Host Katie Bavoso is joined by Channel Insider's Managing Editor Victoria Durgin and writer Jordan Smith to break down:
⏱ 00:01:33 – The team's in-person coverage from major events like NerdioCon, SAS Innovate (featuring some icons from 1990's/early 2000's pop culture!), and Scale Computing Platform 2025.
⏱ 00:06:38 – Kaseya names Rania Succar as new CEO: What her outsider background means for the channel.
⏱ 00:09:12 – DOJ cracks down on Google’s acquisition of Wiz and HPE’s $14B Juniper Networks deal finally closes.
⏱ 00:12:13 – Intel layoffs cast doubt on U.S. chip foundry ambitions under new CEO.
⏱ 00:14:03 – Partner ecosystem trends: AI driving new alliances in cybersecurity, resilience, and recovery.
⏱ 00:17:04 – Partner programs evolve as traditional tiers fade and vendors seek stickier relationships.
⏱ 00:17:47 – The shifting definition of an MSP: Managed intelligence providers, MSSP integrators, and new business models.
⏱ 00:19:22 – Why the AI hype is slowing as companies wrestle with security, data governance, and real-world deployment.
⏱ 00:22:13 – The quantum computing threat looms: Post-quantum cryptography and cybersecurity race to stay ahead.
⏱ 00:25:15 – Cloud repatriation gains momentum as companies rethink workloads amid AI and compliance pressures.
⏱ 00:35:47 – Geopolitical tensions (Iran, Israel, U.S.) and uncertain tariffs: What partners need to know to protect business.
Plus, the team shares where they’ll be on the road in Q3—and how to connect with Channel Insider!
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Episodes of Channel Insider: Partner POV are hosted and produced by Katie Bavoso with help from Dana Sell, and edited by Ayen Alvarez and Katie Bavoso.
The cover art for Channel Insider: Partner POV was created by Aubri Ziegler. The opening and closing animations were made by Mackenzie Burke. The thumbnails for each episode are made by Brandon Cornwell.
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