Best SAM Secure Network Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 310 Deep Dive: Sam Mackenzie | Securing Society and the Future 33:38

7h ago33:38

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In this episode, we sit down with Sam Mackenzie, cybersecurity committee member from the Australian Computer Society (ACS), as he explores the converging worlds of cyber and physical security and what it means for securing society into the future. Sam highlights the growing risks faced by critical infrastructure, emphasizing the importance of cross…

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How Substack is breaking down traditional media gatekeepers | Hamish McKenzie 22:36

12m ago22:36

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“The whole Substack ecosystem is about more power because it’s based on those relationships between the publisher and their subscribers, or the video maker and their viewers,” says journalist and Substack co-founder Hamish McKenzie. Following his talk at TED2025, McKenzie is in conversation with Sherrell Dorsey to discuss how the media landscape ha…

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257: Rebuilding Banking from the Ground Up — Maksym on Deobank’s Decentralized Mission 19:15

42m ago19:15

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In this episode, I speak with Maksym, founder of Deobank, about his mission to create a fully decentralized alternative to traditional and neobanks. We dive into his origin story, the architecture of Deobank, how it abstracts complex DeFi systems for everyday users, and why millions of unbanked users are the real opportunity. Maksym also shares ins…

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Episode 309 Deep Dive: Helmut Dansachmueller | Passwordless Authentication To Help Australia's Healthcare Industry 35:39

2h ago35:39

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In this episode, we sit down with Helmut Dansachmueller, VP RFID Products Identification Technologies at HID, as he explores the growing need for passwordless authentication in safeguarding Australia’s healthcare industry. Helmut highlights the global nature of security threats, emphasizing that seamless, user-accepted MFA and FIDO-based systems ar…

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The Quantum Security Precipice: Why Michele Mosca is Building Cryptographic Resilience Before It's Too Late 51:34

3d ago51:34

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***Are you attending the Gartner GRC Summit? If so, come along on our Sunset Trip on June 10, 2025. Register here! https://www.strikegraph.com/boat-party-2025?utm_source=secure-talk&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=gartner-boat-party Episode Description: When quantum computing pioneer Michele Mosca met Peter Shor in the 1990s, he thought quantum com…

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Digitizing the State: Lessons from Estonia w/Joel Burke and Keegan McBride 54:35

3d ago54:35

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In an era where government tech projects often end in billion-dollar failures and privacy nightmares, there's a tiny Baltic nation that's quietly revolutionized what's possible. Estonia—a country of just 1.3 million people—has built what might be the world's most efficient digital government. Every public service is online. Digital signatures save …

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256: Reinventing Stablecoins: Bundeep Singh on Pi Protocol, Tokenized Treasuries & Decentralized Yield 17:04

2h ago17:04

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In this episode, Sam Kamani talks with Bundeep Singh Ranga, co-founder of Pi Protocol, about a new model for stablecoins. Bundeep shares how Pi separates principal and interest using tokenized US treasuries, empowering anyone to become a stablecoin minter and earn yield—without giving up liquidity. We explore why stablecoins are just getting starte…

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Initia: Incentively Aligned Appchains - Ezaan Mangalji, Anil Lulla & Jose Maria Macedo 1:02:08

7d ago1:02:08

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Blockchain architecture is constantly being forced to adapt to new technologies, as well as to meet new demands from users and builders. While the idea of apps building their own chains was first explored by Cosmos, it lacked the support and tooling to see it succeed. Later on, rollups also took the centerstage of Ethereum’s scaling roadmap, but du…

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255: Why Build Another L1? Paul from Somnia on Somnia Protocol’s High-Throughput Blockchain 29:33

3d ago29:33

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Paul, co-founder of Somnia Protocol and former Improbable exec, joins Sam Kamani to unpack why we still need new Layer 1s—and how Somnia’s high-performance, EVM-compatible blockchain is designed for mass-scale gaming, AI agents, and prediction markets. From his time at Goldman Sachs to building billion-dollar startups, Paul shares deep technical in…

