Best Concise Software Podcasts (2025)

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From Burnout to 6-Pack: The 2 Rules and 4 KPIs That Transform Busy CEOs 56:50

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3h ago56:50

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Mark MacLeod sits down with fitness coach Greg Newlands to explore the critical importance of health and wellness for high-performing entrepreneurs. As a coach to successful business leaders, Greg shares his expertise on how CEOs can optimize their physical and mental performance through strategic fitness and nutrition practices. The conversation d…

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AI: The Week Everything Changed 51:39

9h ago51:39

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Join us for a deep dive into a truly seismic shift in AI, marking the week between July 6th and 11th, 2025. This period felt like a turning point, witnessing a whirlwind of seemingly disparate developments that converged to highlight both incredible leaps in AI capabilities and profound ethical challenges. We are at an inflection point where theore…

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Why a Design System Is Your UX Superpower 3:55

2d ago3:55

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In the last lesson, I talked about the four types of UX resources that can help you scale your influence across the organization. This time, we're going to zero in on one of the most powerful tools at your disposal: the design system. If you want to move from being an implementer to a UX leader, someone who empowers others to create better experien…

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Spying on your kids, Bank Robberies, Qantas, LOTL, sudo, Hunters, Aaran Leyland... - SWN #492 33:26

5d ago33:26

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Spying on your kids, Bank Robberies, Qantas, LOTL, sudo, Hunters, Aaran Leyland, and more on the Security Weekly News. Visit https://www.securityweekly.com/swn for all the latest episodes! Show Notes: https://securityweekly.com/swn-492

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Breaking Gender Barriers in Tech: Alina Vandenberghe's Inspiring Story 51:10

6d ago51:10

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Mark MacLeod's Startup CEO Show brings us an enlightening conversation with Alina Vandenberghe, the dynamic co-founder and co-CEO of Chili Piper. This episode offers a deep dive into the unique challenges and opportunities of co-leading a company with your spouse, as Alina candidly discusses her partnership with her husband and co-CEO. The discussi…

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The Great AI Reset: What June 2025's Explosive Week Means for You 55:36

9d ago55:36

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This podcast episode unpacks the absolute whirlwind of AI news from the pivotal week of June 30th to July 4th, 2025. It was a period where the ground underneath the entire tech world didn't just shift, it shook, ushering in a complete reorganization of the industry around Artificial Intelligence capabilities. This wasn't just incremental progress; …

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North Korea, ransomware, social engineering, AI, Apple, Drugs & Iran - SWN #491 28:50

9d ago28:50

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North Korea, ransomware, social engineering, AI, Apple, Drugs & Iran on this edition of the Security Weekly News! Visit https://www.securityweekly.com/swn for all the latest episodes! Show Notes: https://securityweekly.com/swn-491

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The 4 UX Resources Every Organization Needs 3:22

9d ago3:22

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So far in this series, we've been shifting your role from implementer to advisor. You've worked hard to win trust, define a strategy, and begin shaping the way your organization approaches user experience. But, just because people agree with your strategy doesn't mean they're ready to run with it. Most stakeholders are busy. Many aren't confident d…

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Sony, Scattered Spider, Hikvision, Cybercrime, Iran, BSODs, Cloudflare, Josh Marpet.. - SWN #490 31:11

13d ago31:11

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Sony, Scattered Spider, Hikvision, Cybercrime, Iran, BSODs, Cloudflare, Josh Marpet, and more on the Security Weekly News. Visit https://www.securityweekly.com/swn for all the latest episodes! Show Notes: https://securityweekly.com/swn-490

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Revolutionizing Pet Care: Inside Vetster's Telemedicine Success Story 43:19

13d ago43:19

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In this episode of the Startup CEO Show, Mark MacLeod sits down with Mark Bordo, co-founder and CEO of Vetster, to explore the world of pet telemedicine and marketplace businesses. Bordo shares the origin story of Vetster, born from a personal need and launched just before the COVID-19 pandemic. He discusses how the company quickly scaled across No…

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The AI Week That Changed Everything: A Deep Dive into the Revolution 36:27

