The Latest in Tech: New Offerings from AT&T, HPE, Ooma, and More

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Infinidat has recently announced the launch of new all-flash and hybrid arrays, as well as several updates to their portfolio. According to the storage vendor, the new G4 hybrid and SSA G4 arrays offer improved performance. Additionally, Infinidat customers now have the ability to integrate their arrays with SOC, SIEM, and SOAR applications, enhancing the cybersecurity functionality of the portfolio.

In the world of low-Earth orbit (LEO) satellites, both AT&T and Verizon have made significant developments. AT&T has signed an agreement with AST SpaceMobile to launch five commercial satellites into low-Earth orbit, with the goal of creating a “space-based broadband network direct to everyday cellphones.” Meanwhile, Verizon has announced a $100 million capital injection for AST.

In the cloud arena, the Microsoft Azure OpenAI Service has received updates, including “cloud guides” to assist partners and customers in optimizing quality and performance. Nutanix has also unveiled the latest version of its AI platform, GPT-in-a-Box 2.0, enabling businesses to build and deploy large language models, machine learning operations, and generative AI applications.

At the IBM Think conference, the company announced changes to its Watsonx AI and data platform, as well as new Watsonx assistance. IBM has introduced new models of Granite, foundational for AI, which partners and customers can access on HuggingFace and Github.

Genesys and ServiceNow have collaborated on a customer and employee experience solution for their joint customers, combining Genesys’ CX/CCaaS platform with ServiceNow’s customer service management (CSM) software. Granite Telecommunications has also patented a managed power distribution unit called the Granite edgeboot, which automates the process of monitoring for issues and rebooting networks.

In the realm of communications platforms, Avaya Experience CCaaS has been updated with Microsoft integrations, as well as a native integration with Zoom Workplace. Lookout, a mobile security provider, has made its endpoint detection and response (EDR) software available on Pax8’s marketplace, enabling MSPs to resell the technology to their customers.

Additionally, GoTo’s IT management and support now includes scam detection capabilities, powered by custom trained AI. SADA Systems has introduced the GenAI Journey Accelerator, an online maturity assessment that assists businesses in improving their AI operations.

On the storage front, HPE has announced an AWS-focused storage offering called GreenLake Block Storage for Amazon Web Services (AWS), now available as an as-a-service offering deployed through an AWS account.

Lastly, Informatica has announced a GPT residing within its Data Management Cloud, available to North American customers. Ooma Office has rolled out a new “Contact Us” widget for businesses to place on their websites, alongside updates including an auto dialer for outbound calls and scheduled SMS.

In conclusion, technology providers across various segments are embracing automation and AI to enhance their offerings, catering to the needs of both channel partners and end users. The constant stream of updates and new products in the tech industry underscores the commitment to innovation and growth in the marketplace.