NXP EdgeVerse Techcast

Bluetooth 6 Channel Sounding Explained: Centimeter-Level Ranging with MCX W72 & KW47 Rakshit Grover and Manisha Phadke join the EdgeVerse Techcast to discuss how Bluetooth 6 Channel Sounding brings spatial awareness to Bluetooth Low Energy. They explain how Channel Sounding enables accurate, secure distance measurement between an Initiator and Reflector, moving beyond RSSI by combining Phase-Based...

Celebrating One Year! The Future of Microcontrollers with Cristiano Costello Join us for a special episode celebrating one year of the EdgeVerse TechCast! Hosts Kyle and Bridgette welcome Cristiano Costello, a key figure in NXP's MCU strategy and portfolio evolution, to discuss the future of microcontrollers. Cristiano shares insights from his 30-year journey in the industry, reflecting on technol...

Demystifying Security in Embedded Systems with Arnold Brain | EdgeVerse Techcast Join co-hosts Kyle Dando and Bridgette on the latest episode of the EdgeVerse Techcast as they discuss Security with Arnold Brain, a security architect at NXP. The conversation focuses on 3 crucial categories of Security: Platform Security, Application Security, and Compliance. Arnold covers how NXP assists developers...

Unlocking Secure Connectivity with Mongoose for NXP Devices | EdgeVerse Techcast Join hosts Kyle Dando and Bridgette Stone in this episode of the EdgeVerse Techcast as they discuss challenges in embedded project connectivity with Sergey Lyubka from Cesanta. Discover how Mongoose, an open-source embedded networking stack, simplifies secure and reliable device communication for developers working wi...

EdgeVerse Techcast: CES 2026 Recap with Live Reports from the Show Floor In this exciting episode of the EdgeVerse Techcast, we're recapping the CES 2026 event, featuring NXP's flagship showcases: Brighter Lives, Brighter Places, and Brighter Journeys . Joined by our co-host Bridgette, who attended the event, we dive into the real-world applications of NXP's technology demonstrated through groundb...

Unlocking the Power of Torizon OS: Toradex & NXP Partnership | EdgeVerse Techcast Join Kyle Dando and Bridgette Stone on the EdgeVerse Techcast as they dive into the exciting partnership between NXP and Toradex. Special guest Daniel Lang, Chief Marketing Officer for Toradex, discusses how Torizon OS supports NXP's i. MX application processors. Learn about Torizon's features, including simplifying...

Unlocking AI Potential in Embedded Development with Eli Hughes | EdgeVerse Techcast Join co-hosts Bridgette Stone and Kyle Dando on the EdgeVerse Techcast as they welcome back embedded developer Eli Hughes. In this episode, Eli shares his hands-on experience with integrating AI tools like ChatGPT and Anthropic Claude into his workflow, highlighting practical applications and real-world benefits. D...

Start the New Year Right: The Flea Story - EdgeVerse Techcast Finale 2026 In this final episode of the year on EdgeVerse Techcast, we share an inspiring story about overcoming self-imposed limitations to start the new year on the right foot. Learn from the tale of the flea and how Purdue's Coach Poehlein taught lessons that extended beyond running to life itself. Discover how persistence, creativi...

EdgeVerse Techcast 2025 Recap: Top Five Tech Trends Unveiled! Join Bridgette and Kyle as they reminisce about a remarkable year on the EdgeVerse Techcast with a special 2025 year-end wrap-up! In this episode, they highlight the top five recurring themes that captivated developers: Zephyr, Visual Studio Code, Security, Graphics Enablement, and Cloud Connectivity. From groundbreaking insights and in...

The Unsung Hero of Development: NXP Documentation Unveiled Welcome back to the EdgeVerse Techcast! In this episode, co-hosts Bridgette Stone and Kyle bring in NXP's documentation expert, Shashi Bala Chaudhary, to shed light on the crucial yet often overlooked role of documentation in software development. Shashi shares her 25-year journey in technical writing, details the evolution of NXP's MCUXpr...

Exploring GUI Guider and LVGL: NXP Graphics Innovations with Mike Susen Welcome to the EdgeVerse Techcast! In this episode hosts Kyle and Bridgette are joined by returning guest and NXP graphics guru, Mike Susen. Mike shares exciting updates on GUI Guider, a user-friendly tool for creating UI, and LVGL support for NXP's ecosystem. Learn about the latest improvements, new demos, and expanded displa...

Unlocking the Power of NXP's Secure Provisioning SDK (SPSDK) with Maria Wisniewska | EdgeVerse Techcast Join hosts Kyle Dando and Bridgette Stone on the latest episode of the EdgeVerse Techcast as they help listeners understand the ways NXP's Secure Provisioning SDK (SPSDK) reduces the complexities of secure provisioning. Special guest Maria Wisniewska, a key developer behind the SPSDK, explains h...

