Neil C. Hughes

Tech Talks Daily

If every company is now a tech company and digital transformation is a journey rather than a destination, how do you keep up with the relentless pace of technological change? Every day, Tech Talks Daily brings you insights from the brightest minds in tech, business, and innovation, breaking down complex ideas into clear, actionable takeaways. Hosted by Neil C. Hughes, Tech Talks Daily explores how emerging technologies such as AI, cybersecurity, cloud computing, fintech, quantum computing, Web3, and more are shaping industries and solving real-world challenges in modern businesses. Through can...

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Neil C. Hughes

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Technology

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Latest episode

Oct 22, 2026

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Episodes

2311: The Future of Cybersecurity: An Introduction to Naoris Protocol 19.03.2023

David Carvalho joins me in a conversation sharing his insights on how the Naoris Protocol is revolutionizing cybersecurity for enterprises and individuals in today's hyper-connected world. In this episode, we'll explore the decentralized cybersecurity mesh architecture (dCSMA) that protects networks and data by turning every connected device into a trusted validator node.  We'll discuss how Naoris...

2310: Alva Labs - Can AI Reduce Employee Churn and Improving Retention? 19.03.2023

Today we explore the future of recruitment and the role of AI in creating a more equitable and efficient job market. In this episode, we are joined by Malcolm Burenstam Linder, the CEO of Alva Labs, a company that is dedicated to using technology to revolutionize the recruitment process. We start by discussing the traditional recruitment methods that are known to promote bias and how technology ca...

2309: Finding the Way: The Entrepreneur's Tale 18.03.2023

In today's episode of the Tech Talks Daily Podcast, we delve into the world of entrepreneurship and investing with the guidance of Cap Treeger, a serial entrepreneur and investor. Join us as we explore the lessons he's learned from his own successes and failures in building multiple businesses in various industries. As the Wall Street Journal and National best-selling author of Finding the Way, Ca...

2308: Assurant - The Sustainable Future of Refurbished Tech Devices 17.03.2023

In this episode, we're diving into the world of refurbished tech devices, e-waste, and the great digital divide. Our special guest is Biju Nair, EVP & President of the Global Connected Living business unit at Assurant, a leading provider of device protection, support, and logistics solutions for mobile devices, smart homes, and connected devices. Biju's expertise in the wireless industry spans mor...

2307: Bridging the Digital Divide with Code Division 17.03.2023

On today's episode of Tech Talks Daily, I am joined by Bianca Peel and Frank Duffy, the founder of Code Division, a non-profit organisation and SQA-certified learning centre in Scotland. They are on a mission to provide free digital education to those who need it most, focusing on individuals who are unemployed, facing barriers to employment, and from underrepresented backgrounds in tech. As autom...

2306: Allianz Travel and the Tech Revolution Transforming CX 16.03.2023

Last week at the X4 Summit, I dived into the world of customer experience with Maggie Butler, Director of Customer Experience at Allianz. With keynotes from inspirational figures like Martha Stewart, Sean White, Tony Hawks, and The Killers, this event is packed with excitement. But my conversation with Maggie takes center stage in this episode. We explore how Allianz, a travel insurance company as...

2305: Marketing Mix Optimisation: A Triangulated Approach by Ekimetrics 16.03.2023

Today's guest is Matt Andrew, UK Managing Director and Partner at Ekimetrics. The global data science consultancy helps brands improve their marketing performance, understand customers, and enhance operational excellence through analytics and data science.  Ekimetrics uses econometrics as a basis and employs triangulated methods such as Marketing Mix Optimisation (MMO) to ensure that brands make c...

2304: WatchGuard Cybersecurity Predictions 15.03.2023

Corey Nachreiner, CSO at WatchGuard, joins me in a conversation about the latest cybersecurity predictions for 2023 from WatchGuard's Threat Lab research team. Our guest then shares the story behind the batch of predictions for 2023, offering different takes on potential hacks and attacks in various categories.  We discuss two matchups: "Insurers Going Vertical" and "Targeting Vendors and Partners...

2303: Coinfantasy - Gamifying the Experience of Investing in Crypto 14.03.2023

In this episode, we have invited Harishkarthik Gunalan, a crypto enthusiast and expert in the gaming industry, to share his insights on CoinFantasy. Harishkarthik will delve into the key USPs and innovations of CoinFantasy, and how it differs from other Play-to-Earn model games. He also shares his thoughts on the future of this space, new innovations and trends in the De-Fi Gaming Industry in 2023...

2302: How Tech is Transforming the Shake Shack Experience 13.03.2023

Join me on the Tech Talks Daily podcast as I welcome Charles Frankievich, Director of Consumer Insights at Shake Shack. In this episode, we discuss the critical role that technology and data play in shaping the customer experience at Shake Shack.  We discuss the brand's 5-year plan to become a national competitor and how insights from data and analytics helped Shake Shack truly understand how gues...

2301: Data Transformation: ETL vs. ELT: Making the Right Choice for Your Business 13.03.2023

In this episode, we are joined by Matthew Scullion, the CEO of Matillion, a cloud data integration software company. Join us as we dive into an intriguing conversation about ETL and ELT - their differences, how to choose which one to use, and why making the wrong choice can lead to a waste of IT budgets. Matthew also sheds light on the challenges caused by the ever-increasing volume and complexity...

2300: Make Work Better With HR Tech: A Call to Action for HR and Business Leaders 12.03.2023

Over the last few years, the way we work has changed dramatically. We have transitioned from working in an office to working from home at scale to hybrid working. While this transition was challenging at first, we now expect to work from any device, on any network, in any location at any time. So the big question now is, how can we make work better? How can we improve the future of work? In this e...

