Best The Blockchain Analyst Podcasts (2025)

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S04E12 - 2026 Tech Predictions 32:29

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The thirty-fourth episode of the podcast that you know and love as "We Love Ugly Data!" is out; available in audio form everywhere you get your podcasts from and additionally in video form via YouTube (which we've embedded below). This month, it's time for the annual Deep Analysis predictions, so Matt is joined by both Alan and Dan to discuss a han…

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CDO Matters Ep. 90 | Decision Intelligence at Scale 38:46

6d ago38:46

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Episode Overview In this episode, Malcolm sits down with Jeremi Karnell of InvestNet to explore how the company is transforming six trillion dollars of “digital exhaust” into powerful decision-intelligence capabilities for financial advisors. Jeremi explains how predictive models, knowledge graphs, and generative AI are reshaping advisor workflows,…

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S04E11 - Innovation Award 2025 Special 35:00

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The thirty-third episode of the podcast that you know and love as "We Love Ugly Data!" is out; available in audio form everywhere you get your podcasts from and additionally in video form via YouTube (which we've embedded below). This month it's time to discuss the annual Deep Analysis Innovation Awards, so Matt is joined by both Alan and Dan to di…

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How the Big Banks Look at Stablecoin, Digital Assets and Modernization, with Ned Conway 31:05

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In this episode of "Financial Crime Matters," Kieran talks live from The ACAMS Assembly Las Vegas with Ned Conway, Executive Secretary at the Wolfsberg Group, an association of 12 of the world's largest banks that focuses on managing financial crime and money laundering risks.Ned discusses Wolfsberg's recommendations for banking stablecoin producer…

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Analyst Roundtable: AI, Crypto, Quantum, Chips – OXD33

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Analyst roundtable covering the big ideas in technology that are changing the world, with Adrian Cockcroft, Stephen Perrenod, Chris Kruell, and Shahin Khan. In this episode: – Agent Swarm Coding, “AI-Aided Coding”? – AI circular funding or flywheel – Data Center build-out complexities, and overbuilding? – New Exascale DOE Supercomputers – Data FLow…

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CDO Matters Ep. 89 | Small Team, Big Impact: Standing Up Data Governance That Works 35:27

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Episode Overview In this episode, Malcolm Hawker sits down with Jonathan Ong, Data Director for Mecklenburg County Public Health, to unpack how a small, resource-constrained team built a thriving data governance program from the ground up. They explore the practical realities of securing executive buy-in, building data literacy, and shifting govern…

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How Sanctions Became a Way to Wage War and When They Actually Work, with Eddie Fishman. 27:25

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In this episode of "Financial Crime Matters," Kieran talks with Eddie Fishman, author of “Chokepoints: How the Global Economy Became a Weapon of War," about the rapid growth in the use of financial sanctions in the 21st Century, with each US president from George W. Bush on imposing sanctions at twice the rate of his predecessor.Drawing on history …

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CDO Matters Ep. 88 | Building Allies, Not Frameworks 34:56

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Episode Overview In Episode 88 of CDO Matters, Malcolm Hawker sits down with Rebecca O’Kill, Chief Data and Analytics Officer at Axis Capital, for a masterclass in pragmatic data leadership. Together they explore how to evolve a data and analytics operating model for a future defined by AI, adaptability, and relentless business alignment. Rebecca s…

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S04E10 - Some thoughts on Salesforce and research update 35:00

2M ago35:00

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The thirty-second episode of the podcast that you know and love as "We Love Ugly Data!" is out; available in audio form everywhere you get your podcasts from and additionally in video form via YouTube (which we've embedded below). As usual, it’s three topics in (just a touch over) 30 minutes, and the show notes are included just below the embedded …

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CDO Matters Ep. 87 | Beyond Data Catalogs: Building Context for AI and Data Products 47:14

2M ago47:14

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Episode Overview Malcolm Hawker and DataGalaxy’s Kash Mehdi dive into the evolution of metadata, data products, and AI governance - exploring why traditional data catalogs are no longer enough. They discuss how context, usability, and human insight are reshaping what it means to manage and trust data in an AI-driven world. Episode Links and Resourc…

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CDO Matters Ep. 86 | From Data Leader to Solo Entrepreneur 51:42

