Podcasts about Connectivity

In this episode, Craig Jeffery and Paul Galloway discuss treasury aggregators as part of the 2026 Analyst Report series. They cover what these platforms do, how they enable bank connectivity, payment processing, and visibility, and what makes them essential for organizations facing increased scale and complexity. 2026 Treasury Technology Analyst Report: https://strategictreasurer.com/analyst-report-2026

Are Irish SMEs Ready for AI? Insights from the Ground The conversation about AI and small business has moved on. It is no longer about whether Irish SMEs should pay attention, but about the level of AI adoption in Irish SMEs. Of course, many are already using these tools day to day. The more interesting question now is what is actually happening, and what is getting in the way. I spoke with four people who work directly with small businesses on digital adoption and AI: John O'Shanahan of Lean BPI, digital strategist and lecturer Aisling Hurley of TBF.ie, Eoin Costello of the Dargan Institute in Dun Laoghaire, and Sandra Reynolds, programme manager for digital supports at LEO Dublin City. AI Adoption, Most SMEs Are Using AI, But John O'Shanahan sees AI being used across many of the small businesses he works with. "People that are digital are generally using AI to some level. Most of them are using it to rewrite emails, rewrite documents and give me ideas." He compares it to how businesses use Excel. Most people use a fraction of what is possible, not because the tools are hard to access, but because the foundations underneath them are not ready. "To get advantage out of AI, you should really be putting your Digital in from the foundations. If you have good data in your business, you can use AI to analyse it. But if the data isn't structured, AI can't do anything with that." The Right Sequence Matters The order of things is important: understand your processes first, digitise properly, then bring AI in. Otherwise, as O'Shanahan puts it, you are digitising inefficiency. When businesses get the sequence right, the results can be significant. He points to "Profix, a Cork-based construction services firm, where careful digital improvement over a decade brought quotation turnaround from three days to ten hours, then to three hours. With their AI now integrated into the process, it takes around 1.5 hours with further reductions possible as their AI model is optimised." A quotation process that once consumed days of skilled staff time now runs in hours, freeing capacity that feeds directly back into the business. "Everyone agrees the best AI output is AI plus human. The human part needs to have domain knowledge." That point about domain knowledge is central to everything O'Shanahan says. Your expertise in your own field, he argues, will matter as much as your knowledge of the AI tool itself. The Strategic and Ethical Gaps Aisling Hurley works with rural SMEs and teaches digital strategy. She sees businesses picking up AI tools without thinking carefully about what they are taking on. "Leadership needs to set guardrails. AI is not just another productivity tool. It changes how value is created." Many firms are experimenting with Microsoft Copilot or ChatGPT without a clear approach to governance, data security or longer-term strategy. For Hurley, the ethics of AI adoption are not an afterthought. They are part of the conversation from the start. "There's a difference between attending an AI workshop and embedding AI strategically in a business." Rural SMEs Face Additional Pressures In rural areas, the challenge is compounded. Connectivity constraints, limited access to local expertise and thinner professional networks create barriers that urban businesses do not face to the same degree. Hurley also raises the question of digital sovereignty, and it is worth taking seriously. European businesses, including Irish SMEs, are increasingly dependent on AI tools and cloud platforms owned and operated in the United States. That dependency has a political dimension that is becoming harder to ignore. The current US administration has already shown it is willing to cut off digital services to individuals on political grounds. For businesses that have built workflows and operations around these platforms, the question of what happens if access is restricted or withdrawn is one that very few have thought through. Pace of Change Is Underestimated ...

Yarissa Matos-Soto, Founder of The Curioux, speaks with Humanitarian AI Today producer, Brent Phillips about the critical need to effectively assess artificial intelligence for outcomes and risks within the humanitarian sector. Drawing from her background as a biochemist, data specialist and startup founder, Yarissa explains how her organization, The Curioux, provides advisory services to help for-profit organizations structure their data strategy and pipelines to make data more actionable. Beyond her corporate work, she discusses her passion for environmental science, specifically her efforts to create open-source intelligence for biodiversity that aggregates hyper-local data. She also highlights her leadership role with the Association for Latin American Professionals (ALFA), where she works to formalize the local economy in Puerto Rico through networking and AI training initiatives. The conversation explores the practical realities of deploying technology in challenging environments, emphasizing the "hidden costs" of connectivity in places like Puerto Rico and Ukraine. Yarissa shares insights on how local professionals navigate rolling blackouts and infrastructure hurdles to maintain digital livelihoods. Looking toward the future, she envisions AI becoming an invisible operating layer in daily life and encourages humanitarian workers to view AI as a tool for augmentation rather than a threat, urging them to find use cases that make practical sense for their missions.

In‑car technology continues to evolve as drivers seek faster, simpler, and more seamless ways to connect their smartphones to their vehicles. Ottocast focuses on wireless CarPlay and Android Auto solutions designed to eliminate the need for cables and reduce the friction that often accompanies daily driving routines. The company develops compact plug‑and‑play devices that convert wired CarPlay systems into wireless experiences, supporting a more convenient and efficient workflow for drivers who rely on navigation, communication, and media throughout the day.The shift toward wireless connectivity reflects a broader trend in automotive technology, where drivers expect their vehicles to integrate smoothly with their digital lives. Many factory‑installed systems still require a physical cable to activate CarPlay or Android Auto, creating inconvenience for users who frequently enter and exit their vehicles. Ottocast addresses this gap by offering a device that plugs directly into the vehicle's USB port and establishes a wireless bridge between the car and the smartphone. Once paired, the system reconnects automatically each time the vehicle starts, eliminating repeated setup steps.Plug‑and‑Play Wireless ConnectivityThe wireless adapter developed by Ottocast uses Bluetooth for initial pairing and Wi‑Fi for ongoing data transmission, enabling low‑latency performance suitable for navigation, calls, and media playback. The device is designed to function as a transparent intermediary, allowing the vehicle to recognize the smartphone as if it were physically connected. This approach supports compatibility across a wide range of vehicles and mobile devices, making the solution accessible to drivers who want wireless functionality without upgrading their entire infotainment system.The convenience of wireless CarPlay and Android Auto is particularly valuable for drivers who rely on frequent stops, such as rideshare and delivery professionals. The ability to enter and exit the vehicle without repeatedly plugging and unplugging a cable reduces wear on ports, saves time, and supports a smoother workflow. The system also benefits everyday drivers who prefer a cleaner cabin environment without visible cables.Expanding the Platform with In‑Car Android SystemsBeyond wireless adapters, Ottocast has developed standalone in‑car Android systems that function as compact computing platforms. These devices plug into the vehicle and provide access to applications from the Google Play Store, enabling navigation, entertainment, and productivity tools directly through the vehicle's display. This approach transforms the infotainment system into a flexible, app‑driven environment that can be customized to the driver's needs.One of the company's recent additions includes a rear‑seat or rear‑facing camera designed to support families with infants or young children. The camera integrates with the in‑car display through picture‑in‑picture or split‑screen modes, allowing drivers to monitor a child safely without turning around. This feature reflects a growing emphasis on safety‑enhancing technologies that reduce distraction while maintaining situational awareness.Global Availability and User‑Focused DesignOttocast's products are available through the company's website and major online retailers, supporting global access to wireless connectivity solutions. The devices are designed for ease of use, requiring no technical expertise or installation services. The company conducts extensive compatibility testing across thousands of vehicle models to ensure reliable performance in diverse markets.The focus on convenience, safety, and user experience positions Ottocast as a contributor to the broader evolution of in‑car technology. As drivers continue to expect seamless integration between their vehicles and their digital ecosystems, solutions that simplify connectivity will remain essential.ConclusionOttocast advances in‑car connectivity through wireless CarPlay and Android Auto adapters, standalone Android systems, and safety‑enhancing camera integrations. By eliminating cables, simplifying setup, and expanding access to app‑driven experiences, the company supports a more convenient and modern driving environment. As automotive technology continues to evolve, wireless solutions like these play a key role in shaping the future of digital mobility.Ottocast devices are available today on Amazon and Ottocast's website.Interview by Scott Ertz of F5 Live: Refreshing Technology.Sponsored by: Get $5 to protect your credit card information online with Privacy. Amazon Prime gives you more than just free shipping. Get free music, TV shows, movies, videogames and more. Secure your connection and unlock a faster, safer internet by signing up for PureVPN today.

