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Jun 16, 2024 โ€ข 19min

The Walls Have Eyes: Exploring Border Technologies with Petra Molnar

In this podcast episode, Petra Molnar, a lawyer and anthropologist specializing in border technologies, emphasized the critical point that technology is far from neutral. She highlighted how technology mirrors and perpetuates power dynamics in society, underscoring the significant impacts it can have on individuals if not carefully considered during the innovation process. This concept is essential to grasp as it illuminates the broader implications of technological advancements on society.Replication of PowerPower Imbalance: Technology often mirrors and reinforces existing power imbalances within society. Those with more resources and influence can shape the development and deployment of technology, potentially leading to biases and discriminatory outcomes.Impact on Marginalized Groups: The replication of power dynamics in technology can disproportionately affect marginalized groups, such as refugees, migrants, and individuals facing legal proceedings. These vulnerable populations may bear the brunt of technological solutions that prioritize control and surveillance over human rights and dignity.Considerations for InnovationEthical Frameworks: Molnar suggested that considering ethical frameworks is a starting point for technologists. However, she cautioned that ethics alone may not be sufficient to address the complex societal implications of technology.Regulation and Governance: While ethics provide a moral compass, regulatory frameworks are necessary to enforce accountability and ensure that technology serves the common good. Molnar highlighted the importance of robust regulations tailored to specific contexts to address the real-world impacts of technology.Collaboration and Multidisciplinary ApproachInclusive Innovation: Molnar stressed the need for collaboration between different disciplines and lived experiences in the innovation process. By engaging with diverse perspectives, including those directly impacted by technology, technologists can gain a deeper understanding of the potential consequences of their innovations.Human-Centered Design: Taking a human-centered approach to technology development involves prioritizing the well-being and rights of individuals over technological advancement. By centering the needs and experiences of users, technologists can create solutions that empower and benefit society as a whole. Supported by: https://skykick.com/mspradio/ https://getinsync.ca/mspradio/  All our Sponsors: https://businessof.tech/sponsors/    ๐Ÿ’ผ All Our SponsorsSupport the vendors who support the show:๐Ÿ‘‰ https://businessof.tech/sponsors/ ๐Ÿš€ Join Business of Tech PlusGet exclusive access to investigative reports, vendor analysis, leadership briefings, and more.๐Ÿ‘‰ https://businessof.tech/plus ๐ŸŽง Subscribe to the Business of TechWant the show on your favorite podcast app or prefer the written versions of each story?๐Ÿ“ฒ https://www.businessof.tech/subscribe ๐Ÿ“ฐ Story Links & SourcesLooking for the links from todayโ€™s stories?Every episode script โ€” with full source links โ€” is posted at:๐ŸŒ https://www.businessof.tech ๐ŸŽ™ Want to Be a Guest?Pitch your story or appear on Business of Tech: Daily 10-Minute IT Services Insights:๐Ÿ’ฌ https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/businessoftech ๐Ÿ”— Follow Business of Tech LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28908079YouTube: https://youtube.com/mspradioBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/businessof.techInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mspradioTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@businessoftechFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/mspradionews Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Jun 15, 2024 โ€ข 32min

