Best Data Tools For Smbs Podcasts (2025)

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Kaseya Launches AI Tools for MSPs; Cybersecurity Updates and New Legislation Impacting Online Safety 13:46

2h ago13:46

13:46

Kaseya has launched a series of AI-driven tools and policy changes at its Connect 2025 event, aimed at enhancing operational efficiencies for IT service providers. The Kaseya 365 Ops platform utilizes AI to help customers improve their operational efficiency, with early users reportedly saving an average of 160 hours per month, equivalent to the pr…

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AI Use in the Workplace: Trust Issues, New Security Tools, and USAID's Device Policy Shift 14:52

15h ago14:52

14:52

Over half of employees are concealing their use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools from their employers, raising significant concerns about trust and compliance within organizations. A study by KPMG and the University of Melbourne found that 57% of employees admitted to hiding their AI usage, with 66% of these users not verifying the accuracy of…

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AI Boosts Cybersecurity, Microsoft Restructures Sales, and Europe Launches Docs to Rival Google 12:46

2d ago12:46

12:46

AI is increasingly enhancing efficiency in cybersecurity operations, but human expertise remains essential. A recent report from Enable reveals that while AI tools can significantly reduce analysis time for security alerts, a staggering 86% of these alerts still require human validation. This highlights the ongoing need for skilled analysts in the …

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Harnessing Generative AI: Boosting Employee Productivity and Data Management with Hunter Jensen 26:34

4d ago26:34

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Hunter Jensen, the founder and CEO of Barefoot Solutions, discusses the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence (AI) and its practical applications in business. Barefoot Solutions, a custom software development firm, has been at the forefront of technology innovations for over 20 years, adapting to trends from web development to machine learn…

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The Future of Managed Services: AI Integration and M&A Trends with Industry Experts with Abraham Garver and Howard Cohen 36:46

5d ago36:46

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This episode features a deep dive into the evolving landscape of managed services, focusing on the insights of industry experts Howard M. Cohen and Abraham Garver. The discussion centers around the significant shift towards service-oriented models within the managed service provider (MSP) sector, highlighting the importance of artificial intelligen…

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IBM and Intel Earnings Reveal Challenges; $22M Fintech Raise Targets MSP Billing Pain 16:21

5d ago16:21

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IBM and Intel have recently reported their earnings, revealing significant challenges despite some positive figures. IBM exceeded earnings expectations with a revenue of $14.54 billion, but its net income fell sharply due to the U.S. government's cost-cutting measures, resulting in a loss of $100 million from canceled contracts. Meanwhile, Intel re…

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Maryland's New IT Tax, Microsoft's Copilot Revolution, and Cynomi's Cybersecurity Growth Surge 12:12

6d ago12:12

12:12

Maryland has introduced a new 3% sales tax on data and information technology services, set to take effect on July 1, 2025. This legislation expands the definition of taxable services to include essential IT offerings such as cloud storage, IT consulting, and cybersecurity. Experts warn that this tax could lead to increased costs for businesses, po…

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Zendesk Shifts to Outcome-Based Pricing; CISA Faces Resignations Amid Budget Cuts and Cyber Threats 15:31

7d ago15:31

15:31

Zendesk has made a significant shift in its pricing model by moving away from traditional seat licenses to an outcome-based pricing structure. This change, articulated by CEO Tom Eggemeier, means that customers will only pay when an AI agent successfully resolves a business problem. This approach aligns with a broader industry trend towards consump…

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Ransomware Hits SMBs Hard, Google OAuth Exploited, Gladinet's Security Flaw, and AI Scraping Issues 15:27

8d ago15:27

15:27

Ransomware attacks targeting small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) have reached alarming levels, with a recent UK government survey revealing that 1% of organizations reported such incidents, affecting approximately 19,000 entities. This marks a significant increase from the previous year, highlighting a troubling trend where nation-state actors…

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SMBs Boost AI Budgets, Europe Shifts from US Cloud, US Manufacturing Sentiment Declines 11:46

9d ago11:46

11:46

Small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are increasingly turning to third-party service providers to enhance their capabilities in artificial intelligence (AI) and hybrid cloud solutions. A recent Forrester report, commissioned by Crayon, indicates that 31% of surveyed leaders from Australia, New Zealand, India, and Southeast Asia plan to combine i…

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How AI is Transforming Medical Translation: A Translator's Journey and Strategies with Jason Willis Lee 15:51