In‑car technology continues to evolve as drivers seek faster, simpler, and more seamless ways to connect their smartphones to their vehicles. Ottocast focuses on wireless CarPlay and Android Auto solutions designed to eliminate the need for cables and reduce the friction that often accompanies daily driving routines. The company develops compact plug‑and‑play devices that convert wired CarPlay systems into wireless experiences, supporting a more convenient and efficient workflow for drivers who rely on navigation, communication, and media throughout the day.The shift toward wireless connectivity reflects a broader trend in automotive technology, where drivers expect their vehicles to integrate smoothly with their digital lives. Many factory‑installed systems still require a physical cable to activate CarPlay or Android Auto, creating inconvenience for users who frequently enter and exit their vehicles. Ottocast addresses this gap by offering a device that plugs directly into the vehicle's USB port and establishes a wireless bridge between the car and the smartphone. Once paired, the system reconnects automatically each time the vehicle starts, eliminating repeated setup steps.Plug‑and‑Play Wireless ConnectivityThe wireless adapter developed by Ottocast uses Bluetooth for initial pairing and Wi‑Fi for ongoing data transmission, enabling low‑latency performance suitable for navigation, calls, and media playback. The device is designed to function as a transparent intermediary, allowing the vehicle to recognize the smartphone as if it were physically connected. This approach supports compatibility across a wide range of vehicles and mobile devices, making the solution accessible to drivers who want wireless functionality without upgrading their entire infotainment system.The convenience of wireless CarPlay and Android Auto is particularly valuable for drivers who rely on frequent stops, such as rideshare and delivery professionals. The ability to enter and exit the vehicle without repeatedly plugging and unplugging a cable reduces wear on ports, saves time, and supports a smoother workflow. The system also benefits everyday drivers who prefer a cleaner cabin environment without visible cables.Expanding the Platform with In‑Car Android SystemsBeyond wireless adapters, Ottocast has developed standalone in‑car Android systems that function as compact computing platforms. These devices plug into the vehicle and provide access to applications from the Google Play Store, enabling navigation, entertainment, and productivity tools directly through the vehicle's display. This approach transforms the infotainment system into a flexible, app‑driven environment that can be customized to the driver's needs.One of the company's recent additions includes a rear‑seat or rear‑facing camera designed to support families with infants or young children. The camera integrates with the in‑car display through picture‑in‑picture or split‑screen modes, allowing drivers to monitor a child safely without turning around. This feature reflects a growing emphasis on safety‑enhancing technologies that reduce distraction while maintaining situational awareness.Global Availability and User‑Focused DesignOttocast's products are available through the company's website and major online retailers, supporting global access to wireless connectivity solutions. The devices are designed for ease of use, requiring no technical expertise or installation services. The company conducts extensive compatibility testing across thousands of vehicle models to ensure reliable performance in diverse markets.The focus on convenience, safety, and user experience positions Ottocast as a contributor to the broader evolution of in‑car technology. As drivers continue to expect seamless integration between their vehicles and their digital ecosystems, solutions that simplify connectivity will remain essential.ConclusionOttocast advances in‑car connectivity through wireless CarPlay and Android Auto adapters, standalone Android systems, and safety‑enhancing camera integrations. By eliminating cables, simplifying setup, and expanding access to app‑driven experiences, the company supports a more convenient and modern driving environment. As automotive technology continues to evolve, wireless solutions like these play a key role in shaping the future of digital mobility.Ottocast devices are available today on Amazon and Ottocast's website.Interview by Scott Ertz of F5 Live: Refreshing Technology.Sponsored by: Get $5 to protect your credit card information online with Privacy. Amazon Prime gives you more than just free shipping. Get free music, TV shows, movies, videogames and more. Secure your connection and unlock a faster, safer internet by signing up for PureVPN today.

How NaaS Is Simplifying Enterprise ConnectivityIn this clip, Eduardo Pérez, Senior Lead of Strategy & Innovation at Colt Technology Services, explains how Network as a Service is reshaping connectivity.It enables flexible, digital delivery of services like Ethernet and IP access to the cloud. Through Network Functions Virtualization (NFV), traditional hardware, like routers or firewalls, can be virtualized at the provider edge.Instead of managing physical devices on-site, customers can activate services in a plug-and-play way. The result: a smoother end-to-end experience and greater value for enterprises.Listen to the full podcast now- https://premade.outgrow.us/interview-with-Eduardo-Perez #Outgrow #Podcast #EduardoPérez #ColtTechnologyServices #NaaS #NFV #DigitalInfrastructure #TelecomInnovation

In this episode of AviaDev Insight Africa, Jon Howell speaks with aviation consultant Miretab Tesfaye about the ambitious Bishoftu Airport project in Ethiopia. They discuss the airport's projected capacity, the strategic advantages and opportunities for Ethiopian Airlines, and the challenges it faces in a competitive Global aviation market.  CONNECT WITH MIRETAB Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Bishoftu Airport Project 05:03 Miretab's Journey and Experience 09:25 Overview of Bishoftu Airport Details 16:17 Ethiopian Airlines' Competitive Advantage 22:58 Challenges and Opportunities for Ethiopian Airlines 29:51 Future of Bishoftu Airport and Its Impact

