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The Connectivity Podcast

MATTIAS FRIDSTRÖM
Quantum Computing
Sustainability
Optical Networking
Data Centers
Quantum Communication
Fiber Networking
Quantum Key Distribution
Zscaler
Ericsson
Infinera
Cloud Services
Security
Zero Trust
Cityfibre
Excavation Issues
Cryptography
Fiber Networks
UK Telecommunications Market
Workforce Development
Hollow-Core Fiber

In this podcast, networking guru Mattias Fridström, Chief Evangelist at Arelion and industry experts discuss all things Internet, networks, cloud and connectivity.

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What’s reshaping the future of the technology channel? Rob Merhej, VP EMEA at AVANT, joins Mattias Fridström to discuss:

• How AVANT evolved from a small startup to a global advisory‑led technology services distributor

• The shift from traditional r... more

What does the future of telecom look like? Kent Lidström, CTO of Smartoptics returns to the podcast for a discussion with Mattias Fridström on:

• The increased importance of where components are manufactured

• How the convergence of IP and optical l... more

How has optical networking evolved over the past 25 years – and what’s next? In this episode, Kent Lidström, CTO at Smartoptics, joins Mattias Fridström to explore:

• The biggest shifts in optical networking and what still needs to change

• Openness... more

Markus Viitamäki, Senior Infrastructure Architect at Embark Studios is back on the podcast. In this episode, he and Mattias Fridström discuss Markus’ previous engagement in the world’s largest gaming festival DreamHack, when to establish local gaming... more

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Markus Viitamäki
Systems guru at Embark Studios with extensive experience in the gaming industry
Embark Studios
Episode: EP59: Connectivity in the gaming industry: trends, drivers, latency & bandwidth
Misha Kuperman
Chief Reliability Officer for Zscaler
Zscaler
Episode: EP57: Enterprise networking, geopolitical impact, and zero trust
Eric Löwgren
Head of network at GleSYS
GleSYS
Episode: EP55: Choosing location for data centers, moving out of the cloud, AI affecting connectivity demands
Robert Maher
Senior Executive at Infinera specializing in optical networks and technology development.
Infinera
Episode: EPEP54: Quantum physics in optical networks, hollow-core fiber, and optimizing power consumption
Ryan Lafler
A key contributor at the Quantum Corridor
Quantum Corridor
Episode: EP50: Quantum connectivity: attracting people and funds, sustainability trends, and the holy grail of quantum communications
David Tomalin
Expert from CityFibre
CityFibre
Episode: EP48: Preventing fiber cuts, transparency of network routes, multi-network resiliency
Javad Shabani
Associate Professor at New York University and Director of the Center for Quantum Information Physics
New York University
Episode: EP45: Quantum computing breakthroughs – in the lab and in real-life

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Mattias Fridström
Host with expertise in networking and cloud connectivity, serving as Chief Evangelist at Arelion.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 9 ratings
  • Great Podcast!!

    Very interesting and informative!

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    ColinM1524
    United Statesa year ago

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EP57: Enterprise networking, geopolitical impact, and zero trust
Q: Do you feel it works or is it still just an expression that we work towards?
Customers that mature in their zero trust journey see significant benefits, with improved security and reduced incidents.
EP57: Enterprise networking, geopolitical impact, and zero trust
Q: What do you think still needs to change in the security landscape?
Everyone in the organization needs to participate in security, and there's a need to adopt the zero trust model.
EP49: Quantum connectivity: successful transmissions, impact of AI, and real use cases
Q: Could you explain the concept of quantum key distribution and its significance?
QKD involves generating keys for secure communication, similar to how traditional encryption works, but with added security from quantum properties that change information states if intercepted.
EP49: Quantum connectivity: successful transmissions, impact of AI, and real use cases
Q: What are your thoughts on the impact of AI on quantum technology?
There are companies that are involved in regenerative AI using Quantum Processing Units (QPUs), which can handle certain algorithms supported by quantum compute, resulting in faster information processing.
EP47: Building an intelligent fiber network
Q: What do you feel has changed since you joined the company?
David noted that the market has evolved significantly, particularly in their ability to leverage third-party ducts for network construction, moving from 99.9% underground to a more balanced approach.

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