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Yahoo
07-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Akamai and FPT Partner to Help Customers Build and Support Cloud-Native Applications
New strategic partnership combines FPT's consulting and systems integration expertise with compute capabilities of globally distributed Akamai Cloud CAMBRIDGE, Mass., May 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Akamai Technologies (NASDAQ: AKAM), the cybersecurity and cloud computing company that powers and protects business online, today announced a new partnership with global IT services leader FPT. As a newly appointed global systems integrator in the Akamai Partner Program, FPT will collaborate closely with Akamai to help customers build, deploy, and optimize distributed cloud applications on Akamai Cloud . Akamai Technologies, Inc. logo (PRNewsfoto/Akamai Technologies, Inc.) "We are thrilled to join the Akamai Partner Program," said Phuong Dang, FPT Software Senior Executive Vice President and FPT Software Americas' Chief Executive Officer, FPT Corporation. "This collaboration enables us to combine FPT's deep knowledge and experience in cloud migration, AI, and automation with Akamai's powerful platform to deliver enhanced value to both FPT and Akamai customers. Together, we aim to empower businesses to run modern, cloud-native applications on a platform built for performance and scale—regardless of the customer's stage in their cloud journey." The collaboration between Akamai and FPT aims to empower organizations to fully leverage cloud solutions designed to operate at scale, closer to users and devices. By combining FPT's vast workforce and proven capabilities in cloud consulting, DevOps, and SecOps with the robust performance and cost efficiencies of Akamai's compute platform, the partnership supports enterprises in optimizing multi-cloud and distributed environments. "FPT brings the kind of hands-on expertise our customers need—whether it's building cloud-native applications, managing multi-cloud environments, or unlocking AI inference across the globe," said Paul Joseph, Executive Vice President, Global Sales and Services, Akamai. "They've already earned the trust of customers across many of the industries we serve, and now they're enabling those same customers to use Akamai Cloud to drive smarter, faster, more efficient computing around the world." At the 2025 NAB Show in Las Vegas, FPT and Akamai jointly demonstrated how AI can unlock new value from media archives by transforming them into monetizable assets. In a sports media use case, the showcase featured AI-driven indexing running on Akamai Cloud, capable of analyzing and tagging archived content with precision. By automatically detecting players, actions, and key moments, the system generates rich metadata that enhances content discoverability and viewer engagement. Sports entertainment operators, streaming services, and news organizations can offer fans near-instantaneous access to highlights through ultra-fast search and retrieval functions. The capabilities can be applied across a host of use cases and industries, showing how organizations can create new revenue streams using archived media.
USA Today
03-05-2025
- Politics
- USA Today
ESPN's Stephen A. Smith is thinking about running for president
ESPN's Stephen A. Smith is thinking about running for president Show Caption Hide Caption Paul George comments on feud between Stephen A. Smith and LeBron James Paul George comments on the drama between Stephen A. Smith and LeBron James. Sports Seriously On second thought. ESPN personality Stephen A. Smith is publicly opening the door about running for president a little less than a month after dismissing the idea. "Time to stop messing around. Life is great. Especially at ESPN/Disney," the 57-year-old "First Take" host said in an April 7 post on X. "Hate the thought of being a politician. But sick of this mess. So I'm officially leaving all doors open." The bombastic sports journalist, who currently has a feud with NBA basketball player LeBron James, has been floated by many as a potential White House contender. The calls for Smith to run have come given the populist wave that returned Donald Trump to the office, and calls for a shakeup in the Democratic Party. Smith told USA TODAY back in March he didn't "give a damn about the office" and preferred sparring with political leaders rather than being one. But that hasn't stopped speculation, particularly after a Jan. 27 poll by McLaughlin & Associates, a popular Republican pollster, showed Smith within striking distance of well-known Democratic contenders. Polling shows Smith at 2% but so was Trump ahead of 2016 victory The poll asked 414 voters if the Democratic primary for president were held today who would they prefer and had expected names at the top such as former Vice President Kamala Harris who raked in 33% but also former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg and California Gov. Gavin Newsom, who pulled in 9% and 7% respectively. Smith received 2% in the poll which was in the single-digit neighborhood of other elected officials who've been touted as possible Democratic nominees, such as Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (who was Harris' running mate) and New Jersey Sen. Cory Booker. "Over the last few weeks, I've had no choice but to get more serious about it," Smith said Monday in an interview during the NAB Show in Las Vegas. "I've been approached by people on Capitol Hill. I've been approached by people who are elected officials in office, whether it's governors or mayors or what have you. People have legitimately, seriously, asked me about it." Smith reiterated his reluctance "be a politician," but that if after the 2026 mid-terms he thinks the country remains "an absolute mess" he won't rule out running. While many may scoff at the idea, it's worth noting that Trump was once in the basement of many Republican primary surveys ahead of his 2016 win. In the summer before, the real estate mogul was at 2% in a Texas Politics Project poll below GOP stalwarts at the time such as Marco Rubio, Scott Walker and Jeb Bush. Contributing: Cydney Henderson