Navigating AI Adoption and Governance in Technology Services with Seth Robinson

In this episode of the Business of Tech Lounge, host Dave Sobel is joined by Seth Robinson, Vice President of Industry Research at CompTIA, to discuss the value of artificial intelligence (AI) for providers. They delve into the importance of understanding AI as a layer within business solutions rather than a standalone product. The conversation highlights the need for providers to focus on guiding clients through the integration of AI into their existing workflows, emphasizing the importance of data management and client consultation. Robinson and Sobel explore the concept of strategic IT and the shift towards investing in applications rather than computing platforms. They stress the significance of building a foundation for technology evaluation and adopting a continuous improvement mindset. The discussion touches on the challenges faced by managed service providers in balancing standardization with the need for flexibility and adaptation in the rapidly evolving AI landscape. The conversation also delves into the role of governance in AI implementation, emphasizing the need for guiding principles and ethical considerations in utilizing AI technologies. Robinson and Sobel highlight the importance of transparency and accountability in AI usage, particularly in data analysis and decision-making processes. They underscore the value of communication and consultation in helping clients navigate the complexities of AI integration and maximize the benefits of emerging technologies. The episode concludes with a preview of an upcoming interview with Petra Molinar, a lawyer and anthropologist specializing in border technologies. The interview explores the ethical implications of AI-driven technology in migration and the importance of considering real-world impacts when innovating. The discussion underscores the need for thoughtful governance and ethical frameworks in leveraging AI technologies to ensure responsible and impactful use in various industries.  ๐Ÿ’ผ All Our SponsorsSupport the vendors who support the show:๐Ÿ‘‰ https://businessof.tech/sponsors/ ๐Ÿš€ Join Business of Tech PlusGet exclusive access to investigative reports, vendor analysis, leadership briefings, and more.๐Ÿ‘‰ https://businessof.tech/plus ๐ŸŽง Subscribe to the Business of TechWant the show on your favorite podcast app or prefer the written versions of each story?๐Ÿ“ฒ https://www.businessof.tech/subscribe ๐Ÿ“ฐ Story Links & SourcesLooking for the links from todayโ€™s stories?Every episode script โ€” with full source links โ€” is posted at:๐ŸŒ https://www.businessof.tech ๐ŸŽ™ Want to Be a Guest?Pitch your story or appear on Business of Tech: Daily 10-Minute IT Services Insights:๐Ÿ’ฌ https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/businessoftech ๐Ÿ”— Follow Business of Tech LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28908079YouTube: https://youtube.com/mspradioBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/businessof.techInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mspradioTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@businessoftechFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/mspradionews Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Jun 14, 2024 โ€ข 13min

Microsoft's Recall Delay, Kaseya DattoCon Europe, VMware Revenue Decline, Google's Traffic Solution

In this episode of the podcast, host Dave Sobel discusses significant developments in the tech industry. Microsoft's Recall AI feature for Copilot Plus PCs has been delayed to address privacy and security concerns raised by privacy advocates and security experts. The delay indicates Microsoft's commitment to ensuring high standards of quality and security before making the feature available to users. A comparison is drawn between Microsoft's data recording approach and Apple's context-aware data handling strategy, highlighting a strategic difference that could influence market preferences.The episode also covers Kaseya DattoCon Europe, where Kaseya introduced new initiatives such as Kaseya 365 and partner programs aimed at empowering MSPs and enhancing cyber insurance coverage. The event showcased Kaseya's commitment to supporting its partners and driving growth in the MSP market. Additionally, the partnership between Spectra and Ingram Micro to enhance cyber insurance solutions and cyber resilience warranties was discussed, emphasizing the importance of collaboration in strengthening cybersecurity measures.Dave Sobel delves into VMware's $600 million revenue decline following Broadcom's transition to a subscription model, highlighting the challenges faced during major business model transitions. The revenue drop underscores the shift towards subscription licensing for long-term stability and growth, despite short-term revenue impacts. The episode also explores Apple's AI strategy, client-oriented IT approaches, and Google's innovative traffic solutions, providing insights into key developments shaping the tech industry.In the segment on big ideas, the episode discusses Apple's focus on personalization and performance in AI, the importance of client-oriented IT practices for improving customer service, and Google's green light product for optimizing traffic flow. The discussions offer valuable insights into the evolving landscape of technology and the strategic considerations that tech companies and IT professionals need to address. The episode concludes with a preview of upcoming episodes featuring discussions on AI strategy, customer relationships, and technology at the border, providing a glimpse into the diverse topics covered in the Business of Tech podcast. Four things to know today00:00 Microsoft's Recall AI Delayed for Copilot Plus PCs, Highlights Privacy and Security Challenges01:57 Kaseya DattoCon Europe: Kaseya 365 Growth, New Partner Initiatives, and Cyber Insurance Enhancements06:20 VMware Sees $600 Million Revenue Decline Amid Broadcomโ€™s Transition to Subscription Model07:49 Weekend Reads: Appleโ€™s AI Strategy, Client-Oriented IT, and Googleโ€™s Traffic Solutions  Supported by:  https://www.bitdefender.com/business/products/msp-security-solutions.htmlhttps://www.coreview.com/msp All our Sponsors:   https://businessof.tech/sponsors/    ๐Ÿ’ผ All Our SponsorsSupport the vendors who support the show:๐Ÿ‘‰ https://businessof.tech/sponsors/ ๐Ÿš€ Join Business of Tech PlusGet exclusive access to investigative reports, vendor analysis, leadership briefings, and more.๐Ÿ‘‰ https://businessof.tech/plus ๐ŸŽง Subscribe to the Business of TechWant the show on your favorite podcast app or prefer the written versions of each story?๐Ÿ“ฒ https://www.businessof.tech/subscribe ๐Ÿ“ฐ Story Links & SourcesLooking for the links from todayโ€™s stories?Every episode script โ€” with full source links โ€” is posted at:๐ŸŒ https://www.businessof.tech ๐ŸŽ™ Want to Be a Guest?Pitch your story or appear on Business of Tech: Daily 10-Minute IT Services Insights:๐Ÿ’ฌ https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/businessoftech ๐Ÿ”— Follow Business of Tech LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28908079YouTube: https://youtube.com/mspradioBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/businessof.techInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mspradioTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@businessoftechFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/mspradionews Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Jun 13, 2024 โ€ข 11min