11d ago15:51

15:51

Jason Willis Lee, a specialized medical translator, discusses the impact of AI on the translation industry, particularly in the medical field. With a background in medicine and extensive experience in translating clinical trials, medical reports, and academic research, he has witnessed firsthand the disruption caused by AI technologies. While machi…

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AI Governance Insights: Legal, Ethical, and Data Strategies for Managed Service Providers with Brad Gross and Juliette Powell 39:19

12d ago39:19

39:19

The podcast features a discussion on the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI), law, and ethics, with insights from attorney Brad Gross and AI governance expert Juliette Powell. As AI becomes increasingly integrated into the services provided by managed service providers (MSPs) and technology companies, the risks associated with compliance a…

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Google's Ad Monopoly Ruling, AI Compliance Tools, and Apple's Privacy-First AI Strategy 14:23

12d ago14:23

14:23

A federal judge has ruled that Google acted illegally to maintain a monopoly in online advertising technology, which could lead to significant changes within the company. The ruling, made by Judge Leone Branchima of the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia, found that Google unlawfully built dominance in the ad tech market, impa…

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CVE Program Saved, CISA Nomination Blocked, OpenAI's AI Models Released, SolarWinds Goes Private 14:58

13d ago14:58

14:58

The U.S. government has renewed funding for the Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) Program, a critical database for tracking cybersecurity flaws, just hours before its funding was set to expire. Established 25 years ago, the CVE program assigns unique identifiers to security vulnerabilities, facilitating consistent communication across the …

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Wage Inflation Trends, Remote Work Insights, and Retention Strategies for MSPs in 2025 with Peter Kujawa 22:51

13d ago22:51

22:51

Peter Kujawa from Service Leadership discusses the findings of the 2025 Annual IT Solution Provider Compensation Report, focusing on the trends in wage inflation and employee retention within the managed service provider (MSP) sector. The report reveals that wage inflation peaked in 2022 but has since improved, largely due to the cooling off of the…

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AI Code Hallucinations Risk Security, Intel Sells Altera, SSL Certificates Shortened, Tariffs Return 13:31

15d ago13:31

13:31

AI-powered code generation tools are raising significant security concerns within the software supply chain. Recent research indicates that a notable percentage of package suggestions from both commercial and open-source models are non-existent, a phenomenon referred to as "hallucination." This issue allows malicious actors to exploit these fictiti…

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Economic Turmoil: Tariffs Hit Small Businesses Hard While CIOs Push Cloud Spending Beyond Limits 18:03

16d ago18:03

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The podcast discusses the significant impact of recent tariff policies on the technology sector and small businesses in the U.S. Consumer sentiment has sharply declined, with a notable 11% drop reported in April, driven by fears of rising inflation and economic uncertainty. The Trump administration's decision to exempt certain electronics from new …

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Creating Scalable Automations With Your Data 9:12

15d ago9:12

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🎙️ Why Point-to-Point Automation Is Broken—and What to Do Instead | Data Fuel Podcast 🔔 Subscribe for smarter systems, cleaner data & automation that actually scales 📢 Your Zaps and automations are breaking—and it’s not your fault. Tools like Zapier and Make are powerful, but when used in point-to-point setups, they create fragile, error-prone spag…

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Revolutionizing Solar Installations: Autonomous Robots Transforming the Industry with David Lincoln 19:39

18d ago19:39

19:39

David Lincoln from Rosendin discusses the development of an innovative autonomous robot designed for solar panel installations. The robot, which features a robotic arm mounted on a track-mounted chassis, was conceived to address the labor-intensive and physically demanding nature of installing heavy photovoltaic (PV) modules. The idea originated af…

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Navigating Market Turbulence: Tariffs, AI Opportunities, and Flexible Billing for MSPs with Karl Palachuk and Jay McCall 39:08

19d ago39:08

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The latest market turbulence has raised concerns about the impact of tariffs on business deals and the potential for artificial intelligence (AI) to serve as a lifeline for companies striving to do more with less. With tariffs on Chinese goods recently increased to 125% and a 90-day pause on other tariffs, the uncertainty in the market is palpable.…

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AI Crawlers Threaten Open Source, Microsoft Recall Launch, and IT Budget Cuts Amid Tariff Uncertainty 14:24

