Best Michael Matias Podcasts (2025)

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Beyond Words - Kieron Bryan 49:32

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Kieron A. Bryan is a keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and writer who transformed a 25-year prison sentence into a foundation for success. During his time in prison, Kieron read over 250 non-fiction books across history, philosophy, economics, and science. He earned a first-class Business degree, organised motivational events, invited charities inside…

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AI & the Fifth Domain of Warfare: A Talk with Eyal Balicer, Cybersecurity Innovator & Thought Leader 42:04

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By Michael Matias, CEO of Clarity and Forbes 30 Under 30 alumCybersecurity has entered a new domain—literally. As Eyal Balicer put it in our recent conversation: “Cyberspace is now the fifth domain of warfare.” But in this domain, the battleground isn’t just code. It’s control.Eyal brings a rare vantage point to the AI-cyber nexus—he’s held senior …

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Unlocking GRC Potential with AI: A Conversation with Yair Kuznitsov, CEO of Anecdotes 26:26

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By Michael Matias, CEO of Clarity and Forbes 30 Under 30 alum The intersection of Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) and artificial intelligence (AI) marks one of today’s most significant business transformations. In my recent conversation with Yair Kuznitsov, an expert in AI and GRC, it became clear that GRC’s role within enterprises has funda…

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What I've Learnt - Poppy King 43:25

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POPPY KING Poppy King was just 19 years old she started her own lipstick company in Melbourne Australia where she was born. Frustrated with the lipsticks on the market none of which spoke to her modern vintage sensibility she was looking for something chic and more like the 1940s idea of lipstick, rich and matte. She was also looking for a differen…

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Cybersecurity’s AI Moment: A Conversation with Ron Peled, Founder of Sola 1:00:05

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By Michael Matias, CEO of Clarity and Forbes 30 Under 30 alumWe’re not easing into the AI era—we’ve been thrown into it. That’s how Ron Peled, founder of Sola and former CISO at LivePerson, described the current moment: “The Big Bang already happened. Now we’re just trying to contain the blast.”Ron’s clarity around AI’s impact on cybersecurity is j…

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The New Identity Crisis: A Conversation with Avihay Nathan, SVP of AI at CyberArk 37:06

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In the age of AI agents, cybersecurity is shifting from focusing on identity to addressing agency. Autonomous agents, which act and reason like humans but operate at machine speed, are being created on the fly. Traditional identity management tools—like user directories and group policies—are ill-equipped to handle these ephemeral, unpredictable en…

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AI and the End of Alert Fatigue: A Conversation with Tsion (TJ) Gonen, Cybersecurity Expert 46:26

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By Michael Matias, CEO of Clarity and Forbes 30 Under 30 alum For decades, cybersecurity vendors have armed defenders with dashboards filled with red alerts. But they rarely delivered solutions. As Tsion (TJ) Gonen put it in our recent conversation: “97% of tools just showed you a red screen that said, basically, ‘you suck.’” No remediation. No act…

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The Human Zero Day Series | Ep1164: Shirin Anlen: Building Trust in AI Media 21:55

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Shirin Anlen traces her path from interactive storytelling to safeguarding human‑rights evidence at WITNESS. She explains how today’s scale, personalization, and ease of manipulation fuel “reality apathy,” empowering leaders to dismiss inconvenient truths as “AI.” Beyond any single tool, she argues for equitable standards, privacy‑aware provenance,…

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The Human Zero Day Series | Ep1163: Benjamin Corll: Human Risk in Cybersecurity 32:46

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With decades in cybersecurity, Benjamin Corll has seen threat landscapes evolve from simple antivirus battles to AI-driven social engineering. For Corll, every breach traces back to people—both as the strongest defense and the weakest link. In this conversation, he unpacks the persistence of ransomware and business email compromise, the rise of AI-…

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The Human Zero Day Series | Ep1162: Tal Hassner: Rethinking Deepfake Defense 41:56

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From disappearing people in videos in the late 1990s to shaping AI and vision systems at Intel, Tal Hassner, Chief Scientist for Computer Vision, has watched synthetic media evolve from lab curiosities to global challenges. In this conversation, he dismantles the idea that “is it fake?” is the central question for security. Instead, he lays out a t…