PAX8 Beyond, AI Platform Updates, Security Programs, Broadcom Revenue Surge, VMware License Changes

In the podcast episode, host Dave Sobel covers key highlights from the PAX 8 BEYOND conference. The conference showcased Pax8's achievements, including surpassing $2 billion in annual recurring revenue and unveiling updates to their platform. Pax8 is focusing on leveraging AI to empower partners in tapping into the global economy, with new features like Opportunity Explorer and Storefronts being introduced to enhance the partner experience.The episode delves into various tech updates, such as Synchro's AI ticketing solution for MSPs, Acronis XDR security platform, and Bitdefender's Ultimate Small Business Security suite. These innovations aim to streamline operations, enhance cybersecurity, and provide comprehensive protection for small businesses. Additionally, Compliance Scorecard and CloudRadial Portal 365 introduce advanced tools to improve compliance management and client experience, respectively.Broadcom's revenue forecast increase and VMware Cloud on AWS license changes are also discussed. Broadcom's strategic moves, including a stock split and altered VMware licenses, reflect the company's focus on advanced networking chips and cloud services Three things to know today: 00:00 Pax8 Beyond Conference Highlights: $2 Billion Revenue Milestone, AI-Driven Platform Updates, and New Security Program03:41 Syncro's AI Ticketing, Acronis XDR, Bitdefender's Small Business Security, Compliance Scorecard Updates, CloudRadial's Portal, and Microsoft's GPT Builder Retirement07:41 Broadcom Increases 2024 Revenue Forecast, Announces Stock Split, and Changes VMware Cloud on AWS Licenses   Supported by:  https://huntress.com/mspradio/  All our Sponsors:   https://businessof.tech/sponsors/    ๐Ÿ’ผ All Our SponsorsSupport the vendors who support the show:๐Ÿ‘‰ https://businessof.tech/sponsors/ ๐Ÿš€ Join Business of Tech PlusGet exclusive access to investigative reports, vendor analysis, leadership briefings, and more.๐Ÿ‘‰ https://businessof.tech/plus ๐ŸŽง Subscribe to the Business of TechWant the show on your favorite podcast app or prefer the written versions of each story?๐Ÿ“ฒ https://www.businessof.tech/subscribe ๐Ÿ“ฐ Story Links & SourcesLooking for the links from todayโ€™s stories?Every episode script โ€” with full source links โ€” is posted at:๐ŸŒ https://www.businessof.tech ๐ŸŽ™ Want to Be a Guest?Pitch your story or appear on Business of Tech: Daily 10-Minute IT Services Insights:๐Ÿ’ฌ https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/businessoftech ๐Ÿ”— Follow Business of Tech LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28908079YouTube: https://youtube.com/mspradioBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/businessof.techInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mspradioTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@businessoftechFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/mspradionews Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Jun 12, 2024 โ€ข 10min