19d ago14:24

14:24

Microsoft is rolling out a preview of its new feature called Recall, which captures screenshots of user activity on CoPilot Plus PCs. This feature, initially intended for launch alongside CoPilot Plus PCs, faced delays due to security concerns. Users must opt-in to save snapshots with Recall and can pause the feature at any time. This development r…

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Tariff Whiplash Fuels Hardware Surge; Google, Anthropic, and Dell Innovate in AI and Cybersecurity 14:11

20d ago14:11

14:11

Tariff whiplash has led to a significant surge in hardware shipments, particularly in the PC market, as manufacturers rush to deliver products ahead of impending tariffs. In the first quarter of 2025, PC shipments in the United States increased by 9.4%, with notable growth in both notebook and desktop shipments. Companies like Lenovo and HP have ra…

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Navigating AI Anxiety: Shopify's AI-First Hiring, Cisco's Privacy Study, and a Siri Blunder 11:38

21d ago11:38

11:38

Experts in artificial intelligence (AI) express optimism about its potential, yet public sentiment reveals a significant trust gap, with many feeling anxious and lacking control over AI's role in their lives. A recent survey indicates that while 79% of Generation Z engages with AI tools, only 27% are hopeful about their benefits. This disconnect is…

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Kaseya's MSP Insights, Apple Encryption Case, and AI Breakthroughs from Meta, Google, and Microsoft 14:22

22d ago14:22

14:22

Kaseya's 2025 Global MSP Benchmark Report reveals that cybersecurity has emerged as a crucial revenue driver for managed service providers (MSPs), with 67% of respondents identifying it as one of their fastest-growing revenue categories. The report highlights that 76% of MSPs recognize their clients' primary concern is security, emphasizing the nee…

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Tariffs Spark Trade War: Small Businesses Face Cuts, Tech Spending Slumps Amid Economic Uncertainty 16:48

23d ago16:48

16:48

Tariffs imposed by the Trump administration have ignited a trade war, leading to significant economic repercussions for small businesses and the tech sector. The new tariffs, described as potentially the largest since World War I, have raised concerns about a looming recession, with estimates suggesting a 60% risk of economic downturn this year. Th…

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Teqtivity's Journey: From Data Breach to IT Asset Management Innovation with AI Insights with Hiren Hasmukh 17:40

25d ago17:40

17:40

Hiren Hasmukh, CEO of Teqtivity, discusses the evolution of his company from its origins as TeQube, a smart locker solution, to a comprehensive IT asset management (ITAM) provider. The initial focus was on helping engineers access devices for app development without the hassle of traditional IT processes. As the company grew, it pivoted towards sof…

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AI's Impact on MSPs: 95% Adoption, 64% Low ROI, and the Future of IT Workforce Dynamics with Rich Freeman and Dennis O'Shea 36:00

26d ago36:00

36:00

A recent study reveals a strong demand for AI and advanced solutions among businesses, yet a significant gap exists in satisfaction with the return on investment (ROI). With 95% of surveyed clients planning to invest in technologies like AI and IoT, 86% feel pressured to demonstrate results, while 64% admit their investments have not met expectatio…

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AI Adoption's J-Curve: North Korean Scams, Microsoft Email Changes, and Global Tech Insights 15:54

26d ago15:54

15:54

A recent study conducted by researchers from the University of Toronto, University of Oklahoma, the Census Bureau, and the National Bureau of Economic Research at Stanford reveals a significant productivity pattern known as the J-curve in American manufacturing following AI adoption. The study indicates that companies often experience short-term pr…

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OpenAI Hits $300B Valuation, AI Enhances Drug Discovery, and Microsoft’s Copilot Challenges 13:52

27d ago13:52

13:52

OpenAI has successfully raised $40 billion in what is believed to be the largest private technology funding round ever, boosting its valuation to $300 billion. This funding round was predominantly led by the Japanese investment firm SoftBank, which has now surpassed Microsoft as OpenAI's largest investor. Despite the impressive growth in revenue an…

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MSP Regulations Shift: CMMC 2.0, FedRAMP Overhaul, UK Cyber Bill & AI Security Concerns 15:30

28d ago15:30

15:30

Michael Duffy, President Donald Trump's nominee for Undersecretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment, has committed to reviewing the Pentagon's Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) 2.0 if confirmed. This revamped program, effective since December, mandates that defense contractors handling controlled, unclassified information …

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Cybersecurity Surge: AI Risks, Intel's Spin-Offs, Google’s Gmail Encryption, and More 13:01

