

The CTO Show with Mehmet Gonullu
Mehmet Gonullu
Broadcasting from Dubai, The CTO Show with Mehmet explores the latest trends in technology, startups, and venture funding. Host Mehmet Gonullu leads insightful discussions with thought leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurs from diverse industries. From emerging technologies to startup investment strategies, the show provides a balanced view on navigating the evolving landscape of business and tech, helping listeners understand their profound impact on our world.
mehmet@yassiventures.com
mehmet@yassiventures.com
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Mar 24, 2023 • 14min
#72 Navigating the Hype: Mapping Generative AI to Key Business Objectives
In this episode, we explore how generative AI can be mapped to key business objectives such as driving revenues and growing market share, increasing productivity and customer experience, shortening time-to-market, avoiding high costs, and reducing risks. We discuss the various use cases of generative AI in different industries and how it can be leveraged to drive business success. Join us for an insightful conversation on how to navigate the hype and buzz surrounding generative AI and make informed decisions for your business.

Mar 23, 2023 • 22min
#71 Scaling Startups: Lessons Learned from Two Decades of Experience with Benjamin Friedman
In this episode of the podcast, we sit down with Benjamin Friedman, a startup veteran who has spent over two decades helping tech founders build and scale their companies. Benjamin shares his insights on the foundation that a startup must have before it's time to start thinking of scaling, the common mistakes that founders make, and the characteristics that a successful founder should have. He also talks about how to avoid burnout and be resilient, gives an example of a company that did it all right, and shares his thoughts on whether every startup needs to seek funding to grow. Lastly, we discuss his recently published book, Scale: Reach Your Peak, which offers over 130 articles on leadership, growth, sales, marketing, operations, finance, and teams.
Find more about Benjamin here:
https://www.webuildscalegrow.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminbfriedman/

Mar 22, 2023 • 7min
#70 Fueling the Startup Dream: A Guide to Funding Options for Entrepreneurs
In this episode, we explore the different funding options available for startups, including bootstrapping, crowdfunding, angel investors, and venture capital. We also discuss when founders should consider seeking funding for their business. Join us as we break down each funding method, highlight their pros and cons, and help you navigate the complex world of startup financing.

Mar 21, 2023 • 8min
#69 Major Companies Hit by Cyber Attacks: What This Means for Your Business
In this episode, we discuss the recent data breaches that have affected major companies, including Ferrari and Latitude Financial. We also explore the rising risk of data breaches for mid-sized businesses and the importance of cybersecurity consultancies and services in addressing this challenge.
https://www.theregister.com/2023/03/21/latitude_financial_cyber_attack_leak/
https://www.securityweek.com/ferrari-says-ransomware-attack-exposed-customer-data/
https://www.darkreading.com/risk/cyberattackers-hoop-nba-fan-data-third-party-vendor
https://www.csoonline.com/article/3691130/bianlian-ransomware-group-shifts-focus-to-extortion.html
https://www.helpnetsecurity.com/2023/03/20/mid-sized-businesses-cybersecurity-challenges/

Mar 20, 2023 • 6min
#68 An introduction to Big Data, Data Lakes, and Analytics: The Future of Data-Driven Decision Making
In this episode, we explore the world of big data, data lakes, and analytics. We discuss the background of big data, the role of data lakes in storing and managing large amounts of data, and the use of analytics techniques to gain insights that can drive business decisions and improve performance. We also talk about some of the use cases of big data, data lakes, and analytics in different industries, and the trends and future of this rapidly growing field.

Mar 19, 2023 • 20min
#67 A Fireside Chat with Kavin Patel, CEO of Convrrt on building SaaS While Bootstrapping
Join us as we sit down with Kavin Patel, co-founder and CEO of Convrrt, a landing page platform used by SaaS companies. With over 18 years of experience in the industry, Kavin shares his insights on building effective landing pages and marketing funnels, the challenges he faced while building Convrrt, and the importance of innovation in the competitive SaaS market. He also talks about his decision to bootstrap instead of seeking funding, how he stays up-to-date with technology and shares his advice for fellow entrepreneurs.
Find more about Kavin and his company here:
https://www.convrrt.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kavinpatel/

Mar 18, 2023 • 13min
#66 Emerging Cybersecurity Trends from GISEC & Launching My Consulting Business
In this episode, we discuss the latest trends in cybersecurity showcased at the GISEC event in Dubai, including Zero Trust, Cyber Intelligence, AI-powered security tools, deception technology, and micro-segmentation. We also share the story behind starting a new consulting business in the cybersecurity field and announce an exciting podcast sponsorship program. Tune in to stay up-to-date on the industry's cutting-edge developments and learn about our new sponsorship opportunities!

Mar 17, 2023 • 11min
#65 GPT-4, AI powered Google Workspace , and Microsoft's Co-Pilot Mode
In this episode, we discuss the latest AI breakthroughs, including the release of GPT-4, Google's integration of AI with Workspace, and Microsoft's Co-Pilot mode. We explore how these developments will impact productivity and communication in the workplace, and what the future holds for AI technology.
How this will effect productivity? How this will change the way we work?
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-unveils-ai-powered-microsoft-365-copilot-assistant/
https://powerapps.microsoft.com/en-us/blog/announcing-a-next-generation-ai-copilot-in-microsoft-power-apps-that-will-transform-low-code-development/
https://workspace.google.com/blog/product-announcements/generative-ai

Mar 16, 2023 • 7min
#64 Safeguarding Unstructured Data for SMEs and Startups
In this insightful podcast episode, we explore the importance of safeguarding unstructured data for SMEs and startups. Learn about the potential threats to your business and discover cost-effective strategies and technologies to protect your valuable information. Join us as we discuss data classification, encryption, and security awareness training to help you build a proactive security approach. Don't miss this essential episode for SMEs and startups navigating the complex world of data security!

Mar 15, 2023 • 33min
#63 A fireside chat with Luis Contreras on how to leverage Augmented Reality to drive social change
In this episode, we sit down with Luis Contreras, the founder of UON, the first app designed to revolutionize the way we connect with each other in the real world. Luis shares his personal and professional journey, rising through the ranks inside a Fortune 500 company, and how his experiences inspired him to create UON. We also discuss the unique blend of AR technology and interpersonal relationship focus that sets UON apart from other apps on the market, and how Luis envisions the app evolving in the coming years.
Find more about UON here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/uonapp/uon-app-simplify-your-life


