Well hello everyone, it’s been a minute (or many) since my last blog post, but I’m excited to say that the major project I’ve been working on for the last 18+ months has come to a conclusion (well, for me at least 😉 ) and I’m looking forward to investing more time in blogs, videos, and getting back out there. I have several topics I’m looking to dive into, but coming back from Cisco Live…
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The software supply chain (SSC) serves as the backbone of software development, encompassing every stage from code creation to deployment infrastructure. However, the very interconnectedness that makes the SSC efficient also renders it vulnerable to escalating cyber threats. The urgency of software supply chain security Software supply chain security (SSCS) is paramount in safeguarding the integrity and security of software throughout its lifecycle. The gravity of reinforcing SSCS is underscored by the “State of Software…
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As web application cyberattacks surge, defenders are on the frontline of an ever-evolving battlefield. With adversaries leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to sharpen their assaults, defenders face unprecedented challenges. However, AI isn’t just empowering attackers — it’s also emerging as a crucial ally for defenders. Organizations can use AI’s capabilities and implement strong security training to identify and neutralize threats. Rest assured, the rise in web application attacks signifies a persistent shift rather than a passing…
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Cisco Live US 2024 brought together over 21,000 professionals, business leaders, and partners from around the world to discuss the latest trends, technologies, and solutions in the networking and communications industry. As AI took center stage throughout the week, I was able to share the implications its advancement is having on the manufacturing industry, specifically how intelligent Industrial IoT networks are enabling manufacturers to reduce their downtime, increase their production throughput and equipment effectiveness, while…
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Artificial intelligence was a central theme at Cisco Live US 2024, and it’s clear AI has already made significant strides in reshaping our world. Cisco’s AI-powered innovations build digital resilience by uniquely combining the power of the network with industry-leading security, observability, and data. They simplify adoption and offer visibility and insight across the entire digital footprint, and for those overseeing critical infrastructure, the potential benefits are clear. Undoubtedly, the latest technology offers the promise…
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In 2021, Cisco published a blog post on Simprints’ touchless, facial biometric ID technology. See how Simprints is now working to open-source this solution and assemble inclusive and ethical AI training datasets with support from Cisco’s Global Impact Grant program. The case for biometric identification Safe, reliable, and portable forms of ID are necessary to access critical services like healthcare and humanitarian aid. But an estimated 850 million people globally lack formal ID, making it…
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Developer experience changes rapidly. Many developers and the Cisco DevNet community utilize Generative AI tools and language models for code generation and troubleshooting. Better data – better model completion The main challenge for GenAI users is finding valid data for their prompts or Vector Databases. Developers and engineers need to care about the data they plan to use for LLMs/GenAI interaction. OpenAPI documentations is now available to download The OpenAPI documentation is a specification that…
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Artificial intelligence is continuing to evolve and advance at a rapid rate. Its heightened integration into business models has grown, with large language models (LLMs) like GPT-4 (the one that is arguably dominating most of the recent discourse) continuing to illustrate possibilities and risks. While the technological breakthrough of GPT-4 holds immense potential for streamlining tasks and augmenting human teams, it also raises several security concerns and risks accelerating cybercrime. A recent report suggested that…
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A deliberate approach is essential for AI to be net positive, and that human-in-the-loop (HILT), and its natural successor reinforcement learning from human feedback (RLHF), are essential components of this. What is HILT? To understand HILT, we must first understand machine learning. Machine learning is when the computer is able to learn from data. LLM (large language model) chatbots are made possible by machine learning. A concrete and easy to understand example of machine…
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Energy, excitement, transformation, and innovation – these are a few words to describe last week’s Cisco Live 2024 in Las Vegas! This record-breaking event that brought together 21,000 technology enthusiasts, industry leaders, and visionaries was by far my favourite Cisco Live yet. Here’s why: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning were everywhere Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) were everywhere – and are driving innovation, automation, and intelligent decision-making across all industries. Many valuable insights,…
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Introduction Cloud computing services have grown exponentially in