Stephen Grootes speaks to Dr Kameshnee Naidoo, Visiting Adjunct Professor at Wits University’s Southern Centre for Inequality, about how reimagining the South African Post Office as a developmental institution, rather than a failing legacy entity, could unlock digital inclusion, strengthen state capability and bring millions of marginalised citizens into meaningful economic participation. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape.    Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Money Show Listen live Primedia+ weekdays from 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) to The Money Show with Stephen Grootes broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show, go to https://buff.ly/7QpH0jY or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/PlhvUVe Subscribe to The Money Show Daily Newsletter and the Weekly Business Wrap here https://buff.ly/v5mfetc The Money Show is brought to you by Absa     Follow us on social media   702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702   CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/Radio702 CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Africa's aviation story right now? Two sides of the same coin.Demand is soaring. A continent of over 1.4 billion people, fast-growing cities, and limited transport alternatives means air travel isn't a luxury — it's a necessity.African airlines face some of the highest operating costs in the world, fragmented airspace, strict visa regimes, and limited connectivity. Yet change is in the air.African passengers are more informed, more demanding, and less loyal to national carriers — pushing airlines to improve reliability and deliver real value.The question now: can Africa turn rising demand into sustainable growth — or will the same headwinds continue to ground the industry?

Welcome to the 34th episode of The Brain Podcast - the official podcast of the journals Brain and Brain Communications.  This episode features a discussion with first author Dr Lorenzo Pini of the Brain article entitled: Brain connectivity as a new target for Alzheimer's disease therapy? We discuss a fascinating review into the literature examing brain connectivity in Alzheimer's disease as a biomarker for symptom progression, diagnosis and monitoring response to treatment. Further, they discuss whether brain stimulation to target connectivity may have therapeutic opportunities. The article also features a discussion around digital twins to facilitate Alzheimer's research - well worth a read! Check out the full article on the Brain website as part of the Feb 2026 issue: https://doi.org/10.1093/brain/awaf404 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.

Stephen Grootes speaks to Lunga Siyo, CEO of Telkom Consumer about the telecoms latest results, which show a marked improvement in earnings as the group continues to shift its revenue mix toward mobile and fibre. The numbers reflect solid growth in mobile service revenue, rising data usage, and continued expansion of fibre connections, offsetting ongoing declines in legacy fixed-line voice services. In other interviews, Makgale Mohlala, Manager of the Cartels Division at the Competition Commission talks about the Commission’s sweeping search‑and‑seizure raids on major scrap metal buyers, the allegations of coordinated price fixing in the ferrous scrap market, and how the investigation could reshape South Africa’s already embattled long steel sector. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape.    Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Money Show Listen live Primedia+ weekdays from 18:00 to 20:00 (SA Time) to The Money Show with Stephen Grootes broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show, go to https://buff.ly/7QpH0jY or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/PlhvUVe Subscribe to The Money Show Daily Newsletter and the Weekly Business Wrap here https://buff.ly/v5mfetc The Money Show is brought to you by Absa     Follow us on social media   702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702   CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/Radio702 CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stephen Grootes speaks to Lunga Siyo, CEO of Telkom Consumer about the telecoms latest results, which show a marked improvement in earnings as the group continues to shift its revenue mix toward mobile and fibre. The numbers reflect solid growth in mobile service revenue, rising data usage, and continued expansion of fibre connections, offsetting ongoing declines in legacy fixed-line voice services. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape.    Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Money Show Listen live Primedia+ weekdays from 18:00 to 20:00 (SA Time) to The Money Show with Stephen Grootes broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show, go to https://buff.ly/7QpH0jY or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/PlhvUVe Subscribe to The Money Show Daily Newsletter and the Weekly Business Wrap here https://buff.ly/v5mfetc The Money Show is brought to you by Absa     Follow us on social media   702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702   CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/Radio702 CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is your #BVLOS strategy still "cellular-only"? You might be missing the 70% #ROI shift according to Alastair MacLeod. In the #drone and #AAM industry, "hope" is not a communication strategy. At #AerialCities2025, Thilo Uebbert, Manager of Project and Programme Management at Murzilli Consulting sat down with Ground Control CEO Alastair MacLeod who highlighted one main thing for fleet operators: #Satellite #data costs have plummeted by 70-80% over the last decade, turning #SATCOM from a "luxury backup" into a "primary mission-enabler." According to him, as we look toward 2026, the scaling of #drone delivery and industrial inspection hinges on one thing, surety of #communication. Key discussion points in our exclusive, C-level # interview: Why "RadioShack" terminals are killing your #payload, and why purpose-built PCBA integration is the only way to #scale. Why 5G-Satellite convergence is still 5 years away, and what you should be engineering for today. How the merger of Ground Control and CLS is creating a unified ecosystem for global #UAV tracking and #C2. Are you interested in being at the forefront of drone technology? Sponsor our exclusive, invite-only event Aerial Cities, where industry leaders, government officials, and key players discuss the integration of drones into urban landscapes. Find more information about our sponsorship opportunities on our website: https://aerialcities.dronetalks.online/

Brian Rhoney, Director of Data Center Market Development at Corning Optical, explains how optical fibre and new interconnects are critical to scaling AI clusters, shifting data center traffic, and solving the memory and bandwidth challenges posed by modern GPUs. The episode also covers supply and infrastructure constraints, power and water considerations, Australia's competitive position and sovereign AI concerns, and emerging trends like lensed connectivity and replacing copper links with optical solutions. Interviewer: Grahame Lynch

Healthcare is at a moment of recalibration. As digital tools, artificial intelligence, and virtual care move from experimentation to infrastructure, the defining question is no longer whether technology belongs in medicine—but how it is designed, governed, and integrated in service of clinicians and patients alike. The future of digital health will be shaped less by novelty and more by trust, usability, and alignment with the realities of clinical practice. It is within this context that conversations about clinician connectivity, AI, and platform-driven care delivery become essential—not solely as technology discussions, but as discussions about how healthcare is practiced and experienced.In this episode of The TechLink Health Podcast, we're joined by Dr. Amit Phull⁠, Chief Clinical Experience Officer at Doximity, for a wide-ranging and timely conversation on clinician connectivity, artificial intelligence, and the future of digital medicine.Doximity⁠ has become one of the most trusted platforms in healthcare—used by the majority of U.S. physicians—to help clinicians connect, collaborate, and navigate an increasingly complex care environment. Often described as the “LinkedIn for Doctors,” the platform has evolved well beyond networking to support telehealth, clinical communication, education, and now clinician-first generative AI. In this conversation, Dr. Phull shares insights into the evolution of DoxGPT and how it's being designed to reduce administrative burden, improve documentation workflows, and support physicians without compromising trust, accuracy, or safety, while also discussing what's next in Doximity's innovation pipeline and how the company is navigating a rapidly changing digital health landscape as a public company.Beyond Doximity itself, this episode takes a broader look at the state of telehealth—where adoption stands today, what's working post-pandemic, and where opportunities remain to improve access, equity, and clinician experience. We also discuss what the clinician of the future may look like, how medical education must continue to evolve, and the role of a connected technology ecosystem in enabling better health outcomes while addressing burnout.This episode offers a thoughtful, clinician-centered perspective on how technology—when designed with intention—can strengthen the practice of medicine in a rapidly changing world.For more details visit TechLink Health ⁠on the web⁠.This episode was hosted by ⁠Dr. Sarah Samaan⁠.The episode points to several references with links below:

Send a textIn this episode of Embedded Insiders, Editor-in-Chief Ken Briodagh sits down with Dennis Nikles, the recently appointed Managing Director of Vodafone IoT Americas, to talk connectivity, IoT, AI, and embedded trends for 2026.Watch the video segment here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IfE9gkjC_iYNext, Rich and Sandra Rivera, a long-time Intel veteran and former CEO of Altera, now Chairwoman of the Board at VSORA, discuss the company's claim to "make AI more accessible, efficient, and sustainable than ever.”But first, Rich and Ken dive into the industry's most recent and impactful acquisitions. From Texas Instruments to Silicon Labs, to Infineon Technologies, Synopsis, GlobalFoundries, and much more. For more information, visit embeddedcomputing.com

The peace deal between Armenia and Azerbaijan, initialed in August 2025, represents a major turning point for the South Caucasus.Thomas de Waal, Zaur Shiriyev, and Areg Kochinyan discuss the role Europe can play in supporting normalization and advancing infrastructure development across the region.[00:00:00] Intro, [00:01:37] The Armenia-Azerbaijan Normalization, [00:11:23] New Connectivity Projects in the South Caucasus, [00:19:31] Europe's Role in Supporting the Peace Process.Zaur Shiriyev, February 3, 2026, “Europe Falls Behind in the South Caucasus Connectivity Race,” Strategic Europe, Carnegie Europe.Thomas de Waal, December 16, 2025, “Trump's Peace Lessons for Europe,” Strategic Europe, Carnegie Europe.Zaur Shiriyev and Philip Gamaghelyan, December 4, 2025, “Strategic Directions for Building Sustainable Peace Between Armenia and Azerbaijan,” Carnegie Russia Eurasia Center.Thomas de Waal, November 13, 2025, “Armenia's Election Is a Foreign Affair,” Strategic Europe, Carnegie Europe.Thomas de Waal, September 22, 2025, “An Unlikely Road to Peace for Armenia and Azerbaijan,” Foreign Affairs.Philip Gamaghelyan and Zaur Shiriyev, August 7, 2025, “As They Edge Toward Peace, Armenia and Azerbaijan Must Resist Old Habits,” Emissary, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace.Zaur Shiriyev, May 26, 2025, “The Precarious Power of Azerbaijan,” Foreign Affairs.Thomas de Waal, March 17, 2025, “Armenia and Azerbaijan's Major Step Forward,” Emissary, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace.Areg Kochinyan, July 12, 2024, “Why the World Must Support Armenia's Defeated Democracy Against Russian Hybrid Warfare,” Conflict and Civicness Research Blog, London School of Economics and Political Science.Areg Kochinyan, May 21, 2024, “Armenia Should Use This Window of Opportunity to Leave Russia's Orbit,” Politika, Carnegie Russia Eurasia Center.

Send us a textThe brain's mysterious claustrum region, its role in cognitive flexibility, and how substances like alcohol and psychedelics affect neural circuits and behavior. Not medical advice.TOPICS DISCUSSED:Cerebral cortex structure: Described as a six-layered structure with pyramidal neurons and inhibitory interneurons; information flows between layers and regions to process sensory input and enable complex behaviors.Claustrum anatomy & connectivity: A sheet-like subcortical structure embedded in white matter, bidirectionally connected to cortical areas, especially prefrontal regions in rodents, with broader connections in primates and humans suggesting an integrative role.Claustrum function in cognition: Experiments show claustrum activation during task switches from easy to demanding modes, synchronizing cortical networks via inhibition and rebound excitation, potentially enabling flexible behavior.Mouse models in neuroscience: Mice are used for genetic tractability to manipulate and monitor specific circuits, revealing claustrum's role in vigilance tasks but not simple ones.Alcohol's effects on brain circuits: Chronic alcohol promotes inflexible behaviors by altering striatal interneurons and inhibitory inputs, leading to compulsive drinking despite aversive consequences.Psychedelics & brain networks: Psilocybin disrupts default mode and other networks, inhibits claustrum via serotonin 1B receptors, with effects persisting 24 hours, possibly contributing to therapeutic benefits.Evolution of claustrum: Connectivity expands from rodents to humans, shifting from cognitive-specific to broader network control, including anti-correlated states like default mode versus task-engaged.Integration of claustrum & basal ganglia: Claustrum funnels prefrontal signals to basal ganglia for action selection; alcohol may impair this, exacerbating inflexibility in addiction.ABOUT THE GUEST: Brian, PhD is a professor in the Department of Pharmacology and Physiology at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, where he leads a neuroscience lab studying brain circuits underlying flexible and inflexible behaviors using mouse models, with a focus on alcohol use disorder.Support the showHealth Products by M&M Partners: SporesMD: Premium mushrooms products (gourmet mushrooms, nootropics, research). Use code 'nickjikomes' for 20% off. Lumen device: Optimize your metabolism for weight loss or athletic performance. MINDMATTER gets you 15% off. AquaTru: Water filtration devices that remove microplastics, metals, bacteria, and more from your drinking water. Through link, $100 off AquaTru Carafe, Classic & Under Sink Units; $300 off Freestanding models. Seed Oil Scout: Find restaurants with seed oil-free options, scan food products to see what they're hiding, with this easy-to-use mobile app. KetoCitra—Ketone body BHB + electrolytes formulated for kidney health. Use code MIND20 for 20% off any subscription (cancel anytime) For all the ways you can support my efforts

