The Six Five Insider at IBM Analyst Day with Rob Thomas and Dr Dario Gil

On this episode of The Six Five - On the Road, hosts Krista Macomber and Will Townsend are joined by Microsoft's Sherrod DeGrippo, Director of Threat Intelligence Strategy at Microsoft Secure for a conversation on the evolving landscape of AI and cybersecurity and how Microsoft Copilot for Security can be used to enhance threat intelligence strategies.

Their discussion covers:

• How attackers utilize new AI capabilities and Microsoft's strategies to assist organizations in combating these increasingly sophisticated threats.

• The potential for AI to revolutionize cybersecurity with a focus on proactive threat detection.

• The impact of Microsoft Copilot for Security on the daily routines of threat analysts.

• The effects of generative AI on attack methods, the current state of AI integration within security tools, and the anticipated adoption rate within the industry.

• Addressing the cyber-security skills gap with the help of generative AI.

On this episode of The Six Five - On the Road, hosts Krista Macomber and Will Townsend are joined by Microsoft's Brandon Dixon, Partner Group Product Manager, Copilot for Security at Microsoft Secure for a conversation on Microsoft Copilot for Security and how it's revolutionizing the field of cybersecurity with the power of AI.

Their discussion covers:

• The advantages and key features of Microsoft Copilot for Security in a market flooded with AI-empowered security solutions.

• Microsoft's strategic decision to offer Copilot for Security both as a standalone experience and embedded across its product portfolio.

• Looking ahead, what is most exciting about the future of AI in the security industry.

On this episode of The Six Five - On the Road, hosts Krista Macomber and Will Townsend are joined by Microsoft's Vasu Jakkal, Corporate Vice President, Microsoft Security Business at Microsoft Secure for a conversation on the evolving landscape of cybersecurity and the official roll-out of Microsoft Copilot for Security.

Their discussion covers:

• The customer feedback and adoption hurdles of Microsoft Copilot for Security, highlighting its year-long journey before general availability.

• The crucial role of identity management in cybersecurity, and how Microsoft Copilot for Security aids in bolstering defenses.

• Other security challenges voiced by customers and how Microsoft's suite of tools, including Copilot for Security, aims to address them.

• Insights into Microsoft's strategies for empowering partners in the IT distribution channel to better support customer security needs.

• The introduction of a new pricing model for Microsoft Copilot for Security intended to streamline adoption and enhance access across sectors.

What happens when two GPUs go head-to-head in an AI race? Tech it Out with The Six Five's host Diana Blass inside Qualcomm's booth at Mobile World Congress, where she had the chance to check out the latest in on-device AI and connectivity with Qualcomm's Durga Malladi.

On this episode of The Six Five – On The Road, join hosts Daniel Newman and Patrick Moorhead for a conversation with Yossi Cohen, President and CEO at Ericsson North America at MWC 2024 on new innovations and the future of 5G networks.

Their discussion covers:

• A brief introduction from Yossi Cohen on his new role as President and CEO

• An overview on the first half of the 5G deployment cycle 

• Insights into new innovations and what can we expect to see in the second half of the 5G deployment cycle

• The role AI and ASICs play within cellular networks

On this episode of The Six Five On the Road, host Patrick Moorhead welcomes Charles Ferland, VP & GM, Edge Computing & Communication Services Providers (Telco), Infrastructure Solutions Group at Lenovo at MWC 2024. Their conversation dives into the forefront of edge computing innovations, particularly focusing on Edge AI and its implications for telecommunications companies.

The discussion covers:

• An introduction to edge computing and Lenovo's pioneering role in Edge AI.

• The uniqueness and recent advancements in edge computing technology.

• How edge computing enables Communication Service Providers (CommSPs) to expand their service offerings.

• Lenovo's partnership with Telefonica: achievements and insights.

• The challenges faced and benefits realized through the deployment of edge computing solutions.

Learn more at Lenovo's Edge Computing Page.

On this episode of The Six Five - On the Road, hosts Daniel Newman and Patrick Moorhead welcome Dominique Vanhamme, ED CommSP Segment, Infrastructure Solutions Group at Lenovo and Mehran Hadipour, VP Global Alliances, Rakuten Symphony Inc. (A Rakuten Group Company). Their conversation delves into the future of AI at the edge and how their newly announced solutions are set to revolutionize the adoption and integration of AI in businesses.

Their discussion covers:

• The synergy between Lenovo and Rakuten Symphony, highlighting the collaboration's objectives and the role of Lenovo's newly announced solutions in advancing AI integration in businesses

• Understanding the appeal of Lenovo and Rakuten Symphony for companies seeking AI at the edge solutions, and why they stand out in the marketplace

• Insights into customer needs and pain points that inspired the joint solutions by Lenovo and Rakuten, along with the anticipated value these solutions will provide to customers

• Predictions around the evolution of the telecommunications sector and Lenovo's strategic position within that transformation

Learn more at Lenovo and Rakuten Symphony Inc.

On this episode of The Six Five - On the Road, hosts Daniel Newman and Patrick Moorhead welcome Lenovo's Kirk Skaugen, Executive Vice President and President, Lenovo ISG, for a conversation on Lenovo's role in transforming the telecommunications industry with innovative Edge AI technologies.

Their discussion covers:

• Overview of Lenovo's announcements at MWC and their implications for the telecommunications sector

• Lenovo's specific engagements and advancements within the mobile communications industry at MWC

• How Lenovo stands out in the AI market, particularly in competitive environments like trade shows

Learn more about Lenovo.

On this episode of The Six Five – On the Road, hosts Daniel Newman and Patrick Moorhead welcome Saadat Malik, VP and GM of Edge Computing, Software-Defined Edge Division, Broadcom, for a conversation on bringing compute capabilities to all edges in the technology landscape during MWC 2024.

Their discussion covers:

• How the edge computing space has evolved over the last two decades

• The integration of Edge Compute into the concept of the Software-Defined Edge

• The diverse environments where Edge Compute can be significant

• The benefits of unifying compute and connectivity at the edge for customers

• The major challenges customers face in deploying compute solutions at the edge

Learn more at Broadcom.

On this episode of The Six Five - On the Road, hosts Daniel Newman and Patrick Moorhead welcome Abe Ankumah, Head of SD-WAN & SASE, Software-Defined Edge Division, Broadcom, for a conversation on enabling secure, reliable, and ubiquitous connectivity with the Software-Defined Edge.

Their discussion covers:

• The role of SASE and SD-WAN in the Software-Defined Edge and how Broadcom, formerly VMware, is advancing this concept

• Introduction to the new single-vendor SASE solution unveiled at MWC by the SASE and SD-WAN team

• Features and expectations for the new VMware VeloCloud SASE, secured by Symantec.

• Predicted responses from managed service partners towards Broadcom's single vendor SASE solution

• Highlights from Broadcom's demonstrations on the show floor at MWC

Learn more at Broadcom.