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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