eir, Ireland's leading telecommunications provider, today published its Digital Ireland Report, a landmark nationwide study that shows Ireland has become one of the most digitally connected societies in Europe, powered by record investment in fibre and 5G, and an unprecedented surge in data usage. The report tracks Ireland's progress through the first half of the Digital Decade (2019–2025) and finds that demand for connectivity has grown dramatically as digital services become central to daily life, work and business. Overall traffic on eir's broadband network has more than doubled since 2019, driven by the rollout of 1GB fibre and explosive growth in data-hungry apps and services. Average household usage on high-speed fibre has risen by 61% in five years, from the equivalent of 6.2 hours to almost 10 hours of HD video per day, while data carried on eir's mobile network has grown sevenfold over the same period. Highlights of the report include: — Consumer use: Major social and sporting events have become powerful barometers of Ireland's 'always-on' digital habits (for example, data usage at Electric Picnic on eir's mobile network has grown sixfold since 2022). In parallel, traditional fixed-line calling has continued to decline, with minutes falling by 57% since late 2021, even as mobile voice use remains broadly stable. — Regional: Counties such as Cavan, Meath and Offaly are leading a nationwide surge in data consumption, with average monthly usage up nearly 80% since 2019. Top and bottom counties for household data usage (2024): Highest: Kildare – 7,800 GB per household Lowest: Sligo – 5,800 GB per household — Online: The report also confirms Ireland's position as a European leader in digital skills and online participation: more than seven in ten people now have basic or better digital skills. Ecommerce continues at pace – almost all internet users shopped online in 2024. — Business: There is a growing digital divide in enterprises, with a slowing in digital intensification amongst SMEs, and evidence pointing to a low rate of take-up amongst smaller businesses in high-speed data capability. — Older people: Older customers are less likely to have availed of high-speed broadband service and are twice as likely to rely on older and slower copper lines compared with younger customers. — Future needs: The report highlights the expectation that the data traffic volumes will continue to grow at a high rate for the remainder of the decade, driven by AI transformation, the Internet of Things, and other digital megatrends. The report emphasises the need for digital and related policies to evolve at both an EU and national level to keep pace with the digital transformation and promote the ongoing investment and take-up of digital technology and infrastructure. Oliver Loomes, CEO of eir, said: "At eir, our purpose is to connect for a better Ireland. The findings of our Digital Ireland Report show that, thanks to sustained investment and collaboration, Ireland has undergone a remarkable transformation in digital infrastructure and usage. This report shows that Ireland's Digital Decade is real and measurable – in the way we work, learn, do business and come together at our favourite festivals and matches. Data use has exploded, powered by our investment in fibre and 5G, and Ireland now has the opportunity to be one of the most connected, competitive and inclusive digital societies in the world." He added: "Connectivity also has to mean inclusion; more work is needed in the coming years to ensure all people and businesses can participate in Ireland's Digital Decade. As Ireland's leading connectivity provider, eir is committed to continuing our multibillion-euro investment in fibre and 5G, and to working with Government and partners so that every home, every business and every community can thrive in a truly digital Ireland". Speaking at the launch of the report, Jack Chambers, Minister for Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Se...

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What happens when 1.7 million autonomous agents build their own social network and start hiring humans for physical labor? Andrew and Ben break down the most surreal week in AI history - from the Moltbook social network to the Rent-a-Human marketplace - and debate whether vibe coding is killing open source. Later, they sit down with Gary Lerhaupt, VP of Product Architecture at Salesforce, to discuss the new Connectivity Benchmark report, why monolithic agents are an anti-pattern, and how "Super Agents" are evolving to orchestrate fleets of specialized sub-agents across the enterprise.LinearB: The AI productivity platform for engineering leadersFollow the show:Subscribe to our Substack Follow us on LinkedInSubscribe to our YouTube ChannelLeave us a ReviewFollow the hosts:Follow AndrewFollow BenFollow DanFollow today's stories:Salesforce Connectivity Benchmark: Read the ReportAgentforce: Learn more about Salesforce AgentsConnect with Gary Lerhaupt: LinkedInMoltbook: The AI social networkRent-a-Human: rentahuman.aiOpenClaw (a.k.a. Moltbot) is everywhere all at once, and a disaster waiting to happenThe Agentic Shift: Redefining Enterprise SDLC from Assistance to AutonomyHow Vibe Coding Is Killing Open SourceOFFERS Start Free Trial: Get started with LinearB's AI productivity platform for free. Book a Demo: Learn how you can ship faster, improve DevEx, and lead with confidence in the AI era. LEARN ABOUT LINEARB AI Code Reviews: Automate reviews to catch bugs, security risks, and performance issues before they hit production. AI & Productivity Insights: Go beyond DORA with AI-powered recommendations and dashboards to measure and improve performance. AI-Powered Workflow Automations: Use AI-generated PR descriptions, smart routing, and other automations to reduce developer toil. MCP Server: Interact with your engineering data using natural language to build custom reports and get answers on the fly.

Comcast's Senior VP of Connectivity and Digital Customer Solutions, Christian Nascimento, discusses how AI is transforming networks from passive infrastructure into intelligent, programmable platforms built for autonomous agents, real-time performance, and new revenue. As networks become the foundation of AI at scale, are we ready for a purpose-built network for AI? In this Executives at... Read More The post AI Network Inflection Point: From Internet to Intelligent Fabric appeared first on Mplify.

Drew Perkins welcomes Emily Waugh and Gabriela Delgado de Fina, both Assistant Heads of School for the A+ World Academy. They discuss the academy's unique educational model: a 10-month voyage for 72 students aboard the Sorlandet, a fully rigged ship built in 1927. The conversation explores the challenges and rewards of a "school at sea," where academics, communal living, and maritime training converge. Links & Resources Mentioned In This Episode Have some feedback you'd like to share? You can email me at drew@thoughtstretchers.org. If you enjoyed this episode, please share it and please leave a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you're listening. Emily and Gabriela detail the academy's core philosophy and five goals for global leadership, which integrates academics with global studies, communal living, maritime training, and reflective learning. They share how students are required to participate in maritime watches, cleaning, and galley duties, fostering a deep sense of responsibility and grit. A mandatory course, "Self Systems and Society," serves as the anchor for these experiences, providing a space for students to reflect on conflict resolution and the unique challenges of sharing a living space with 72 peers. The discussion dives into the academy's current transition toward a more Project-Based Learning (PBL) curriculum. Gabriela and Emily candidly discuss the hurdles of implementing inquiry-based research, such as "Port Quests," in an environment with limited internet and library resources. They highlight the ongoing internal debate about balancing traditional knowledge acquisition with progressive skill development, illustrating what Drew calls a "knowledge-rich inquiry" model. Finally, they touch upon the essential nature of memorization in maritime life—where knowing the names and functions of hundreds of lines is a matter of safety—and the rigorous admissions process that seeks out curious students who are ready for the sacrifice and adventure of life at sea. Timestamped Episode Timeline [00:03:43] Introductions and Roles – Emily and Gabriela share their journeys from teaching on the ship to their current land-based leadership roles. [00:08:02] Diverse Educational Backgrounds – A look at the progressive and traditional schooling experiences that shaped the guests' pedagogical perspectives. [00:11:39] The "My Five" Philosophy – Breaking down the five pillars of global leadership at A+ World Academy. [00:13:56] Life on the Sorlandet – Logistics of the 10-month voyage, the "top of the eight" Atlantic loop, and the requirement for every student to help operate the ship. [00:18:32] Connectivity and Crew Rotations – Managing limited internet access and the recent shift to rotating academic teams for sustainability. [00:21:43] Shifting to Project-Based Learning – Why the academy is moving away from traditional AP structures toward more integrated port-based projects. [00:28:37] The Knowledge vs. Skills Debate – Navigating the balance between progressive education and the need for content mastery. [00:38:15] Measuring Success Beyond Academics – The difficulty of quantifying qualitative growth in areas like communal living and resilience. [00:48:15] The Power of Functional Memorization – Why students must memorize maritime terms and how the "need to know" creates deep learning. [00:54:30] Student Profile and Motivation – What the academy looks for in applicants and why students voluntarily give up their phones.

