Connectivity

New Penguin Edge IFC6720 platform enables innovation for video content distribution

October 11, 2022

Penguin Solutions™, an SGH™ brand (Nasdaq: SGH) that provides HPC, AI, and IoT technologies for edge, core, and cloud, today announced the Penguin Edge™ IFC6720 application-ready platform designed to drive networked video content distribution in edge applications. Based on the Qualcomm SDA845 system-on-chip (SoC), the Penguin Edge IFC6720 platform is a turnkey box solution for dual simultaneous 4K displays with concurrent HDMI input and wireless content-sharing in an optimized, reliable and secure digital environment.

Positive change, amplified by Intel

September 9, 2022

Since 1968, Intel’s technology has been at the heart of computing breakthroughs. As an industry leader creating world-changing technology, enabling global progress and enriching lives, Intel stands at the brink of many technological innovations — technology that not only shapes our future but also shapes humanity.

For many in Arizona, back to work does not mean back to the office

May 27, 2022

Cronkite News A computer monitor square that lights green on the edges when he speaks has become Steven Zylstra’s de facto office. Zylstra is one of a sizable number of Arizonans who have yet to go back to the office two years after the start of the pandemic, opting instead to meet all his clients, […]

Lumen to deliver 30 gigabit Ethernet speeds to more than 40 markets nationwide

May 6, 2022

Lumen Technologies (NYSE: LUMN) is enhancing experiences on its Lumen Platform by investing in high-bandwidth Ethernet architecture to bring upgraded Ethernet services to more than 40 cities by year end. These services were recently rolled out in nine cities with nine more gaining access to Ethernet speeds up to 30 gigabits per second in early May.

Utility company makes progress on infrastructure for Taiwan Semiconductor project in north Phoenix

April 12, 2022

Electric utility company Arizona Public Service has made progress on infrastructure needed to power the massive Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. facility in north Phoenix. APS is currently relocating three major sets of transmission lines, including a 500 kilovolts, 230-kilovolt and a couple of 69-kilovolt lines, so TSMC and gas-provider Linde can build on the 1,100-acre property.

Involta expands enterprise connectivity in tech-focused Tucson with addition of Cogent Communications

February 24, 2022

Involta, an industry-leading hybrid IT, cloud computing, and data center services company, is pleased to announce Tier 1 internet service provider Cogent Communications has deployed a new Point of Presence (PoP) in the company’s Tucson data center. The new PoP adds to this high-performance facility’s connectivity options providing leading Tucson healthcare, manufacturing and financial services organizations access to one of the top five backbone networks in the world.

Arizona Commerce Authority announces statewide broadband middle-mile strategic plan

February 3, 2022

The Arizona Commerce Authority, in partnership with the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT), announced today the Arizona Statewide Broadband Middle-Mile Strategic Plan, which supports current broadband expansion efforts on Interstate 17 and Interstate 19. The Strategic Plan has led to the creation of the Statewide Middle-Mile Network, which aims to increase broadband service along I-17 and I-19 and future expansion along additional interstate and state highways.

Celebrating 30 years of success: PlanetOne’s lessons learned

January 31, 2022

It was the Summer of 1991. I had just left a long-distance telecommunications carrier to start PlanetOne. I was all in, borrowed $50,000 from my parents and hit the ground running in an old beat-up Buick with no air conditioning in the heat of Scottsdale, Arizona. With two young kids at home, failure was not an option.

Tucson startup wins FCC approval for new 5G wireless antenna

January 21, 2022

Tucson-based startup FreeFall 5G says its new antenna system can accelerate the global move to ultra-fast, next-generation 5G wireless services by offering exceptional range and 360-degree coverage.

Honeywell satellite communications partnership could lead to manufacturing facility in Arizona

December 20, 2021

Arizona is in the running for a new manufacturing facility that will be developed as a result of a new satellite communications partnership between Honeywell International and Bay Area telecommunications company Skyloom Global.

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