2M ago51:42

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Episode Overview What happens when a seasoned data leader decides to step out of corporate life and build something entirely new? In this episode, I sit down with Dora Boussias—former Stryker executive, dynamic speaker, and now founder of DoraB Global—to talk about her leap into entrepreneurship, the importance of authenticity, personal reinvention…

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Embarking on a New Anti-Financial Crime Era, with AUSTRAC's Brendan Thomas 28:20

3M ago28:20

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In this episode of "Financial Crime Matters," Kieran talks with AUSTRAC CEO Brendan Thomas about his agency's efforts to implement a vast extension of Australia's anti-money laundering regime to about 80,000 new entities under legislation commonly referred to as T2.In service to those efforts, Brendan details AUSTRAC's outreach to law firms, accoun…

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CDO Matters Ep. 85 | AI Adoption: Hype, Reality, and What Most Leaders Still Don’t Get 50:36

3M ago50:36

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Episode Overview Everyone is chasing AI, but few are asking the hard questions about what it really takes to make it work. In this episode, Malcolm sits down with Ron Green, CTO and co-founder of KungFu.AI, to cut through the hype and talk about what’s actually happening inside companies trying to deploy AI at scale. If you think AI is a plug-and-p…

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S04E09 - IDP Special Edition! 39:10

3M ago39:10

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The thirty-first episode of the podcast that you know and love as "We Love Ugly Data!" is out; available in audio form everywhere you get your podcasts from and additionally in video form via YouTube (which we've embedded below). As usual, it’s three topics in (just a touch over) 30 minutes, and the show notes are included just below the embedded v…

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CDO Matters Ep. 84 |The Data Leader’s Dilemma: From Ownership to Outcomes 48:45

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Episode Summary Malcolm Hawker and Junaid Farooq unpack one of the toughest challenges in data leadership: moving beyond outdated notions of ownership to embrace accountability and results. Their conversation sheds light on the mindsets and practices that separate struggling programs from transformative ones. Episode Links and Resources Follow Malc…

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Analyst Roundtable: AI, Crypto, Quantum, Chips – OXD32

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Analyst roundtable covering the big ideas in technology that are changing the world, with Adrian Cockcroft, Stephen Perrenod, Chris Kruell, and Shahin Khan. In this episode: – Early views on impact of AI Agent Swarm Coding on staffing, org structure, roll out – Stanford AI Index report – MIT report on AI project failures – Will AI stampede continue…

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Fighting identity theft and the financial exploitation of children, with Renata Furst Galvão 27:29

3M ago27:29

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In this episode of "Financial Crime Matters," Kieran talks with Renata Furst Galvão about identity theft, focusing on the theft of children’s identities for financial exploitation. Renata recounts the theft of her own identity as a six-year-old child and the tremendous burden it placed on her until her financial records were cleared of debt in her …

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CDO Matters Ep. 83 | Making Data AI-Ready with Knowledge Graphs 50:00

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Episode Overview In this episode of CDO Matters, Malcolm Hawker sits down with Andreas Blumauer to explore how knowledge graphs are transforming enterprise data strategies. They discuss why semantics and domain models are critical for making data truly AI-ready, and how CDOs can use these tools to bridge the gap between data governance and AI innov…

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S04E08 - Whats happening at OpenText? (and new research) 38:17

4M ago38:17

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The thirtieth episode of the podcast that you know and love as "We Love Ugly Data!" is out; available in audio form everywhere you get your podcasts from and additionally in video form via YouTube (which we've embedded below). As usual, it’s three topics in (just a touch over) 30 minutes, and the show notes are included just below the embedded vide…

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Analyst Roundtable: AI Coding, Bitcoin Treasury Companies, U.S. AI Action Plan – OXD31

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Analyst roundtable covering the big ideas in technology that are changing the world, with Adrian Cockcroft, Stephen Perrenod, Chris Kruell, and Shahin Khan. In this episode: – What AI Agent Swarm Coding is like – Bitcoin Treasury Companies – U.S. AI Action Plan – Power Generation, Nuclear Energy – Sovereign AI OrionX Editorial Team The OrionX edito…

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CDO Matters Ep. 82 | Data as a Product 35:26