14d ago36:27

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Welcome to The AI Week That Changed Everything, your express lane to truly understanding the seismic shifts unfolding in artificial intelligence2. Each episode, we cut through the noise to bring you the most important insights from the fast-moving AI world, focusing on developments that profoundly impact everyday life and industries1.... We explore…

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Broadcom, Direct Send, N0auth, UNFI, Cisco, Oneclik, Russ Beauchemin, and more... - SWN #489 31:28

17d ago31:28

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Broadcom is coming for you, Direct Send, N0auth, UNFI, Cisco, Oneclik, Russ Beauchemin, and More on this episode of the Security Weekly News. Visit https://www.securityweekly.com/swn for all the latest episodes! Show Notes: https://securityweekly.com/swn-489

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Services That Expand Your Impact 4:00

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In the last email, I talked about shifting your role from implementer to advisor. I know that can feel uncomfortable, maybe even a bit risky. Letting go of direct control means trusting others to do UX work, and let's be honest, at first they probably won't do it as well as you would. But, they don't have to be perfect. What matters is that they st…

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The Rise of Malware: Salt Typhoon and Spark Kitty - SWN #488 35:37

20d ago35:37

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In this episode of Security Weekly News, Doug White discusses various cybersecurity threats, including the Salt Typhoon and Spark Kitty malware, the implications of Microsoft's decision to drop support for old hardware drivers, and the potential increase in cyber threats from Iran. The conversation also covers the alarming 16 billion password leak …

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Honest Feedback and Hard Truths: Developing Startup Leaders 55:17

20d ago55:17

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In this episode of the Startup CEO Show, Mark MacLeod sits down with Christine Song, a multi-time Chief People Officer with extensive experience in both established corporations and high-growth startups. They dive deep into the critical role of people and HR in scaling successful companies. Christine shares her journey from corporate HR to becoming…

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Donut Holes, clickfix, rapperbots, bad devs, war, Doug Rants about Backups, and More. - SWN #487 33:37

24d ago33:37

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Donut Holes, clickfix, rapperbots, bad devs, war, Doug Rants about Backups, and More on this episode of the Security Weekly News. Visit https://www.securityweekly.com/swn for all the latest episodes! Show Notes: https://securityweekly.com/swn-487

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The Week AI Changed Everything: June 2025 Milestones 30:52

24d ago30:52

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Have you ever felt like you were living through a week where the future, the actual future, just crashed into the present?1 For anyone watching the world of artificial intelligence, June 15th to 20th, 2025, was exactly that kind of week1. This podcast deep dives into that incredible, almost dizzying speed of advancement in AI, particularly focusing…

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AI Zombie Lawyer, Scattered Spider, ASUS, Mainframes, GrayAlpha, Backups, Josh Marpet - SWN #486 36:26

27d ago36:26

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AI Zombie Lawyers, Scattered Spider, ASUS, Mainframes, GrayAlpha, Backups, Josh Marpet, and more on the Security Weekly News. Visit https://www.securityweekly.com/swn for all the latest episodes! Show Notes: https://securityweekly.com/swn-486

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From Startup to IPO: Lessons from Q4 Inc's 18-Year Journey 54:57

28d ago54:57

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In this insightful episode of the Startup CEO Show, host Mark MacLeod sits down with Darrell Heaps, co-founder and CEO of Q4 Inc., to explore the fascinating 18-year journey of building a successful investor relations platform. Heaps shares his experiences navigating different stages of growth, from bootstrapping to venture funding, going public, a…

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AI Rewired: The Week That Shifted Everything (June 8-13, 2025) 12:05

1M ago12:05

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This podcast episode offers a deep dive into "Top AI News from June 8th-13th, 2025: The Week That Changed Everything," a period described as one of the most pivotal weeks in AI history12. Join us as we unpack the surprising moves made by major tech giants that are reshaping the landscape of artificial intelligence forever2. In this episode, we will…

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$200,000 Zoom Call, Microsoft, Zero-Click, China & HD With $649 million of Bitcoin - SWN #485 28:38