Comcast's Parks division crossed $1 billion in quarterly EBITDA for the first time in Q4 2025, driven by a 22 percent increase in parks revenue and a 24 percent increase in EBITDA. Much of the attention went to Epic Universe, but the most striking numbers came from hotels. Universal added 2,000 new rooms in Orlando and still raised average daily rates by 20 percent, with occupancy up 3 percent. That outcome runs counter to basic supply-and-demand logic and signals a shift in how guests are using Universal Orlando.Epic Universe did not do this on its own. The park is not yet operating at full run rate capacity and will not be fully ramped until the end of 2026. The larger story is how Universal has built an ecosystem that encourages guests to stay on property for multiple nights instead of treating Universal as a one-day add-on to a Disney trip. New hotels like Stella Nova, Terra Luna, and Helios Grand extend length of stay and allow Universal to capture dining, merchandise, and incremental park visits at higher margins than gate admission alone. This was always the plan. The difference now is that the plan is visibly working.That success also explains the pace of expansion. Comcast's broader business remains under pressure. Connectivity and Platforms lost 181,000 broadband subscribers in Q4, and the company's overall EBITDA declined. Universal is diversifying quickly because it has to. Universal Kids Resort in Frisco is set to open later this year. The Fast and Furious coaster debuts in Hollywood. Groundbreaking is underway for the U.K. resort. Orlando is entering a digest phase in 2026, focused on extracting value from Epic rather than announcing the next expansion.Moving this fast carries risk. Ride capacity at Epic remains a bottleneck, and infrastructure challenges are already surfacing abroad. According to U.K. reports, local authorities are being asked to accelerate approvals that normally take years, including approvals for sewage capacity for a resort projected to draw millions of visitors. Infrastructure moves at government speed, not corporate speed.Universal's Q4 results make one thing clear. Disney does not have a monopoly on the destination resort flywheel. When guests are given a reason to stay for a week, they will. Adding 2,000 rooms while raising prices by 20 percent is not a lucky quarter. It is confirmation that the model works. The open question is whether Universal can keep scaling as quickly while the rest of Comcast's business continues to weaken.Listen to weekly BONUS episodes on our Patreon.

Episode #187 The FASD Brain and Connectivity with Dr. Raja MukherjeeWhat if many of the struggles we see in FASD are not about behavior at all but about how the brain sends and receives messages?In this episode of The FASD Success Show, Jeff Noble sits down with Dr. Raja Mukherjee, one of the world's leading experts in FASD psychiatry and brain development, to explore what brain connectivity really means for individuals living with FASD across the lifespan.Dr. Mukherjee explains how prenatal alcohol exposure affects the way different parts of the brain communicate with each other and why this can show up as inconsistency, fatigue, emotional overwhelm, and difficulty with daily life tasks even when someone appears capable on the surface.Together, Jeff and Dr. Mukherjee unpack why independence is often the wrong goal, how interdependence supports regulation and mental health, and what caregivers can do differently when they understand the brain through a connectivity lens.In This Episode You'll Hear• What brain connectivity is and why it matters more than IQ or motivation • How miscommunication between brain regions affects regulation, memory, and behavior • Why skills can look “there one day and gone the next” • How stress and overload disrupt already fragile brain networks • Why total independence is not a realistic or healthy end goal for many adults with FASD • How interdependence supports long term success and wellbeing • What caregivers and systems get wrong when they focus on compliance instead of connectionWhy This Episode MattersThis conversation helps caregivers, professionals, and individuals with FASD move away from blame and toward understanding. When you see challenges as connectivity issues rather than character flaws, everything changes including expectations, support strategies, and outcomes.Dr. Mukherjee brings decades of clinical experience and research insight to a topic that caregivers have been living for years. This episode offers clarity, validation, and a brain based framework you can actually use at home and in advocacy conversations.Listen and WatchListen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-fasd-success-show/id1492499195Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/6ntB51glqYnRPmXCh6lOGqWatch on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@FASDSuccessResources and LinksLearn more about The FASD Success Show https://www.fasdsuccess.com/podcastJoin our free parent and caregiver community https://www.facebook.com/groups/FASDFOREVERFollow Jeff Noble Instagram https://www.instagram.com/FASDSuccess Facebook https://www.facebook.com/FASDSuccessSubscribe to the YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@FASDSuccessYou are not failing. You are responding to a brain that connects differently. And when we understand the brain, we can build better support, better days at home, and a better future.Support the show

 In this episode, we will be talking about the next generation of AirTag — the bestselling item finder — is even easier to locate with more powerful Precision Finding, a longer Bluetooth range, and a louder speaker.  Apple unveiled the new AirPods Jan 26, a powerful accessory that helps users keep track of and find the items that matter most with Apple's Find My app — now with an expanded finding range and a louder speaker. A side-by-side comparison of the first-and-second generation of AirTags. The next generation of AirTag — the bestselling item finder — is even easier to locate with more powerful Precision Finding, a longer Bluetooth range, and a louder speaker. (Courtesy of Apple Inc.) Powered by the strength of the Find My network, AirTag allows users to keep tabs on their belongings every single day, from keys and wallets to backpacks, luggage, and more. Precision Finding guides users through haptic, visual, and audio feedback to their lost items from up to 50 percent farther away than the previous generation, and an updated Bluetooth chip expands the range at which items can be located. The new AirTag incorporates a suite of industry-first protections against unwanted tracking, including cross-platform alerts and unique Bluetooth identifiers that change frequently.

Join Ciena's Chief Technologist of Research Networks, Rodney Wilson, as he sits down with Amber McEwen, CEO of REANNZ, and Michael Tremblay, CEO of CANARIE, to explore how national research networks power scientific discovery and global collaboration. They unpack the massive data demands of modern science, the innovations required to support data intensive research, and the unique challenges their networks face across New Zealand and Canada. The conversation highlights real-world AI driven applications, from surgical robots enabling precise remote healthcare to other breakthroughs made possible by high-speed, high-performance networks.

