AI networking a focus of HPEs Juniper deal as Justice Department concerns swirl [Video]

“DOJ officials are ready to challenge the deal if necessary and have made their concerns known to the company, but no final decision on whether to bring a lawsuit has been reached. The department could let HPE’s purchase of Juniper proceed, potentially with some changes to address its competition concerns if the companies agree to revise the transaction,” Bloomberg reported.

Bloomberg also reported that the vendors may delay the deal until President-elect Trump takes office with the idea that the transaction might get a more favorable review.

AI networking a focus at HPE Discover

In Barcelona, HPE CEO Antonio Neri told attendees that the company still hopes to close the deal by the end of 2024 or early 2025.

“Networking is one of the core tenants that’s going to enable and advance AI, and that’s not lost on us,” Neri said in his keynote address.

“AI requires a modern networking foundation, from client to cloud, to connect …