Month: February 2023
Cisco to acquire startup Valtix to beef up its multi-cloud network security
Few organizations use a single cloud infrastructure vendor, and figuring out how to configure security across multiple clouds can be a challenge for companies. Cisco announced over the weekend that it intends to acquire Valtix, a startup that helps companies secure their environments across multiple clouds. The terms of the deal were not disclosed, which
Cisco to acquire startup Valtix to beef up its multi-cloud network security by Ron Miller originally published on TechCrunch
Few organizations use a single cloud infrastructure vendor, and figuring out how to configure security across multiple clouds can be a challenge for companies. Cisco announced over the weekend that it intends to acquire Valtix, a startup that helps companies secure their environments across multiple clouds.
The terms of the deal were not disclosed, which means it’s not a large enough transaction to have to be reported by a public company.
Perhaps it’s not a coincidence that Cisco was an investor in the company, so has seen the company personnel and the product up close. “As a strategic investor in Valtix since 2020, Cisco supports Valtix’s commitment to simplify network security, protecting workloads no matter which cloud they are created or consumed in,” Cisco security business group SVP and chief product officer Raj Chopra wrote in a blog post announcing the deal.
“With their cloud-native, easy-to-use control plane, they enable customers with common policy and enforcements of networking across all major public cloud environments,” he added.
It’s not hard to see what Cisco likes about this company, especially as it relates to network security in a modern context, an area that Cisco has been trying to get into increasingly as it moves from a pure networking company to one that tries to focus more on software services and the cloud, chiefly through acquisition.
Valtix should fit in with other security company acquisitions in recent years including Duo Security in 2018 and Kenna Security in 2021. Valtix launched in 2020. It raised over $26 million along the way, per Crunchbase, including a $12.5 million Series A in 2021 in which Cisco Investments participated.
The companies expect the deal to close by the end of Q3 FY2023. For context, Cisco most recently announced Q2 FY2023 earnings on February 15th, so that would be by the next quarterly report if there are no roadblocks. Should all go smoothly, Valtix will be folded into Cisco’s security business group upon closing.
Cisco to acquire startup Valtix to beef up its multi-cloud network security by Ron Miller originally published on TechCrunch
Netflix is making a stop-motion Pokémon series
A Psyduck on a beach. | Image: Netflix / The Pokémon Company
Though Netflix has become one of the only reliable places to stream the Pokémon anime, the streamer’s gearing up to launch an intriguing series of its own.
During this week’s Pokémon Presents stream, The Pokémon Company announced Pokémon Concierge, a new stop-motion animated series produced by Dwarf Studio that will chronicle the goings-on at a resort for pokémon. During a brief presentation about the series, Minyoung Kim, Netflix’s vice president of content for the Asia-Pacific region, described the show as featuring a wholly new story meant to “expand the Pokémon universe.”
“The series, which will be set at the Pokémon Resort, follows the story of concierge Haru and the many Pokémon who visit as guests,” Kim said.
Though Netflix showed off the tiniest bit of Pokémon Concierge, featuring a Psyduck waddling across the beach and a still image of Haru, there are no details currently about when Pokémon Concierge is slated to debut.
A Psyduck on a beach. | Image: Netflix / The Pokémon Company
Though Netflix has become one of the only reliable places to stream the Pokémon anime, the streamer’s gearing up to launch an intriguing series of its own.
During this week’s Pokémon Presents stream, The Pokémon Company announced Pokémon Concierge, a new stop-motion animated series produced by Dwarf Studio that will chronicle the goings-on at a resort for pokémon. During a brief presentation about the series, Minyoung Kim, Netflix’s vice president of content for the Asia-Pacific region, described the show as featuring a wholly new story meant to “expand the Pokémon universe.”
“The series, which will be set at the Pokémon Resort, follows the story of concierge Haru and the many Pokémon who visit as guests,” Kim said.
Though Netflix showed off the tiniest bit of Pokémon Concierge, featuring a Psyduck waddling across the beach and a still image of Haru, there are no details currently about when Pokémon Concierge is slated to debut.