4M ago35:26

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Episode Overview In this episode of CDO Matters, host Malcolm Hawker sits down with Jonathan Reeve, Chief Product Officer at BetaNXT, to explore the evolving partnership between Chief Product Officers and Chief Data Officers. Their conversation dives into how data can serve as a strategic product, the importance of post-launch customer feedback, an…

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CDO Matters Ep. 81 | The $2M MDM Success Story 43:59

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Episode Overview In this episode of CDO Matters, Malcolm Hawker sits down with Raju Mudunuri, Director of Data at Lexmark, to discuss real-world strategies for operationalizing Master Data Management (MDM). They explore the challenges of stakeholder alignment, platform modernization, and connecting MDM to tangible business outcomes. Whether you're …

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Uncovering Links to Chinese Underground Laundering and More:LatAm Conference Special with John Tobon 12:56

5M ago12:56

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In this episode of "Financial Crime Matters" Kieran talks with John Tobon, former assistant director for the Department of Homeland Security Investigations' Countering Transnational Crime and Terrorism Division, to set the stage for ACAMS' upcoming Assembly Latin America in Cancun, July 21- 22, 2025. In this fast-moving conversation, John and Kiera…

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CDO Matters Ep. 80 | Data Observability Demystified 35:39

5M ago35:39

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Episode Overview In this episode of CDO Matters, host Malcolm Hawker talks with Barr Moses, CEO of Monte Carlo, to break down what data observability really means and why it matters. They explore how leading organizations are using it to catch data issues early, drive trust, and scale reliability— plus where the space is headed next. Episode Links …

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S04E07 The Current State of Agentic AI 37:00

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The twenty-ninth episode of the podcast that you know and love as "We Love Ugly Data!" is out; available in audio form everywhere you get your podcasts from and additionally in video form via YouTube (which we've embedded below). As usual, it’s three topics in (just a touch over) 30 minutes, and the show notes are included just below the embedded v…

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Analyst Roundtable: AI Agent Swarm Coding, PCIe, UEC, BTC – OXD30

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Analyst roundtable covering the big ideas in technology that are changing the world, with Adrian Cockcroft, Stephen Perrenod, Chris Kruell, and Shahin Khan. In this episode: AI Agent Swarm Coding, PCIe, UCE, Bitcoin, TOP500. Also introducing a new feature: “Lightning Round” which touches on megatrends that were not already covered, in this case: Io…

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Fighting Corruption at Home and Abroad, with TI France's Sara Brimbeuf 21:08

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In this episode of “Financial Crime Matters,” Kieran talks with Sara Brimbeuf, head of the illicit financial flows program at Transparency International France.Sara and Kieran discuss TI France's efforts to fight bribery and corruption in conjunction with TI chapters around the globe and the non-governmental agency's current efforts to bring to jus…

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CDO Matters Ep. 79 | A State Court Ruling Just Changed the Game — Are CDOs Ready? 51:48

6M ago51:48

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Episode Overview In this episode, Malcolm welcomes Mark Stouse back to unpack the Delaware court ruling that's sending shockwaves through boardrooms. They cut through the BS on what fiduciary duty now means for data leaders, why ROI theater won’t cut it anymore, and how CDOs must evolve their approach to value or risk becoming irrelevant. Episode L…

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S04E06 - Sneak peak into new IDP survey findings - some big surprises! 35:15

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The twenty-eighth episode of the podcast that you know and love as "We Love Ugly Data!" is out; available in audio form everywhere you get your podcasts from and additionally in video form via YouTube (which we've embedded below). As usual it’s three topics in (just a touch over) 30 minutes, and the show notes are included just below the embedded v…

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CDO Matters Ep. 78 | Data-Driven Healthcare 52:18

6M ago52:18

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Episode Overview In this episode of the CDO Matters Podcast, Malcolm Hawker welcomes Jane Urban, the CDAO of Improzo, for a deep dive into the transformative role of data and AI in healthcare. From predicting patient outcomes to improving care delivery, Jane shares practical insights drawn from her extensive experience. Whether you're in healthcare…

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Analyst Roundtable: AI HPC Cloud Quantum Crypto Fusion – OXD29

