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Do I Have to Store My Data with PubNub?
BuildDec 27, 2023

Do I Have to Store My Data with PubNub?

PubNub is flexible. You do not have to store data with us to implement a production application with real-time messaging features. Still, if you choose to, you get access to additional features and benefits, which we can only provide if we understand your data in context. The choice is entirely yours,...
Darryn Campbell
Darryn Campbell
Developer Advocate, PubNub
The Evolution of HTTP Streaming
BuildDec 13, 2023

The Evolution of HTTP Streaming

In the third quarter of 2022, a staggering 7.2 billion hours of content were consumed through live streaming, a statistic that highlights the immense popularity of streaming media and underlines the critical role of HTTP streaming technologies in shaping our viewing experiences.
Michael Carroll
Michael Carroll
Content Writer, PubNub
PubNub Announces Availability in AWS Marketplace
News Nov 27, 2023

PubNub Announces Availability in AWS Marketplace

AWS customers worldwide can now purchase enterprise-grade edge messaging and other PubNub services via AWS Marketplace.
Michael Carroll
Michael Carroll
Best Practices for Building Scalable Realtime Apps
InsightsNov 17, 2023

Best Practices for Building Scalable Realtime Apps

PubNub’s integration with Socket.io enhances real-time concurrent connections by providing features like rapid data streaming, presence monitoring, storage and playback, analytics, cross-platform compatibility, and robust security and access management.
Michael Carroll
Michael Carroll
Content Writer, PubNub
HTTP vs. HTTP/2 vs. HTTP/3: What’s the Difference?
InsightsNov 7, 2023

HTTP vs. HTTP/2 vs. HTTP/3: What’s the Difference?

Since web communication demands evolution, the three versions of Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP)—HTTP, HTTP/2, and HTTP/3—have evolved to meet relentless demands for speed, security, and efficiency. Let's explore these protocols, their unique features, and their implications for web development.
Michael Carroll
Michael Carroll
Content Writer, PubNub
A Comprehensive Overview of In-App Chat Scams: Part 2
InsightsOct 29, 2023

A Comprehensive Overview of In-App Chat Scams: Part 2

In part two, we’ll be covering the most common chat security vulnerabilities, and how you can fix them. We’ll also look at the shortcomings of out-of-the-box security solutions, and some tools PubNub provides that can help you keep your mobile or website application safe from phishing attempts.
Michael Carroll
Michael Carroll
A Comprehensive Overview of In-App Chat Scams: Part 1
InsightsOct 18, 2023

A Comprehensive Overview of In-App Chat Scams: Part 1

People have been trying to run a scam on the internet for as long as it has been used as a communication platform. But one vector for scams that has received less attention is in-app chat scams, which happen in a conversation in-app or product. We'd like to give you a comprehensive overview of in-app...
Michael Carroll
Michael Carroll
What is HTTP Long Polling?
InsightsOct 9, 2023

What is HTTP Long Polling?

This blog post gives an overview of HTTP long polling and what kinds of apps you can build with it.
Darryn Campbell
Darryn Campbell
Developer Advocate, PubNub
What the Cognitive Era of Computing Means for Businesses
InsightsOct 4, 2023

What the Cognitive Era of Computing Means for Businesses

Across all industries, cognitive era brings massive benefits to both the modern business as well as the customers and end-users.

Michael Carroll
Michael Carroll