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Don’t Miss This Rare Chance to Save $200 On a New M2 MacBook Pro – CNET
The 2023 M2 MacBook Pro is one of Apple’s most powerful laptops to date, and right now you can snag the 14-inch model on sale for $1,799.
The 2023 M2 MacBook Pro is one of Apple’s most powerful laptops to date, and right now you can snag the 14-inch model on sale for $1,799.
Qualcomm CEO Expects Apple’s 5G Chip to Start Rolling Out Next Year
Speaking at the MWC 2023 conference today, Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon said Apple’s rumored 5G chip could be ready next year.
“We expect that Apple will do their own modem in 2024, but if they need ours they know where to find us,” said Amon, in an interview with The Wall Street Journal’s Joanna Stern. His comment was shared by tech analyst Carolina Milanesi.
Qualcomm is currently the exclusive supplier of 5G modems for Apple devices, including the entire iPhone 14 lineup, but Apple has long been rumored to be designing its own 5G chip as an in-house replacement. Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman last month reported that Apple initially plans to use the chip in just one new product, such as a high-end iPhone model, and would fully phase out Qualcomm’s modems about three years later.
Based on the 2024 timeframe that Amon provided, it’s possible that Apple’s 5G chip could debut in at least one iPhone 16 model. It’s also possible that Apple could introduce the 5G chip in a lower-volume product first, such as an iPad. It’s unclear how Apple’s chip would perform compared to Qualcomm’s modems, but the switch to an in-house design would likely reduce Apple’s production costs over time.
In the meantime, all iPhone 15 models are expected to be equipped with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X70 modem, which has further cellular speed and power efficiency improvements compared to the Snapdragon X65 found in all iPhone 14 models. Qualcomm also recently announced its latest Snapdragon X75 modem, which could still be used in some of Apple’s future devices amid the gradual transition to its own 5G chip.Tags: Qualcomm, iPhone 16
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Speaking at the MWC 2023 conference today, Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon said Apple’s rumored 5G chip could be ready next year.
“We expect that Apple will do their own modem in 2024, but if they need ours they know where to find us,” said Amon, in an interview with The Wall Street Journal‘s Joanna Stern. His comment was shared by tech analyst Carolina Milanesi.
Qualcomm is currently the exclusive supplier of 5G modems for Apple devices, including the entire iPhone 14 lineup, but Apple has long been rumored to be designing its own 5G chip as an in-house replacement. Bloomberg‘s Mark Gurman last month reported that Apple initially plans to use the chip in just one new product, such as a high-end iPhone model, and would fully phase out Qualcomm’s modems about three years later.
Based on the 2024 timeframe that Amon provided, it’s possible that Apple’s 5G chip could debut in at least one iPhone 16 model. It’s also possible that Apple could introduce the 5G chip in a lower-volume product first, such as an iPad. It’s unclear how Apple’s chip would perform compared to Qualcomm’s modems, but the switch to an in-house design would likely reduce Apple’s production costs over time.
In the meantime, all iPhone 15 models are expected to be equipped with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X70 modem, which has further cellular speed and power efficiency improvements compared to the Snapdragon X65 found in all iPhone 14 models. Qualcomm also recently announced its latest Snapdragon X75 modem, which could still be used in some of Apple’s future devices amid the gradual transition to its own 5G chip.
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Xiaomi launches Xiaomi 13 and 13 Pro with starting price of $1,000 to take on Apple and Samsung
In June 2021, Chinese smartphone giant Xiaomi overtook Apple and Samsung to become the world’s largest smartphone maker. Xiaomi has since slipped to third place a year later due to a very rough year that saw its smartphone shipments declining 26% year-on-year.
In June 2021, Chinese smartphone giant Xiaomi overtook Apple and Samsung to become the world’s largest smartphone maker. Xiaomi has since slipped to third place a year later due to a very rough year that saw its smartphone shipments declining 26% year-on-year. […]
Pokémon Sleep, which you play by sleeping, is out this year
The Pokémon Company has finally revealed some details on its most anticipated product: Pokémon Sleep. The mobile app was first announced in 2019, and today, during a livestream, the company revealed a pair of trailers that show off the actual experience.