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What I've Learnt - Alex Ryvchin 41:22

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Alex Ryvchin is co-Chief Executive Officer of the Executive Council of Australian Jewry and the author of two internationally acclaimed books of history and politics including The 7 Deadly Sins “Alex Ryvchin has made a significant contribution to the field of antisemitism studies. In a very readable narrative, he uses seven of the most powerful ste…

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The Human Zero Day Series | Ep1161: Dr. Joshua Scarpino: Personalizing Security Culture 16:41

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From phishing tests to AI-driven impersonation scams, Joshua Scarpino has seen firsthand how the human element remains the most critical factor in cybersecurity. Drawing on his experience across organizations from NIST to Trust Engine, he explains why technology alone can’t safeguard an enterprise. Instead, effective defense comes from a culture wh…

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The Human Zero Day Series | Ep1160: Ira Winkler: Awareness Is Not a Strategy 34:58

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How do you protect an organization when every link in the chain can—and will—fail? Ira Winkler, NSA veteran and author of You Can Stop Stupid, unpacks why human error isn’t the root of security breaches—it’s the visible tip of deeper systemic gaps. From smashing the myth of awareness-as-strategy to advocating for consequence-driven behavior change,…

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The Human Zero Day Series | Ep1159: Daniel Flowe: Building Trust in Digital Identity 18:18

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What happens when your “meatspace” identity can no longer keep up with your digital life? Daniel Flowe, Head of Digital Identity at the London Stock Exchange Group, takes us inside the tectonic shift reshaping how we verify who we are online. From the flaws of content-based systems to the promise—and risks—of government-issued e-IDs, he unpacks wha…

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What I've Learnt - Madeleine West 47:51

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Madeleine West Actor Mother of 7 Advocate Abuse survivor Former Neighbours star Madeleine West is embracing her newborn seventh child, several years after splitting from her ex Shannon Bennett father to her beautiful brood of six .. well she thought it was menopause turned out to be a baby at 47 ! Mother of 7, advocate, survivor and ambassador for …

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The Human Zero Day Series | Ep1158: Beni Beeri Issembert: Who Am I in AI? 22:16

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Beni Beeri Issembert’s journey from aspiring philosopher to Head of AI Research and Ethics at Metaphysic is anything but linear. With a deep reverence for Nietzsche and an early curiosity about ethics in technology—long before it became a buzzword—Beni brings a rare perspective to synthetic media and AI. In this thought-provoking conversation, he e…

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The Human Zero Day Series | Ep1157: Akis Papadopoulos: Verifying What’s Real 22:06

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Years before deepfakes hit the mainstream, Akis Papadopoulos was already sounding the alarm. From early GAN breakthroughs to today’s ultra-realistic, low-res media threats, he’s led research at the intersection of AI, media forensics, and public trust. In this episode, he explores why detection alone isn’t enough—and how explainability, user experi…

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The Human Zero Day Series | Ep1156: Ilke Demir: Detecting Deepfakes by Heart 24:43

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Ilke Demir’s journey from computational geometry to combating deepfakes began with a question: what makes something truly human? At Intel’s Trusted Media team, she developed FakeCatcher, a tool that detects deepfakes using biological signals like heart rate. In this episode, she unpacks the technical, ethical, and social layers of media trust, expl…

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The Human Zero Day Series | Ep1155: John Sohrawardi: Bridging AI and Humans in Deepfake Detection 30:14

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John shares his journey into deepfake detection, exploring the challenge of making AI explainable and trustworthy for users like journalists and law enforcement. He dives into the complexities of interpreting AI results, the limits of current tools, and why human insight remains vital. His work bridges cutting-edge technology with real-world unders…

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The Human Zero Day Series | Ep1154: Shuky Peleg: Beyond the Last Defense 21:11

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Shuky Peleg reflects on decades in cybersecurity, from mainframes to AI-driven threats. He explains why employees shouldn’t be the last defense line and explores evolving social engineering tactics. Shuky highlights the growing role of automation, risk scoring, and the need for continuous vigilance in a rapidly changing threat landscape.…

