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AI can track you. Right now. | Ep. 232 Jun 10, 2025

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They don’t need to hack you. They just need Google — and AI. Your home. Your phone number. Your family’s names. The layout of your living room. In 2025, this isn’t private. It’s searchable — and artificial intelligence is turning casual creepers into digital predators in minutes. In this chilling episode of Today in Tech, host Keith Shaw is joined by Chris Wingfield of 360 Privacy, a former military intelligence officer turned digital defense expert. Together, they expose how AI-powered profiling tools can find everything about you using only public data — and how the line between online data and real-world danger has all but vanished. :bomb: This is the end of privacy: AI can now find your house, schedule, and even what’s in your closet Stalkers and scammers are automating their attacks — no skills needed Your photos, reviews, LinkedIn, Zillow listings? All being used against you Data brokers are making billions selling your life What you must do now to protect your company, family and yourself This is your wake-up call. If you have a digital footprint, you're a target. And the worst part? AI never sleeps. It’s faster than law enforcement, smarter than scammers, and learning everything about you. :skull: Watch this episode. Then take action. :firecracker: Comment if you’ve felt exposed online. :octagonal_sign: Subscribe — before it’s too late. #AI #PrivacyCrisis #DigitalThreats #CyberStalking #AIProfiling #ChrisWingfield #TodayInTech

Why most leaders fail in a crisis — and how to fix it | Ep. 231 Jun 03, 2025

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Being in a leadership role today is no easy task. With nonstop challenges coming from all directions—technology, global events, workplace culture shifts—it can feel like you're constantly being pulled in opposite directions.

In this episode of Today in Tech, Keith Shaw talks with Robert Siegel, Stanford lecturer and author of The Systems Leader, about how managers and executives can lead more effectively during turbulent times. Drawing from real-world examples and research, Robert shares a new leadership approach built for today’s fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

You’ll hear stories from leaders at companies like Nike, Box, and 23andMe—and learn how they manage competing demands like:

Delivering results while also driving innovation

Balancing global strategy with local needs

Showing strength without losing empathy

Keeping up with internal goals and external expectations

Whether you’re a CEO, a CIO, or managing a team for the first time, this conversation will give you a fresh, practical perspective on what modern leadership really requires.

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#Leadership #WorkplaceCulture #SystemsThinking #ManagementTips #TechIndustry #StanfordGSB #BusinessStrategy #ModernLeadership #TodayInTech

“The smartphone is dead”? Why tech titans might be wrong | Ep. 230 May 27, 2025

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Everyone from Elon Musk to Mark Zuckerberg is declaring the end of the smartphone era — but is it hype or reality? On this episode of Today in Tech, Keith Shaw is joined by IDC analyst Ramon Llamas to explore whether smart glasses, earbuds, AI pins, or even brain implants will really replace your smartphone. From the rise of AR/VR wearables to the limitations of AI assistants, we dig into what’s coming, what’s hype, and why your phone isn’t going anywhere — yet. 🔍 Topics covered: • Smartphone death predictions: fad or fact? • Apple’s role in shaping the future of mobile • Meta’s AR glasses, Neuralink implants, and the AI pin • Foldables vs. wearables: what comes next? • Why the smartphone still dominates • Privacy concerns and the “creepy” factor of smart glasses • What’s real, what’s gimmick, and what’s actually useful 📌 Subscribe for weekly tech insights: AI, mobile trends, enterprise tech, and more. 👇 Drop a comment: What would it take for YOU to give up your smartphone? #Smartphones #ARGlasses #TodayInTech #ElonMusk #Apple #Meta #AI #Wearables #FutureTech #TechTrends #Neuralink #IDCanalysis Follow TECH(talk) for the latest tech news and discussion!

