Tech Talks Daily

In this episode, I sit down with none other than the 'Godfather of Martech', Scott Brinker. Don't believe the title? A quick Google search will validate that claim! Before HubSpot, Scott's leadership as the co-founder and CTO of ion Interactive set the gold standard for interactive content, serving titans like Cisco, Dell, and Microsoft. Currently steering the ship at HubSpot as the Vice President...

Today, I welcome Steve Stathis Tzikakis, the dynamic CEO of Sitecore, a visionary in digital transformation with a legacy that spans continents and industries. Steve, a stalwart of the tech industry since the '90s, boasts a glittering track record, from his 13-year tenure at SAP - where he helmed its monumental growth across the EMEA South region, to his present role at Sitecore, where he is revol...

In today's episode of Tech Talks Daily, I am joined by Michael Burdick, Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of Paro, the disruptive startup changing how companies connect with on-demand financial talent. Burdick, a leading authority in the freelance marketplace industry, will delve into the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and freelancing, a domain where he sees a promising future for A...

Today, I'm joined by Chris Ebeling, an industry-renowned animator, creative director, writer, and digital artist who recently joined Behaviol's leadership team. Chris shares insights from his extensive experience, having worked on Hollywood blockbusters and AAA gaming cinematic productions, as well as innovative projects such as ZED.RUN, a blockchain-based, digital horse racing game. We explore th...

On this episode of Tech Talks Daily, I sit down with William Glazier, an expert from Cequence Security to delve into the ins and outs of the groundbreaking "API Protection Report: Holiday Build-up Shows 550% Jump in Unique Threats." This revealing report is based on an analysis of approximately a trillion transactions spanning a variety of industries and uncovers the pressing API threat trends tha...

In today's digitized world, the security of our data is paramount. Understanding the complexity of data breaches and developing robust security strategies can often be a challenging task for businesses. To shed light on this critical issue, I'm thrilled to have Terry Ray from Imperva, a global leader in cybersecurity, on Tech Talks Daily. Terry brings a wealth of knowledge to our discussion, focus...

In this episode of Tech Talks Daily, I'm joined by Hugo Bergmann from Seagate, a global leader in data storage solutions, to tackle a significant problem facing today's businesses: the rising and often unsustainable costs of data storage. According to recent statistics, more than half of British businesses' IT leaders are grappling with the spiraling costs of data storage, which are becoming unten...

In this compelling episode of Tech Talks Daily, we delve into a hot topic that concerns us all: internet privacy. Zenobia Godschalk, the Founder of ZAG Communications and Senior Vice President of Communications for Hedera Hashgraph, joins me to explore the notion of personal data being bought and sold online and how we, the people, have become "the product." With a wealth of experience in high-tec...

In this episode of Tech Talks Daily, I sit down with Raghu Nandakumara, a seasoned cybersecurity expert and Head of Industry Solutions at Illumio, a company at the forefront of zero trust segmentation technology. Raghu brings us insights into where business leaders need to focus their attention to achieve maximum ROI on cybersecurity investments. We dive deep into the critical importance of provin...

In this thought-provoking episode of Tech Talks Daily, we dive into the cutting-edge insights from the Accenture Technology Vision 2023 report titled "When Atoms Meet Bits: The Foundations of Our New Reality." Joining us is Michael Biltz from Accenture, who sheds light on the transformative technology trends shaping the convergence of the physical and digital worlds. Michael and our host Neil expl...

I sit down with Ryan George, the CMO of Docupace, a leading cloud-based fintech platform transforming the back office processes in the financial services industry. With over 15 years of marketing and communications experience in finance, Ryan shares his journey and how he became a driving force in modernizing and digitizing the back office. Discover the transformative trends in fintech and wealth...

I have the pleasure of hosting Slava Podmurnyi, the Co-Founder and CEO of Visartech, a leading software technology partner specializing in custom software solutions. With over 13 years of experience in applying technology to diverse business niches, Slava brings a unique perspective and valuable insights to the table. Join us as Slava shares his journey, starting with WizardTech Incorporated, a ga...

In this episode of Tech Talks Daily, I am thrilled to have Mara Cairo, the Product Owner of Advanced Technology at Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute (AMII), as our guest. Mara is a trailblazer in the world of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, with a passion for leveraging AI for the greater good. With a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering and esteemed designations a...