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Episode 308 Deep Dive: Samuel Tseitkin | The "Golden" Age of Cybersecurity: The Quantum Era 38:26

3d ago38:26

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In this episode, we sit down with Samuel Tseitkin, Founder of ExiQuantum, as he explores the profound impact of the quantum era on cybersecurity. Samuel explains the basics of quantum computing, highlighting how quantum bits (qubits) differ from classical bits, and delves into the unique opportunities and challenges quantum technology presents. The…

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Whitney Houston Hologram: The Zombification of an Icon | There Are No Girls on the Internet 39:36

4d ago39:36

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This episode is part of a feed swap with our friend podcast There Are No Girls On The Internet, hosted by Bridget Todd. She is an expert on tech culture, and on her show she has fun, thought provoking conversations about the ways technology shapes our lives. If you enjoy this episode, you can listen to There Are No Girls On The Internet wherever yo…

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OT Security with Watch Mr. Wizard Star Sean Curry 32:13

5d ago32:13

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Michael and Sam are catching up with Principal Consultant and Co-Founder at Cavalry Solutions, Sean Curry! Sean talks about his transition from the military to the private sector, the importance of standards like IEC 62443 for OT security, and the best way to align IT and OT teams. Things Mentioned: · New study reveals 92% of industrial sites at ri…

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From Oracle CloudWorld Tour 2025 Sydney – KB On The Go | Juan Loaiza and Chris Chelliah 54:11

7d ago54:11

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In this bonus episode, we sit down with Juan Loaiza, Executive Vice President, Mission-Critical Database Technologies, and Chris Chelliah, Senior Vice President, Technology and Customer Strategy JAPAC. Together they discuss the how enterprises are leveraging AI and cloud infrastructure, and updates on the Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) strategy …

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National Security in Crisis How Geopolitical Chaos Threatens Cybersecurity & Democracy" SecureTalk with Mike LeFever 48:14

10d ago48:14

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In this riveting episode of SecureTalk, host Justin Beals welcomes back decorated military leader and security expert Mike LeFever, Executive Vice President of National Security at Concentric, to discuss the intersection of physical security, geopolitical instability, and the future of national defense. From the polarization of American politics to…

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A Conservative Realignment on Antitrust w/FTC Commissioner Mark Meador 57:50

7d ago57:50

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Mark Meador is the newest commissioner on the Federal Trade Commission, which plays a dual role: enforcing both antitrust and consumer protection laws. It also serves as America's de facto technology regulator, including overseeing digital privacy and cybersecurity issues. Commissioner Meador embodies the political realignment reshaping conservativ…

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The Future is Cloud: Master Azure Certs for Cybersecurity Success | Guest Wilfredo Lanz 12:52

7d ago12:52

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Get your FREE Cybersecurity Salary Guide: https://www.infosecinstitute.com/form/cybersecurity-salary-guide-podcast/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=podcast Infosec instructor Wilfredo Lanz joins Cyber Work Hacks to break down the critical differences between the Azure AZ-104 certification for cloud administrators and the AZ-500 c…

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Ethereum Foundation: Humanity’s Shared World Computer - Hsiao-Wei Wang & Tomasz Stańczak 1:10:21

12d ago1:10:21

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As society evolves, so do its values and principles, but is that desirable for technology that seeks to build the most reliable, trustless and censorship resistant global settlement layer? Ever since the rise in popularity of Solana with its inflow of retail capital in a memecoin gold rush, Ethereum became even more criticized for sticking true to …

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253: Polyhedra’s Eric on Scaling Secure AI with ZK Proofs and Real-Time ML Verification 28:49

10d ago28:49

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Eric from Polyhedra joins Sam Kamani to unpack how zero-knowledge proofs are redefining interoperability, AI verification, and developer tooling. They dive into the launch of ZK PyTorch, EXP Chain, and how verifiable AI could become the new standard for trusted machine learning. If you’re building with LLMs, exploring trustless infrastructure, or c…

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Episode 307 Deep Dive: Simon Hodgkinson | Current Affairs Of State-Sponsored Cyber Attacks And Their Evolving Tactics 39:52