29d ago13:01

13:01

Cybersecurity startups are experiencing a significant revenue surge as threats associated with artificial intelligence continue to multiply. Companies like ChainGuard have reported a remarkable seven-fold increase in annualized revenue, reaching approximately $40 million, while Island anticipates its revenue will hit $160 million by the end of the …

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MSPs Face Economic Squeeze: Rising Costs, Cloud Management Growth, and New AI Threats 14:20

1M ago14:20

14:20

The economy is currently facing a challenging combination of slowing growth and rising inflation, which is impacting managed service providers (MSPs) and IT services firms. The Personal Consumption Expenditures Price Index has shown a significant increase, indicating heightened inflation, while consumer spending is weakening. This economic squeeze …

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The Future of AI Security: Risk Assessment and Management for Generative Applications with Sahil Agarwal 17:15

1M ago17:15

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Sahil Agarwal, co-founder and CEO of Enkrypt.ai, discusses the critical importance of security and compliance in the realm of artificial intelligence (AI) models. His company focuses on helping enterprises adopt generative AI while managing the associated risks. Agarwal explains that the mission of Enkrypt.ai has evolved from developing encryption …

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Navigating AI Growth: MSPs Tackle Cybersecurity and Data Governance in 2025 with Carolyn April and MacKenzie Brown 33:43

1M ago33:43

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AI is rapidly emerging as a significant revenue driver for managed service providers (MSPs), with a notable increase in expectations for AI-related revenue. According to recent data, 53% of MSPs anticipate substantial AI revenue this year, a significant rise from 32% the previous year. This shift is attributed to a growing understanding of AI's pot…

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CoreWeave IPO Signals AI Market Shift; New AI Tools Enhance Communication and Security 16:24

1M ago16:24

16:24

CoreWeave has successfully launched its initial public offering (IPO), pricing shares at $40 and raising $1.5 billion, marking the largest tech offering in the U.S. since 2021. Despite initially targeting a higher share price, the final valuation of approximately $19 billion reflects a significant reduction in investor sentiment towards AI infrastr…

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Navigating Cybersecurity and AI: Insights from Andromeda Technology's 30-Year Journey with Jeff Borello 22:48

1M ago22:48

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Jeff Borello, CEO and co-founder of Andromeda Technology Solutions, shares insights into the managed services landscape, particularly focusing on the needs of manufacturing clients in the Midwest. With over 30 years of experience, Borello discusses the evolution of his company from a break-fix model to a pure managed services provider, emphasizing …

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ChatGPT's Emotional Impact, AI Arms Race Insights, and IT Leadership Diversity Stagnation 15:03

1M ago15:03

15:03

OpenAI has released research in collaboration with the MIT Media Lab that explores the emotional impact of using ChatGPT. The study indicates that while over 400 million people engage with ChatGPT weekly, only a small number form emotional connections with the chatbot, which is primarily marketed as a productivity tool. Notably, female users report…

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Cybersecurity Breach in Trump Admin, AI Tools for MSPs, and New Integrations for Efficiency 16:53

1M ago16:53

16:53

A significant security breach has emerged involving senior members of the Trump administration, including Vice President J.D. Vance and Defense Secretary Pete Hedgeseth, who shared top-secret military plans regarding U.S. attacks on the Houthi group in Yemen via the encrypted messaging app Signal. This breach was uncovered by journalist Jeffrey Gol…

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AI Infrastructure Boom: Meta's Piracy Controversy and CoreWeave's IPO Reveal Market Risks 15:26

1M ago15:26

15:26

Meta is facing significant scrutiny following revelations that it allegedly used pirated books to train its AI model, Llama 3. An investigation by The Atlantic uncovered that Meta employees prioritized acquiring these books, deeming them more crucial than web data. The company reportedly accessed a vast library of over 7.5 million books through Lib…

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Maximizing ROI: The Intersection of Cloud Cost Management and AI Innovations in Business with Erik Peterson 18:29

1M ago18:29

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Erik Peterson, founder and CTO of Cloud Zero, discusses the critical importance of understanding and optimizing cloud costs, particularly in the context of AI. He emphasizes that businesses must shift their perspective from viewing cloud expenses as mere costs to seeing them as investments that should yield returns. By linking technology decisions …

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AI Agents vs. Chatbots: What's Next for Automation in Business? with Collin Graves and Simon Quicke 35:55

