Best Splunk Podcasts (2025)

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S12|E2 From Data to Decisions: Exploring Splunk's Role in Digital Transformation

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In this episode of Cisco Champion Radio, we delve into the dynamic collaboration between Cisco and Splunk. Together, we explore how these industry leaders are enhancing visibility, streamlining operations, and strengthening security through powerful integrations and flexible licensing options.Discover how Splunk's innovative platform empowers users…

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3324: How Splunk Helps Businesses Cut Through Digital Noise 21:14

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How do you keep complex digital experiences running smoothly when every layer, from networks to cloud infrastructure to applications, can break in ways that frustrate customers and burn out IT teams? This question is at the heart of my conversation recorded live at Cisco Live in San Diego with Patrick Lin, Senior Vice President and General Manager …

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3354: Inside MediaOcean’s Vision for AI and Ad Tech 27:11

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What happens when the world’s most popular AI tools become ad platforms? That’s the question I put to Aaron Goldman, CMO of MediaOcean, in a candid conversation about the future of advertising, search, and AI-native experiences. Aaron brings over two decades of industry insight to the table, sharing his perspective on how platforms like ChatGPT are…

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3353: Why the Human Experience Still Matters in a Machine-Led World 42:48

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In this thought-provoking conversation, I’m joined by Kate O’Neill, author, speaker, and founder of KO Insights, to explore how leaders can make meaningful, human-centered decisions in a time of rapid AI adoption and organisational change. Known as the “Tech Humanist,” Kate has helped everyone from Google and IBM to city governments navigate the ev…

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3352: IoT, AI, and the Race for Supply Chain Visibility 22:52

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In today’s episode of Tech Talks Daily, I sit down with Ed Nabrotzky, CEO of Dot AI, to find out how a new generation of asset tracking technology is reshaping what’s possible in logistics, operations, and enterprise strategy. Ed brings decades of experience as an executive and innovator in RF and IoT systems, and now leads Dot Ai at the intersecti…

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3351: Human-AI Collaboration Starts With Education 40:37

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What happens when you bring together a practicing monk, a seasoned tech entrepreneur, and an AI education pioneer? In this episode of The Tech Talks Daily Podcast, I sit down with Prashant Raizada, the driving force behind Lumi Network, to explore how we can build a workforce ready for the AI era, not just in skills, but in mindset and purpose. Pra…

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3350: Make the Problem the Purpose: Rethinking Innovation with Colin Scott of Innventure 27:43

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Is innovation failing because we're starting in the wrong place? In this episode of Tech Talks Daily, I'm joined by Colin Scott, Senior Vice President of DownSelect at Innventure, to challenge the default tech-first mindset that dominates R&D and corporate innovation. Instead of asking what a technology can do, Innventure flips the question: what r…

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3349: IBM Consulting on Agentic AI and the Reinvention of Business Processes 25:44

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When AI enters the boardroom, it tends to arrive with big promises: productivity, automation, efficiency. But for Francesco Brenna, Global Leader of AI Integration Services at IBM Consulting, the real opportunity isn’t just faster workflows—it’s rebuilding how business gets done from the ground up. In this episode, recorded in the heat of a New Yor…

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3348: How Twilio Is Redefining Voice AI for Real-World Customer Support 35:17

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Voice has always been a powerful way to connect with customers, but until recently, voice AI struggled to deliver the kind of seamless experience we associate with great service. That is starting to change. In this episode, I catch up with Sam Richardson from Twilio to discuss the renewed momentum behind voice AI and what it means for the future of…

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S12|E7 The Next Evolution of Cisco Certifications 44:16

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The tech landscape never stops evolving — and neither does Cisco's commitment to keeping IT professionals ahead of the curve. In this episode of Cisco Champion Radio, we dive deep into the latest updates to the Cisco Certification Portfolio, designed to better align with the skills, roles, and technologies shaping the future of networking. Join us …

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3347: Bitsight on the Hidden Risks Inside Global Supply Chains 37:56

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When we talk about cybersecurity, it’s often easy to think in terms of firewalls, passwords, and high-profile breaches. But what happens when the vulnerability isn’t within your own systems but somewhere deep in your third or fourth-tier supply chain? In this episode, I spoke with Ben Edwards from Bitsight about the unseen infrastructure propping u…

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3346: How Nexthink Is Rethinking IT Support with Proactive, AI-Driven DEX 35:17

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IT support is changing fast, and the old service desk model is starting to feel like a relic from another era. In this episode, I spoke with Samuele Gantner, Chief Product Officer at Nexthink, about what comes next and what companies need to do now to prepare for it. With Nexthink sitting at the forefront of Digital Employee Experience (DEX) techno…

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3345: Veeva Systems and the Future of Agentic AI in Pharma 30:51