January 28, 2025 ~ Eben Brown, Fox News Correspondent joins Kevin to talk about Apple introducing a new AirTag with expanded connectivity range and improved findability Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kentucky Basketball's two basketball games this past week with Texas and Ole Miss, our thoughts and opinions, horrible officiating, RULES- easy fix, Around the SEC, and every fan base HOPES for that story book season that Indiana just had this year, plus other shenanigans. @JayHazzeKY @Jaron_033

This session was live-streamed on 26th January 2026. To stay up to date with all things AviaDev, sign up at https://www.aviadev.com/keep-me-updated As always, we are joined by our trusted pair — Behramjee Ghadially and Sean Mendis. Chapters: 2025 AviaDev Award winners announcements Ethiopian Airlines S26 network updates  Impact of updated US travel restrictions on Africa demand in 2026 Qatar Airways frequency increases to South Africa  TAAG's planned Guangzhou service on 787  Air Sierra Leone Banjul–London Gatwick  fastJet cutting LUN-HRE flights  Airlink increasing Lilongwe flights and looking at ordering 30 E175-E2s to replace E135/140 fleet. SAA-Cemair codeshare agreement Kenya Airways 777-300ER returns on LHR from June Uganda Airlines A330 issues  Air Tanzania finally launching Accra 28JAN26? Air Côte d'Ivoire longhaul schedule updates  WRAPUP Air Zimbabwe's US$775m turnaround and fleet replacement plan Delta's 787-10 order and implications for Africa Enugu Air's E195 expansion and virtual airline model Oman Air to Kigali? FlyNAS launching Abha to Addis Ababa 2x weekly Air Algerie 2x weekly ALG-NDJ-ADD starting March 2026

In advance of his appearance in Livingston, Montana—as a guest of Elk River Arts & Lectures on January 23, 2026, at the Livingston Elks Lodge—novelist Colum McCann discusses the many themes and narratives found in his latest book, ‘Twist' (Penguin Random House).

In advance of his appearance in Livingston, Montana—as a guest of Elk River Arts & Lectures on January 23, 2026, at the Livingston Elks Lodge—novelist Colum McCann discusses the many themes and narratives found in his latest book, ‘Twist' (Penguin Random House).

In this episode of the Data Center Frontier Show, Matt Vincent is joined by Liam Weld, Head of Data Centers for Meter to discuss why connectivity for data centers is often forgotten about. 

The Middle East is one of the most dynamic and fast-evolving regions in the global space economy. As nations in the area turn space ambition into action through satellite programs and partnerships, the region is fast becoming a global space and connectivity hub. Steve Bochinger, Affiliate Executive Advisor at Novaspace discusses the space sector development in the region including the vision for space, investment opportunities, strategic partnerships and drive for sovereignty.

Tresic emerged from stealth with breaking news: the launch of Tresic Intelligence Cloud, a new add-on platform designed for CSPs and channel partners to layer AI-driven insights, automation, and coaching on top of existing UCaaS and CCaaS services. In a conversation with Doug Green, Publisher of Technology Reseller News, Robert Galop and Kevin Nethercott said the timing is deliberate—service providers have spent two decades building the UCaaS/CCaaS/CPaaS foundation, and now have the opportunity to monetize intelligence on top of it. The core idea is to unlock the “dark data” inside everyday business conversations—calls, meetings, video, email, and more—then convert it into actionable outcomes like follow-ups, alerts, and performance improvement. “If I'm a business owner, the holy grail for me is if I knew what all of my customers were thinking and saying about me,” Nethercott said, framing how conversation intelligence can improve products, service, pricing, and strategy when delivered in a secure, privacy-respecting way. Tresic positions the Intelligence Cloud around three common business gaps: limited visibility into churn and compliance risk, missed commitments that never make it into systems of record, and the need to coach and improve frontline performance in sales and support. The company says it has packaged these capabilities as ready-to-deploy “co-pilots” that can be enabled quickly—avoiding the long, complex deployments that often slow AI projects. Galop emphasized the approach is meant to assist workers, not replace them, noting the platform is designed to fit into existing workflows with minimal training. For the channel, Tresic's pitch is also economic: by bundling add-on packages per location and per user, providers can move from selling “just seats” to selling higher-value intelligence services—often approaching 2x (and potentially more) revenue per customer relationship. Tresic also highlighted partner readiness, citing integration work—including a partnership mentioned with NetSapiens Crescendo—as part of its effort to make onboarding and activation simple for service providers and their customers. Learn more at tresic.cloud.

Wildlife and environment groups say this government could become the first to break the law by missing targets to restore nature. The Office for Environmental Protection, the OEP, has published its annual report on the government's progress and it shows that it is not on track to meet 21 of the 43 legally set out in its Environmental Improvement Plan. We speak to Richard Benwell, CEO of Wildlife and Countryside Link, which represents 94 countryside and wildlife groups across Britain and ask why progress has been so slow.Agriculture is devolved so each of the four home nations has different plans for their post-Brexit support schemes for farmers. Today we ask Jim Fairlie, Minister for Agriculture and Connectivity in the Scottish Government, how Scotland's scheme is going to work.All this week, we're focusing on cheese, and today we're talking about goat's cheese. We meet a husband and wife team who graze around 250 goats in Carmarthenshire. They graze their animals outside most of the year and have a milking parlour like the ones you'd find on a dairy farm. They make mostly soft cheese but are now making hard cheese too to help use up excess milk in the summer, when demand for cheese is lower.Presenter = Anna Hill Producer = Rebecca Rooney

professorjrod@gmail.comIn this episode, we explore the Palm Pilot not just as a retro gadget but as a pioneering example of human-centered technology that aligns closely with modern IT skills development. Discover how Palm's approach to trust, speed, and minimal distraction offers valuable lessons for technology education and tech exam prep. Whether you're preparing for your CompTIA exam or seeking effective study group strategies, this episode highlights how a device that respects user attention can inspire innovative thinking relevant to today's IT certification tips and study guides.We unpack Jeff Hawkins's cognitive approach to design, the lessons of Apple Newton's public failure, and why Graffiti's learnable alphabet beat early handwriting AI. HotSync emerges as more than a cable and a cradle; it became a daily ritual that made backup visible and certainty tangible. Doctors, pilots, executives, and students adopted Palm not because it dazzled, but because it disappeared into their work—an invisible companion that remembered everything and never argued.Then the ground shifted. Connectivity turned from a feature into infrastructure, BlackBerry redefined urgency with always-on email, and the iPhone reframed the phone as a platform for presence and identity. We trace Palm's move from elegant minimalism to spec chasing, the philosophical split with Handspring over openness, and the beautiful ambition of WebOS that arrived after momentum had already moved. Along the way, personal stories of SD-card movies, subway reading, and email sync show how reliability felt in the hand—and where it started to fray.The takeaway is pointed: being right isn't enough. Reliability, restraint, and love can't outrun a behavior shift. If you design products or care about humane tech, this story is a compass—build for trust, but watch where everyday life is heading. If this resonated, follow the show, share with a friend, and leave a review to help others find it. What part of Palm's DNA do you wish today's devices would bring back?Support the showArt By Sarah/DesmondMusic by Joakim KarudLittle chacha ProductionsJuan Rodriguez can be reached atTikTok @ProfessorJrodProfessorJRod@gmail.com@Prof_JRodInstagram ProfessorJRod

"Big companies are waking up to this opportunity and are moving in."Today, we're talking about something that shapes everything from jobs to education to healthcare… internet access.And Africa, we have a problem! Only a fifth of our population have access to the internet... compare that to the global average of about 70%. Africa is lagging behind.We wanted to find out why. And what can be done about it.Plus: How laser beams are replacing satellites.

