connectivity (MIT Press, 2021), Dr. Christopher Ali analyzes the promise and the failure of national rural broadband policy in the United States and proposes a new national broadband plan. He examines how broadband policies are enacted and implemented, explores business models for broadband providers, surveys the technologies of rural broadband, and offers case studies of broadband use in the rural Midwest. Ali argues that rural broadband policy is both broken and incomplete: broken because it lacks coordinated federal leadership and incomplete because it fails to recognize the important roles of communities, cooperatives, and local providers in broadband access. For example, existing policies favor large telecommunication companies, crowding out smaller, nimbler providers. Lack of competition drives prices up—rural broadband can cost 37 percent more than urban broadband. The federal government subsidizes rural broadband by approximately $6 billion. Where does the money go? Ali proposes democratizing policy architecture for rural broadband, modeling it after the wiring of rural America for electricity and telephony. Subsidies should be equalized, not just going to big companies. The result would be a multi-stakeholder system, guided by thoughtful public policy and funded by public and private support. Dr. Christopher Ali is Associate Professor in the Department of Media Studies at the University of Virginia and is also the author of Media Localism: The Policies of Place. He is a Knight News Innovation Fellow with the Tow Center for Digital Journalism at Columbia University and former Fellow with the Benton Institute for Broadband & Society. Michael O. Johnston, Ph.D. is Assistant Professor of Sociology at William Penn University. His most recent research, “The Queen and Her Royal Court: A Content Analysis of Doing Gender at a Tulip Queen Pageant,” was published in Gender Issues Journal. He researches culture, social identity, placemaking, and media representations of social life at festivals and celebrations. He is currently working on a book titled Community Media Representations of Place and Identity at Tug Fest: Reconstructing the Mississippi River. You can learn more about Dr. Johnston on his website, Google Scholar, on Twitter @ProfessorJohnst, or by email at johnstonmo@wmpenn.edu. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/environmental-studies

New Books in Public Policy
Christopher Ali, "Farm Fresh Broadband: The Politics of Rural Connectivity" (MIT, 2021)

New Books in Public Policy

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2025 52:04


As much of daily life migrates online, broadband—high-speed internet connectivity—has become a necessity. The widespread lack of broadband in rural America has created a stark urban–rural digital divide. In Farm Fresh Broadband: The Politics of Rural Connectivity (MIT Press, 2021), Dr. Christopher Ali analyzes the promise and the failure of national rural broadband policy in the United States and proposes a new national broadband plan. He examines how broadband policies are enacted and implemented, explores business models for broadband providers, surveys the technologies of rural broadband, and offers case studies of broadband use in the rural Midwest. Ali argues that rural broadband policy is both broken and incomplete: broken because it lacks coordinated federal leadership and incomplete because it fails to recognize the important roles of communities, cooperatives, and local providers in broadband access. For example, existing policies favor large telecommunication companies, crowding out smaller, nimbler providers. Lack of competition drives prices up—rural broadband can cost 37 percent more than urban broadband. The federal government subsidizes rural broadband by approximately $6 billion. Where does the money go? Ali proposes democratizing policy architecture for rural broadband, modeling it after the wiring of rural America for electricity and telephony. Subsidies should be equalized, not just going to big companies. The result would be a multi-stakeholder system, guided by thoughtful public policy and funded by public and private support. Dr. Christopher Ali is Associate Professor in the Department of Media Studies at the University of Virginia and is also the author of Media Localism: The Policies of Place. He is a Knight News Innovation Fellow with the Tow Center for Digital Journalism at Columbia University and former Fellow with the Benton Institute for Broadband & Society. Michael O. Johnston, Ph.D. is Assistant Professor of Sociology at William Penn University. His most recent research, “The Queen and Her Royal Court: A Content Analysis of Doing Gender at a Tulip Queen Pageant,” was published in Gender Issues Journal. He researches culture, social identity, placemaking, and media representations of social life at festivals and celebrations. He is currently working on a book titled Community Media Representations of Place and Identity at Tug Fest: Reconstructing the Mississippi River. You can learn more about Dr. Johnston on his website, Google Scholar, on Twitter @ProfessorJohnst, or by email at johnstonmo@wmpenn.edu. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/public-policy

