Explore the future of service mesh architecture in this insightful conference talk. Delve into the innovative two-layer design of sidecar-less service mesh in Istio, understanding its advantages over traditional sidecar-based implementations. Learn how to enforce mutual TLS and rich Layer 7 authorization policies effortlessly without sidecars, addressing common challenges in production environments such as unnecessary resource overprovisioning and application restart requirements. Witness a live demonstration showcasing practical implementation techniques for both developers and operators, and gain valuable insights into streamlining your cloud-native infrastructure for enhanced security and efficiency.