System Initiative is set to change DevOps automation. Focusing on real-time simulations, digital twins, and collaborative infrastructure management, System Initiative offers a revolutionary approach to managing complex cloud environments, solving challenges like stack drift, feedback delays, and cumbersome DevOps workflows.

In Episode 92 of Great Things with Great Tech, Adam Jacob, co-founder and CEO of System Initiative, shares insights on his journey from creating Chef to building System Initiative. This groundbreaking platform allows engineers to model infrastructure with high fidelity, enabling real-time simulations, multiplayer collaboration, and safer, faster deployments. Adam explains how digital twins and the “Living Architecture” approach allow engineers to work collaboratively in a game-like environment, eliminating the slow feedback loops associated with traditional Infrastructure as Code (IaC).

Key Topics

• Adam Jacob’s Vision: From Chef to System Initiative and the Future of DevOps
• System Initiative Features: Digital twins, living architecture, and high-fidelity infrastructure modeling
• The “200% Problem”: Why high-level abstractions don’t always simplify DevOps, and how System Initiative tackles this with real-time infrastructure modeling
• Real-Time Collaboration: How System Initiative’s multiplayer interface redefines DevOps workflows
• Open Source Strategy: Why System Initiative is committed to transparency and accessibility in DevOps
• Future Roadmap: Plans to expand System Initiative to AWS, on-premises, and beyond

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In this episode, we explore how OpenNebula is redefining cloud management with open-source, multi-cloud capabilities, providing an enterprise-level alternative to traditional hyper-scalers.

We sit down with Ignacio Llorente, CEO of OpenNebula, to discuss how open-source cloud management is advancing with OpenNebula. Ignacio shares how the platform, built on a Linux-inspired architecture, empowers companies to control their cloud environments while avoiding hyper-scaler lock-in. We discuss OpenNebula’s multi-cloud approach, its commitment to vendor neutrality, and the influence of EU funding in driving cloud innovation. With OpenNebula’s upcoming 7.0 release, Ignacio reveals plans to expand support across cloud providers, integrate AI, and develop a comprehensive ecosystem around the platform. Founded in 2008 and a pioneer in the cloud management space, OpenNebula remains dedicated to flexible, interoperable solutions that let enterprises scale across hybrid, private, and edge environments. Key Topics Discussed: • OpenNebula’s Vision for Vendor-Neutral Cloud Solutions • Multi-Tenancy and Federation for Service Providers • How OpenNebula’s AI-Driven Automation Enhances Cloud Operations • The Impact of EU Sovereignty Initiatives on Open Source Cloud Platforms • OpenNebula’s Integration Roadmap for Hybrid and Edge Computing Links: ☑️ Web: https://opennebula.io ☑️ Crunchbase: https://www.crunchbase.com/organization/opennebula ☑️ Support the Channel: https://ko-fi.com/gtwgt ☑️ Be on #GTwGT: Contact via Twitter @GTwGTPodcast or visit https://www.gtwgt.com ☑️ Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GTwGTPodcast?sub_confirmation=1 Check out the full episode on our platforms: YouTube: https://youtu.be/kmB_pjGb5Js Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2l9aZpvwhWcdmL0lErpUHC?si=x3YOQw_4Sp-vtdjyroMk3Q Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/darknet-diaries-with-jack-rhysider-episode-83/id1519439787?i=1000654665731 Follow Us: Website: https://gtwgt.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/GTwGTPodcast Instagram: https://instagram.com/GTwGTPodcast ☑️ Music: https://www.bensound.com

Responsible, Secure, and Efficient GenAI Adoption

In Episode 90 of Great Things with Great Tech, I sit down with James White, CTO of CalypsoAI, as we talk into the critical role AI security plays as organizations adopt AI solutions across their ecosystems. With the rise of generative AI, safeguarding AI systems from data leaks, hallucinations, and adversarial machine learning attacks is essential. We discuss how CalypsoAI’s industry-leading AI security platform enables businesses to utilize AI responsibly and efficiently. James also shares insights into AI adoption at scale, regulatory challenges, and the importance of governance frameworks.

Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Washington, D.C., CalypsoAI offers tools that ensure AI models perform reliably and securely, empowering companies to harness AI’s potential without fear.

Key Topics Discussed:

• The need for responsible AI adoption at scale
• CalypsoAI’s solutions for defending against adversarial machine learning attacks
• How CalypsoAI integrates security into AI pipelines to ensure efficiency
• AI hallucinations, data leakage, and the risks involved in AI model misuse
• The evolving regulatory landscape and how CalypsoAI helps businesses stay compliant
• Insights into AI development, deployment, and future trends

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