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The Human Zero Day Series | Ep1153: Assi Ungar: Secure Humans, Not Systems 35:24

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Assi Ungar shares how a career that began with WordPerfect support evolved into leading global cybersecurity at scale. He reflects on why trusting nothing is now a safety measure, why process beats panic, and how empathy—not fear—is the CISO’s strongest tool. He also explores AI’s double-edged role in modern security and why protecting personal spa…

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The Human Zero Day Series | Ep1152: Ori Eisen: Identity‑First Defense 1:02:53

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Fraud‑investigator‑turned‑entrepreneur Ori Eisen revives the 1990s “nobody knows you’re a dog” cartoon to show how today’s Gen‑AI deepfakes make that joke a board‑level risk. Tracing his path from inventing device‑fingerprinting to launching insured, passwordless logins, he argues identity—not credentials—is the internet’s final perimeter, urging e…

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Beyond Words - Russ & Pendar (Rickshaw Run Himalaya) 35:11

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We're thrilled to launch the Rickshaw Run Himalaya & World Literacy Foundation campaign an epic fundraising journey where daring adventurers will race across India to raise critical funds for children's literacy. 2,800 km. One tiny tuk-tuk. Through Himalayan Mountain passes, desert storms, and rugged valleys. Our race team is braving it all, not ju…

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The Human Zero Day Series | Ep1151: Dr. Nima Schei: Bio‑Inspired AI Trust 39:40

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MD‑turned‑neuroscientist Nima Schei shares how modeling the brain’s limbic system led him from crab‑neuron labs to Guacamole ID—lightweight, continuous desktop authentication—while devising guardrails against deepfakes and MFA fatigue. His bio‑inspired algorithms suggest emotional intelligence in machines can raise trust, cut compute, and free team…

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The Human Zero Day Series | Ep1150: Lucas Hu – Building a Swiss Cheese Security Stack 21:42

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When Lucas Hu witnessed a deepfake breach his firm’s defenses, he recognized the limits of traditional tooling. Leveraging a decade of ML research and hands-on cybersecurity experience, he pioneered a “Swiss cheese” model—layering email, domain, and behavioral signals—to outsmart evolving phishing and deepfake attacks.…

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The Human Zero Day Series | Ep1149: Joshua Crumbaugh - Cognitive Biases: Security’s Edge 41:31

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After witnessing a high-stakes breach test turn real, Joshua Crumbaugh shifted from underground hacking roots into marketing strategy, then combined both to pioneer ethical social engineering. At Phish Firewall, he applies behavioral science and AI-powered micro-simulations to train employees in role-specific threat responses and foster a culture o…

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The Human Zero Day Series | Ep1148: Ofer Friedman: ID Defense Evolves 29:32

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As deepfakes evolve at breakneck speed, Ofer Friedman sounds the alarm on how our senses and even biometric verification, can no longer be trusted. He reveals how fraudsters bypass security not by hacking systems, but by impersonating humans in real-time. From the rise of fraud-as-a-service to the failure of traditional AI defenses, Ofer unpacks a …

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What I've Learnt - Kayte Nunn 28:04

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The Palazzo, the new book from bestselling author Kayte Nunn. It’s a thrilling destination murder mystery for fans of Lucy Foley and The White Lotus and film & TV rights are in development for adaptation through an international production company. Kayte is a former book and magazine editor, and the author of seven novels. The Botanist's Daughter w…

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The Human Zero Day Series | Ep1146: The Real Threat of Deepfakes - Anthony Sahakian on What Enterprises Must Know 26:21

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Anthony Sahakian’s journey into deepfake detection began before the world even had a name for it. From navigating misinformation in authoritarian regimes to pioneering AI-driven solutions for enterprises, he shares hard-earned lessons on the limits of technology, the power of cognitive bias, and why the fight against digital deception starts with h…

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The Human Zero Day Series | Ep1147: Revolutionizing Cyber Risk: The CACR Method with Mario Procopio 35:43

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Cyber threats evolve constantly, but most organizations still rely on static, outdated risk assessments that leave them vulnerable. Mario Procopio challenges this mindset with CACR—Continuous Assessment, Continuous Remediation—a methodology inspired by agile DevOps principles that enables real-time risk visibility, adaptive security strategies, and…