1M ago28:38

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This week we have, $200,000 Zoom Call, Microsoft Teams, INTERPOL, Zero-Click, Junk Food, China & Hard Drive With $649 million of Bitcoin. Visit https://www.securityweekly.com/swn for all the latest episodes! Show Notes: https://securityweekly.com/swn-485

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Overcoming Objections and Gaining Support for Your UX Strategy 5:29

30d ago5:29

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In the last email, I talked about presenting your UX vision to stakeholders and leadership. We looked at how to focus on the value you offer and how to tailor that message to your audience's specific needs. But, successfully driving through your strategy involves more than just a well-crafted presentation. It also needs a strategic approach when yo…

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Vixen Panda, NPM, Roundcube, IoT, 4Chan, Josh Marpet, and more... - SWN #484 32:23

1M ago32:23

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Vixen Panda, NPM, Roundcube, IoT, 4Chan, Josh Marpet, and more on the Security Weekly News. Visit https://www.securityweekly.com/swn for all the latest episodes! Show Notes: https://securityweekly.com/swn-484

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AI's Impact on Specialists: Why Generalists Will Thrive 38:33

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In this episode of the Startup CEO Show, host Mark MacLeod sits down with Casey Woo, founder of Operators Guild and Fog Ventures, to explore the evolving landscape of executive roles in the tech industry. Woo, a former military officer and six-time CFO, shares his unique perspective on how AI is reshaping the business world and creating new opportu…

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The Week That Changed Everything: June 1st-6th AI Unpacked 14:53

1M ago14:53

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Join us as we dive into the incredible pace of AI development from June 1st through 6th, 2025, a period described as feeling like watching a decade of progress compressed into a single week12. This episode breaks down the key events and their significant implications for all of us3. We explore the legal earthquake involving OpenAI, facing a court o…

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Elsa, Redline, ChaosRat, iMessage, Bladed Feline , Aaran Leyland, and More... - SWN #483 34:00

1M ago34:00

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Elsa, Redline, ChaosRat, iMessage, Bladed Feline , Aaran Leyland, and More on this episode of the Security Weekly News. Visit https://www.securityweekly.com/swn for all the latest episodes! Show Notes: https://securityweekly.com/swn-483

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Selling Your UX Vision: Make People Care 4:50

1M ago4:50

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In the last email, we talked about sketching out your UX strategy. Not a polished final document, but a draft that clarifies your direction and invites collaboration. But that strategy is only useful if people buy into it. And that means you now need to switch hats: from strategist to storyteller. That's what this week is all about: how to present …

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Bovril, Deranged, Crocodilus, Cartier, Jinx, Conti, Scattered Spider, Josh Marpet... - SWN #482 37:10

1M ago37:10

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Bovril, Deranged Hookworm, Crocodilus, Cartier, Jinx, Conti, Scattered Spider, Josh Marpet, and more on the Security Weekly News. Visit https://www.securityweekly.com/swn for all the latest episodes! Show Notes: https://securityweekly.com/swn-482

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Venture Capital Pitfalls: Insights from Rand Fishkin 52:13

1M ago52:13

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In this captivating episode of the Startup CEO Show, host Mark MacLeod sits down with Rand Fishkin, co-founder and CEO of SparkToro, for a candid conversation about entrepreneurship, venture capital, and building successful businesses. Rand, best known for founding Moz and his influential role in the SEO industry, shares invaluable insights from hi…

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Edge, Safari, CISO Pay and Loathing, Fake AI, ASUS, OneDrive, Manus, Aaran Leyland... - SWN #481 33:15

1M ago33:15

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Edge, Safari, CISO Pay and Loathing, Fake AI, ASUS, OneDrive, Manus, Aaran Leyland, and More on this episode of the Security Weekly News. Visit https://www.securityweekly.com/swn for all the latest episodes! Show Notes: https://securityweekly.com/swn-481

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Top Developments from May 25-30, 2025 – Investments, Agents, and Emergent Risks 23:44