10d ago39:52

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In this episode, we sit down with Simon Hodgkinson, Strategic Advisor at Semperis, as he shares his insights on the persistent and evolving tactics of state sponsored cyber actors targeting Australian organizations. Simon explores motivations behind these attacks, emphasizing that their primary drivers are often espionage and the prepositioning of …

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The food that fertilizes itself | Giles E.D. Oldroyd 13:32

11d ago13:32

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Could the key to a sustainable food system already be growing in the world’s farms? Plant scientist Giles E.D. Oldroyd explores how a special quirk of soybean plants allows them to naturally partner with networks of fungi and bacteria to access essential nutrients in the air and soil — eliminating the need for synthetic fertilizers. He shows how ha…

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Unions and the New Right w/Liya Palagashvili 46:31

15d ago46:31

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For decades, conservatives treated unions like an economic flu—tolerable in small doses, but best avoided altogether. But starting with Trump's election in 2016, that narrative began to unravel, with prominent Republicans increasingly taking pro-union positions. Perhaps the most striking example was Teamsters President Sean O'Brien speaking at the …

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Taiko: Scaling Ethereum in a Decentralised Manner - Joaquin Mendes 1:08:05

16d ago1:08:05

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Taiko is a decentralized, Ethereum-equivalent (type I) rollup scaling solution which uses ZK technology. Taiko's goal is to scale Ethereum efficiently while maintaining security and decentralization. Being a type I zkEVM, Taiko retains full Ethereum equivalence, which creates a seamless DevEx, although this comes at the expense of UX as slower proo…

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Episode 306 Deep Dive: Reuben Koh | How to Defend Against Cyberattacks on Networks and Systems 44:35

14d ago44:35

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In this episode, we sit down with Reuben Koh, Director of Security Strategy APJ at Akamai, as he explores the rapidly evolving landscape of cyber threats and strategies for defense. Reuben sheds light on the significant rise in sophisticated ransomware attacks, the increased targeting of industries like healthcare and finance, and the shifting tact…

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How Russian Disinformation Networks Are Poisoning AI Chatbots | SecureTalk with NewsGuard Experts 43:28

13d ago43:28

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Episode Summary: In this eye-opening episode of Secure Talk, host Justin Beals investigates how foreign disinformation campaigns have evolved to target AI systems. NewsGuard researchers McKenzie Sadeghi and Isis Blachez reveal their groundbreaking investigation into the Moscow-based Pravda network that has successfully infiltrated Western AI chatbo…

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Cloud career roadmap: Azure Administrator vs Security Engineer certs | Guest Wilfredo Lanz 8:44

15d ago8:44

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Get your FREE Cybersecurity Salary Guide: https://www.infosecinstitute.com/form/cybersecurity-salary-guide-podcast/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=podcast Today on Cyber Work Hacks, Infosec Boot Camp instructor Wilfredo Lanz discusses the importance of Microsoft Azure certifications for IT and security professionals. With over 9…

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AI for Science and Discovery, w/Austin Carson 53:55

18d ago53:55

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The race to harness AI for scientific discovery may be the most consequential technological competition of this time—yet it's happening largely out of public view. While many AI headlines focus on chatbots writing essays and tech giants battling over billion-dollar models, a quiet revolution is brewing in America's laboratories. AI systems like Alp…

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Love, trust and marketing in the age of AI | Amaryllis Liampoti 11:03

18d ago11:03

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As AI chatbots become more personal and proactive, the line between tool and companion is beginning to blur, with some users even professing love for their digital aides, says business consultant Amaryllis Liampoti. She presents three foundational principles for how brands can harness AI to build deeper emotional connections with consumers while pr…

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Predicting the Future of Malware with Dr. Marcus Botacin 35:21

19d ago35:21

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In this episode Michael and Sam are talking to malware researcher Dr. Marcus Botacin. Dr. Botacin discusses his journey from early work in sandboxing to advanced malware detection through machine learning, his recent efforts combining LLMs with GANs to create an iterative malware generation system that enhances evasion capabilities, and the importa…