Apple's WWDC 2024: AI, Private Cloud Compute, and Responsible Framework

In the podcast episode, Dave Sobel delves deep into Apple's WWDC event, highlighting key announcements and advancements in AI technology. Apple introduced Apple Intelligence, an AI system for their devices, showcasing practical and familiar features like Siri upgrades and integration with OpenAI's Chat GPT. The event also unveiled new AI features across various Apple platforms, emphasizing a user-friendly and personalized approach to AI technology. Notably, the introduction of a calculator app for the iPad received a significant cheer from the audience, showcasing the importance of user-centric features.One of the most intriguing aspects discussed in the episode is Apple's Private Cloud Compute, a privacy-centric AI processing system designed to ensure data privacy and security. The innovative architecture of PCC utilizes Apple Silicon servers with advanced security measures like Secure Enclave and Secure Boot, emphasizing data protection and transparency. The episode highlights how Apple's approach to AI technology differs from other tech giants, focusing on privacy and user empowerment. The integration of PCC with Apple Intelligence showcases a thoughtful solution built around privacy and security.Dave emphasizes the significance of Apple's AI strategy, which seamlessly integrates AI technology into the operating system, making it accessible to all Apple users without additional fees. The episode underscores the role of IT service providers in understanding and leveraging AI features for their customers, emphasizing the importance of advice, guidance, and consulting work in implementing AI technology effectively. Apple's responsible AI principles, focusing on user empowerment, representation, design, and privacy, set a high standard for AI development and transparency, serving as a valuable case study for providers working with customers.In conclusion, the episode highlights the evolving landscape of AI technology and the importance of privacy and user-centric design in AI development. Dave encourages IT service providers to prepare for the integration of Apple's AI technology into their services, emphasizing the need for readiness and understanding of AI features for customer engagement. The episode provides insights into Apple's innovative approach to AI technology and the implications for the tech industry, setting a benchmark for responsible AI development and user privacy. Three things to know today. 00:00 Appleโ€™s WWDC 2024 Announcements04:38 A look at Appleโ€™s Private Cloud Compute07:17 Appleโ€™s AI Framework, and what providers can learn. Supported by:  https://trinitycyber.com/msp4/  All our Sponsors:   https://businessof.tech/sponsors/     ๐Ÿ’ผ All Our SponsorsSupport the vendors who support the show:๐Ÿ‘‰ https://businessof.tech/sponsors/ ๐Ÿš€ Join Business of Tech PlusGet exclusive access to investigative reports, vendor analysis, leadership briefings, and more.๐Ÿ‘‰ https://businessof.tech/plus ๐ŸŽง Subscribe to the Business of TechWant the show on your favorite podcast app or prefer the written versions of each story?๐Ÿ“ฒ https://www.businessof.tech/subscribe ๐Ÿ“ฐ Story Links & SourcesLooking for the links from todayโ€™s stories?Every episode script โ€” with full source links โ€” is posted at:๐ŸŒ https://www.businessof.tech ๐ŸŽ™ Want to Be a Guest?Pitch your story or appear on Business of Tech: Daily 10-Minute IT Services Insights:๐Ÿ’ฌ https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/businessoftech ๐Ÿ”— Follow Business of Tech LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28908079YouTube: https://youtube.com/mspradioBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/businessof.techInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mspradioTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@businessoftechFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/mspradionews Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Jun 11, 2024 โ€ข 9min