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Analyst roundtable covering AI, HPC, Cloud, Quantum, Crypto, Fusion with Adrian Cockcroft, Stephen Perrenod, Chris Kruell, and Shahin Khan. In this episode: Dessert vs Forest company culture, Nvidia, Altman-Ive, Humane AI, Post Smartphone User Interface, Java Ring, MeGPT, Soopra.ai, Model Context Protocol (MCP) in AI, Bitcoin Strategic Reserve legi…

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Blockchain Forensics and Surviving Detention in Nigeria, with Tigran Gambaryan and Andy Greenberg. 24:44

7M ago24:44

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In this episode of “Financial Crime Matters,” Kieran talks with Andy Greenberg, senior writer at WIRED and author of the blockchain forensic thriller “Tracers In The Dark.” Halfway into their conversation, they are joined by Tigran Gambaryan, head of financial crime compliance at Binance and a former IRS-CI investigator.Andy, Tigran and Kieran disc…

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CDO Matters Ep. 77 | From Rollercoasters to Real-Time Insights: Managing Disruptions with Data 49:57

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Episode Overview In this episode CDO Matters, Malcolm Hawker speaks with Gavin Hupp, VP of Technology at United Parks and Resorts, about the balance between long-term planning and short-term adaptability. Gavin shares how data and AI are used to anticipate guest needs, optimize experiences, and stay resilient amid disruptions like economic shifts a…

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The ServiceNow and Salesforce clash.... and other stuff 37:44

7M ago37:44

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The twenty-seventh episode of the podcast you know and love, "We Love Ugly Data!", is now available. You can find it in audio form on your preferred podcast platform and in video form on YouTube, which we've embedded below. As usual, it’s three topics in (just a touch over) 30 minutes, and the show notes are included just below the embedded video. …

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Countering Violent Extremist Groups, with Hans-Jakob Schindler 27:47

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In this episode of “Financial Crime Matters,” Kieran talks with Dr. Hans-Jakob Schindler, Senior Director of the Counter-Extremism Project about the current violent threats posed by Islamic radicals, and right-wing and left-wing extremist groups.Drawing on his expertise as Senior Director of the Counter Extremism Project and years of diplomatic ser…

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CDO Matters Ep. 76 | Data and Tariffs 51:03

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Episode Overview In Episode 76 of CDO Matters, Malcolm Hawker dives into the timely intersection of data and tariffs, exploring how organizations can navigate shifting global trade dynamics with smarter data strategies. With global tensions rising, this conversation is more relevant than ever. Episode Links and Resources Follow Malcolm Hawker on Li…

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CDO Matters Ep. 75 | Rethinking Enterprise Data 47:32

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Episode Overview Enterprise data isn’t just about governance anymore — it’s about growth, agility, and survival. Malcolm Hawker and Apurva Wadodkar of Autodesk dive into what it takes to build a data function that keeps pace with change, sharing hard-won lessons and forward-looking strategies along the way. Episode Links and Resources Follow Malcol…

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Analyst Roundtable: Tariffs, AI Chips, BTC Reserve, AI Pricing, DC Carbon – OXD28

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Analyst roundtable with Adrian Cockcroft, Stephen Perrenod, Chris Kruell, and Shahin Khan. In this episode: Tariffs and how companies are or should be approaching them, The Triffin Dilemma, Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, FinTech software around BTC, Turing Complete smart contract languages, AI Chips, Intel, Nvidia, TSMC, AI pricing, Data Center carbon …

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S04E04 - Automating Work - Examining the Work Intelligence Market 36:31

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The twenty-sixth episode of the podcast that you know and love as "We Love Ugly Data!" is out; available in audio form everywhere you get your podcasts from and additionally in video form via YouTube (which we've embedded below). As usual it’s three topics in (just a touch over) 30 minutes, and the show notes are included just below the embedded vi…

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CDO Matters Ep. 74 | Data Architecture 46:16

8M ago46:16

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Episode Overview The expanding data landscape is increasingly complex, making the role of the Data Architect more critical than ever before. On this week’s episode of the CDO Matters Podcast, Pete Cooney, the Lead Enterprise Architect with Jackson, shares his wealth of experience on how CDOs can leverage their data architecture to drive maximum val…

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Analyst Roundtable: GPUs, AI, Quantum, Bitcoin, China – OXD27