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AI-Powered Crisis Management: Transforming Cybersecurity Responses with Nimrod Kozlovski 35:10

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Cybersecurity breaches are unavoidable, making resilience and effective response critical for businesses. My conversation with Nimrod Kozlovski, co-founder of Cytactic, highlighted how AI can transform crisis management. Kozlovski, an expert in guiding Fortune 500 companies through cyber incidents, observed significant chaos during crises despite n…

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Ep1145 | Alan Cahn: Design Your Next Era 1:06:06

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At 64, Alan Cahn reframed his life with a purpose: to help people live with full hearts and enlightened minds. From a challenging childhood and early countercultural days to 32 years designing transformative experiences at Landmark, Alan’s path is grounded in deep personal work. In this episode, he reflects on the power of presence, the myth of bei…

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Ep1144: Yossi Matias: Scaling AI for Impact 22:01

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What happens when cutting-edge AI research meets real-world urgency? Yossi Matias reflects on decades at the forefront of innovation—from early machine learning to deploying life-saving healthcare tools and advancing AI agents that accelerate scientific discovery. Through stories of rapid transformation, he reveals how research, curiosity, and resp…

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What I've Learnt - Sarah Rosenberg 46:42

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Stigma, suspicion and a lack of support. That’s the view on why only 10% of sexual assaults are reported in Australia. As a result, sexual assault victims are grossly under-represented and do not receive the social or judicial validation that they deserve. While systemic reform is slow-moving, With You We Can is fighting for victims now, by empower…

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What I've Learnt - Wendy Sachs 40:48

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Wendy Sachs Director It’s a timely and tragic day to feature the Director of the October 8 film with the devastating murder of two young innocents Last night, a couple was shot and killed in Washington, DC by a man who was screaming, "Free Palestine." Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Milgrim were leaving a peace-building event at the Capital Jewish Museu…

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Securing the AI-Driven World: A Conversation with Daniel Shechter, CEO of Miggo Security 45:12

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Cybersecurity is no longer just about preventing breaches—it’s now about enabling innovation securely in a fast-moving, AI-powered world. As artificial intelligence becomes embedded in everything from microservices to digital platforms, cybersecurity needs a major mindset shift. Daniel Shechter, CEO of Miggo Security, cybersecurity leader at 8200, …

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"AI Creates New Threats, but Also Unlocks Solutions We Never Had Before.", a Talk With Maor Saubron 36:00

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In a world where cybersecurity threats evolve faster than our defenses, AI-driven risks are becoming the frontline challenge for enterprises. To gain deeper insights into this rapidly shifting landscape, I spoke with Maor Saubron, Head of Corporate Security at Amdocs, whose decades-long journey through cybersecurity offers an unparalleled view into…

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Passwordless Security in the Age of AI: A Conversation with Slavik Markovich, CEO of Descope 26:32

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Cybersecurity is once again at a critical crossroads—this time, driven by the explosive growth of AI technologies. During a recent visit to Descope’s Palo Alto office, I sat down with CEO Slavik Markovich, a veteran in the cybersecurity space whose past ventures, Demisto (acquired by Palo Alto Networks) and Sentrigo (acquired by McAfee), shaped muc…

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The New Security Playbook for AI Adoption: A Conversation with Dan Benjamin 34:53

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The cybersecurity landscape is rapidly evolving, driven by advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and the growing complexity of enterprise data environments. In a recent conversation with Dan Benjamin, VP at Palo Alto Networks and co-founder of Dig Security, it became clear that securing data and AI requires moving beyond traditional perimete…

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Ep1143: Tal-Or Cohen Montemayor: Strategic Compliance 24:15

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Haunted by the rise of online antisemitism, Tal-Or Cohen Montemayor left a high-powered legal career to launch CyberWell—a nonprofit using AI to hold social media platforms accountable to their own policies. In this conversation, she shares how antisemitic hate moved from fringe forums to mainstream feeds, the troubling aftermath of October 7, and …

