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Can individuals and organizations still take control of their data — or has the privacy battle already been lost?In this episode of Today in Tech, host Keith Shaw is joined by Ron DeJesus, Field Chief Privacy Officer at Transcend (formerly with Grindr and Tinder), to explore the evolving challenges of data privacy, corporate surveillance, and cyber threats.Topics discussed include:The long-term impact of data collection by Big Tech and hackersWhy seemingly harmless apps request access to sensitive dataConsumer rights under state privacy laws — and how to exercise themThe potential (and risks) of AI in managing personal dataWhether it’s still feasible to “go off the grid” in today’s connected worldThe growing role of transparency, regulation, and digital hygieneRon shares expert insights based on years of operational experience in privacy, offering actionable advice for both individuals and businesses looking to navigate a more complex digital landscape.If you care about digital rights, data security, and where privacy is headed, this is an essential conversation.:pushpin: Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share your thoughts in the comments.#DataPrivacy #CyberSecurity #TodayInTech #KeithShaw #RonDeJesus #Transcend #AIPrivacy #ConsumerRights #BigTech #DigitalSecurity #TikTokPrivacy #DarkWeb #BraveBrowser #SignalApp #ApplePrivacy #TechPodcast

Is AI about to cause the biggest workplace disruption in 25 years? In this episode of Today in Tech, host Keith Shaw sits down with Salesforce Chair and CEO Marc Benioff to explore the rise of AI agents—and how they’re already transforming major companies like Singapore Airlines, Disney, Lennar, and Pandora.Marc shares insights from his recent global travels, real-world use cases of Salesforce AgentForce, and why AI agents go far beyond ChatGPT-style tools. From multi-language support in seconds to revenue-driving personalization, this conversation uncovers how digital agents are reshaping the future of work, healthcare, and customer experience.:mag: Topics Covered:Why AI agents are bigger than generative AIReal-world enterprise use cases (Disney, Lennar, Singapore Airlines, etc.)The economic model behind agentic AIJob loss vs. reskilling debateAI’s future in medicine and customer serviceWhat’s next for Salesforce and AI innovation:brain: “Technology isn’t good or bad—it’s what we do with it,” says Benioff, reflecting on 26 years of Salesforce innovation.:tv: Don’t miss this in-depth and honest discussion about the future of AI, enterprise technology, and what it means for businesses and workers alike.:pushpin: Subscribe for more expert interviews, tech insights, and deep dives into transformative innovations.#MarcBenioff #AIagents #Salesforce #TodayInTech #KeithShaw #AgenticAI #EnterpriseAI #AI2025 #DigitalTransformation #TechInterview #GenerativeAI #AIinBusiness #OpenAI #ChatGPT #AgentForce #AIJobs #Reskilling #FutureOfWork

Generative AI is hot—but are companies wasting their money? 🤖💸Host Keith Shaw dives into surprising new findings with Brett Roscoe (Informatica) and Blake Andrews (Independent Financial). A global survey of top data leaders reveals that many generative AI projects are "stuck in the mud," yet budgets keep growing.👀 What’s behind the disconnect—and will it continue in 2025? 👉 In this episode: Why AI projects are failing to deliver What data leaders are really saying Whether AI investment is still worth it  🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more insights into tech, AI, and data trends!#ArtificialIntelligence #GenerativeAI #AIBudget #TechTrends #Informatica #DataLeadership #AIProjects #KeithShaw #AIsurvey #FutureOfAIGoogle rolls out cheaper AI model as industry scrutinizes costshttps://www.infoworld.com/article/3818503/google-rolls-out-cheaper-ai-model-as-industry-scrutinizes-costs.htmlNearly one in three genAI projects will be scrappedhttps://www.computerworld.com/article/3478532/nearly-one-in-three-genai-projects-will-be-scrapped.html

Generative AI has entered the world of software development—and it’s making waves. In this episode of Today in Tech, host Keith Shaw is joined by Murali Sastry from Skillsoft and Eran Yanav from Tabnine to tackle the big question: Will generative AI replace mid-level software engineers? Or are developers evolving into AI-augmented leaders?From "vibe coding" and AI-generated pull request reviews to the future of entry-level coding jobs and computer science education, we explore how businesses are adapting and what skills developers need in this new era.:small_blue_diamond: Are companies still hiring coders? :small_blue_diamond: Is GenAI reliable for mission-critical code? :small_blue_diamond: What is “vibe coding,” and should you be worried? :small_blue_diamond: How is education shifting for the next generation of engineers?:point_right: Don’t miss this deep dive into how AI is transforming the coding landscape.#GenerativeAI #SoftwareEngineering #TodayInTech #CodingWithAI #VibeCoding #AItools #TechTalk

Are passwords obsolete? With rising data breaches, weak password habits, and endless security layers failing us, it’s time to rethink how we protect our digital lives. In this episode of Today in Tech, host Keith Shaw sits down with cybersecurity expert Gilad Shriki, co-founder of Descope, to explore the flaws in traditional passwords and discuss cutting-edge solutions for safer, smarter authentication.

Are passwords obsolete? With rising data breaches, weak password habits, and endless security layers failing us, it’s time to rethink how we protect our digital lives. In this episode of Today in Tech, host Keith Shaw sits down with cybersecurity expert Gilad Shriki, co-founder of Descope, to explore the flaws in traditional passwords and discuss cutting-edge solutions for safer, smarter authentication.

Host Keith Shaw talks with Marci Maddox, vice president of research and content for IDC’s Tech Buyer Digital Platform, about the ways in which artificial intelligence is shaking up the IT sourcing and procurement process for large companies. With agentic AI on the way and concerns around trust, accuracy and risk, how will AI be able to prove itself as a way to improve the procurement process?

Host Keith Shaw talks with Dustin York, an adjunct professor at the University of Florida who teaches a graduate-level class called “The science of going viral”. With social media becoming more of an entertainment media, many of the rules have changed around what content becomes a hit versus a flop. The two also discuss why so many companies fail at social media branding or whether they are trying too hard on their social channels.

Host Keith Shaw talks with Mika Yamamoto, chief customer and marketing officer at Freshworks, about their latest survey of 4,000 knowledge workers. The survey said not only are workers embracing AI in their jobs, they’re demanding more from their employers and getting promotions because of the technology.Employees want more AI—and leaders are listeninghttps://www.freshworks.com/theworks/performance/freshworks-global-ai-workplace-report-2024/Two AI developer strategies: Hire engineers or let AI do the workhttps://www.computerworld.com/article/3836092/two-ai-developer-strategies-hire-engineers-or-let-ai-do-the-work.html

Host Keith Shaw talks with Ken Mingis from Computerworld and Macworld’s Michael Simon about Apple’s latest battles with the U.K. and Europe over protecting users’ data from governments and side-loading applications on the iPhone. The Apple crew also discusses what we can expect from Apple in 2025, whether the company will be creating a follow-up product to the Vision Pro, and whether the company has moved on from the Steve Jobs legacy on the eve of what would have been his 70th birthday.