Podcasts
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Quantum computing episode 1: Noise and risk
Quantum computing. If it comes, it comes hard and fast... If... In this first episode, we look for the beginning. Niels dives back in time with Ronald de Wolf, professor of Theoretical Computer Science at the UvA and researcher at the Centrum Wiskunde & Informatica (CWI).
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What you need to know about... The Cybersecurity Act
The Cybersecurity Act is on its way. It is the Dutch implementation of the NIS2 Directive. But what exactly does this law entail? What are the consequences for our members, and will it bring any benefits?
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What you need to know about... Nextcloud
In the quest for greater digital sovereignty, the name Nextcloud is increasingly dropping as an alternative to big-tech providers such as Microsoft. What is Nextcloud? What makes this alternative interesting? And why are we not switching en masse (yet)? Listen to the podcast
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What you need to know about... certificates
Keeping your institution's internet connection secure - something you don't often have to think about anymore thanks to certificates. Right now, that's becoming important anyway! Joost Gadellaa, SURF Certificates technical product manager, explains why.
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What you need to know about... The AI Factory
Ronald Stolk, founding director of the upcoming AI factory, talks about the importance of autonomy and what this AI factory could mean for us. Listen to the new episode now! -
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What you need to know about... post-quantum cryptography
Can we still safely store and transmit data if there are fast quantum computers? No, not with current security. But that's where post-quantum cryptography offers a solution. Want to know what that is? Listen to the new episode now! -
What you need to know about... quantum key distribution
In this podcast, Wojciech Kozlowski, Senior Advisor and Lead Quantum Communication, talks all about quantum key distribution. How does this technology work? Why are we not using it yet? And, why do we need to keep an eye on this development? -
What you need to know about... APIs
In this podcast, Jelmer de Ronde, technical product manager within the Flexible Education team, tells you everything you need to know about the OOAPI: the Open Education Application Programming Interface. What does this development mean for the future of flexible education? -
What you need to know about... intelligent networks
In a nationwide, complex network like the SURF network, network management is a challenging job. At SURF, we are exploring how AI can help detect and solve problems faster. How does it work, how does it change the work of the network administrator, and are there also risks involved? Peter Boers, IT specialist at SURF, explains.