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Ep1142: Shalev Ifrah: Revenue-First Growth 25:36

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Shalev Ifrah’s path is one of curiosity, creativity, and continuous growth. From launching his first ventures to building Israel’s leading digital marketing college, he shares how real-world learning, persistence, and strategic risk-taking shaped his entrepreneurial vision. His journey highlights the power of aligned partnerships, rapid adaptation,…

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What I've Learnt - Kat Stewart 34:18

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Kat Stewart Actor Kat Stewart has built a reputation as one of Australia’s most outstanding actors. Renowned for her exceptional performances across a diverse range of unforgettable characters on both stage and screen, Kat has played leading roles on productions including Five Bedrooms Offspring and Underbelly One Night, Black Snow (series 2), Mr a…

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Staying Ahead in the Age of AI-Powered Threats- Michael Townsend, National SLED Solutions Architect, Barracuda 35:35

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AI-driven attacks don’t take breaks—and neither should your cybersecurity strategy. In this episode, Rick from DALY is joined once again by Michael Townsend, National SLED Solutions Architect at Barracuda, to dive into the five foundational pillars every organization needs to protect its network. From proactive detection to rapid response and scala…

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Ep1141: Securing APIs at Enterprise Scale with Roey Eliyahu 20:47

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At nine, Roey Eliyahu was already coding. By 11, he was freelancing. His path from an IDF cybersecurity unit to founding Salt Security reflects a deep understanding of how microservices and GenAI transformed APIs from simple gateways to complex security risks. He shares why discovery, governance, and protection are now essential pillars for any ent…

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Securing AI Adoption: A Conversation with Matan Derman, Co-founder & CEO of Apex 42:02

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By Michael Matias, CEO of Clarity and Forbes 30 Under 30 alum Cybersecurity is at a turning point, driven by AI’s rapid rise. In a recent conversation with Matan Derman, CEO of Apex, we explored why integrating AI into organizations is inevitable—and why traditional security strategies must evolve to meet AI-specific threats. Derman, with a backgro…

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AI’s New Frontier in Data Security: A Conversation with Flow Security CEO Jonathan Roizin 36:26

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By Michael Matias, CEO of Clarity and Forbes 30 Under 30 alum Cybersecurity is at a turning point, driven by artificial intelligence (AI). My conversation with Jonathan Roizin, CEO of Flow Security—now part of CrowdStrike—reinforced the urgent need for organizations to rethink data protection strategies in an era of dynamic, fluid information excha…

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AI and the Cybersecurity Future of Trains: A Conversation with Cylus Co-Founder and CTO Miki Shifman 27:15

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Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping cybersecurity—not just for digital threats but also for critical physical infrastructure like railways. My conversation with Miki Shifman, Co-Founder and CTO of Cylus, underscored the urgent need to extend cybersecurity beyond traditional digital domains to protect transportation systems. Railway Cybersecur…

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AI and the Urgency of Real-Time Cybersecurity: A Conversation with Dr. Dorit Dor, Check Point 52:37

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Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a mere enhancement in cybersecurity—it’s essential. My conversation with Dr. Dorit Dor, Chief Technology Officer at Check Point Software Technologies, reinforced AI’s transformative role in defending against cyber threats. As a pioneer in Israel’s cybersecurity sector, Dorit has been shaping security strate…

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AI and the End of Traditional Cybersecurity: A Conversation with Barak Schoster 43:58

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Cybersecurity is at a turning point, largely driven by rapid advancements in artificial intelligence (AI). My recent conversation with Barak Schoster—a renowned cybersecurity expert and entrepreneur—highlighted AI’s profound impact on the field. Schoster, who founded Bridgecrew (now part of Palo Alto Networks), has extensive experience in advanced …

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How AI is Shaping the Future of Cyber: A Conversation with Liran Grinberg, Co-founder of Team8 54:32

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Cybersecurity today is more dynamic and critical than ever, thanks to the transformative influence of AI. Liran Grinberg, Co-founder of Team8, highlighted this evolution in a recent discussion. Drawing on his experience from Israel's elite Unit 8200 and managing over $1 billion in ventures, he shed light on how AI is reshaping cybersecurity. He emp…