Malaysian Reserve
23-04-2025
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
Miri Technologies Wins Two Prestigious Awards for X510 Bonding Router
Innovative solution for resilient, high-performance internet connectivity honored with 2025NAB Show Product of the Year Award and Future's Best of Show Award READING, Pa., April 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Network technology startup Miri Technologies Inc. capped off its tremendously successful NAB Show debut by winning two prestigious industry awards for its cutting-edge X510 dual-cellular bonding network router. The company was honored with a 2025 NAB Show Product of the Year Award in the IT Networking/Infrastructure & Security category, and with Future's Best of Show Award presented by TV Tech. The Miri X510 router enables stable, fast internet connectivity anywhere for live streaming, newsgathering, remote production and more. Powered by Speedify, a unique channel bonding technology from Philadelphia-based partner Connectify, the purpose-built Miri X510 hardware combines multiple wired and wireless (4G, 5G, Starlink and Wi-Fi) data connections into one bonded link that provides resilience against internet outages while delivering exceptional performance even in remote locations with poor network coverage. 'We are thrilled that our Miri X510 router has been recognized with these coveted awards,' said Ryan Brenneman, co-founder and CTO of Miri Technologies. 'Stable, fast internet connectivity is essential in many professional media applications, but content creators and distributors often still face service disruptions and inconsistent performance. These accolades and the tremendous response we received from show attendees are testament to the X510's ability to overcome these challenges and address these market needs.' As the official awards program of the broadcast, media and entertainment industry's preeminent conference and exhibition, the 2025 NAB Show Product of the Year Awards recognize some of the most significant and promising new products and technologies showcased by exhibitors at the event. Winners were selected by a panel of industry experts in 16 categories and announced in a live awards ceremony at the NAB Show on April 8. 'NAB is proud to recognize the industry's top work driving a remarkable range of solutions opening new frontiers and shaping the future of content creation, distribution and monetization,' said Eric Trabb, senior vice president and chief customer success officer at NAB. 'Congratulations to Miri Technologies on earning the 2025 NAB Show Product of the Year Award for the X510 router — a breakthrough solution transforming a pivotal stage of the content lifecycle and empowering storytellers to meet today's challenges while shaping the future of media.' Future's Best of Show Awards are evaluated by a panel of engineers and industry experts, and are selected based on innovation, feature set, perceived value and application in serving the industry. Future's TV Tech is dedicated to end users of professional video and audio products in market verticals including broadcast television, film and TV production, streaming, MVPDs, corporate/government, eSports, live events and more. 'The products nominated for the Best of Show program provide an outstanding overview of new technology on the show floor and shine a spotlight on the very best,' said the Best of Show awards editorial team. For more information about Miri Technologies and the X510 router, please visit About Miri Technologies, Inc. – Miri Technologies ( develops innovative solutions to enable fast, resilient internet anywhere. The company's first product, the X510 dual-cellular bonding router, forges multiple wired and wireless links together to increase speed and withstand network disruptions. About NAB – The National Association of Broadcasters is the premier advocacy association for America's broadcasters. NAB advances radio and television interests in legislative, regulatory and public affairs. Through advocacy, education and innovation, NAB enables broadcasters to best serve their communities, strengthen their businesses and seize new opportunities in the digital age. Learn more at About NAB Show – NAB Show is the preeminent conference and exhibition driving the evolution of broadcast, media and entertainment, held April 5-9, 2025 (Exhibits April 6-9) in Las Vegas. Produced by the National Association of Broadcasters, NAB Show is the ultimate marketplace for next-generation technology inspiring superior audio and video experiences. From creation to consumption, across multiple platforms, NAB Show is where global visionaries convene to bring content to life in new and exciting ways. Learn more at Copyright 2025 Miri Technologies, Inc. All rights reserved. Connectify, Speedify and Powered by Speedify are trademarks of Connectify, Inc.
