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Alistair Miller

Our resident Mobile, Network and DevOps expert is Alistair Miller. With a finger on the pulse of emerging technologies, Alistair's body of work is a favorite among businesses looking to quickly harness the benefits of new tech. With an expansive portfolio dedicated to technology, Alistair produces content that keeps readers on the cutting edge. 
Modernizing Storage for Real-Time Analytics and AI
AI and ML
Modernizing Storage for Real-Time Analytics and AI

The exponential growth of data-intensive workloads has fundamentally transformed the storage layer from a static back-end utility into a high-velocity engine that dictates the success of modern artificial intelligence and real-time decision-making systems. In the current landscape of 2026, the efficiency of an algorithm is no longer the sole determinant of analytical success; rather, the underlying infrastructure must now support

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Using Premortems to Avoid Data Modernization Pitfalls
Data Science
Using Premortems to Avoid Data Modernization Pitfalls

The moment a billion-dollar data architecture project receives final approval is usually the same moment that the hidden seeds of its eventual collapse begin to sprout beneath the surface of organizational optimism. Modernizing a data stack is often treated as a purely technical milestone, yet many projects fail despite perfect architecture. The premortem offers a psychological shift in strategy, moving

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Is the OnePlus 16 Worth Its Massive Price Increase?
Mobile
Is the OnePlus 16 Worth Its Massive Price Increase?

Silicon-carbon battery technology allows for a much higher energy density, enabling the device to house a 9,000mAh cell without becoming excessively bulky. This engineering feat serves as the centerpiece for the OnePlus 16, a device that marks a radical departure from the brand’s previous value-oriented identity. The shift signifies a transformation into a luxury tier manufacturer, but it comes at

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How Will AI-Native RAN Scale Across Global Networks?
Networking
How Will AI-Native RAN Scale Across Global Networks?

As the telecommunications landscape shifts from laboratory testing to full-scale deployment, the integration of artificial intelligence within the Radio Access Network (RAN) has become the defining frontier for global carriers. Dominic Jainy, a seasoned expert in machine learning and network infrastructure, joins us to discuss how industry leaders are navigating this critical transition. With a focus on moving beyond the

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How to Create a Fully Functional Portable Linux Desktop
End User Computing
How to Create a Fully Functional Portable Linux Desktop

Transitioning from a standard stationary desktop to a hardware-independent operating system allows users to carry their entire digital workspace within a single pocket-sized USB drive. This approach moves beyond the limitations of cloud storage or remote desktop solutions by providing a complete, localized computing environment that does not rely on a constant high-speed internet connection or third-party server availability. While

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Analysis of the 2026 Data Classification Market and Top Vendors
Data Science
Analysis of the 2026 Data Classification Market and Top Vendors

Microsoft Purview provides an immediate classification-to-action pipeline by natively embedding sensitivity labels into the tools employees use for daily work. In the current cybersecurity landscape of 2026, data classification has transcended its origins as a secondary compliance task to become the essential foundation of the entire security stack. As organizations grapple with petabytes of unstructured data spread across hybrid clouds,

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Bitcoin Mining vs. AI: Which Model Wins the Future?
Fintech Blockchain
Bitcoin Mining vs. AI: Which Model Wins the Future?

Bitcoin miners are finding that their established access to power grids provides a strategic advantage when competing for lucrative long-term AI hosting contracts. This shift is reshaping the industrial landscape as digital asset firms repurpose their vast electrical capacities to meet the insatiable appetite of large language models and neural network processing. The economic engine driving these two sectors, however,

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The Transformation of Software Engineering via AI and DevOps
DevOps
The Transformation of Software Engineering via AI and DevOps

Internal Developer Platforms are emerging as the preferred method for delivering DevOps practices by utilizing self-service workflows to hide underlying infrastructure complexity. This structural shift reflects a broader commitment to developer experience, where the cognitive load of managing multi-cloud environments is abstracted away, allowing software engineers to return to their core competency of writing impactful code. The integration of artificial

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Fixing the Critical Failures of Cybersecurity Training
Cyber Security
Fixing the Critical Failures of Cybersecurity Training

In an era where digital defenses are more sophisticated than ever, the most persistent vulnerability remains the human factor. Dominic Jainy, a seasoned IT professional specializing in artificial intelligence and machine learning, brings a unique perspective to how organizations can bridge the gap between technical security and human behavior. This discussion delves into the critical failures of modern cybersecurity training,

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AI-Driven Network Instability Detection – Review
Networking
AI-Driven Network Instability Detection – Review

A sudden drop in high-definition video throughput or a silent failure in the IP Multimedia Subsystem can frustrate millions of users before a network operations center even registers a single red light on their dashboard. In the current landscape of 2026, the sheer density of connected devices and the complexity of hybrid cloud environments have rendered traditional, reactive monitoring obsolete.

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Is the China-Only OnePlus 16 Worth the Import Risk?
Mobile
Is the China-Only OnePlus 16 Worth the Import Risk?

Software limitations inherent in the Chinese version prevent the device from utilizing common Western smart features like Wear OS and global eSIM profiles. This reality creates a profound divide between the hardware prowess of the OnePlus 16 and its practical utility for consumers outside of mainland China. As the brand retreats from its former strongholds in North America and Europe,

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North.cloud Secures $60M to Automate AI Cloud Cost Management
Cloud
North.cloud Secures $60M to Automate AI Cloud Cost Management

The release of North v3 expands the startup’s reach by offering native support for Microsoft Azure alongside established integrations for AWS and Google Cloud. This significant update arrives as the company announces a substantial sixty million dollar Series B funding round, spearheaded by PeakSpan Capital and supported by a robust syndicate including Litquidity Ventures and Companyon Ventures. The investment signals

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