At the upcoming SIGGRAPH 2024 conference in Denver, attendees will have the opportunity to explore a full-scale replica of the Earth in Minecraft, thanks to the innovative work of Cornell Tech graduate Ryan Lewis. Lewis developed a program that automatically converts Google Maps data into Minecraft environments, using photogrammetry and high-resolution Google Earth models to … Read more
Using Azure Accelerator with Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) to deploy ArcGIS Pro virtual machines in the cloud is a convenient and efficient solution for organizations. This method allows for quick provisioning of pre-configured VMs with ArcGIS Pro within the Azure infrastructure, providing GIS professionals with high-performance computing environments and facilitating remote work and collaboration. Azure’s … Read more
The new Amazon WorkSpaces Thin Client aims to enhance end-user and IT productivity by offering secure and easy-to-manage access to virtual desktops. These pre-configured devices are shipped directly to users and are plug-and-play ready for deployment. The Thin Client is a compact cube that connects to a monitor, keyboard, mouse, and other peripherals. Administrators can … Read more
Azure Virtual Network Manager now offers a new feature called User-Defined Route (UDR) management, which is currently in public preview. This feature allows users to define and apply routing rules to multiple subnets and virtual networks in Azure Virtual Network Manager without the need to manually configure routing tables for each individual subnet. By creating … Read more
Stage 15 at Amazon MGM Studios is equipped with a cutting-edge volumetric wall that spans 80 feet in diameter and stands 26 feet high, creating an interactive space of 130,700 cubic feet. This impressive structure is composed of 3,000 LED panels and 100 motion capture cameras, all operated by the studio’s Virtual Production (ASVP) department. … Read more
A Chinese threat actor known as UNC3886 has been using open source rootkits Reptile and Medusa to hide on VMware ESXi virtual machines while stealing credentials and executing commands. Mandiant has been tracking UNC3886’s activities against government organizations, including attacks exploiting zero-day vulnerabilities in Fortinet and VMware products. UNC3886 has recently targeted organizations in North … Read more
Dimension, a virtual production studio known for projects such as “Masters of the Air” and “Those About to Die,” is expanding its relationship with Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Arch platform technologies to establish the largest virtual production operation in the cloud. The decision to select AWS as the preferred cloud provider will allow Dimension … Read more
The popularity of public cloud services has soared in recent years, with Microsoft Azure emerging as a prominent choice for businesses worldwide. As more organizations transition their workloads to Azure, the need to secure and maintain these environments becomes increasingly important. Managed service providers (MSPs) are tasked with ensuring the safety of their customers’ data … Read more
VMware released security patches to fix vulnerabilities in the USB controllers of various hypervisors, including ESXi, Workstation, Fusion, and Cloud Foundation. These vulnerabilities could allow attackers to execute malicious code on the host system, bypassing the isolation layer. Previous exploits in VM products have been used by attacker groups to deploy ransomware. The security patches … Read more
The Virtual Networking Market Research Forecast recently released a comprehensive report titled “Virtual Networking Market Insights, to 2032.” This extensive report spans 232 pages and includes detailed tables and graphs to present information in a clear format. The study delves into emerging trends, drivers, restraints, and opportunities in the virtual networking market, catering to stakeholders … Read more