Talking Innovation

In this episode of Talking Cloud, my guest is Amy Chaney, a transformation artist with extensive experience in technology and risk control. We discuss the evolving landscape of cloud technology, the impact of AI on workforce dynamics, and the importance of identity management in cybersecurity. Amy shares insights on navigating organizational change, the significance of employee engagement in trans...

In this episode of Talking Cloud, I catch up with Boaz Barzel, the field CTO at Ox Security. We discuss the complexities of application security, the evolution of security practices in the age of AI, and the challenges organizations face with alert fatigue. We explore the importance of integrating security into the development process and the role of AI in enhancing software development and securi...

In this episode I sit down with Clay Sharman, founder of Krateo AI, discussing the challenges of understanding consumer intent in e-commerce. We explore the high percentage of anonymous web traffic and how Krateo AI aims to identify potential customers through data analysis. Clay shares insights into the creative process behind Krateo AI, the value it provides to marketing agencies, and the import...

In this episode, I speak with Oded Vanunu, Check Point's Chief Technologist. We delve into the evolving landscape of cybersecurity, discussing the shift from traditional warfare to cyber warfare, the rise of organized cybercrime, and the role of AI and blockchain in enhancing security measures. We explore the implications of these changes for digital identity and the future of cybersecurity, empha...

In this episode of Talking Cloud, I sit down with Daniel Wiley to discuss the evolution of cybersecurity, the founding of LogSeam, and the challenges faced in security operations. Dan shares his extensive experience in the field, including his role in building incident response teams at Checkpoint and the innovative approaches LogSeam is taking to address the complexities of security analytics. Th...

In this episode of Talking Cloud, I speak with Adi Golan, Vice President of Skyhawk Security, discussing the evolution of cloud security, the challenges faced in the industry, and the innovative solutions being developed to enhance security measures. We explore the role of AI and machine learning in cybersecurity, the complexities of CNAPP, and the importance of observability and incident response...

In this engaging conversation, Vikram Phatak and I explore the rapid evolution of AI and cloud technology, discussing its profound impact on daily life and the cybersecurity industry. We delve into the significance of trust in technology leadership and the challenges of maintaining integrity in a market filled with hype and misinformation. Our discussion also highlights the transformative role of...

In this episode of Talking Cloud, I engage with Craig Calder to explore the evolving landscape of AI and its implications for business and society. We discuss the importance of curiosity in tech, the shift towards outcome-based pricing models, and the challenges of implementing AI in organizations. The conversation also touches on the future of identity security and the rapid evolution of technolo...

In this episode of Talking Cloud, I interview Kirsten Bay, CEO and co-founder of Cysurance, discussing her journey from supply chain operations to the world of cybersecurity and insurance. We explore the evolution of data valuation, the complexities of cyber insurance, and the importance of understanding risk management in today's digital landscape. Kirsten shares insights on how businesses can be...

In this episode of Talking Cloud, Grant Asplund interviews Paul Chang, CEO of Brand Engagement Network (BEN), discussing the evolution of AI technologies, particularly large language models, and their applications in business. Paul shares insights from his extensive experience at IBM and how BEN is leveraging AI to create tailored solutions for various industries. The conversation explores the imp...

Episode #74 features a great discussion with Steve Winterfeld, Advisor, and Fractional CISO with Cyber Vigilance Advice (CVA) LLC. Steve is passionate about cybersecurity. He served as CISO for Nordstrom Bank, Director of Cybersecurity for Nordstrom, and Director of Incident Response and Threat Intelligence at Charles Schwab. Steve also published a book on Cyber Warfare and holds CISSP, ITIL, and...

This week, my guest is Matt Stamper, CEO | CISO & Executive Advisor. Matt is a multi-time CISO with extensive experience in cybersecurity, information security, cloud security, IT audit, risk management, privacy, AI security, and governance. Matt is a former research director and security analyst at Gartner (NYSE: IT) and has extensive experience in cloud services and IT service management, in...