Essentially, the game is a sleep tracker, where you interact with the pokémon in the app by, well, sleeping. Depending how you snooze — sleep is divided into three types: dozing, snoozing, and slumbering — you’ll attract different kinds of creatures.
Here’s a better look at how it works:
Alongside the game, a new device was also revealed: Pokémon Go Plus Plus. It’s a new version of the Pokémon Go companion device that works both as a sleep tracker for Pokémon Sleep and as a tool for Pokémon Go — although it appears it’s not necessary for playing Sleep, which only requires a smartphone. Here’s a closer look at the device:
Pokémon Sleep doesn’t have a release date yet, but it’s slated to launch this year on both iOS and Android.
The Pokémon Company has finally revealed some details on its most anticipated product: Pokémon Sleep. The mobile app was first announced in 2019, and today, during a livestream, the company revealed a pair of trailers that show off the actual experience.
Essentially, the game is a sleep tracker, where you interact with the pokémon in the app by, well, sleeping. Depending how you snooze — sleep is divided into three types: dozing, snoozing, and slumbering — you’ll attract different kinds of creatures.
Here’s a better look at how it works:
Alongside the game, a new device was also revealed: Pokémon Go Plus Plus. It’s a new version of the Pokémon Go companion device that works both as a sleep tracker for Pokémon Sleep and as a tool for Pokémon Go — although it appears it’s not necessary for playing Sleep, which only requires a smartphone. Here’s a closer look at the device:
Pokémon Sleep doesn’t have a release date yet, but it’s slated to launch this year on both iOS and Android.
Cleveland Browns Owners Agree to Buy a Share of the N.B.A.’s Bucks
Marc Lasry, co-owner of the Milwaukee Bucks, has reached a deal to sell his share to Jimmy and Dee Haslam.
Marc Lasry, co-owner of the Milwaukee Bucks, has reached a deal to sell his share to Jimmy and Dee Haslam.
Microsoft unveils a new Azure platform to drive the future of 5G and beyond
Low latency and improved bandwidth are on the way as Microsoft Azure turns its attention to the 5G networks.
Microsoft has announced details of a new Azure platform that it says will see cloud and edge come closer together through the power of 5G.
Speaking at its MWC 2023 launch, Microsoft says it’s time to move away from legacy systems as 5G development continues to accelerate, citing improved bandwidth, reliability, and reduced latency as some of the key benefits of 5G connections.
The latest iteration of Azure for Operators will allow companies to modernize their networks, resulting in improved cost efficiency and the rollout of new services.
Microsoft Azure for Operators
For Azure for Operators, Microsoft has moved the engineering and program organization from AT&T’s Network Cloud 2.7 Software technology (which it acquired in June 2021) into Azure for Operators.
Microsoft claims that Azure Operator Distributed Services combines the best of AT&T’s and Azure’s offerings, such as security, monitoring, analytics, AI, and machine learning.
“Imagine the benefits to communities and organizations that have access to improved bandwidth, reliability, and reduced latency, while leveraging the rich capabilities of cloud-to-edge technology without compromise to security, critical services, or key workloads,” noted Jason Zander, Microsoft EVP, Strategic Missions and Technologies.
“With the most complete offerings for the telecommunications industry, Microsoft is the ideal cloud provider to help operators with their digital transformation journey and enable them to deliver these innovative services to their consumer, enterprise, and public sector customers.”
“We are pleased with Microsoft’s plan to evolve Network Cloud and integrate it with Azure technologies to create hybrid telco-grade Azure Operator Distributed Services,” noted AT&T Executive VP and CTO of Network Services, Andre Fuetsch.
“This will enable AT&T and other operators to host Network Functions on clouds spanning telco premises and public cloud and will help us realize the many benefits of the cloud-native approach and Azure innovation including additional speed, resiliency, security, cost, and operational improvements.”
At the same time, Microsoft has announced the private preview of the Azure Operator 5G Core and public preview of the Azure Private 5G Core, designed with the secure deployment of private 4G and 5G networks in mind. With Industry 4.0 and IoT at their hearts, use cases could include smart cities and autonomous vehicles.
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