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AI is racing ahead, but for industries like life sciences, the stakes are higher and the rules more complex. In this episode, recorded just before the July heatwave hit its peak, I spoke with Chris Moore, President of Europe at Veeva Systems, from his impressively climate-controlled garden office. We covered everything from the trajectory of agenti…

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3344: Reimagining Cyber Infrastructure Without Compromising User Experience 37:10

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What does modern cybersecurity look like when you're leading a federally regulated financial institution serving Canadians from coast to coast? In this episode, recorded at Cisco Live last month, I sat down with Shawn Spurko, VP of Information and Cybersecurity at Innovation Federal Credit Union. Based in Swift Current, Saskatchewan, but now operat…

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3343: How Unilever Is Using AI to Rethink Everyday Essentials 27:02

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In today’s episode of Tech Talks Daily, I sat down with Alberto Prado, Head of Digital and Partnerships for R&D at Unilever, to explore how one of the world’s largest consumer goods companies is reimagining innovation using AI. And not just in theory or in labs. This is technology already transforming the stuff most of us use every single day. From…

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3342: Qualys CEO On Risk, AI, And The Future Of Digital Defense 33:40

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What does it take to build a $100 billion cybersecurity company in today’s cloud-first, AI-infused world? And how do you balance relentless technological change with the practical realities of compliance, risk, and leadership? In this episode of Tech Talks Daily, I sit down with Sumedh Thakar, CEO of Qualys, during his visit to the UK for the compa…

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3341: Lessons from the Coursera 2025 Global Skills Report 26:40

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Are we preparing people as quickly as we’re preparing machines? That’s the uncomfortable question at the heart of Coursera’s 2025 Global Skills Report, and the starting point for my conversation with Nikolaz Foucaud, Coursera’s Managing Director for EMEA. As the UK jumps more than 20 spots in global skills rankings and countries like Singapore and …

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3340: How Criteo Is Using AI to Redesign the Future of Retail Experiences 34:38

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What happens when AI moves from experimental tool to everyday shopping assistant? In this episode of Tech Talks Daily, I’m joined by Liva Ralaivola, Head of the Criteo AI Lab, to unpack how artificial intelligence is reshaping the way we discover, compare, and purchase products online. Speaking to me from the south of France, Liva shares insights f…

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3339: How Cisco Is Preparing for a World Powered by Agentic AI and Quantum Computing 30:22

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How do we prepare for a world where AI agents work together, networks think for themselves, and quantum teleportation is no longer just science fiction? I recently caught up once again with Vijoy Pandey, SVP and GM of Outshift by Cisco, live at Cisco Live in San Diego, for a wide-ranging conversation about what comes next at the edge of AI and quan…

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3338: What AI Copilot Teaches Us About Building Human-Centered Tech 29:07

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In this episode of Tech Talks Daily, I sit down with Candice DeVille, co-founder and CEO of AI Copilot, who joined me remotely from the serene gardens of Osaka Castle in Japan, where tech meets tradition in one of the most unexpected podcast backdrops we've had. Candice is on a mission to redefine how small and medium-sized businesses approach AI, …

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3337: Aeris and The Future of IoT Security 28:25

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In this episode of Tech Talks Daily, I speak with Syed Zaeem Hosain, Founder and Chief Evangelist at Aeris. This conversation comes at a critical moment. Deloitte’s 2024 Cyber Threat Trends Report reported a 400 percent surge in IoT malware attacks across industries. Forrester has gone further, warning that a major IoT breach could disrupt a large …

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3336: Ultra and the Mission to Build the Netflix of Gaming 44:01

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In this episode of Tech Talks Daily, I'm joined by Gus van Rijckevorsel, the energetic new CEO of Ultra, who's on a mission to redefine how we access, experience, and value games. Speaking from the sunny backdrop of Nice, Gus shares why now is the moment for Europe to stop playing catch-up and start leading the charge in shaping the future of on-ch…

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3335: How SoundExchange Is Rewiring the Music Industry With Tech, Data, and Advocacy 25:11

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What if the songs we love and the artists behind them could finally be compensated fairly, across every platform, every play, and every country? In today’s episode, I sit down with Michael Huppe, President and CEO of SoundExchange, to unpack how this music tech nonprofit is challenging the very foundations of how royalties are calculated and distri…

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3334: How Phison and StoreOne Are Making AI Training More Accessible 22:15

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After meeting on the IT Press Tour, I enjoyed a conversation with Michael Wu, President and General Manager of Phison US, about the revolutionary advances in AI-enabled storage technology. We begin by exploring Phison's AdaptivePlus platform and its integration with StoreOne's AI solution, making AI training more accessible and affordable for busin…

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S12|E6 Cisco AI Unleashed: The Latest & Greatest Innovations