Snowflake Breach, Microsoft Recall, VMware Backlash, RTO Mandates

The Ticketmaster breach is linked to Snowflake, putting 400 companies at risk. Snowflake warns customers about hackers targeting accounts without multi-factor authentication, potentially connected to the Ticketmaster breach. The threat actor responsible aims to blackmail Snowflake for $20 million, highlighting the importance of MFA in cybersecurity. Microsoft responds to concerns about their Recall feature, which captures user activity on AI-powered PCs. Cybersecurity expert discovers potential security flaws, prompting Microsoft to update the feature for improved security and privacy controls. Users will now need to opt-in and prove their presence via Windows Hello to use the recall feature, emphasizing the importance of strict access control measures. Broadcom's acquisition of VMware raises concerns among IT workers at North American VMware customers. Despite worries about price hikes and disruption to IT strategy, most customers plan to stay with VMware due to its embedded nature in their infrastructures. However, Stormagic is launching a new hyper-converged infrastructure solution, SVHCI, as an alternative to VMware for edge and SMB environments, offering cost savings and high availability. Research from Gartner reveals that executives and employees are hesitant about return-to-office mandates, with some viewing them as a way to conduct back-channel layoffs. The post-COVID work culture has led to increased workplace surveillance and decreased productivity. In contrast, the Office of Personnel Management Director advocates for continued remote work for cybersecurity professionals in federal agencies, emphasizing the importance of creating an open culture and avoiding micromanagement for success. Four things to know today 00:00 Ticketmaster Breach Tied to Snowflake: 400 Companies at Risk01:30 Microsoft Responds to Recall Feature Concerns with Improved Security and Privacy Controls03:02 Broadcom Faces Potential Backlash from VMware Customers Amid Acquisition Concerns04:24 RTO Mandates Linked to Back-Channel Layoffs, Studies Suggest  All our Sponsors:   https://businessof.tech/sponsors/    ๐Ÿ’ผ All Our SponsorsSupport the vendors who support the show:๐Ÿ‘‰ https://businessof.tech/sponsors/ ๐Ÿš€ Join Business of Tech PlusGet exclusive access to investigative reports, vendor analysis, leadership briefings, and more.๐Ÿ‘‰ https://businessof.tech/plus ๐ŸŽง Subscribe to the Business of TechWant the show on your favorite podcast app or prefer the written versions of each story?๐Ÿ“ฒ https://www.businessof.tech/subscribe ๐Ÿ“ฐ Story Links & SourcesLooking for the links from todayโ€™s stories?Every episode script โ€” with full source links โ€” is posted at:๐ŸŒ https://www.businessof.tech ๐ŸŽ™ Want to Be a Guest?Pitch your story or appear on Business of Tech: Daily 10-Minute IT Services Insights:๐Ÿ’ฌ https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/businessoftech ๐Ÿ”— Follow Business of Tech LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28908079YouTube: https://youtube.com/mspradioBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/businessof.techInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mspradioTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@businessoftechFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/mspradionews Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Jun 10, 2024 โ€ข 10min

Tech Market Insights: Jobs Report, AI Investment Surge, Service Leadership, ConnectWise's Future

The podcast discusses the strong job growth in sectors like healthcare and government, emphasizing the demand for tech talent in AI-related roles. It also covers the record growth rates for technology service providers and the importance of adopting innovative technologies. Additionally, it delves into the surge in AI-related deals in venture investing and the challenges faced by the SaaS sector. The episode ends with speculation on ConnectWise's future and engagement with listeners through sponsored segments.
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Jun 9, 2024 โ€ข 18min

Driving Business Outcomes with Identity Solutions: Insights from SailPoint and IDMWorks

Identity management solutions, such as those provided by SailPoint and IDM Works, are essential for organizations to address access timeliness and removal issues effectively. In a podcast episode, Paul Bedi, the CEO of IDMWorks, discussed common organizational pain points, including managing numerous usernames and passwords, delays in access provisioning, and difficulties in adding or removing employee access. These challenges can result in compliance and security risks, especially when access is not promptly revoked upon an employee's departure.Bedi stressed the importance of tackling these issues through advisory engagements and implementing identity management solutions like SailPoint's products. By offering organizations guidance on implementing these solutions, IDM Works helps streamline access management processes, reduce onboarding and offboarding times for employees, and enhance overall security measures.Additionally, Dave Schwartz, the SVP of Global Partnerships at SailPoint, highlighted the unique value proposition of their partner program, which focuses on delivering maximum benefits to end customers. Through collaborations with partners like IDMWorks, SailPoint aims to help organizations effectively manage access controls, improve access provisioning and deprovisioning timeliness, and enhance overall security and compliance measures.In summary, identity management solutions from companies like SailPoint and IDMWorks are crucial for organizations to address access management issues, ensure timely access provisioning and deprovisioning, and mitigate security risks. Through strategic partnerships and outcome-based selling approaches, these solutions enable organizations to streamline their identity management processes, enhance operational efficiency, and bolster security measures. Supported by:https://huntress.com/mspradio/https://getinsync.ca/mspradio/   ๐Ÿ’ผ All Our SponsorsSupport the vendors who support the show:๐Ÿ‘‰ https://businessof.tech/sponsors/ ๐Ÿš€ Join Business of Tech PlusGet exclusive access to investigative reports, vendor analysis, leadership briefings, and more.๐Ÿ‘‰ https://businessof.tech/plus ๐ŸŽง Subscribe to the Business of TechWant the show on your favorite podcast app or prefer the written versions of each story?๐Ÿ“ฒ https://www.businessof.tech/subscribe ๐Ÿ“ฐ Story Links & SourcesLooking for the links from todayโ€™s stories?Every episode script โ€” with full source links โ€” is posted at:๐ŸŒ https://www.businessof.tech ๐ŸŽ™ Want to Be a Guest?Pitch your story or appear on Business of Tech: Daily 10-Minute IT Services Insights:๐Ÿ’ฌ https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/businessoftech ๐Ÿ”— Follow Business of Tech LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28908079YouTube: https://youtube.com/mspradioBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/businessof.techInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mspradioTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@businessoftechFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/mspradionews Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Jun 8, 2024 โ€ข 18min

Navigating the Cybersecurity Landscape: From Security Investments to Talent Recruitment

In this episode of the Business of Tech Lounge, host Dave Sobel delves into the world of cybersecurity, questioning the effectiveness of the industry's focus on selling expensive solutions over practical ones. He highlights the growing global spending on security and risk management, projected to reach $215 billion, and discusses the need for cybersecurity measures in the face of rising cyber threats and attacks. Sobel engages in a conversation with Paul Bedi and Dave Schwartz about tying security investments to business outcomes and the importance of benchmarking security measures against industry peers. They emphasize the need for a cost-benefit analysis and a minimum service level in cybersecurity solutions. The discussion also touches on the significance of preparing for downtime and the cost of not implementing security measures. The episode shifts focus to the topic of talent recruitment in the tech industry, with a discussion on micro internships as a way for small businesses and managed services providers to engage with colleges and universities. Sobel explores the benefits of these short-term, skill-based projects in building a recruitment channel and providing valuable experience for both parties. Sobel concludes the episode by emphasizing the importance of simplifying security offerings to focus on key areas such as passkeys, strong identity security, backup disaster recovery, and MDR. He encourages listeners to prioritize these essential security measures and engage in discussions about the evolving landscape of cybersecurity solutions. The episode ends with a call for questions and feedback from the audience to shape future discussions on the show.  Supported by:  https://salesbuildr.com/ All our Sponsors:   https://businessof.tech/sponsors/    ๐Ÿ’ผ All Our SponsorsSupport the vendors who support the show:๐Ÿ‘‰ https://businessof.tech/sponsors/ ๐Ÿš€ Join Business of Tech PlusGet exclusive access to investigative reports, vendor analysis, leadership briefings, and more.๐Ÿ‘‰ https://businessof.tech/plus ๐ŸŽง Subscribe to the Business of TechWant the show on your favorite podcast app or prefer the written versions of each story?๐Ÿ“ฒ https://www.businessof.tech/subscribe ๐Ÿ“ฐ Story Links & SourcesLooking for the links from todayโ€™s stories?Every episode script โ€” with full source links โ€” is posted at:๐ŸŒ https://www.businessof.tech ๐ŸŽ™ Want to Be a Guest?Pitch your story or appear on Business of Tech: Daily 10-Minute IT Services Insights:๐Ÿ’ฌ https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/businessoftech ๐Ÿ”— Follow Business of Tech LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28908079YouTube: https://youtube.com/mspradioBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/businessof.techInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mspradioTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@businessoftechFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/mspradionews Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Jun 7, 2024 โ€ข 11min

AI, Security, Project Management, and Cybersecurity Updates

In the podcast episode, Dave Sobel discusses the current state of AI adoption among managed services providers (MSPs). According to Barracuda's global MSP report, MSPs are feeling the pressure to enhance their knowledge and application of AI products and services to meet customer demands. The report also highlights the increasing focus on security-related services, with MSPs anticipating a rise in revenue from recurring managed services in 2024.The episode delves into the impact of AI on the labor market, as revealed by new research from MIT's Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Lab. Contrary to previous fears, the study suggests that job destruction from AI will occur gradually, giving policymakers time to prepare and mitigate its effects. Additionally, a Slack report emphasizes the importance of providing proper training to employees using AI to avoid an increase in busy work and ensure productivity.Salesforce's introduction of Slack Lists, a feature aimed at transforming Slack into a collaborative project management tool, is highlighted in the episode. The integration of project and task management functionalities within Slack is seen as a strategic move to enhance collaboration, improve accountability, and increase productivity for teams. The discussion emphasizes the need for proper training to maximize the potential of Slack Lists and the importance of support from Salesforce during the transition.The episode also touches on initiatives such as CISA's Secure by Design and Gartner's recommendations for CISOs to enhance their cybersecurity approach. The focus on secure design practices, legislative developments, and building a resilient cyber workforce underscores the evolving landscape of cybersecurity. Furthermore, insights into AI jailbreaking and innovative workplace communication tools like Imovid provide a glimpse into the future of technology and the importance of staying ahead of industry trends for MSPs and software developers. Three things to know today 00:00 AI Hype vs. Reality: Why Training and Security Remain Key for MSPs03:38 Salesforce Enhances Slack with Project Management Features: Introducing Slack Lists04:50 Government Initiatives, Cybersecurity Strategies, and AI Jailbreaking: Key Takeaways for Tech Professionals  Supported by: https://coreview.com/msphttps://huntress.com/mspradio/  All our Sponsors:   https://businessof.tech/sponsors/     ๐Ÿ’ผ All Our SponsorsSupport the vendors who support the show:๐Ÿ‘‰ https://businessof.tech/sponsors/ ๐Ÿš€ Join Business of Tech PlusGet exclusive access to investigative reports, vendor analysis, leadership briefings, and more.๐Ÿ‘‰ https://businessof.tech/plus ๐ŸŽง Subscribe to the Business of TechWant the show on your favorite podcast app or prefer the written versions of each story?๐Ÿ“ฒ https://www.businessof.tech/subscribe ๐Ÿ“ฐ Story Links & SourcesLooking for the links from todayโ€™s stories?Every episode script โ€” with full source links โ€” is posted at:๐ŸŒ https://www.businessof.tech ๐ŸŽ™ Want to Be a Guest?Pitch your story or appear on Business of Tech: Daily 10-Minute IT Services Insights:๐Ÿ’ฌ https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/businessoftech ๐Ÿ”— Follow Business of Tech LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28908079YouTube: https://youtube.com/mspradioBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/businessof.techInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mspradioTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@businessoftechFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/mspradionews Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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