Quishing, Wi-Fi 7, and AI—Your Tech Rundown

Welcome to EdgeTeam’s update! We’re excited to bring you the latest insights and updates from across the region. As your trusted IT partner, we’re here to support you every step of the way in adopting and implementing the latest technology. We hope this roundup of resources helps keep you and your team ahead of the curve and informed on the innovations that matter most.

The Latest Story in Tech

Nvidia has introduced AI Aerial, a new platform that merges AI-driven computing with radio access networks (AI-RAN), aimed at revolutionizing the telecom industry. The platform enables telecom providers to design, deploy, and optimize AI-based wireless networks while supporting emerging technologies such as autonomous vehicles, robotics, and smart factories. In collaboration with T-Mobile, Ericsson, and Nokia, Nvidia is driving the next generation of connectivity, combining AI and RAN traffic for faster, more efficient network management.

Why Does This Matter??

This development is significant because it brings AI into the core of telecom operations, allowing for more real-time optimization and scalability of networks. As industries become increasingly reliant on 5G and 6G technologies, having a platform like AI Aerial ensures that networks can handle advanced demands like robotic operations and autonomous systems. Additionally, AI-driven insights allow telecom providers to reduce costs, improve performance, and create more resilient infrastructure, all while meeting the needs of AI-driven applications.

What Should You Consider??

1. Evaluate your network infrastructure’s capacity to integrate AI-driven technologies, ensuring it can support emerging demands like autonomous systems and robotic operations.
2. Consider how AI automation can reduce operational complexity, enhance real-time decision-making, and optimize long-term network performance.
3. Prepare for the next generation of innovations by aligning your infrastructure with AI-enhanced use cases, such as smart factories and advanced 5G applications.

As technology continues to advance, it’s important to stay informed about the trends shaping the future of IT. Here are some key developments we’re seeing across the industry that could impact your business in the coming months:

Top Trends:

• AI-Driven IT Operations: By integrating Composite AI, which combines causal, predictive, and generative AI, AIOps can now proactively diagnose issues, automate problem-solving, and optimize systems. This drastically reduces mean time to resolution (MTTR), allowing IT teams to handle complex network environments with less manual intervention.
• Cybersecurity Automation: This is becoming crucial as manual threat monitoring becomes unmanageable in the face of increasing cyber risks. Automated systems can detect, analyze, and respond to attacks in real-time, reducing incident response times and minimizing human error. This shift allows security teams to focus on more strategic issues, while AI-driven automation enhances overall protection against evolving cyber threats.
• Smart Cities: Smart cities are a global movement toward creating more sustainable, efficient, and connected urban environments through technology. These cities utilize IoT devices, sensors, AI, and data analytics to optimize public services like transportation, energy, and waste management. By harnessing data, cities can improve safety, reduce emissions, and provide better living conditions.

EdgeTeam’s Roundup

Here, we’ll keep you informed on the key developments in IT infrastructure, security, and cloud solutions. Whether it's optimizing networks in underserved areas or delivering innovative solutions to keep your systems secure, this section is dedicated to help you stay ahead.

• Quishing scams exploit the convenience of QR codes by embedding them in emails, ads, and public spaces, leading users to fraudulent websites. With a sharp increase in these attacks, consumers should verify QR code sources and preview URLs before proceeding.
• The shift toward wireless technologies, including 5G and MEC, is allowing federal and defense agencies to upgrade their network infrastructure faster and more cost-effectively. These advancements also provide better resiliency, security, and mission-critical support compared to traditional wired networks.
• Cloud and AI are evolving hand-in-hand, as enterprises realize that cloud infrastructure is essential for AI deployment. According to a Wipro survey, most companies are pushing cloud investments to unlock the potential of generative AI across various industries.
• Proactive cloud security requires moving beyond CNAPPs’ reactive approach to adopt AI-powered, real-time prevention tools and zero-trust strategies. This combination addresses the growing complexity of cloud environments and helps prevent critical threats before they occur.
• Despite rapid technological advances like generative AI, many companies are repeating familiar cybersecurity mistakes, risking breaches from unaddressed vulnerabilities. To prevent future threats, businesses must adopt proactive measures like post-quantum cryptography and better secrets management.

Partner Spotlight: Extreme Networks

Football Season

For twelve seasons, Extreme Networks has been the NFL’s Official Wi-Fi Solutions Provider, revolutionizing in-stadium fan engagement through connectivity and analytics. With upgrades like Wi-Fi 6E, they ensure fans can capture, share, and stay connected during pivotal moments. Extreme is diving deeper into fan behavior, showcasing how technology enhances the excitement of gameday.

Sustainability Efforts

Extreme AI Expert, developed in Extreme Labs, is revolutionizing enterprise networking with its ability to automate routine tasks and optimize operations. Through real-time predictive intelligence, this AI system enhances decision-making and enables organizations to stay ahead of evolving IT challenges.

Employee Headlights

Meet Chris Smith - operations maestro at EdgeTeam.

With a sharp eye for detail and a passion for optimizing operations, Christopher Smith is the driving force behind EdgeTeam’s day-to-day success. His ability to juggle complex projects while keeping things running smoothly makes him an invaluable leader and problem-solver.

Until next time…

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