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Join us to explore the exciting evolution of Cisco AI PODs. We're expanding beyond inferencing to offer designs for training and hybrid workloads, incorporating key integrations that we'll discuss. At the heart of this is a modular, fabric-centric architecture, designed to scale seamlessly from small deployments to massive clusters while ensuring a…

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S12|E5 Strengthening Cybersecurity with Cisco XDR Automation

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In this episode of Cisco Champion Radio, we explore how Cisco XDR (Extended Detection and Response) is transforming cybersecurity through automation and seamless integration with leading security tools. Our experts break down how Cisco XDR reduces alert fatigue, automates incident handling, and streamlines workflows to enhance security operations.W…

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S12|E4 Revolutionizing Network Design through Cisco Agile Services Networking

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In this episode of Cisco Champion Radio, we dive into Cisco's groundbreaking efforts to simplify network architecture and streamline the future of networking. The discussion focuses on the evolution of network design, from the collapse of transponders into routers in routed optical networking to the benefits of adopting coherent optics and segment …

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S12|E3 Unlocking AI for Network Engineers: Learning Paths & Career Growth

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In this episode of Cisco Champion Radio, we dive into the transformative role of AI in networking and how it can accelerate career growth. Our experts discuss the essential AI skills for network engineers, the practical applications of AI in daily tasks, and the importance of verifying AI-generated insights.We also explore the Cisco U learning path…

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S12|E1 Celebrating a Decade of Cisco Champions: Evolution, Success, and Community

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Join us as we celebrate the ten-year anniversary of the Cisco Champion program. In this special episode, long-time members who have been part of the program reflect on its evolution and success. We delve into the program's growth, highlighting its global diversity, the integration of new technologies, and its expanded focus beyond blogging to inclu…

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S11|E24 Enhancing Digital Experiences in Remote Areas

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Emerging forms of wireless connectivity are growing in popularity as a new way to reach people in highly remote, rural, and difficult-to-reach locations. They are particularly important in getting sites connected more quickly. 5G and satellite internet offer crucial connectivity to businesses to deliver their offerings to more people in more places…

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3333: The Human + AI Equation: How Zendesk is Building the Future of Customer Experience 30:52

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In a candid conversation with Zendesk CTO Adrian McDermott, it's become clear that enterprise AI has reached a pivotal moment. We're witnessing the end of AI theater and the emergence of practical platforms delivering real business value. "We're moving from chapter one to chapter two of the application of generative AI," McDermott explains. "It's n…

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3332: Coinbase - The Rise of Agentic Commerce and What It Means for Developers 29:10

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As AI continues to dominate headlines and crypto continues to evolve behind the scenes, the real story may lie in their convergence. In this episode of Tech Talks Daily, I sat down with Dan Kim from Coinbase to discuss how these two technologies are shaping the future of digital commerce and development. Dan leads the Coinbase Developer Platform, a…

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3331: Beyond the Helpdesk: How Zendesk Is Reshaping CX with AI 22:32

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What happens when a customer service platform stops thinking like a vendor and starts operating like a partner? In this episode of Tech Talks Daily, I sit down with Andrew Lawson, EVP and GM for Zendesk Europe, to explore how the company is redefining the future of customer experience through AI, innovation, and a customer-first mindset. Zendesk ma…

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3330: PXP - AI, Smart Routing, and the Future of Merchant Payments 26:50

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In a world where payments have evolved from a back-office utility into a strategic business driver, how do you build a platform that truly puts control back into the hands of merchants? On this episode of Tech Talks Daily, I sat down with Dwaine Thomas, CIO of PXP, to explore how the company is transforming the payment landscape with its next gener…

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3329: NOVI’s Vision for Real-Time AI at the Edge of Space 21:53

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What happens when you stop thinking of satellites as data collectors and start thinking of them as data analysts? That is precisely the shift we explore in today's episode of Tech Talks Daily with Michael Bartholomeusz, CEO of NOVI. Traditionally, Earth observation has relied on satellites to capture massive volumes of raw data, which is then trans…

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3328: Building Practical, Scalable AI with TELUS Digital Solutions 22:58

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Just two years ago, the launch of GPT-4 required the support of hundreds of experts, intensive computing power, and vast coordination. Today, that same process could be executed by a team of five. That is not an exaggeration. It is a signal of just how rapidly AI development is accelerating. In this episode of Tech Talks Daily, I’m joined by Gagan …

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3327: MetricStream - How AI Is Reshaping Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) 32:39

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When I last spoke with Gaurav Kapoor five years ago, we were in the thick of a global pandemic. Remote work was still a novelty for many, AI was a distant concept for most businesses, and regulatory frameworks were trying to keep pace with the speed of technological change. Fast forward to today, and the conversation around AI and governance, risk,…

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3326: Inside HALOS: How AI and Cameras Are Changing Frontline Safety 17:30