1M ago35:55

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Silicon Valley is experiencing a surge of interest in AI agents, with prominent figures like Sam Altman and Satya Nadella predicting their integration into the workforce and knowledge work, respectively. However, a significant challenge remains: there is no consensus on what constitutes an AI agent. This ambiguity raises questions about whether we …

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Apple's C1 Modem Insights, Auvik & CyVent's SaaS Enhancements, and Free Deepfake Protection 14:49

1M ago14:49

14:49

Apple's new C1 modem, introduced with the iPhone 16e, has garnered attention for its impressive performance, particularly in challenging network conditions. While it recorded average download speeds of 560 megabits per second, it excelled in the lower performance brackets, achieving nearly 218 megabits per second for the bottom 10% of users. This f…

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NVIDIA's AI Chips Promise 50x Revenue Boost; Cloudflare, Adobe, and AWS Unveil New Tools 17:50

1M ago17:50

17:50

NVIDIA has made significant announcements at its GTC 2025 event, introducing the Blackwell Ultra and Vera Rubin AI chips, which promise to revolutionize AI computing. The Blackwell Ultra chips are expected to deliver up to 50 times more revenue for cloud providers compared to previous generations, while the Vera CPU and next-gen Rubin GPU are set f…

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Google Acquires Wiz for $32B, CISA Reinstates Laid-Off Workers, Cloudflare Launches Threat Platform 11:25

1M ago11:25

11:25

Google has officially confirmed its acquisition of cloud security firm Wiz for a staggering $32 billion, marking the largest deal in the company's history. This strategic move aims to bolster Google Cloud's security and multi-cloud capabilities, especially as the demand for cloud security intensifies. Wiz, founded in 2020, has quickly gained tracti…

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CISOs Gain Boardroom Influence, Apple Encrypts RCS, Nerdio Hits $1B, and Cyber Risks Surge 15:21

1M ago15:21

15:21

Cisco jobs are becoming more strategic as organizations adapt to new cybersecurity regulations, with 93% of companies modifying their policies to address the personal liability of Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs). A significant shift is noted, with 41% of organizations involving CISOs in board-level decisions. However, the report from Fa…

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March 2025: Inflation Stabilizes, Small Business Confidence Rises, AI Innovations from Kaseya & Zoom 15:43

1M ago15:43

15:43

Inflation has shown signs of stabilization, with a modest rise in the Consumer Price Index, but consumer confidence is wavering. Recent data indicates a concerning decline in the U.S. consumer outlook, with a significant drop in the sentiment index across various demographics. Despite inflation easing, expectations for future inflation have surged,…

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Revolutionizing Ports: The Impact of Digital Twins and AI on Vessel Management and Traffic Flow with Toby Mills 23:29

2M ago23:29

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Toby Mills, the founder and CEO of Entopy, discusses the transformative role of digital twins in port operations, emphasizing their ability to create digital replicas of real-world systems. These digital twins enable ports to model complex logistics, predict vessel arrival times, and manage resources effectively. By simulating various scenarios, po…

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AI's Impact on MSPs: Navigating Commoditization, Automation, and Future Opportunities with Jason Bystrak and Ryan Morris 38:53

2M ago38:53

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The discussion centers around the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence (AI) and its implications for businesses, particularly managed service providers (MSPs). With significant venture capital investments flooding into AI, many companies are emerging without sustainable business models, leading to concerns about market saturation and commo…

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ServiceNow Acquires MoveWorks for $2.85B; OpenAI Pushes for AI Regulation Easing Amidst Competition 14:28

2M ago14:28

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ServiceNow has announced its acquisition of MoveWorks, an enterprise AI specialist, for $2.85 billion, aiming to enhance its artificial intelligence and automation capabilities. This acquisition is expected to be finalized in the second half of 2025 and will integrate MoveWorks' AI assistant and enterprise search technology into ServiceNow's offeri…

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Intel's Leadership Change, Security Upgrades from SailPoint and Verizon, and AI Search Issues 13:46

2M ago13:46

13:46

Intel has appointed Lip Butan as its new CEO, effective March 18th, following a tumultuous period marked by a 54% drop in share prices and the ousting of former CEO Pat Gelsinger. Butan, a seasoned tech investor and former CEO of Keynes Design Systems, is expected to revitalize Intel's fortunes and navigate its controversial Foundry strategy aimed …

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