Enterprise automation, fiber buildout, data center infrastructure and CISA KEV updates - Week of August 18, 2025

Overview of Recent Activity

Organizations focused on operational automation testing, AI-driven networking and observability, and infrastructure buildouts, while regulators and vendors issued updates for OT asset governance and active vulnerability remediation. Parallel developments included fiber network investment, data center infrastructure forecasts covering power and cooling, and enterprise migration tooling for VMware-related moves.

Key Themes and Developments

Technology Releases & Product Enhancements

Platform9 updated Private Cloud Director to support in-place cluster conversion via its vJailbreak tool for VMware vSphere cluster migrations. The update enabled enterprises to keep services online during migration, and the release also supported features such as “AI hardware sharing and DevOps integration.”

Viasat introduced its HaloNet portfolio to unify space and terrestrial connectivity for near-Earth operations. HaloNet included services such as Telemetry, Tracking, and Command (TT&C) Data Relay and Launch Telemetry, and it supported “Direct-to-Earth connectivity through Viasat’s broad global ground station network.”

Partnerships & Ecosystem Engagement

Infosys and Telstra announced a joint venture to enhance AI-enabled cloud solutions for Australian enterprises. Infosys acquired a 75% stake in Versent Group, a wholly owned Telstra subsidiary, while Telstra retained a 25% minority interest.

Itential collaborated with a major banking client to test production automation in a temporary environment resembling the client’s production setup. The effort used “a combination of AWS EC2 instances and Itential’s on-premises (on-prem) labs” and used Containerlab to simulate network devices.

Infrastructure, Platform, or Deployment Updates

Brightspeed raised $1.65 billion for fiber network expansion across 20 states. The funding followed prior capital raises, and the company stated that it would expand its fiber network to “more homes, businesses, and communities who need it.”

Dell’Oro Group forecast that the Data Center Physical Infrastructure (DCPI) market would reach $63.1 billion by 2029, citing demand for accelerated computing workloads and AI-related operational demands. The report projected direct liquid cooling growth from $1.1 billion in 2024 to approximately $5.8 billion by 2029.

Additional Updates from Other Organizations

CISA and U.S. agencies released guidance for OT owners and operators to create and maintain OT asset inventories and supplemental taxonomies. CISA described an asset inventory as “a regularly updated, structured list of an organization's systems, hardware, and software.”

CISA also updated its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) Catalog with three D-Link entries based on evidence of active exploitation, and it released a Malware Analysis Report with detection signatures for Microsoft SharePoint vulnerabilities. The report stated threat actors chained CVE-2025-49704 and CVE-2025-49706 (publicly known as “ToolShell”) to gain unauthorized access to on-premises SharePoint servers.

Full Update Index

Weekly roundup covering enterprise automation testing, fiber and data center infrastructure updates, AI networking and observability, OT asset inventory guidance, and CISA vulnerability and malware analysis updates.