I was so excited to post this episode, I forgot to write an introduction!! In this program I sit down with Paul Nguyen, Co-Founder and Co-CEO at Permiso. Paul has a long history of success in the cybersecurity. He's an invovator and entrepreneur and a fantastic guest! I hope you enjoy it!!!

I first met my episode 68 guest in 2002. I recently completed the reacquisition of MetaInfo from Check Point. While Check Point retained 20%, my employees and I owned 80%. Chris, the CEO of Nominum, reached out to me to discuss a possible merger between our companies. The short story is we never merged. Chris led Nominum until they were acquired by Akamai Technologies in 2017. Today, Chris is the...

In this episode, I sit with the Head of Cloud Security Engineering at Check Point Software. Brian McHenry joined Check Point after over a decade and a half at F5 focused on WAF. Brian has been a practitioner, a Sales Engineer, and a Product Manager. Hear why Brian left F5 and joined Check Point and what he started in NY in 2016.

All the way from Northern Ireland, my episode 66 guest is Chris Cooney, Director of Advocacy at Coralogix. Chris explains the differences between 'visibility' and 'observability' and discusses the benefits of their support for open systems.

Episode 65 features Marina Segal, a friend, former colleague, and now co-founder and CEO of her VC-backed start-up, Tamnoon (www.tamnoon.io). I first met and worked with Marina Segal at Dome9 and, subsequently, Check Point Software. Marina is a shrewd and highly experienced executive with a strong background in Security Governance, Risk, and Compliance. In this age of AI, automation, and BOTs, she...

Happy 2025! In this two-part episode, my guest is the founder of North Labs, Collin Graves. We discuss a variety of topics, including, of all things, the similarities between Higher Education and manufacturing! I'll never think of a  'bow-tie' in the same way again! Collin was an early pioneer in cloud computing and was one of the very first certified on AWS. Please comment and let us know what yo...

Happy 2025! In this two-part episode, my guest is the founder of North Labs, Collin Graves. We discuss a variety of topics, including, of all things, the similarities between Higher Education and manufacturing! I'll never think of a  'bow-tie' in the same way again! Collin was an early pioneer in cloud computing and was one of the very first certified on AWS. Please comment and let us know what yo...

In another two-part episode, I sit down with a long-time cybersecurity professional and personal friend, Cal Jeffrey. We first met in 1998 when we were both at Check Point Software. We've remained great friends and have collaborated multiple times. I affectionately call him my personal SMEE—subject matter expert on everything! Joking aside, Cal is a knowledgeable, intelligent, and engaging colleag...

In another two-part episode, I sit down with a long-time cybersecurity professional and personal friend, Cal Jeffrey. We first met in 1998 when we were both at Check Point Software. We've remained great friends and have collaborated multiple times. I affectionately call him my personal SMEE—subject matter expert on everything! Joking aside, Cal is a knowledgeable, intelligent, and engaging colleag...

Part 2 My special guest on episode 62 (in two parts) is a long-time Information Security Executive, entrepreneur, and investor. Todd Beebe cut his teeth in the industry attempting to find his way into other people's systems and networks but turned those skills into a long and successful career bolstering and protecting systems and networks. It was a fascinating discussion with great insights from...

Part 1 My special guest on episode 62 (in two parts) is a long-time Information Security Executive, entrepreneur, and investor. Todd Beebe cut his teeth in the industry attempting to find his way into other people's systems and networks but turned those skills into a long and successful career bolstering and protecting systems and networks. It was a fascinating discussion with great insights from...

I'm finally back with a new video format. Thanks for sticking with me. I've decided to run solo in this episode and show one of the most popular presentations I've delivered in the last few years. It's not just a bunch of slides; I show a number of very cool sites too! (links below) I hope you enjoy it! (Special thanks to Jason Prost for the initial slides. Thanks to Pete Nicoletti for the cool AI...

Episode #60 features Ori Mankali. Ori is a highly seasoned and experienced software developer and leader who now heads engineering for Akeyless Security. Ori is a pioneer in cloud computing, cloud security, and container technologies. Listen as we discuss numerous topics including zero-trust, remote access security, AI, software development, and more. It was a fun discussion for me and I hope you...