New Books in Science, Technology, and Society
Christopher Ali, "Farm Fresh Broadband: The Politics of Rural Connectivity" (MIT, 2021)

New Books in Science, Technology, and Society

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2025 52:04


As much of daily life migrates online, broadband—high-speed internet connectivity—has become a necessity. The widespread lack of broadband in rural America has created a stark urban–rural digital divide. In Farm Fresh Broadband: The Politics of Rural Connectivity (MIT Press, 2021), Dr. Christopher Ali analyzes the promise and the failure of national rural broadband policy in the United States and proposes a new national broadband plan. He examines how broadband policies are enacted and implemented, explores business models for broadband providers, surveys the technologies of rural broadband, and offers case studies of broadband use in the rural Midwest. Ali argues that rural broadband policy is both broken and incomplete: broken because it lacks coordinated federal leadership and incomplete because it fails to recognize the important roles of communities, cooperatives, and local providers in broadband access. For example, existing policies favor large telecommunication companies, crowding out smaller, nimbler providers. Lack of competition drives prices up—rural broadband can cost 37 percent more than urban broadband. The federal government subsidizes rural broadband by approximately $6 billion. Where does the money go? Ali proposes democratizing policy architecture for rural broadband, modeling it after the wiring of rural America for electricity and telephony. Subsidies should be equalized, not just going to big companies. The result would be a multi-stakeholder system, guided by thoughtful public policy and funded by public and private support. Dr. Christopher Ali is Associate Professor in the Department of Media Studies at the University of Virginia and is also the author of Media Localism: The Policies of Place. He is a Knight News Innovation Fellow with the Tow Center for Digital Journalism at Columbia University and former Fellow with the Benton Institute for Broadband & Society. Michael O. Johnston, Ph.D. is Assistant Professor of Sociology at William Penn University. His most recent research, “The Queen and Her Royal Court: A Content Analysis of Doing Gender at a Tulip Queen Pageant,” was published in Gender Issues Journal. He researches culture, social identity, placemaking, and media representations of social life at festivals and celebrations. He is currently working on a book titled Community Media Representations of Place and Identity at Tug Fest: Reconstructing the Mississippi River. You can learn more about Dr. Johnston on his website, Google Scholar, on Twitter @ProfessorJohnst, or by email at johnstonmo@wmpenn.edu. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/science-technology-and-society

RBN Energy Blogcast
Full Speed Ahead – Plains Expands Wellhead-to-Water Connectivity by Securing 100% of EPIC Crude

RBN Energy Blogcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2025 10:49


Out of the blue, Plains All American has scooped up 100% of the EPIC Crude Pipeline. Plains had previously announced an agreement to buy a 55% stake in the Permian-to-Corpus-Christi pipeline from Diamondback Energy and Kinetik Holdings, and on November 5, it said it had closed on a deal to buy the other 45% from Ares Management. In today's RBN blog, we'll discuss what the acquisition means for Plains, as well as a possible expansion of EPIC and the planned rebranding of the pipe.

The Crypto Conversation
Uplink - Decentralized Connectivity

The Crypto Conversation

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2025 21:10


Why you should listen Uplink is building a decentralized network that connects people, devices, and businesses through shared internet infrastructure. It allows individuals and organizations to contribute their existing Wi-Fi routers and other connectivity devices to a global network, turning unused bandwidth into an asset. Participants can earn rewards for providing connectivity or verifying that network nodes are operating correctly, creating a distributed and incentivized internet ecosystem rather than relying solely on centralized telecom providers. The Uplink system operates with several key roles. Consumers use the network to access connectivity, while providers share or deploy routers and other hardware to extend coverage. Verifiers check that network nodes are genuine and functioning as claimed, validators maintain the blockchain that underpins the network's operation, and holders stake the native token to help govern and secure the ecosystem. Together, these roles form a circular economy where connectivity, verification, and governance all reinforce each other. Uplink's goal is to scale beyond Wi-Fi into other communication technologies such as 5G and LoRaWAN, creating a fully decentralized connectivity layer for the modern internet. The company is hardware-agnostic and aims to integrate with millions of existing access points worldwide. Over time, Uplink plans to expand its network through user adoption, partnerships, and blockchain incentives, establishing an open, verifiable infrastructure where anyone can contribute to and benefit from global connectivity.   Supporting links Stabull Finance Uplink Andy on Twitter  Brave New Coin on Twitter Brave New Coin   If you enjoyed the show please subscribe to the Crypto Conversation and give us a 5-star rating and a positive review in whatever podcast app you are using.  