1. Bank collaborates with Itential to improve automation testing
   A bank collaborated with Itential to test automation in a secure environment, improving reliability and reducing risk.
2. Brightspeed raises $1.65 billion for fiber network expansion
   Brightspeed raised $1.65 billion to support its fiber network expansion across 20 states, increasing total capital to $5.9 billion.
3. Data Center Physical Infrastructure Market to Reach $63.1 Billion by 2029
   Direct Liquid Cooling is expected to grow significantly, moving from $1.1 billion in 2024 to $5.8 billion by 2029.
4. Equinix appoints Yanbing Li to Board of Directors
   Charles Meyers, Executive Chairman of Equinix, welcomed Yanbing Li, noting her proven experience in technology and business leadership.
5. Federated Wireless Releases Position Paper Advocating 4 GHz Band as Path to 6G Leadership
   CEO Iyad Tarazi described the 4 GHz band as a crucial opportunity for U.S. leadership in global wireless standards.
6. Rogers Communications sells data centres to InfraRed Capital
   Rogers Communications finalized a deal to sell nine data centres to InfraRed Capital Partners, continuing its service provision post-sale.
7. HBM market to exceed $130 billion by 2029, says Dell’Oro
   AI workloads are driving a 26% CAGR in the Data Center IT Semiconductor market over the next five years, says Dell'Oro Group.
8. AI's Role in Network Efficiency and Observability
   Experts from Carahsoft, AvidThink, and Aviz Networks highlight AI-powered observability as essential for future networking strategies.
9. Huawei Cloud AI Ecosystem Summit APAC 2025 sets targets for 30,000 AI talents and 200 partners
   Huawei Cloud AI Ecosystem Summit APAC 2025 focused on enhancing AI adoption in Malaysia, targeting 30,000 AI talents and 200 partners.
10. Infosys and Telstra form joint venture to boost AI solutions
    Infosys aims to utilize its AI technology to enhance Versent Group's cloud transformation offerings for enterprises in Australia.
11. CISA and U.S. agencies release asset inventory guidance
    CISA and U.S. agencies issued guidance for Operational Technology owners on creating asset inventories and taxonomies.
12. Itential recognized in seven 2025 Gartner Hype Cycle reports for leadership in infrastructure orchestration and automation.
    Gartner identifies Itential in multiple 2025 Hype Cycle reports, highlighting its capabilities in enterprise automation.
13. Verizon report highlights AI and human interaction gap in customer experience
    A recent Verizon report highlights a gap between AI efficiencies in customer experience and consumer satisfaction.
14. Atos named a Leader in ISG Provider Lens for Cybersecurity – Services and Solutions in Germany
    Atos recognized as a Leader in ISG Provider Lens for Cybersecurity in Germany, highlighting its comprehensive approach and expertise.
15. OCP APAC Summit focuses on Asia-Pacific's AI infrastructure development
    Cliff Grossner noted APAC's corporate membership in OCP reached 30%, with the region accounting for significant data center facilities.
16. HEROIC Cybersecurity makes the Inc. 5000 list for the sixth time
    HEROIC Cybersecurity achieved a No. 3,348 overall ranking in the 2025 Inc. 5000 for the sixth year, underscoring its market presence.
17. Itential orchestrates modernization of federal networks for compliance and Zero Trust
    A federal agency enhanced security and compliance by implementing orchestration, achieving operational efficiency without service disruption.
18. Platform9 enhances Private Cloud Director, introducing in-place cluster conversion for VMware migration
    Platform9 enhances Private Cloud Director with in-place cluster conversion for VMware migrations, reducing time and costs.
19. LYT Named to Prestigious 2025 Inc. 5000 List of Fastest-Growing Private Companies; Ranked in Top 10% of All Companies
    LYT aims to support urban mobility and integrate with existing systems, assisting municipalities in addressing traffic challenges.
20. Comcast names Nick Kask Vice President of Finance and Business Operations for Big South Region
    Comcast appointed Nick Kask as Vice President of Finance for the Big South Region, overseeing financial and operational strategy.
21. Viasat unveils HaloNet capability portfolio for near-Earth communications
    HaloNet offers customizable connectivity services for government and commercial operations, meeting diverse communication needs.
22. OpenText Appoints James McGourlay as Interim CEO
    OpenText appointed James McGourlay as Interim CEO after Mark Barrenechea's departure and formed an Executive Committee.
23. Token Security and Descope Launch AI Security Guide for Agentic AI Adoption
    Experts contribute to the AI Security Guide, emphasizing the need for robust security for Non-Human Identities in AI environments.
24. CISA updates Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog with D-Link entries
    CISA adds three vulnerabilities tied to D-Link devices to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog due to active exploitation.
25. CISA releases Malware Analysis Report on SharePoint vulnerabilities
    CISA published a Malware Analysis Report outlining detection signatures for recent Microsoft SharePoint vulnerabilities.