Telemetry Now

In this news episode, Phil Gervasi and Justin Ryburn cover some of the latest tech headlines, such as Starlink entering the service provider space with Community Gateways, OpenAI raising $40 billion for AGI development, Comcast acquiring Nitel to expand its channel distribution strategy, and AWS announcing support for VPC route server running BGP. Tune in for the latest news and a quick roundup of upcoming network industry events.

In this episode of Telemetry Now, we explore why AI workloads require a fundamentally different approach to data center networking. From Ethernet vs. InfiniBand to mitigating issues with packet loss, latency, and link flapping, along with emerging standards from the Ultra Ethernet Consortium, we unpack the technologies reshaping how AI infrastructure is built.

Ryan Booth, an expert in AI-assisted software development, joins Phillip Gervasi to discuss the innovative concept of vibe coding. They explore how this approach allows developers to engage in a fluid, conversational style of code creation with AI tools. The discussion includes the challenges of debugging, maintaining control, and navigating technical debt while leveraging AI. Booth emphasizes experimenting with different tools and learning through trial and error, highlighting the evolving dynamics between engineering and AI in shaping the future of software development.

In this Telemetry News Now episode, hosts Phil Gervasi and Justin Ryburn discuss Microsoft's decision to shut down Skype after more than two decades, explore TSMC's massive $165 billion investment to expand semiconductor manufacturing in the US, and talk about the latest AI trends and strategic partnerships emerging from Mobile World Congress. They also highlight Starlink's ongoing efforts to expand connectivity in India and a roundup of upcoming network industry events.

Host Philip Gervasi sits down with Walid Mathlouthi, head of the Infrastructure Division at the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), to explore how this 160-year-old United Nations agency shapes global connectivity. Walid shares insights from his remarkable journey, spanning groundbreaking research in optics, impactful roles at AT&T and Google Fiber, and now leading global initiatives at the ITU. We discuss how the ITU manages critical spectrum and satellite resources, tackles challenges like cross-border interference, and spearheads ambitious efforts like the Giga project to connect underserved communities worldwide.

In this Telemetry News Now episode, special guest Scott Robohn joins us to discuss Broadcom’s interest in Intel, Cisco’s AI partnership with NVIDIA, the Stargate AI data center initiative, and the future of vendor-neutral certifications. Plus, is AI-driven search changing how we find information? Tune in for the latest tech insights.

Jason Gintert and Chris Kane of the US Networking User Association join Telemetry Now host Phil Gervasi to discuss the origins, mission, and future of the (US)NUA, the grassroots organization bringing network engineers and technologists of all stripes together through local meetups around the country. Learn what goes on at the local user groups, why in-person networking matters, where to find a meetup near you, and how you can get involved.

In this Telemetry News Now episode, hosts Phil Gervasi and Justin Ryburn explore Nokia’s CEO shake-up, Cisco’s eye-opening AI readiness study, and the real budget behind Chinese AI startup DeepSeek. They also examine France’s major AI investments, T-Mobile’s Starlink-powered satellite texting service, and the DOJ’s pushback on HPE’s proposed acquisition of Juniper. Plus, they break down Sony’s PlayStation outage and share details on upcoming industry events.

Have you ever had that heart-stopping moment when a single command brings down the network? In this final episode in our customer series, Phillip Gervasi is joined by Avi Freedman, Joe DePalo, and Jezzibell Gilmore to share some epic network outage stories—from fire suppression disasters to automation gone wrong and catastrophic BGP mishaps. Packed with hard-learned lessons and a few “hold my beer” moments, this episode is a must-listen for any network engineer.

In this Telemetry News Now episode, hosts Phil Gervasi and Justin Ryburn discuss the latest in AI and networking, including the game-changing release of DeepSeek R1, a Chinese open-source AI model that rivals OpenAI and sent NVIDIA's stock plunging 17%. They also talk Cisco’s new AI security solution, the stalled HPE-Juniper acquisition, TikTok’s brief U.S. ban and reinstatement, and proposed tariffs on AI chip-making equipment. Plus, they highlight upcoming industry events like NANOG and APRICOT. Tune in for expert insights on AI’s global impact, cybersecurity, and networking trends.