2299: The CEO Reshaping the Lettings Industry With Technology 11.03.2023

In this episode of Tech Talks Daily, I am joined by William Reeve, a serial tech entrepreneur with an extensive track record of founding and chairing successful high-growth tech businesses. William shares his insights on why the rental sector has been overlooked by the tech industry for so long, despite impacting a significant percentage of homes in the UK. As CEO of Goodlord, a RentTech company,...

2298: Virgin Voyages - Technology Takes to the Seas 10.03.2023

Virgin Voyages is a cruise line that aims to offer a unique experience to the adult traveler. The company has also partnered with a Creative Collective, including some of the most sought-after interior designers, artists, and architects, to create a sleek, contemporary, and stylish look for the ships.  Virgin Voyages offers city-like eating to sea with 20+ food choices onboard, with no traditional...

2297: The Dawn Of A New Marketing Normal: Fusing Human Expertise With AI Technology 10.03.2023

The world of marketing is rapidly changing, and businesses need to adapt to stay ahead of the curve. With the rise of AI technology, a new marketing normal is emerging that bridges the gap between brands and their target audiences. AI is being used to analyze vast amounts of data and generate insights that can inform marketing strategies and make them more effective. By using AI, brands can create...

2296: AMEX and The Tech Transforming CX in Financial Services 09.03.2023

Did you know that last year, Qualtrics analyzed 2 billion conversations and 16 billion surveys? That's a lot of data on customer experiences. And this week, at the X4 Experience Management Summit in Salt Lake City, around 10,000 attendees are discussing how technology can turn a customer into a fanatic, an employee into an ambassador, and a product into an obsession. One of the companies speaking...

2295: The Fine Art Marketplace on Solana Powering the Creator Economy 09.03.2023

In this episode of the Tech Talks Daily Podcast, I am joined by Alex Fleseriu, the CEO of Exchange. Art, a fine arts marketplace on Solana. Alex shares with us the impressive growth Exchange. Art has experienced since launching in October 2021, with a consistent 20-60% growth despite other marketplaces dipping this year. Exchange. Art is a unique marketplace that is creator-focused, unlike its buy...

2294: Qualtrics X4 With Brad Anderson - Making Business More Human With Tech 08.03.2023

Qualtrics Experience Management (XM) is a software platform that helps brands continually assess the quality of their four core experiences—customers, employees, products, and brands. Last year, Qualtrics analyzed 2 billion conversations and 16 billion surveys.  The Company's X4 event takes place in Salt Lake City this week, where around 10,000 attendees will be discussing how technology can you t...

2293: Thales - The Importance of the Human Factor When Designing Technology 08.03.2023

This episode delves into the often-overlooked human factor in cybersecurity with Amanda Widdowson, Head of Human Factors Capability at Thales. Businesses can invest significantly in cybersecurity infrastructure, but human error can undermine it. Amanda shares her extensive knowledge of human factors and ergonomics, highlighting the need to design policies that consider human factors rather than bl...

2292: The Future of Cybersecurity with Malwarebytes CEO, Marcin Kleczynski 07.03.2023

In this episode, we are joined by Marcin Kleczynski, the CEO and co-founder of Malwarebytes, a leading cybersecurity company. Marcin shares his insights on the cybersecurity workforce gap and its implications for cyberattacks in 2023.  We also discuss the current economic climate and how the cybersecurity industry is weathering it, with the increasing need for better defenses against cyberattacks....

2291: Deloitte - The Data-Driven Guide for Digital Transformation 06.03.2023

Today, on the Tech Talks Daily Podcast, I am diving into the world of digital business transformation with Tim Bottke, senior Strategy Partner at Monitor Deloitte and Associate Professor for Strategy and Digital Transformation at SDA Bocconi business school. Years after companies spend millions of dollars on digital transformations, their investors often ask why there's no return on investment. It...

2290: OpenUK CEO Amanda Brock On The Future For Open Source 05.03.2023

As businesses and individuals, we rely increasingly on digital services in our everyday lives. Our lives have become dependent on technology, from cloud services to mobile phones and streaming sites to the apps we use. And behind these technologies lies open source software. Open source software has become a vital part of building digital services. It has made it possible for developers to collabo...

2289: The Company Enhancing Fraud Prevention in the Crypto Industry 04.03.2023

In this podcast episode, I'm joined by Alex Zeltcer, the CEO and Co-Founder of nSure.ai, who shares insights on payment fraud prevention in the crypto industry. He debunks the notion that preventing fraud in the crypto space is a complex process and provides real-life examples of how fraudsters attempt to attack crypto businesses. Alex also offers practical tips for listeners to safeguard themselv...

2288: Pivoting from Optometry to Tech: A Journey into Machine Learning 03.03.2023

Dominika Szulc from Future Processing joins me on Tech Talks Daily to share the inspirational story that saw her pivot from the optometry industry into a career in tech. She shares her unique career transition to IT and offers advice for anyone wanting to follow in her footsteps. We also discuss how the ML world works from a junior specialist perspective and the tech scene in Poland. Dominika also...

2287: Avanade - Transforming the Employee Experience with Purpose-Driven Technology Strategies 02.03.2023

The world is changing, and the way we work is changing with it. For many people, working for a company that is purpose-driven and focused on creating real change is becoming increasingly important. Pam Maynard, CEO of Avanade, believes that technology can play a key role in creating a better employee experience, but only if businesses focus on purpose-driven technology strategies. In this episode...

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