Headline News
APEC ministers call for openness, connectivity

Headline News

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2025 4:45


Ministers of Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation member economies have called for openness and connectivity amid economic headwinds. The call came during the APEC Ministerial Meeting in Gyeongju, South Korea.

The Fintech Blueprint
How WalletConnect Became the $400B Web3 Connectivity Layer, with CEO Jess Houlgrave

The Fintech Blueprint

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2025 41:44


In this episode, Lex speaks with Jess Houlgrave, CEO of WalletConnect. In this episode Jess explains how WalletConnect bridges wallets and decentralized applications (dApps), simplifying secure blockchain interactions for millions of users.Together, Lex and Jess discuss the platform's origins, technical innovations, and massive scale - supporting over 700 wallets and 70,000 projects. The conversation covers challenges in integrating traditional finance with Web3, regulatory compliance, and WalletConnect's decentralized, token-incentivized network. Jess also shares insights on the future of on-chain commerce, global adoption trends, and the evolving relationship between fintech and blockchain infrastructure.NOTABLE DISCUSSION POINTS:WalletConnect Becomes Web3's Financial Backbone: Once a simple UX fix, WalletConnect now connects 700+ wallets and 70,000+ apps, moving $400B annually. It's evolving into the universal connectivity layer for on-chain finance - a “Visa for Web3.”Fintechs Are Forcing Crypto to Grow Up: As players like Stripe and Shopify enter Web3, they demand frictionless UX and regulatory-grade compliance, not crypto-native clunkiness. This wave will make crypto invisible but usable through embedded fintech experiences.Stablecoins Will Power On-Chain Commerce and Dollarization: Jess predicts commerce, not trading, will drive the next cycle. As stablecoins become spendable everywhere, users won't need to off-ramp - accelerating global dollarization via open financial rails. TOPICSWalletConnect, ReOWN, Circle, Stripe, Checkout.com, MetaMask, Solana, blockchain, decentralized finance, DeFi, crypto, wallet, Web3, web2, UX, wallet infrastructure, stablecoins, tokens, token economy ABOUT THE FINTECH BLUEPRINT

Connect the Dots……with Windstream Wholesale
E04: Infrastructure Meets Intelligence: The AI Transformation in Connectivity

Connect the Dots……with Windstream Wholesale

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2025 22:29


In this episode of Trusted Connections, we are joined by Kevin Sheehan, Chief Technology Officer at Ciena. Kevin explains the evolution of AI, its current adoption stage, and its future implications. He highlights the increasing demand for bandwidth and energy due to AI, Ciena's role in providing high-bandwidth connectivity, and the challenges of space and power in data centers. The conversation also touches on the importance of partnerships, transparency, and flexibility in managing supply chain risks and large deals.

Throughline
The Internet Under the Sea

Throughline

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2025 50:47


What powers the global internet? The answer might surprise you: not satellites, but hundreds of thin cables that run along the ocean floor. They're an absolutely essential technology that's also incredibly fragile — so fragile that in the beginning, most people thought they couldn't possibly work. Today on the show: the story of a man who did think they could work… and the lengths he went to to try and connect the world.Guests:Bill Burns, former BBC broadcast engineer and founder of atlantic-cable.com Cyrus Field IV, great grandson of Cyrus FieldAllison Marsh, professor at the University of South Carolina and historian of technology Ben Roberts, strategic advisor on Subsea Cable Economics for Connectivity at UNICEF who has been building cable network in Africa for the past two decades.To access bonus episodes and listen to Throughline sponsor-free, subscribe to Throughline+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org/throughline.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy