Tech Talks Daily
Neil C. Hughes
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 candid conversations with industry leaders, CEOs, Fortune 500 executives, startup founders, and even the occasional celebrity, Tech Talks Daily uncovers the trends driving digital transformation and the strategies behind successful tech adoption. But this isn't just about buzzwords.
We go beyond the hype to demystify the biggest tech trends and determine their real-world impact. From cybersecurity and blockchain to AI sovereignty, robotics, and post-quantum cryptography, we explore the measurable difference these innovations can make.
Whether improving security, enhancing customer experiences, or driving business growth, we also investigate the ROI of cutting-edge tech projects, asking the tough questions about what works, what doesn't, and how businesses can maximize their investments.
Whether you're a business leader, IT professional, or simply curious about technology's role in our lives, you'll find engaging discussions that challenge perspectives, share diverse viewpoints, and spark new ideas.
New episodes are released daily, 365 days a year, breaking down complex ideas into clear, actionable takeaways around technology and the future of business.
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 candid conversations with industry leaders, CEOs, Fortune 500 executives, startup founders, and even the occasional celebrity, Tech Talks Daily uncovers the trends driving digital transformation and the strategies behind successful tech adoption. But this isn't just about buzzwords.
We go beyond the hype to demystify the biggest tech trends and determine their real-world impact. From cybersecurity and blockchain to AI sovereignty, robotics, and post-quantum cryptography, we explore the measurable difference these innovations can make.
Whether improving security, enhancing customer experiences, or driving business growth, we also investigate the ROI of cutting-edge tech projects, asking the tough questions about what works, what doesn't, and how businesses can maximize their investments.
Whether you're a business leader, IT professional, or simply curious about technology's role in our lives, you'll find engaging discussions that challenge perspectives, share diverse viewpoints, and spark new ideas.
New episodes are released daily, 365 days a year, breaking down complex ideas into clear, actionable takeaways around technology and the future of business.
Episodes
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Sep 18, 2025 • 25min
3424: Barracuda TechSummit 25: Secure Today, Ready Tomorrow
In a captivating discussion, Neal Bradbury, Chief Product Officer at Barracuda, shares insights from the technical Barracuda TechSummit in picturesque Alpbach, Austria. He delves into the significance of Barracuda One for consolidating security tools and enhancing visibility. Neal emphasizes the shift towards zero trust and managed services, revealing how organizations can tackle vulnerabilities they weren't aware of. He also discusses the future of incident response with AI and automation, and how service providers are evolving their roles into vCIO and vCISO models.
Sep 17, 2025 • 24min
3423: Johnson Controls Explains How to Cut Data Center Cooling Energy by 40%
Todd Grabowski, President of Global Data Center Operations at Johnson Controls, shares his three decades of expertise in energy-efficient cooling solutions. He discusses how cooling has become a top constraint for data centers, consuming up to 40% of a facility's energy. Grabowski highlights the innovative York YVAM platform and magnetic bearing centrifugal compressor, designed to significantly reduce energy usage, especially in hotter climates. The conversation delves into the challenges of balancing land, power, and water resources while advocating for sustainability in modern data center operations.
Sep 16, 2025 • 22min
3422: Meet Symphion and the Print Fleet Cybersecurity as a Service
In this engaging discussion, Jim LaRoe, CEO of Symphion and expert in print fleet cybersecurity, reveals the hidden vulnerabilities of printers in the enterprise landscape. He explains how these devices, often neglected in cybersecurity strategies, can be a goldmine for attackers. Jim highlights the stark reality of printers making up a significant portion of endpoints, typically left in insecure factory settings. He also details how Symphion's innovative service addresses these risks and reinforces the importance of compliance and proactive security measures.
Sep 15, 2025 • 30min
Marketing Intelligence After Cookies: How Funnel Turns Data Into Decisions
In this discussion, Fredrik Skansen, the Co-founder and CEO of Funnel, shares insights on navigating the post-cookie landscape in marketing. He explains why traditional last-click attribution is now misleading and highlights the need for clean, unified data for effective decision-making. Fredrik emphasizes the importance of adapting to changing regulations and privacy challenges while balancing brand and performance marketing. He also touches on the transformative role of AI in shaping future strategies and the necessity of building trust in data.
Sep 14, 2025 • 49min
Why FeatureOps Might Be the Future of Software Delivery
Egil Østhus, founder of Unleash, delves into the innovative concept of FeatureOps, which separates deployment from user experiences, allowing for controlled rollouts and rapid feedback. He highlights how this approach reduces risk while enhancing collaboration between engineering and business teams. Egil discusses real-world successes where companies transitioned from blame to shared ownership, leveraging gradual exposure instead of complete rollbacks. The conversation also touches on the balance of AI in coding and the importance of cultivating a curious mindset in tech education.
Sep 13, 2025 • 26min
From Bots To Agents: Building Trustworthy Autonomy With Hakkōda, an IBM Company
Atalia Horenshtien, an AI and data strategist at Hakoda, shares insights from her rich experience as a former data scientist and software engineer. She tackles the complexities of transitioning from traditional bots to advanced AI agents. Atalia emphasizes the importance of human oversight and a foundational understanding of AI's capabilities. She offers grounded advice like building observability layers and focused cost tracking for performance measurement. The conversation highlights AI as an enabler for innovation rather than a threat to jobs, making it relevant for leaders navigating technological change.
Sep 12, 2025 • 36min
3418: Scaling IoT Security with Real Time Visibility at Wireless Logic
Iain Davidson, Senior Product Manager at Wireless Logic, dives into the critical integration of IoT security and connectivity. He highlights how the company connects a new IoT device every 18 seconds and underscores the necessity of real-time visibility in detecting threats. With one in three data breaches involving IoT devices, Iain emphasizes proactive strategies for resilience. He discusses innovative solutions like agentless anomaly detection, ensuring systems stay secure while scaling up. Plus, he touches on the surprising connection between golf technology and IoT advancements.
Sep 11, 2025 • 32min
3417: Inflection AI and the Rise of Contextual Intelligence
In this engaging discussion, Amit Manjhi, co-founder of Inflection AI and a seasoned entrepreneur, joins Shruti Prakash, a product lead known for her work on emotionally intelligent LLMs. Together, they delve into the evolution of AI that prioritizes emotional intelligence over mere speed and scale. They share insights on transforming enterprise data interactions into meaningful dialogues and the importance of context in understanding user intent. Their journey from Boost KPI to Inflection underscores the potential of AI systems that adapt and enhance human connections.
Sep 10, 2025 • 35min
3416: DEUNA: From One-Click Checkout to Intelligent Payments Infrastructure
In this discussion, Roberto “Reks” Kafati, CEO and co-founder of DEUNA, shares insights on revolutionizing payments in Latin America. He emphasizes how the pandemic inspired their one-click checkout evolution into a robust AI-driven payments infrastructure. Reks dives into the challenges of high decline rates, detailing DEUNA's Athena system that analyzes 638 data points per transaction to optimize merchant decisions. This innovative approach not only enhances revenue recovery but also enriches user experience while minimizing transaction friction.
Sep 9, 2025 • 26min
3415: Secure GenAI for SAP: Syntax Systems CodeGenie on BTP
In this engaging conversation, Leo de Araujo, Head of Global Business Innovation at Syntax Systems, reveals his expertise in SAP and AI innovation. He discusses the struggles of outdated custom code and introduces CodeGenie, an AI tool that simplifies documentation and boosts team efficiency. With its intuitive chatbot, CodeGenie answers complex queries in plain language, facilitating smoother migrations to S/4HANA Cloud. The talk also covers the importance of maintaining a 'clean core' and implementing robust security measures to protect data.