Will synthetic data shape the future of AI training? | Ep. 229 May 20, 2025

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As the demand for high-quality training data continues to surge, synthetic data is emerging as a game-changing tool in the world of AI development. But is it the silver bullet enterprises need—or a potential minefield of risks? In this episode of Today in Tech, host Keith Shaw sits down with Alexius Wronka, CTO of Data and Growth at Invisible Technologies, to explore the advantages, limitations, and ethical challenges of using synthetic data to train large language models (LLMs) and enterprise AI systems. :mag: Topics Covered: What exactly is synthetic data? Key benefits vs. human-generated data Use cases in healthcare, autonomous vehicles, and enterprise AI Dangers of model overfitting and data hallucination Synthetic content, explainability, and detection tools The Matrix analogy: Are we training AI inside simulations? :point_right: Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes of Today in Tech! #SyntheticData #AITraining #InvisibleTechnologies #AlexiusWronka #TodayInTech #KeithShaw #EnterpriseAI #GenerativeAI #TechPodcast

How AI image generators are changing art and creativity | Ep. 228 May 13, 2025

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Artificial intelligence tools like ChatGPT and DALL·E are rapidly transforming how we create images, tell stories, and even build entire comic books. In this episode of Today in Tech, Keith Shaw sits down with Michael Todasco — an AI advisor, creative technologist, and visiting fellow at San Diego State University — to examine the explosive growth of AI image generators and the big questions they raise.

Tadasco shares real-world classroom experiences showing how fast AI models evolve, explains how new image generation features are unlocking new forms of creativity, and discusses the legal and ethical issues around AI-generated art styles like Studio Ghibli and Disney characters. The conversation also covers how AI is being used to make pitch decks, logo designs, and slide presentations — sparking a debate about what jobs might be impacted next.

:pushpin: Key topics in this episode:

The rapid evolution of AI image creation tools

Real classroom examples of model improvements

The viral Studio Ghibli trend and copyright concerns

Creating comics and slideshows with AI-generated visuals

Future creative careers in the age of AI

:art: Whether you're a designer, writer, educator, or just curious about the future of creative work, this episode offers insights on where AI is heading—and what it means for human imagination.

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#AIArt #ImageGeneration #MichaelTadasco #ChatGPT #CopyrightAI #TodayInTech #KeithShaw #CreativityAndAI #Dalle3 #OpenAI #TechTrends

Chatbots are out, AI agents are in: The future of customer service | Ep. 227 May 06, 2025

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Generative AI is transforming customer service — but are companies ready? In this episode of Today in Tech, Keith Shaw talks with Glenn Nethercutt, CTO at Genesys, about the rise of AI-powered chatbots, agent copilots, and the shift toward empathetic, agentic AI in CX. From IVRs that frustrate to AI agents that anticipate your needs, we explore how companies are reimagining customer experiences.

:small_blue_diamond: Where companies fall on the 0–5 scale of AI-powered CX

:small_blue_diamond: Why "chatbot" is becoming a dirty word

:small_blue_diamond: How AI copilots improve customer and employee satisfaction

:small_blue_diamond: The surprising ROI of generative AI in customer service

:small_blue_diamond: What’s coming next: empathetic agents and full automation

If you're exploring how AI is reshaping the customer journey — from automation to augmentation to agentic orchestration — don’t miss this deep dive.

:brain: #AIinCustomerService #GenerativeAI #CX #Genesys #TodayInTech #AgenticAI #CustomerExperience #KeithShaw

How Insider Threats Are Evolving in 2025 | Ep. 226 Apr 29, 2025

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Insider threats are no longer just about disgruntled employees. In 2025, threat actors are recruiting from within—sometimes using underground "job boards" to find insiders willing to sell credentials, plant malware, or steal data. In this episode of Today in Tech, host Keith Shaw talks with Ryan LaSalle, CEO of Nisos, about how insider threats are evolving and how companies can detect and prevent them.

:mag: Topics covered:

How North Korean IT workers infiltrated U.S. companies remotely

The rise of “polyworking” and fraudulent employment scams

Real-world examples of sabotage and credential brokering

Warning signs of insider threats: mental health, financial duress, disengagement

Why remote and hybrid work has made detection harder

Balancing employee trust with cybersecurity monitoring

:loudspeaker: Don’t miss this important discussion if you work in InfoSec, HR, or IT management.

