Eric Hanselman is the chief analyst at S&P Global Market Intelligence. He coordinates industry analysis across the broad portfolio of technology, media and telecommunications research disciplines, with an extensive, hands-on understanding of a range of subject areas, including information security, networks and semiconductors and their intersection in areas such as SDN/NFV, 5G and edge computing. Eric helps S&P Global’s clients navigate these turbulent waters and capitalize on potential outcomes. He is a member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, a Certified Information Systems Security Professional and a VMware Certified Professional. He is also a frequent speaker at leading industry conferences and hosts the Next in Tech technology podcast.
Announcing its largest purchase since it went private a half-decade ago, Sophos says it will pay $789 million for MSSP SecureWorks. The deal ends the target's ownership by Dell and paves the way to an integration that Sophos believes will enhance its managed security services expertise.
Software is everywhere, but some of it is behind a curtain, and is unseen. Device firmware is the embedded part of product functionality that is less visible than the operating software and applications that people interact with. It is the foundation of the operation of everything from computers to cars, routers, security devices and phones. While it might be out of sight, firmware should not be out of mind.
At the most recent VMware Explore conference, a revived definition of private cloud led a newly streamlined product set; major news was the announcement of VMware Cloud Foundation 9. The first conference after the Broadcom acquisition was a smaller event, but one with greater focus.
Its heightened global reach due to the integration of its acquisition of Masergy in 2021 and a strong foundation in secure networking gives Comcast Business the means to contend for large enterprise contracts, both within the US and internationally. It's an ongoing evolution from the company's roots serving smaller businesses.
At its Analyst Summit 2024, the company showcased its latest 50G passive optical network and fiber-to-the-room technologies, aiming to outpace competitors. With AI's role in 5G at the forefront, Huawei painted a futuristic datacenter scenario to meet AI's insatiable demands.
The company's share price has increased by almost 200% in the last 12 months on the expectation that AI will return it to growth and accelerate its importance as a foundational component. Dell's challenge now is to meet demand with development and innovation across hardware and software stacks.
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