The Ultimate Guide to Network Infrastructure
A curated Irish edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Network Infrastructure.
What to know about Network Infrastructure
Network Infrastructure forms the essential backbone that supports the rapid flow of data and connectivity across modern enterprises and service providers. As businesses embark on digital transformation journeys, the demand for robust, efficient, and scalable network infrastructure has never been more critical to ensure business agility, productivity, and security.
Recent advancements highlight a strong focus on software-defined networking (SDN), software-defined wide area networks (SD-WAN), and cloud-based solutions that promise enhanced performance, automation, and cost-efficiency. These technologies are enabling organizations to streamline branch office connectivity, optimize cloud integrations, and improve network visibility and security.
Energy efficiency and sustainability in network operations are gaining momentum, addressing concerns over rising IT energy consumption. Concurrently, emerging trends such as artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and intent-based networking are transforming network management, allowing predictive insights, automation, and enhanced user experience.
The proliferation of 5G, Internet of Things (IoT), and edge computing are expanding the scope and complexity of network infrastructure, necessitating new approaches to cyber resilience, security, and real-time analytics. The ongoing evolution ensures that network infrastructure remains a dynamic field where technology, strategy, and innovation converge to empower businesses of all sizes.
Explore insightful stories, expert analyses, and case studies to stay informed about the latest network infrastructure developments shaping the future of connectivity and digital business.
Irish Network Infrastructure News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
Esri Ireland to host Dublin GIS infrastructure conference
Up to 500 attendees will hear how geospatial data is being used to plan upgrades to Ireland’s energy, transport, broadband and water networks.
How leadership, people and technology are key for AI adoption across Irish businesses
Irish firms could miss AI gains unless leaders back clear use cases, staff skills and infrastructure to turn trials into value.
eir posts higher 2025 revenue as fibre, mobile grow
eir lifts 2025 profit as fibre and mobile growth drive revenue to EUR €1.35 billion and EBITDA to EUR €640 million amid cost cuts.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Network Infrastructure
Extreme says Platform ONE cuts network costs by 32%
Data centre market set to hit USD $1.08 trillion by 2034
IDC says global server revenue hits USD $444.1 billion
External OEM storage revenue rises 3.9% to USD $33bn
Claroty named Gartner Leader again for CPS protection
Expert Columns
The Death of the Firewall
Why fibre connectivity must be a front-end consideration in data centre site selection
Has AAA gaming left portable too late?
How Apograph uses proactive firewall upgrades to protect clients and control costs
How leadership, people and technology are key for AI adoption across Irish businesses
Why businesses need wired, wireless, and power-over-ethernet (PoE) firewalls
Upgrade advantage: More value, less effort for partners, MSPs & MSSPs
Resilience through diversity: How women are strengthening telecommunications
Upgrading firewalls into a high‑margin MSP revenue win
Recent Network Infrastructure News
Microsoft patches 137 flaws, including critical Netlogon
Domain controllers face urgent patching after a Netlogon flaw was rated 9.8, with no privileges or user interaction needed for exploitation.
Megaport launches built-in DDoS protection for network
Customers can block attacks without rerouting traffic, as Megaport adds in-network DDoS filtering to its internet connectivity service.
Dell adds AMD Instinct MI350P support for AI servers
Businesses can add higher-density AI capacity in existing data centres without a redesign as Dell brings AMD Instinct MI350P GPUs to its servers.
Teradata launches autonomous AI and data management platform
The new system aims to cut infrastructure friction for firms shifting AI from pilots to always-on agents across cloud and on-premises setups.
Dell & AMD expand on-prem AI servers for enterprises
Enterprises can now add AI capacity to existing data centres without reworking cooling or racks, as Dell and AMD target on-premises deployments.
Extreme expands AI networking platform with Agent ONE
Customers can now manage mixed-vendor networks and security from one platform as Extreme adds third-party device support and AI agents.
HPE adds autonomous networking functions to Mist & Aruba
Automatic remediation and capacity tuning in HPE Mist and HPE Aruba Central aim to cut outages and lighten IT teams’ workload.
Extreme launches Wi-Fi 7 access points for indoors
Customers in healthcare, education and venues can add Wi-Fi 7 capacity without major power or switching upgrades, Extreme said.
Genetec urges tighter identity controls for security systems
AI-driven attacks are exposing weak passwords on cameras and access controls, prompting calls for stricter governance across physical security systems.
Telxius joins Synamedia on multi-CDN streaming push
Streaming providers will be able to switch delivery networks mid-playback as Telxius adds its CDN to Synamedia’s Quortex Switch platform.
Harmonic unveils AI tools for fibre network operations
Rural fibre roll-outs could become cheaper and easier to manage as the new kit targets faults, deployment hurdles and system integration.
BlueCat expands AI tools for network operations
Organisations are being pushed to prove AI can cut network downtime, as BlueCat widens access to tools that act on live data, not just analyse it.
OpenObserve raises USD $10 million for Observability 3.0
The funding will help OpenObserve expand as more firms seek unified monitoring for AI-heavy systems and growing telemetry volumes.
TP-Link launches PTZ5425 camera for business sites
Businesses can cover larger outdoor sites with one camera, as TP-Link’s PTZ5425 adds 25x zoom, tracking and active warnings.
Telecoms warned against rushing AI rollouts, survey finds
Telecom operators risk stranded pilots if they put AI live too quickly, with 43% of professionals citing rushed rollouts as the biggest mistake.
Dell expands cyber resilience with quantum-ready PCs
Security teams face new pressure to protect AI data and backups, as Dell adds quantum-ready safeguards and faster recovery tools.
Cisco unveils universal quantum switch for mixed systems
Room-temperature fibre trials could help link incompatible quantum computers, as Cisco says its prototype preserved state fidelity with under 4% degradation.
ACI joins Harmonic open cOS Amply ecosystem for DOCSIS 4.0
Broadband operators can now manage ACI amplifiers through Harmonic's software, giving DOCSIS 4.0 upgrades a lower-cost path on existing networks.
IP Fabric launches MCP server for network operations
Businesses testing AI in infrastructure management may gain tighter control over network data, compliance checks and change planning through the new server.
SITA launches managed airport network service with HPE
Airports could cut downtime and costs as SITA takes over network operations across terminals, hangars and airline centres using HPE technology.