DataQuest Magazine - December 2024

In this issue

SOVEREIGN DATA SHARED RESPONSIBILITIES
With globalization driving cross-border data flows and technological advancements reshaping industries, government and organisations alike are navigating complex regulatory landscapes.
HPCL’s AI Evolution: From Generative Models to Secure Cloud Integration…… P30
Multi-Cloud Mastery: Lessons from a CIO on Choosting the Right Cloud for the job….. P44

Sovereign Data, Shared Responsibilities

Data sovereignty-the principle that data is subject to the laws and governance of the country where it is generated-has become a defining issue of the digital age. With globalisation driving cross-border data flows and technological advancements reshaping industries, governments and organizations alike are navigating complex regulatory landscapes.

10+ mins

Data Sovereignty and Clouds: Not an Oxymoron. Anymore

What was once contrarian to what the Cloud stood for is now being accommodated by top vendors and crafted in a special way. Are Sovereign Clouds flipping the script?

5 mins

The Cloud Back-Flip

Not everyone who walks away from the queue of a big roller-coaster is faint-hearted. Sometimes, one just knows what suits one best

8 mins

It's not you, it's not me, it's Al: The Public Cloud Break-up

Cloud has been going through its own set of struggles recently. Would AI be that straw on its back that guzzles up what's left?

8 mins

HPCL's AI Evolution: From Generative Models to Secure Cloud Integration

Jayant Gupta, Executive Director of Information Systems at Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL), shares insights on the company's strategic approach to leveraging generative AI, managing hybrid cloud environments, and staying ahead of advancements in emerging technologies.

4 mins

Networking Redefined: The Cisco Vision for a Connected Future

At the sidelines of Cisco Live 2024 in Melbourne, Raymond Janse van Rensburg, Vice President of Networking and Solutions Engineering for APJC at Cisco, engaged in an insightful conversation with Minu Sirsalewala, Executive Editor of Dataquest. During the interaction, he shared about the transformative trends shaping the networking and communication landscape. From AI-driven automation to the evolving dynamics of IoT, Cisco's strategies aim to redefine enterprise connectivity, security, and operational resilience.

5 mins

The Toxic Cloud Trilogy

As Indian organisations increasingly migrate to the cloud, they face a complex and evolving security landscape. Ari Eitan, Director of Research at Tenable, highlights the \"Toxic Cloud Trilogy\" - a convergence of publicly exposed workloads, critical vulnerabilities, and over-privileged identities - as a critical threat to Indian organisations. In this interview, Eitan discusses the unique vulnerabilities of cloud environments, systemic issues preventing organisations from fully addressing weaknesses and practical steps Indian organisations can take to mitigate these risks.

3 mins

Is Your Multi-Cloud Environment Zero-Trust Ready?

Tony Velleca, CEO of CyberProof, a UST company, shared his insights on the challenges of implementing zero-trust security in multi-cloud environments. As organizations navigate the complexities of managing multiple cloud providers, Velleca emphasized the importance of achieving unified visibility, policy enforcement, and continuous monitoring to protect sensitive data and prevent cyber threats.

5 mins

Secure and Simplify SD-Branch Networks

Secure and seamless branch network management is critical in today's IoT-driven, cloud-centric world. A unified SD-Branch solution offers the much-needed convergence of networking and security to tackle modern-day challenges.

3 mins

Multi-Cloud Mastery: Lessons from a CIO on Choosing the Right Cloud for the Job

In an exclusive interview, Prosenjit Sengupta, Group Chief Digital and Information Officer (CDIO), shares insights on ITC's cloud journey, discussing the challenges, benefits, and best practices of leveraging Azure, AWS, and Google Cloud.

5 mins

Connected, Protected and Sustainable: Cisco's Vision for the Network of Tomorrow

As organizations face the demands of hybrid work, multi-cloud environments, and sustainable IT, networking is no longer just an infrastructure component― it's the backbone of digital transformation. In this exclusive conversation, Brink Sanders, Vice President of Global Networking Sales at Cisco, discusses how Cisco is helping enterprises navigate these challenges with forwardthinking solutions that blend innovation, security, and adaptability.

3 mins

Prioritizing the Impossible: How Genpact's SOC Tackles Cyber Threats

Genpact's Vice President of Global Information Security, Faizul Mufti, discusses the company's multi-layered approach to cybersecurity. By prioritizing incident response, leveraging threat intelligence, and fostering a culture of security, Genpact aims to stay ahead of evolving cyber threats and protect its sensitive data.

7 mins

The Switzerland of Data and AI a weather-check

It is both remarkable and challenging when crucial R&D work - with global connotations- starts happening in Indian labs. An example- from a Cloud and AI player.

2 mins

Do You Have Power?

Where does the AI-driven power surge in data centres leave sustainability goals? On the fence.

6 mins

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