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In today’s episode of Tech Talks Daily, I sat down with Matt Dawes, Head of Enterprise Sales at HALOS, to explore the fast-moving world of security technology and how body-worn cameras are rapidly transforming the way businesses approach accountability, staff safety, and incident response. HALOS is rethinking body-worn video with a fresh approach t…

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3325: Universal Robots Cobots and Collaborative Robotic Automation 21:53

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How do we bridge the skills gap in UK manufacturing while pushing the boundaries of automation technology? In this episode of Tech Talks Daily, I sit down with Mark Gray, UK and Ireland Country Manager at Universal Robots, to explore how collaborative robots, or cobots, are rewriting the rules for companies big and small. Universal Robots, founded …

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3323: How Outschool is Preparing Kids for Careers That Don’t Exist Yet. 30:16

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What happens when education stops being about a rigid curriculum and starts focusing on what genuinely sparks a child’s curiosity? This question sits at the heart of my conversation with Amir Nathoo, the founder and CEO of Outschool, a fast-growing online learning platform now trusted by over a million families worldwide. In this episode, Amir shar…

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3322: SparkBeyond Unlocks ROI with Always Optimized AI 27:30

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How do you measure success when your AI is learning faster than your own business processes can keep up? That’s the question I set out to answer in my conversation with SparkBeyond, a company that has spent the past decade transforming how enterprises harness AI. From crawling GitHub code in a modest garage experiment to driving measurable performa…

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3321: Instabug and the Quest for Self Healing Mobile Apps 24:10

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In this episode of Tech Talks Daily, I sit down with Jim Douglas, CEO of Instabug, to unpack the hidden world of mobile app development and the hurdles developers face every time you tap an icon on your phone. Mobile apps live in unpredictable conditions, surrounded by millions of device variations and users who are quick to abandon any app that fa…

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3320: How Chase for Business Balances Innovation and Stability for Businesses 26:47

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How are small businesses influencing the future of financial technology at a scale few can match? In this episode, I sit down with Jameson Troutman, Head of Product for Small Business at Chase for Business. With two decades shaping payment solutions for entrepreneurs, he opens up about how a team inside one of the largest financial institutions sta…

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3319: Inside Innventure: Pivoting Big Ideas Toward Real-World Value 22:06

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When did you last pause to consider what it takes to turn daring ideas from a lab into reality? In this episode of Tech Talks Daily, I spend time with Mike Otworth, Executive Chairman of Innventure, whose career reveals what happens when breakthrough technology leaves the safety of research and collides with real-world demands. Mike's view offers a…

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3318: RICOH Spaces and the Role of Tech in Workplace Experience Management 30:23

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In this episode of Tech Talks Daily, I sit down with Nathan Thomas, Director of Innovation, Ricoh Europe, who oversees innovation across Ricoh Europe. Nathan joined me to unpack new findings from Ricoh’s study of thousands of workers and business leaders across Europe. We discussed why some countries are advancing in terms of workplace productivity…

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3317: How Sitecore Is Accelerating Agentic AI for Marketers 23:55

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When was the last time you truly paused to consider how far artificial intelligence has come and where it’s heading next? On today’s episode of Tech Talks Daily, I dive into this fast-moving frontier with Mo Cherif, Vice President of Generative AI and Innovation at Sitecore. This conversation explores what 2025 holds for agentic AI and why this tec…

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3316: Women in Tech and Data Sovereignty DDN’s Approach at the IT Press Tour 16:05

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Recorded amidst the buzz of the IT Press Tour in Palo Alto, this episode explores the evolving world of data intelligence through a candid conversation with Amanda R. Lee, Vice President, Marketing Analyst & Public Relations, DDN. Sitting under the California sun, I had the opportunity to unpack how DDN is helping some of the most data-intensive or…

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3315: The New Age of Cyber Resilience with Cohesity 30:55

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How can organizations protect their most valuable asset, data, while harnessing its true potential through AI-driven insights? These are the questions I set out to answer on the recent IT Press Tour in Silicon Valley. In my latest conversation at the Santa Clara offices of Cohesity, I sat down with Sanjay Poonen, President and CEO, to discuss how t…

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3314: Cisco Live - Meet the new Duo IAM 18:22

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Have you ever paused to think about how the humble login has quietly become one of the most vulnerable points in cybersecurity? In this episode, I spoke with Matt Caulfield, Vice President of Identity Products at Cisco, to understand why identity is now the prime target for attackers and how Duo is evolving to meet that threat head-on. Matt explain…

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3313: Saving Wildlife, Empowering Communities: The Impact of Connected Conservation 19:17

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Have you ever wondered what happens when cutting-edge network technology meets the rugged frontlines of wildlife conservation? In this episode, I sat down with Sophie Maxwell, the driving force behind the Connected Conservation Foundation, to understand how digital infrastructure and real-time data are changing the odds for endangered species and l…