“Wireless failover shouldn't just sit there as insurance,” says John Reed, CEO of For2Fi. “When you layer applications like POTS replacement on top of modern 5G connectivity, it becomes a powerful, cost-saving part of the customer's production network.” In the 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 Reed to examine how wireless connectivity and POTS replacement are converging as copper shutdowns accelerate. Reed explains that For2Fi focuses exclusively on 5G and LTE connectivity, supporting multi-location customers across retail, healthcare, quick-serve restaurants, and rural markets in the U.S. and Canada. By combining the right carrier, modem, and antenna, For2Fi delivers reliable connectivity that can function as backup—or increasingly, as primary access. Jacoby underscores why this wireless foundation is critical to the next phase of POTS replacement. “Wireless is no longer just backup—it's primary, it's reliable, and it's ready to carry critical services like POTS replacement,” he says. As legacy copper lines disappear, partners like For2Fi provide the connectivity layer that allows TELCLOUD to deliver life-safety-grade POTS replacement for elevators, fire panels, and emergency phones—without forcing customers to replace existing equipment. Together, TELCLOUD and For2Fi enable channel partners to present a single, scalable solution that reduces copper costs, modernizes connectivity, and creates long-term recurring revenue—without requiring MSPs to become telecom specialists. The episode concludes with the Shots segment, featuring Dos Artes Añejo, a French oak–aged tequila presented in a distinctive ceramic bottle—an apt finish to a discussion centered on durability, craftsmanship, and long-term value. For more information, visit https://www.telcloud.com/ or call 844-900-2270. Learn more about For2Fi at https://www.for2fi.com/.

Carlos Lei, CEO of Uplink, one of the leading DePIN players, operates as a connectivity marketplace using existing Wi-Fi routers to help telecom companies save millions of dollars. In this conversation, we discuss:- 2026 will be the year of DePIN - Insights from building in connectivity since 2015 - The future of connectivity - Mesh networks - Sharing connectivity using existing infrastructure - There isn't enough infra to connect devices in the future - The connectivity incentive layer - How ULX and Network Credits work together - Building on Avalanche - Network effects in crypto UplinkX: @uplink_xyzWebsite: www.uplink.xyzLinkedIn: UplinkCarlos LeiX: @CarlosLeiSantosLinkedIn: Carlos Lei Santos---------------------------------------------------------------------------------This episode is brought to you by PrimeXBT.PrimeXBT offers a robust trading system for both beginners and professional traders that demand highly reliable market data and performance. Traders of all experience levels can easily design and customize layouts and widgets to best fit their trading style. PrimeXBT is always offering innovative products and professional trading conditions to all customers.  PrimeXBT is running an exclusive promotion for listeners of the podcast. After making your first deposit, 50% of that first deposit will be credited to your account as a bonus that can be used as additional collateral to open positions. Code: CRYPTONEWS50 This promotion is available for a month after activation. Click the link below: PrimeXBT x CRYPTONEWS50FollowApple PodcastsSpotifyAmazon MusicRSS FeedSee All

Send us a textOn this episode of Embedded Insiders, Ken sits down with Felix Galindo, a Principal Engineer at Digi International, to discuss the impending upgrade crisis for industrial facilities and legacy connectivity in Industrial IoT.Watch this segment: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ambwtKT63s0The next segment is sponsored by Infineon Technologies, featuring Rich and Sivaram Trikutam, Senior Vice President of Wireless Products at Infineon Technologies. The two discuss everything you need to know about Wi-Fi, including Infineon's latest Wi-Fi transceiver, a 20-MHz tri-radio device for IoT applications.For more information, visit embeddedcomputing.com

Smartphones have revolutionised warfare, and we are still learning exactly the implications of this. The extent of our full spectrum dependence on Wi-Fi and the internet is profound. Military organisations routinely rely on civilian infrastructure to operate digitally. Now, with AI accelerating the pace of change in tactics, strategy, and targets even further, what does that mean for war? And how civilians participate in it? And what nodes of connectivity can become enemy targets? To find out, Jason is joined this week by Matthew Ford, author of ‘War in the Smartphone Age: Conflict, Connectivity and the Crises at Our Fingertips'. Brought to you in partnership with the New Books Network, this episodes focuses on how technology, particularly smartphones and digital communication, has transformed military strategies and civilian involvement in conflicts. Jason and Matthew explore the topic looking at the case studies of: Hamas; the ongoing war in Ukraine; vulnerabilities in Britain and the West more generally; and the role of civilians in modern warfare.  And as they Order the Disorder, they return to the oft-cited need for better information resilience and media literacy. To join our Mega Orderers Club, and get ad free listening, early episode releases, bonus content and exclusive access to live events, visit https://disorder.supportingcast.fm/  Producer: George McDonagh Subscribe to our Substack - https://natoandtheged.substack.com/ Disorder on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@DisorderShow Show Notes Links: Pls Join the Mega Orderers Club for ad-free listening and early release of the episodes, via this link: https://disorder.supportingcast.fm/ Join us at our live event in RUSI on January 8th: for details on the event https://my.rusi.org/events/disorder-podcast-live-what-disorder-will-2026-bring.html  Yet to attend the event you need to join the Mega-Orderer's Club or the Pay For substack and RSVP through a special form available on either platform: https://natoandtheged.substack.com/p/disorder-podcast-live-with-jane-arthur  Get Matthew's book https://www.hurstpublishers.com/book/war-in-the-smartphone-age/  For more on our partnership with the New Books Network visit: https://newbooksnetwork.com/category/up-partners/disorder Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

AV Trade Talk: Mastering Connectivity Series, Episode 7 – The Future of AV Connectivity: Human-Centered Innovation in an AI-Driven World In this new episode of the Mastering Connectivity podcast series, presented by Kordz in collaboration with AV Trade Talk, host Katye McGregor Bennett is joined by tech industry leaders James Chen (Managing Director, Kordz), Rich Green (AV futurist and integrator), and Kris Hogg (former integrator, now with Samsung) for an eye-opening discussion about the future of AV connectivity, artificial intelligence, robotics, and the evolving role of the integrator.

Podcast: RSACEpisode: Building Trust and Resilience Across the Future of Secure ConnectivityPub date: 2025-12-15Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationAs 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, RSACThe podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from RSAC, which is the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Listen Notes, Inc.

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

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

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