1M ago23:44

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Step into the pivotal week of May 25-30, 2025, a period where AI truly shifted from experimental technology to critical infrastructure12. This episode unpacks the most significant developments that are reshaping how we work, build, and think about artificial intelligence23. We'll dive into the dramatic financial sector transformations, including JP…

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Before You Present to Management, Draft Your Strategy 7:53

1M ago7:53

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In the last lesson, I said we’d be talking next about how to present your ideas to management. But, jumping into that too soon could actually backfire. If you go to leadership now with nothing but frustrations and vague intentions, it’s likely to come across as a complaint. And that’s not what you’re aiming for. You're not there to moan about the s…

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AP Tests, Hyper-V, Notepad, Google, Nova Scotia, NHI, Bond, Josh Marpet, and more... - SWN #480 35:14

2M ago35:14

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AP Tests, Hyper-V, Notepad, Google, Nova Scotia, NHI, Bond, Josh Marpet, and more on the Security Weekly News. Visit https://www.securityweekly.com/swn for all the latest episodes! Show Notes: https://securityweekly.com/swn-480

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Building Relationships: The Key to Successful Company Acquisitions 52:41

2M ago52:41

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In this insightful episode of the Startup CEO Show, host Mark MacLeod sits down with Eli Portnoy, a serial entrepreneur with two successful exits under his belt. Portnoy shares his journey from his first venture to his current role as co-founder and CEO of BackEngine, offering a masterclass in navigating acquisitions and building thriving startups.…

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Keyboards, 3am, TikTok, LummaC2, Cityworks, Honeypots, Fancy Bear, Aaran Leyland... - SWN #479 33:37

2M ago33:37

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Keyboards, 3 am, TikTok, LummaC2, Cityworks, Honeypots, Fancy Bear, Aaran Leyland, and More, on this edition of the Security Weekly News. Visit https://www.securityweekly.com/swn for all the latest episodes! Show Notes: https://securityweekly.com/swn-479

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Auditing Your UX Resources: Making the Most of What You Have 3:23

2M ago3:23

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In previous lessons, we've discussed aligning your UX role with organizational goals and understanding your current position. Today, let’s explore the tangible resources you already have. Many UX leaders instinctively request more people, budget, or time. While there’s a place for such requests (which we'll cover later), effective UX leadership beg…

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WSL, Defendnot, Clippy, Crawlomatic, Take It Down, Pwn2Own, Aaran Leyland, and More.. - SWN #478 34:55

2M ago34:55

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WSL, Defendnot, Clippy, Crawlomatic, Take It Down, Pwn2Own, Aaran Leyland, and more on the Security Weekly News. Visit https://www.securityweekly.com/swn for all the latest episodes! Show Notes: https://securityweekly.com/swn-478

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AI's Impact on SaaS: Why Software is Changing Forever 52:11

2M ago52:11

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In this captivating episode of the Startup CEO Show, host Mark MacLeod sits down with Josh Pantony, co-founder and CEO of Boosted AI, to explore the cutting-edge world of artificial intelligence in finance. Josh, a veteran in the AI space, shares his journey from co-founding Maluva, an early competitor to Siri, to his current role revolutionizing W…

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AI on the Edge: Breakthroughs, Bans & Bots – Weekly AI Roundup (May 11–16, 2025) 18:14

2M ago18:14

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This week in AI was anything but quiet. OpenAI rolled out GPT-4.1 and a new coding agent, while Google DeepMind's AlphaEvolve cracked decades-old math puzzles and boosted efficiency. On the policy front, U.S. lawmakers proposed a controversial 10-year ban on state AI regulations, drawing fire from critics. Meanwhile, AI-powered impersonation threat…

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Steganography, RICO, CMMC, End of 10, AI is coming for you, Aaran Leyland and More... - SWN #477 33:54

2M ago33:54

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Steganography, RICO, CMMC, End of 10, AI is coming for you, Aaran Leyland and More, on this edition of the Security Weekly News. Visit https://www.securityweekly.com/swn for all the latest episodes! Show Notes: https://securityweekly.com/swn-477

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Baking UX into the DNA of Your Organization’s Strategy 6:28

