Interview by Jonathan Kersting
What if building a global network connection was as easy as snapping together a few Legos?
That’s the reality Megaport is creating. In this episode of TechVibe Radio, Jonathan Kersting sits down with Dave Tomassoni, Regional Director at Megaport, to explore how the company is reinventing connectivity through its Network-as-a-Service (NaaS) platform—giving businesses instant, flexible, and scalable access to the world’s leading data centers and cloud providers.
From Pittsburgh’s growing role in AI and data infrastructure to how Megaport can spin up a secure, high-speed network for an event like The Masters golf tournament in just minutes, this conversation shows how cloud connectivity is evolving for speed, efficiency, and innovation.
Key Takeaways:
How Megaport’s “Network-as-a-Service” model simplifies complex global networking.
Why Pittsburgh’s power, land, and fiber advantages make it a rising data hub for AI growth.
Real-world examples—like short-term, high-performance networks built on demand.
How Megaport’s AI Marketplace is changing the way companies securely connect to AI providers.
The importance of edge connectivity and reducing latency in the age of AI and robotics.
If you’re a tech leader, entrepreneur, or innovator in Pittsburgh—or anywhere in the cloud ecosystem—this episode delivers a front-row seat to the future of connectivity. Learn how Megaport is helping businesses move faster, scale smarter, and stay secure in a world that runs on data.
The Pittsburgh Technology Council produces TechVibe to explore Pittsbsurgh's technology and innovation ecosystem.