In this episode of Tech Talks Daily, I sit down with cybersecurity expert Richard Hummel from NETSCOUT to explore the alarming rise of Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks in the digital landscape. Richard unveils the key findings from NETSCOUT's 5th Anniversary DDoS Threat Intelligence Report, which provides a comprehensive overview of the new threat landscape. With an average visibility...

In this intriguing episode, I welcome David El, Malware Researcher at CyberArk, to discuss the underbelly of popular communication platforms like Discord. While the recent Pentagon document leaks via Discord have alerted us to the platform's potential misuse, new research from CyberArk Labs has shed light on the magnitude of these threats. David delves into the specifics of the newly discovered ma...

Today, I'm joined by Vishal Soni, a trailblazer in the realms of data analytics, machine learning, and process automation at Alteryx. In this day and age, with escalating environmental concerns and stricter regulatory norms, Vishal's work in harnessing technology to optimize energy usage, reduce ecological footprint, and unlock significant cost savings for businesses becomes particularly salient....

Join me in this insightful episode as I converse with Luc van Huystee, the Vice President of Mobility at TD SYNNEX, an innovative leader in the global IT ecosystem, which has been recently acclaimed as the 2023 Microsoft Operational Excellence Partner of the Year! Van Huystee, a veteran with over a decade of expertise in mobility, SmartHome, Metaverse, and AR/VR solutions, discusses the compelling...

Join us on this episode of Tech Talks Daily, where I sit down with Simon Hodgkinson, the former Chief Information Security Officer at BP and current strategic advisor at Semperis. Transitioning from the role of a CISO to a strategic advisor, Simon delves into his journey and emphasizes the critical importance of prioritizing secure Active Directory for IT departments across all industries. Simon e...

I am joined by Raphaëlle d'Ornano, Founder and Managing Partner at D'Ornano + Co., a leading global advisory firm. D'Ornano + Co. has revolutionized the analysis of tech and tech-enabled companies, focusing on their long-term resilience and investment potential. Raphaëlle sheds light on the transformative technology shaping the investment landscape and urges businesses to consider counter-intuitiv...

In today's episode of Tech Talks Daily, we are joined by Mark Kaufmann, the CEO of LingQ, an innovative language-learning app. LingQ has recently made headlines for announcing the addition of Swahili to their extensive catalogue of languages, raising their total to 42 languages on offer. Swahili, spoken by over 100 million people across East and Central Africa, represents LingQ's first venture int...

I host Ahad Khan, the CEO of Kajabi, a revolutionary all-in-one platform designed for knowledge entrepreneurs and creators to build, market, and sell educational content. In the age of the "Great Resignation," millions of people are breaking traditional employment chains to start their own ventures. However, the risks and difficulties associated with entrepreneurship can be discouraging. Ahad disc...

Greg Hanson, GVP platform sales specialist at Informatica, joins me on Tech Talks Daily in an engaging conversation where we explore the innovative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) for data management, highlighting the capabilities of Generative AI and the industry-first CLAIRE GPT launched by Informatica. We dive deep into the advancements and applications of Generative AI, exploring its...

In this episode of Tech Talks Daily, I welcome Ed Williams, VP, Consulting, Professional Services at Trustwave, a global leader in managed security services. Ed brings invaluable insights into the challenges and strategies around communicating cybersecurity risks and solutions within an organization, particularly between CISOs and the less technically inclined C-suite. Ed kicks off the conversatio...

In this thought-provoking, I'm joined by Andrew Bud, CEO of iProov, the global leader in face biometric verification and authentication technology. As we delve into the evolving world of deepfakes, we unpack the security implications for businesses and individuals alike. Andrew kicks off the conversation by sharing crucial insights into the security risks of using voice replication as a biometric...

Dr. Ben Zhang, founder of NodeReal, joins me on Tech Talks Daily. NodeReal is a one-stop infrastructure and solution provider, paving the way for the high-speed blockchain era and the evolution of Web3 technology. Dr. Zhang and our host discuss the crux of easing the transition from Web2 to Web3 and how it's integral to large-scale enterprise adoption. By highlighting real-world case studies like...