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Episode 305 Deep Dive: Chris Peake | What's Ahead for Cyber Security in Australia and Its Impact on Businesses in 2025 37:21

22d ago37:21

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In this episode, we sit down with Chris Peake, Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and Senior Vice President of Security at Smartsheet, as he explores what lies ahead for cybersecurity in Australia and its impact on businesses in 2025. Chris discusses the evolving role of AI—both as a tool for cyber adversaries and as an advantage for defende…

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Mysten Labs: How Sui Leverages Move to Build the Composable Web3nternet - Adeniyi Abiodun 1:03:09

24d ago1:03:09

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Founded by former Meta Diem team members, Sui is a high-performance, layer-1 blockchain designed for horizontal scaling and low-latency transactions. It uses an object-centric data model and the Move programming language to enable transaction parallelization which can handle >200,000 txs/s. Sui’s goal is to combine the benefits of blockchains with …

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The Future of APIs in the Age of AI Agents A Conversation with Postman's Sam Chehab 46:01

20d ago46:01

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In this episode of SecureTalk, host Justin Beals explores the evolving world of API technology and security with Sam Chehab, Head of Security at Postman - the platform used by over 35 million developers and 90% of Fortune 500 companies. Episode Insights: Postman's Strategic Position: Learn why Sam joined Postman in September 2024 and how they're po…

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252: How Sapien is Empowering the AI Gig Economy with Blockchain and Real Rewards, with Ben Noble from Sapien 40:36

21d ago40:36

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How do you power the next generation of AI — without centralized data monopolies? In this episode, I talk with Ben Noble, Marketing Director at Sapien, about how Sapien is building the world’s first decentralized data foundry — rewarding people for training AI and contributing real-world data. We cover: How Sapien is combining Web3 incentives with …

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251: From Bots to Breakthroughs — Bandit Network’s Plan to Reinvent Web3 Growth 27:06

24d ago27:06

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How do you grow a Web3 startup without falling into the same old traps — airdrops, bots, and unsustainable hype? In this episode, I speak with Sandesh, founder of Bandit Network, who shares how they’re building growth infrastructure for Web3 — combining off-chain and on-chain data, enabling sustainable campaigns, and even launching their own rollup…

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Maple Finance: On-Chain Institutional Yield & Lending Markets - Sidney Powell 54:49

28d ago54:49

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With an extensive experience in traditional money markets, Maple Finance was envisioned as an institutional capital marketplace which combines the transparency & capital efficiency of blockchains with the regulatory framework of TradFi. Unlike many DeFi protocols that require over-collateralized loans (e.g. Aave), Maple also specializes in under-co…

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How to Make Social Media Better w/Alissa Cooper 54:42

28d ago54:42

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It’s easy to take for granted how much social media pervades our lives. Depending on the survey, upwards of 75-80 percent of Americans are using it daily—not to mention billions of people around the world. And over the past decade, we’ve seen a major backlash over the various failings of Big Tech. Much of the ire of policymakers has been focused on…

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Will AI make us the last generation to read and write? | Victor Riparbelli 17:58

25d ago17:58

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Technology is changing our world — and how we communicate — at an astonishing rate. So much so that entrepreneur Victor Riparbelli predicts that artificial intelligence will drive audio and video to replace text as our primary form of communication by the end of this decade. He imagines a world where anyone can create a Hollywood film, receive pers…

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250: Meme Coins with a Mission: Neiro’s Journey from Rug Pull to Global Community 42:27

26d ago42:27

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What happens when a meme coin gets rugged—and the community takes over? In this episode, Sam chats with S from Neiro, the community takeover lead, to explore the real mechanics behind meme coin takeovers, the evolution of the Neiro project, and how it became the spiritual successor to Dogecoin. From Vitalik-backed donations to exclusive IP licensin…

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Bitcoin = Home: The Mortgage Revolution No One Saw Coming with Josip Rupena of Milo 23:44

