A new standard initiative aims to untangle the messy controller layer of software-defined optical networks. Led by ZTE, the TAPI standard seeks to create a common language for different vendors’ equipment, a key step toward fully automated, AI-driven networks.
The founder behind Apstra is back with a new networking startup targeting AI infrastructure challenges. Aria Networks promises microsecond-level telemetry to handle the unique demands of GPU clusters. This comes as AI networking requirements diverge from traditional cloud architectures.
Lumen Technologies is marking CEO Kate Johnson’s three-year anniversary with major partnership announcements. The company unveiled Lumen x Meter, a click-to-buy networking service combining WAN and LAN capabilities. This represents Lumen’s broader shift toward value-added strategic services for ente
In an era of wireless everything, Ethernet maintains critical advantages for desktop computing. From latency-sensitive gaming to bandwidth-heavy work, the wired connection proves its enduring value despite installation challenges.