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Analyst roundtable with Adrian Cockcroft, Stephen Perrenod, Chris Kruell, and Shahin Khan covering recent advances in, and impacts of: GPUs, including a post-view of the GTC conference, AI DataCenters, Quantum Computing, Bitcoin, and China. OrionX Editorial Team The OrionX editorial team manages the content on this website. The post Analyst Roundta…

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CDO Matters Ep. 73 | Embracing Library Science in Data & Analytics 46:53

8M ago46:53

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Episode Overview “We are all librarians” is a quote from this week’s guest on the CDO Matters Podcast, Jessica Talisman, the Senior Information Architect at Adobe. In this episode, Malcolm and Jessica go deep on the topic of why Knowledge Management – including many of the concepts practiced for centuries by librarians – is increasingly becoming a …

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CDO Matters Ep. 72 | The Data Doom Loop 38:14

9M ago38:14

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Episode Overview Why do companies keep investing in data without seeing results? CDO Matters host Malcolm Hawker and Ken Stott, Enterprise Field CTO at Hasura, explore the Data Doom Loop—a cycle of complexity, tech overload, and stalled progress. Is there a way out? Tune in to find out! Episode Links and Resources Follow Malcolm Hawker on LinkedIn …

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Understanding North Korea’s $1.5 Billion Bybit Theft, with Geoff White 30:51

9M ago30:51

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In this episode of “Financial Crime Matters,” Kieran talks with Geoff White, the author of three crucial books on financial crime, including “The Lazarus Heist: From Hollywood to High Finance: Inside North Korea's Global Cyber War.”Drawing from “The Lazarus Heist” and a plethora of recent information, Geoff details North Korea’s $1.5 billion theft …

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Episode 25 - IDP Market Updates! 37:01

9M ago37:01

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The twenty-fifth episode of the podcast that you know and love as "We Love Ugly Data!" is out; available in audio form everywhere you get your podcasts from and additionally in video form via YouTube (which we've embedded below). As usual it’s three topics in (just a touch over) 30 minutes, and the show notes are included just below the embedded vi…

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Analyst Roundtable: Chips, AI, Search, Quantum, Bitcoin, Fusion – OXD26

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Analyst roundtable with Adrian Cockcroft, Stephen Perrenod, Chris Kruell, and Shahin Khan covering recent advances in, and impacts of: Chips, AI, Search, Quantum Computing, Bitcoin, and Fusion energy. OrionX Editorial Team The OrionX editorial team manages the content on this website. The post Analyst Roundtable: Chips, AI, Search, Quantum, Bitcoin…

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CDO Matters Ep. 71 | Data Virtualization Demystified 38:27

9M ago38:27

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Episode Overview Have you ever wondered exactly what Data Virtualization is? What about a virtual data warehouse? If you're a CDO eager to learn why Data Virtualization should be a part of a strategy to modernize your data ecosystem, then this episode of CDO Matters with Alberto Pan, the CTO of Denodo, is for you! Episode Links and Resources Follow…

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CDO Matters Ep. 70 | The State of MDM 2025 1:00:25

10M ago1:00:25

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Episode Overview In Episode 70 of CDO Matters, Malcolm Hawker explores the future of MDM as AI, cloud migrations, and unstructured data reshape the field. Covering market trends, AI’s role, ROI challenges, and vendor shifts, he shares insights from the latest Magic Quadrant for MDM Solutions to help data leaders refine their 2025 strategy. Tune in …

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Enterprise Search (again) - Just don't call it a comeback! 35:43

10M ago35:43

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The twenty-fourth episode of the podcast that you know and love as "We Love Ugly Data!" is out; available in audio form everywhere you get your podcasts from and additionally in video form via YouTube (which we've embedded below). We're back to our usual format this time, so it’s three topics in (just a touch over) 30 minutes, and the show notes ar…

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CDO Matters Ep. 69 | Leading a Data Function: Europe vs. USA 52:42

10M ago52:42

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Episode Overview In this episode of the CDO Matters Podcast, Malcolm and his guest Samir Sharma discuss a wide array of data topics, including the biggest cultural and regulatory differences between Europe and the US and their impact on global data leaders. While the US appears poised to de-regulate, the influence of growing regulations in Europe, …