VETRO’s Brian Mefford just returned from an incredible experience at CENIC’s “The Right Connection” conference in Monterey, CA! This event truly lived up to its name, bringing together some of the brightest minds in the tech industry.
The lineup was phenomenal – we’re talking world-class experts diving deep into cutting-edge topics like cybersecurity, quantum networking, and even generative AI.
Here are some key takeaways:
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Cybersecurity on High Alert: The discussions around the evolving cybersecurity threat landscape were eye-opening. It’s clear that staying ahead of cybercriminals requires constant vigilance and collaboration. ️
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Quantum Leaps in Networking: The potential of quantum networking is mind-boggling! Experts painted a picture of a future with ultra-secure and insanely fast communication – a game-changer for every industry.
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Generative AI: The Future is Now: The presentations on generative AI were nothing short of inspiring. The ability of AI to create new and innovative content is already having a massive impact, and it’s only going to get more impressive.
“Bootstrapping Cyberinfrastructure in the CSU: Making the Right Connections to Networks, Hardware, and Collaborators” was an especially interesting panel as it created a fascinating discussion on leveraging the power of collaboration to build a robust cyberinfrastructure for the entire CSU research community.
The panel emphasized the importance of actively engaging faculty across campuses. They highlighted various strategies used to identify specific research infrastructure needs, ensuring the new system directly addresses researcher challenges.
The panelists also discussed successful strategies for developing joint NSF proposals to secure funding for these cyberinfrastructure initiatives. This collaborative approach strengthens proposals and maximizes resource allocation.
Overall, CENIC’s “The Right Connection” was an electrifying event that left me feeling energized and optimistic about the future of technology. A huge shoutout to the organizers for putting together such a stellar conference!
– Brian Mefford, VP Broadband Strategy
About VETRO
At VETRO, we believe visualizing data unlocks hidden potential, radically simplifying the way businesses operate and digitizing the future of connectivity. We focus on empowering network operators with unparalleled clarity and control over their fiber networks, enabling them to move faster, better, and more efficiently than ever before. Our revolutionary platform isn’t just software – it’s the physical network asset system of record, offering unprecedented visibility and control from strategic planning to daily operations. We empower our customers to bridge the digital divide at a rapid pace, unlock unforeseen opportunities, and squeeze the maximum value from their networks. Let’s illuminate the unseen, digitize the way we connect, and shape the future of connectivity, together.