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#Cybersecurity #InsiderThreats #RemoteWork #ITSecurity #TodayInTech #Nisos #KeithShaw #RyanLaSalle #Infosec #DataBreach #WorkplaceSecurity

Is your data already gone? Fighting back against Big Tech & hackers | Ep. 225 Apr 22, 2025

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Can individuals and organizations still take control of their data — or has the privacy battle already been lost?

In this episode of Today in Tech, host Keith Shaw is joined by Ron DeJesus, Field Chief Privacy Officer at Transcend (formerly with Grindr and Tinder), to explore the evolving challenges of data privacy, corporate surveillance, and cyber threats.

Topics discussed include:

The long-term impact of data collection by Big Tech and hackers

Why seemingly harmless apps request access to sensitive data

Consumer rights under state privacy laws — and how to exercise them

The potential (and risks) of AI in managing personal data

Whether it’s still feasible to “go off the grid” in today’s connected world

The growing role of transparency, regulation, and digital hygiene

Ron shares expert insights based on years of operational experience in privacy, offering actionable advice for both individuals and businesses looking to navigate a more complex digital landscape.

If you care about digital rights, data security, and where privacy is headed, this is an essential conversation.

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#DataPrivacy #CyberSecurity #TodayInTech #KeithShaw #RonDeJesus #Transcend #AIPrivacy #ConsumerRights #BigTech #DigitalSecurity #TikTokPrivacy #DarkWeb #BraveBrowser #SignalApp #ApplePrivacy #TechPodcast

Marc Benioff: Why 2025 Will Be the Year of AI Agents | Ep. 224 Apr 17, 2025

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Is AI about to cause the biggest workplace disruption in 25 years? In this episode of Today in Tech, host Keith Shaw sits down with Salesforce Chair and CEO Marc Benioff to explore the rise of AI agents—and how they’re already transforming major companies like Singapore Airlines, Disney, Lennar, and Pandora.

Marc shares insights from his recent global travels, real-world use cases of Salesforce AgentForce, and why AI agents go far beyond ChatGPT-style tools. From multi-language support in seconds to revenue-driving personalization, this conversation uncovers how digital agents are reshaping the future of work, healthcare, and customer experience.

:mag: Topics Covered:

Why AI agents are bigger than generative AI

Real-world enterprise use cases (Disney, Lennar, Singapore Airlines, etc.)

The economic model behind agentic AI

Job loss vs. reskilling debate

AI’s future in medicine and customer service

What’s next for Salesforce and AI innovation

:brain: “Technology isn’t good or bad—it’s what we do with it,” says Benioff, reflecting on 26 years of Salesforce innovation.

:tv: Don’t miss this in-depth and honest discussion about the future of AI, enterprise technology, and what it means for businesses and workers alike.

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#MarcBenioff #AIagents #Salesforce #TodayInTech #KeithShaw #AgenticAI #EnterpriseAI #AI2025 #DigitalTransformation #TechInterview #GenerativeAI #AIinBusiness #OpenAI #ChatGPT #AgentForce #AIJobs #Reskilling #FutureOfWork

Why companies keep pouring money into failing AI projects | Ep. 223 Apr 08, 2025

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Generative AI is hot—but are companies wasting their money? 🤖💸

Host Keith Shaw dives into surprising new findings with Brett Roscoe (Informatica) and Blake Andrews (Independent Financial). A global survey of top data leaders reveals that many generative AI projects are "stuck in the mud," yet budgets keep growing.

👀 What’s behind the disconnect—and will it continue in 2025?

👉 In this episode:

Why AI projects are failing to deliver
What data leaders are really saying
Whether AI investment is still worth it

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#ArtificialIntelligence #GenerativeAI #AIBudget #TechTrends #Informatica #DataLeadership #AIProjects #KeithShaw #AIsurvey #FutureOfAI

Google rolls out cheaper AI model as industry scrutinizes costs

https://www.infoworld.com/article/3818503/google-rolls-out-cheaper-ai-model-as-industry-scrutinizes-costs.html

Nearly one in three genAI projects will be scrapped

https://www.computerworld.com/article/3478532/nearly-one-in-three-genai-projects-will-be-scrapped.html

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