2M ago6:28

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In the previous lesson, I asked you to take an initial look at your role, your resources, and your reach. Now, over the next three lessons, we're going to dive into those three areas in more detail, starting with your role and how it aligns with something much bigger: your organization's goals. Because if you want UX to be seen as more than a suppo…

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Deepfake, South Korea, Moonlander, ChineseAI, FBI, AI damages professional reputation - SWN #476 29:03

2M ago29:03

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Deepfake porn, South Korea, Operation Moonlander, Chinese AI, FBI, AI use damages professional reputation, Joshua Marpet and More Visit https://www.securityweekly.com/swn for all the latest episodes! Show Notes: https://securityweekly.com/swn-476

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Navigating Burnout and Building a Best Place to Work - with Craig Letton 49:42

2M ago49:42

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In this episode of the Startup CEO Show, Mark MacLeod sits down with Craig Letton, founder and CEO of alcohol marketing platform hyble, for a raw and honest discussion about entrepreneurship, burnout, and building a successful global business. Craig shares the remarkable story of how he took over his parents' small print shop in Scotland and transf…

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AI Power Moves: Meta's Billions, Google's Upgrades & the Global AI Race 16:14

2M ago16:14

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In this packed episode, we break down a whirlwind week of major developments in the AI world. Google expands its AI Mode with powerful new features and wider access, signaling a strategic push in the competitive search landscape. The 2025 Stanford AI Index Report reveals a dramatic acceleration in AI adoption, investment, and international governan…

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Sudo watch, AI Dreams, Kickidler, Powershool, Old Man Router, PSMU, Aaran Leyland... - SWN #475 33:52

2M ago33:52

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Sudo watch this show, Hallucinations, Kickidler, Powershool redux, Old Man Router, PSMU, Aaran Leyland, and More, on this edition of the Security Weekly News. Visit https://www.securityweekly.com/swn for all the latest episodes! Show Notes: https://securityweekly.com/swn-475

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Before We Charge Ahead, Let’s See Where We’re Standing 4:17

2M ago4:17

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Hi there, In Lesson 1 we travelled from Roman amphitheaters to modern apps and saw that user experience is not what many consider it to be and needs repositioning. In Lesson 2 I asked whether you’re ready to lead that charge inside your organization. Today we roll up our sleeves and start that journey. The UX Maturity Spectrum Organizations vary wi…

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Deepfake Porn Bots, Skype, dd, Venom Spider, CISA, IT Helpdesk, Rob Allen... - Rob Allen - SWN #474 36:47

2M ago36:47

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Deepfake Porn Bots, Skype, dd, Venom Spider, CISA, IT Helpdesk, Rob Allen, and more on the Security Weekly News. Segment Resources: https://cybersecuritynews.com/cyber-security-company-ceo-arrested/ This segment is sponsored by ThreatLocker. Visit https://www.securityweekly.com/threatlocker to learn more about them! Visit https://www.securityweekly…

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Athlete to Entrepreneur: PartnerStack Founder's Winning Mindset 54:49

2M ago54:49

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In this episode of the Startup CEO Show, Mark MacLeod sits down with Bryn Jones, co-founder and CEO of PartnerStack, to explore the world of B2B partnerships and scaling a successful SaaS company. As PartnerStack approaches its 10-year anniversary, Bryn shares valuable lessons from his journey as a competitive swimmer turned entrepreneur. He discus…

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AI on Fire: Meta’s New Moves, Google's Upgrades & the US-China Showdown 15:27

2M ago15:27

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Welcome back to The Deep Dive, your shortcut through the firehose of AI news. This week, we tackle a tidal wave of developments—from Meta’s big bet on standalone AI with Llama 4 and its new social chat experience, to Google’s expanding creative tools and search integrations. We also spotlight OpenAI’s latest tweaks (less psychopanty, more useful), …

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Security Weekly News Interviews Leaders of NECCDC competition - SWN #473 32:02

2M ago32:02

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Join us for a special in-person edition of the Security Weekly News! Visit https://www.securityweekly.com/swn for all the latest episodes! Show Notes: https://securityweekly.com/swn-473