Yahoo
14-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Who is Stephen A. Smith? ESPN personality says he's 'open' to running for president
Just weeks after dismissing the idea, ESPN personality Stephen A. Smith has admitted considering running for president in 2028. "Time to stop messing around. Life is great. Especially at ESPN/Disney," the 57-year-old "First Take" host said in an April 7 post on X. "Hate the thought of being a politician. But sick of this mess. So I'm officially leaving all doors open." The sports journalist, who currently has a feud with NBA basketball player LeBron James, has been floated by many as a potential White House contender. The calls for Smith to run have come given the populist wave that returned Donald Trump to the office, and calls for a shakeup in the Democratic Party. Smith told USA TODAY back in March he didn't "give a damn about the office" and preferred sparring with political leaders rather than being one. But that hasn't stopped speculation, particularly after a Jan. 27 poll by McLaughlin & Associates, a popular Republican pollster, showed Smith within striking distance of well-known Democratic contenders. The poll asked 414 voters if the Democratic primary for president were held today who would they prefer and had expected names at the top such as former Vice President Kamala Harris who raked in 33% but also former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg and California Gov. Gavin Newsom, who pulled in 9% and 7% respectively. Smith received 2% in the poll, which was in the single-digit neighborhood of other elected officials who've been touted as possible Democratic nominees, such as Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (who was Harris' running mate) and New Jersey Sen. Cory Booker. "Over the last few weeks, I've had no choice but to get more serious about it," Smith said Monday in an interview during the NAB Show in Las Vegas. "I've been approached by people on Capitol Hill. I've been approached by people who are elected officials in office, whether it's governors or mayors or what have you. People have legitimately, seriously, asked me about it." Smith reiterated his reluctance "be a politician," but that if after the 2026 mid-terms he thinks the country remains "an absolute mess" he won't rule out running. While many may scoff at the idea, it's worth noting that Trump was once in the basement of many Republican primary surveys ahead of his 2016 win. In the summer before, the real estate mogul was at 2% in a Texas Politics Project poll below GOP stalwarts at the time such as Marco Rubio, Scott Walker and Jeb Bush. ESPN personality Stephen A. Smith has accumulated a net worth of $85 million as of 2025, according to Finance Monthly. — USA TODAY contributed to this report. This article originally appeared on Austin American-Statesman: Stephen A. Smith reconsiders 2028 presidential bid: 'No choice'
Associated Press
10-04-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Arcitecta Wins 2025 NAB Show Product of the Year Award
NAB 2025 — Arcitecta, a creative and innovative data management software company, today announced that its Mediaflux® Real-Time is an Asset Management and Playout winner in the 2025 NAB Show Product of the Year Awards. This official awards program recognizes some of the most significant and promising new products and technologies showcased by exhibitors at the NAB Show. Ideal for live sports, broadcast, hybrid production environments and more, Arcitecta's Mediaflux Real-Time provides unparalleled production workflow speed, flexibility and efficiency gains. It supports real-time editing, removes workflow bottlenecks and enhances remote collaboration, enabling faster content delivery and seamless media management. By eliminating bottlenecks and delays, Mediaflux Real-Time empowers teams to work faster and smarter, delivering powerful capabilities: Edit anywhere: No longer tethered to event locations, editors can access growing files from any site, enabling real-time collaboration across multiple locations. Fast turnaround: Remote editors can create highlight reels or edit live footage almost instantly, dramatically cutting post-production time. Smoother workflows: Content can be played back in real-time across sites and be reviewed as it is rendered, ensuring faster workflows and higher productivity. 'NAB is proud to recognize the industry's top work driving a remarkable range of solutions opening new frontiers and shaping the future of content creation, distribution and monetization,' said Eric Trabb, senior vice president and chief customer success officer at NAB. 'Congratulations to Arcitecta on earning the 2025 NAB Show Product of the Year Award for its Mediaflux Real-Time — a breakthrough solution transforming a pivotal stage of the content lifecycle and empowering storytellers to meet today's challenges while shaping the future of media.' NAB Show Product of the Year Award Winners were selected by a panel of industry experts in 16 categories and announced in a live awards ceremony at NAB Show on April 8. About Arcitecta Arcitecta has been building the industry's best data management platforms since the dawn of the data age. Today, Arcitecta is transforming data management and backup with Mediaflux, a rich end-to-end data fabric that simplifies data-intensive workflows in petabyte-scale environments to improve business and research outcomes. Mediaflux unifies data management processes into a single platform, simplifying the administration of massive data sets and allowing world leaders to solve some of the most challenging problems on the planet. For more, visit About NAB The National Association of Broadcasters is the premier advocacy association for America's broadcasters. NAB advances radio and television interests in legislative, regulatory and public affairs. Through advocacy, education and innovation, NAB enables broadcasters to best serve their communities, strengthen their businesses and seize new opportunities in the digital age. Learn more at About NAB Show NAB Show is the preeminent conference and exhibition driving the evolution of broadcast, media and entertainment, held April 5-9, 2025 (Exhibits April 6-9) in Las Vegas. Produced by the National Association of Broadcasters, NAB Show is the ultimate marketplace for next-generation technology inspiring superior audio and video experiences. From creation to consumption, across multiple platforms, NAB Show is where global visionaries convene to bring content to life in new and exciting ways. Learn more at ©2025 Arcitecta, Inc. All rights reserved. [email protected] US/EMEA Media Inquiries: IGNITE Consulting Meredith Bagnulo, +1 303-513-7494 Denise Nelson, +1 925-858-5198 Australia/APAC Media Inquiries: Emily King, Arcitecta Marketing and Communications +61 434 255 022 KEYWORD: UNITED STATES NORTH AMERICA NEVADA SOURCE: Arcitecta, Inc. Copyright Business Wire 2025. PUB: 04/10/2025 07:55 AM/DISC: 04/10/2025 07:55 AM