1M ago23:44

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Here’s a sentence I never thought I’d say: you can buy a house with your Bitcoin — without ever selling it. That’s the financial revolution Josip Rupena is building. He’s the founder and CEO of Milo, the fintech startup that’s already issued over $60 million in crypto mortgages — loans backed by your Bitcoin, not your bank account. And here’s the k…

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Episode 304 Deep Dive: David Wiseman | The Eroding Trust in Consumer Messaging Apps 41:28

1M ago41:28

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In this episode, we sit down with David Wiseman, Vice President of Secure Communications at BlackBerry, as he discusses the growing challenges around digital sovereignty and trust in consumer messaging apps. David explores the limitations and risks of using platforms like Signal, WhatsApp, and Telegram for sensitive or official communications, high…

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Beyond the Blinky Lights: Why Security Governance Drives Technology with Bryant Tow 46:50

28d ago46:50

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In this eye-opening episode of SecureTalk, host Justin Beals welcomes Bryant Tow, Chief Security Officer at LeapFrog Services, to discuss why technology alone can't solve cybersecurity challenges. Bryant reveals how the "Ring of Security" concept shows that up to half of your attack surface lies outside of technology—in governance, policies, people…

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Can AI Be Privately Regulated? w/Andrew Freedman 52:17

29d ago52:17

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When it comes to AI policy, and AI governance, Washington is arguably sending mixed signals. Overregulation is a concern—but so is underregulation. Stakeholders across the political spectrum and business world have a lot of conflicting thoughts. More export controls on AI chips, or less. More energy production, but what about the climate? Less liab…

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When AI Goes Rogue: API Security in the Age of AI Agents | Guest Sam Chehab 49:35

1M ago49:35

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Get your FREE Cybersecurity Salary Guide: https://www.infosecinstitute.com/form/cybersecurity-salary-guide-podcast/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=podcast Today on Cyber Work, Sam Chehab, the head of security and IT at Postman, dives into API security and the intriguing concept of rogue AI agents. Chehab discusses the internal c…

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249: Building Web3’s First Gaming Franchise: Frank Cheng on Apeiron, DoodiPals & Beyond 39:24

28d ago39:24

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Frank Cheng, founder of Apeiron and DoodiPals, joins Sam to unpack four years of building in Web3 gaming. From raising three funding rounds to building an entire gaming franchise, Frank shares practical lessons on tokenomics, community building, and how to retain real players. Learn why most Web3 games fail and how to fix them, what role AI will pl…

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Episode 303 Deep Dive: Anand Pashupathy | Securing the Future - Confidential AI & Cyber Threats 37:11

1M ago37:11

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In this episode, we sit down with Anand Pashupathy, Vice President and General Manager of Product Assurance and Security at Intel, as he discusses the current state of enterprise security, emphasizing growing concerns around data exfiltration, IP leakage, and the increasing sophistication of cyber attacks fueled by AI. He provides insight into how …

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Crypto, AI Agents, and the Future of Decentralized Infrastructure with Chris “Jinx” Jenkins 17:32

1M ago17:32

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My buddy Chris Jenkins just got back from ETHDenver, and he’s buzzing about the convergence of crypto and AI. He’s the head of operations at the Pocket Network Foundation, and right now, they’re gearing up for their biggest protocol upgrade ever: Shannon. What they’re doing is wild — opening up full permissionless access to decentralized data, from…

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248: From Wall Street to Web3 Agents: Yang Tang on the Future of Autonomous AI 48:20

1M ago48:20

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Yang Tang, co-founder of Memetica, joins Sam to dive deep into the world of AI agents — what they are, how they’re trained, and how they’re already generating value across Web2 and Web3. From his background in institutional finance and machine learning to launching BSD and Liam, Yang walks us through building intelligent, monetizable agents and why…

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AI, “normies,” and ethical consumption algorithms with Julia Longoria | Good Robot 20:33

1M ago20:33

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“The AI revolution is here. Can we build a Good Robot?” asks Vox’s newest miniseries, Good Robot. Join host Julia Longoria in conversation with Sherrell to discuss the ideological divide within the AI community. Sherrell and Julia talk about how Julia leverages her background as a Supreme Court reporter to condense complex topics into accessible an…

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