AI Upgrades and Security Milestones

ObservCrew,🙌 Welcome to our latest edition of the Observability Digest. We've got some exciting updates that'll make your observability practices shine brighter than ever. Let's dive in 👉

🛡️ LogicMonitor completes IRAP assessment.
🚀 Cloudflare upgrades AI platform.
🔍 Honeycomb extends front-end observability.
🤝 Tetrate & Bloomberg launch AI Gateway.

THIS WEEKS SPOTLIGHT

LogicMonitor has successfully completed the Information Security Registered Assessors Program (IRAP) assessment, demonstrating its commitment to robust security for Australian government agencies. This achievement enables LogicMonitor to provide enhanced hybrid IT infrastructure security and compliance. For observability practitioners, this means greater confidence in leveraging solutions in AUS for all of us while meeting stringent security requirements. Read on (3 Mins)

WHAT TO WATCH

In the observability space, there are a couple of noteworthy developments to keep an eye on. First, Cloudflare has enhanced its AI inference platform with a powerful GPU upgrade, enabling faster inference, larger models, observability, and an upgraded vector database. This advancement can significantly boost the performance and capabilities of AI-powered observability solutions. Read more (3 Mins)

Secondly, Unryo is set to showcase its AI observability platform at KubeCon + CloudNativeCon North America 2024. This event provides an excellent opportunity for practitioners to explore emerging technologies and learn how AI can revolutionise observability practices. Read more (2 Mins)

MARKET NEWS

The application performance monitoring market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 11.2% from 2023 to 2028. This growth is driven by the increasing demand for ensuring optimal performance and user experience of applications. As businesses continue to rely on digital services, the need for effective observability solutions will only intensify. Observability practitioners should stay attuned to these market trends to make informed decisions. Read more (5 Mins).

LATEST PRODUCT UPDATES

SolarWinds has recently updated its observability platform, introducing new features and improvements. These updates aim to enhance the platform's capabilities in monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimizing IT environments. Observability practitioners using SolarWinds should explore these updates to leverage the latest functionalities and streamline their workflows. Read more (4 Mins)

SECURITY AWARENESS IN OBSERVABILITY

Honeycomb has extended its observability reach to the front ends of applications. This expansion allows practitioners to gain visibility into the entire application stack, including user interactions and client-side performance. By incorporating front-end observability, teams can proactively identify and resolve issues that impact user experience. Emphasising security in observability strategies is crucial for maintaining the integrity and reliability of systems. Read more (3 Mins)

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LEVEL UP

Looking to enhance your observability skills? Check out this article by Tetrate and Bloomberg on the AI Gateway open standard built on CNCF's Envoy Gateway. Envoy Gateway is an open-source API gateway designed for modern microservices architectures. It provides features like traffic routing, load balancing, and observability. By leveraging Envoy Gateway, practitioners can simplify the management and monitoring of their API ecosystems. This article dives into the collaboration between Tetrate and Bloomberg to create an AI-powered gateway that builds upon Envoy Gateway's capabilities. Read more (6 Mins)

EXPERT VOICES

This edition features Mitchell Gray, a thought leader in observability and real-time data processing. In his Medium article, Mitch discusses the critical role of observability in ensuring the reliability and performance of real-time data pipelines. With his extensive data engineering and observability background, Mitch's insights offer valuable guidance for practitioners looking to optimise their data processing workflows. Read more (8 Mins)

REDEFINING TECH LEADERSHIP

OpenAI's leadership exodus, including CTO Mira Murati and co-founder John Schulman, highlights internal tensions as the company transitions from research to profit. Gain insights into navigating these challenges. Read more (6 Mins)

WHAT’S ON MY MIND

October is shaping up to be an exciting month for me, with the release of my book and the final recording for season 1 of the Green Light Project podcast. Thank you, my readers, for your continued support. Your engagement and feedback are crucial in spreading the message of observability and driving positive change in the industry.

Happy observing!

Much 😍,
Al