Innovations in Embedded Development with Jacob Beningo | EdgeVerse Techcast Join hosts Bridgette Stone and Kyle Dando on the EdgeVerse Techcast as they welcome the acclaimed consultant, educator, and embedded systems community leader Jacob Beningo. In this episode, Jacob discusses his extensive experience with the FRDM ecosystem, the MCUXpresso development tools, and the integration with VS Code....

Connecting NXP Bluetooth Devices to the Cloud: Insights from Golioth's Experts In this episode, co-hosts Kyle Dando and Bridgette Stone discuss connecting NXP Bluetooth products to cloud services with minimal headaches. Joined by Golioth's CEO Jonathan Beri and Head of Developer Relations Chris Gammel, you'll learn about Golioth's innovative 'Pouch' technology, Zephyr integration, over-the-air (OT...

Unlocking Zephyr Development with Visual Studio Code and MCUXpresso In this episode of the EdgeVerse Techcast, co-hosts Kyle Dando and Bridgette Stone are joined by Georgiana Boglis, a software engineer from NXP Romania.  The episode focuses on Zephyr Development within Visual Studio Code. The discussion covers how the MCUXpresso for VS Code extension simplifies the development process for Zephyr....

Evolution of MCUXpresso for VS Code: Latest Features and Enhancements Welcome back to the NXP EdgeVerse Techcast! Join hosts Kyle Dando and Bridgette Stone as they discuss the growing momentum behind the MCUXpresso extension for Visual Studio Code. Ecosystem Product Manager Jose Ocampo Hernandez joins the episode to discuss the transformative upgrades made over the past year. Learn about stability...

Mastering Secure Code Signing with Keyfactor & NXP | CRA Compliance & IoT Security Welcome back to the EdgeVerse Techcast! In this episode, Bridgette Stone and Kyle are joined by Rodney Weaver from Keyfactor to discuss the crucial role of digital certificates in securing connected devices. Discover how the collaboration between Keyfactor and NXP simplifies code signing and digital identity managem...

In this episode of the EdgeVerse Techcast, hosts Kyle Dando and Bridgette Stone cover one of the most referenced topics among their episodes: porting the classic game DOOM to an NXP MCX FRDM board using Zephyr RTOS. Joined by NXP engineer Peter van der Perk, they explore the inspiration, challenges, and technical details behind this highly popular demo. Learn how Peter leveraged Zephyr's features,...

In this highly anticipated follow-up from "Episode 31", hosts Kyle Dando and Bridgette Stone dive deeper into one of their most downloaded topics—the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA). Joined by NXP's Cybersecurity Certification expert, Carlos Serratos, they uncover the intricacies of CRA, its impact on various industries, and how NXP is supporting customers with conformance and security measures. From t...

In this episode of the EdgeVerse Techcast , hosts Kyle Dando and Bridgette Stone sit down with Lukas Heczko , Product Manager at NXP, to explore the newly released System Manager Configuration Tool for the i. MX 9 processor family. Whether you're a seasoned developer or just getting started with NXP's multicore processors, this episode breaks down: What the System Manager firmware is and why it's...

In this episode, co-hosts Kyle Dando and Bridgette Stone uncover many of the benefits of NXP's FRDM ecosystem. Joined by special guest Monica Sid, they explore what makes FRDM Boards unique and how they can help developers quickly build and prototype projects. Discover the seamless integration with MCUXpresso, standout boards like the FRDM-IMX93, and upcoming new additions to the FRDM portfolio. W...

Welcome back to the EdgeVerse Techcast. In this episode, Bridgette and Kyle explore what it means to lead in the Open-Source world, focusing on the Zephyr RTOS project. Special guest David Leach from NXP discusses NXP's extensive contributions to Zephyr, from governance and engineering to sustainability. Learn about NXP's active role in maintaining connectivity protocols, their contributions to th...

In this episode, hosts Kyle Dando and Bridgette Stone dive into the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) with guest Sabina Bruce from NXP's Systems Engineering team. They explore what the CRA is, its importance, and its impact on products with digital components. Learn about the main requirements for product security, the different product categories under the CRA, and how NXP's microcontroller families, es...

In this episode of EdgeVerse Techcast, hosts Kyle Dando and Bridgette Stone dive into the transformative world of Matter, the new standard for smart home connectivity. Joined by NXP's Sujata Neidig, they discuss the origins, evolution, and future of Matter, and how it simplifies the smart home experience. Learn about NXP's comprehensive support for Matter, development tools, the latest updates, an...

Welcome back to the EdgeVerse Techcast! In this episode, Bridgette Stone and Kyle Dando are joined by security enablement guru Libor Ukropec to explore the latest features of NXP's Secure Provisioning Tool (SEC). Libor delves into the complexities of digital signing, encryption, and the vital role of the SEC tool in safeguarding intellectual property and ensuring product longevity. The episode als...