Ross Mauri, IBM | IBM Z: Hybrid Cloud with Advanced AI Where it Matters Most

Ross Mauri, GM, IBM Z, at IBM, joins theCUBE’s Dave Vellante for a comprehensive discussion about the latest developments and future trajectory of IBM Z. This video conveys the excitement and insights from IBM’s New York headquarters, where the team unveils innovations in mainframe technology that set new industry benchmarks.

In this session, Vellante explore with Mauri insights into IBM Z’s strategic importance. Mauri discusses the expansive scope of their responsibilities, including hardware platforms such as IBM Z and IBM LinuxONE and the integration efforts across IBM’s software and services. A key point of the discussion features the notable success of the z16 program and the customer-driven demand for integrated solutions amid the ongoing digital transformation accelerated by COVID-19.

Key takeaways include the strategic role of mainframes in today’s hybrid cloud environments. The latest IBM innovations, such as the Tellum II microprocessor and Spyre accelerator, enable significant advancements in AI capabilities, according to Mauri, particularly in reducing latency and improving transaction efficiency. Mauri also emphasizes the adoption of new quantum-safe cryptographic standards in anticipation of future technological advances and associated threats, encouraging companies to proactively secure their data.

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00:00 – Intro
00:06 – Ross Mauri and the z16: Market Leadership and Vision
02:13 – The Impact of Digital Transformation
04:22 – Innovations in z17: Tellum II and Spyre
07:10 – Advancements and Distinctions in AI Technology: On-Chip Acceleration and Generative Models
10:39 – Enhancing Fraud Detection with AI
13:46 – Simplifying Mainframe Operations with AI
17:16 – Future-Proof Strategies: Navigating Quantum Security and IBM Software Advances

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