Business of Tech: Daily 10-Minute IT Services Insights
MSP Radio
In 10 minutes daily, The Business of Tech delivers the latest IT services and MSP-focused news and commentary. Curated to stories that matter with commentary answering 'Why Do We Care?', channel veteran Dave Sobel brings you up to speed and provides resources to go deeper. With insights and analysis, this focused podcast focuses on the knowledge you need to be effective, profitable, and relevant.
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Nov 2, 2023 • 12min
Thu Nov-2-2023: Why Providers Must Take AI Lead, The AI Copyright Battle, Weight Loss Drugs
Discussing the importance of ethical AI stewardship and the need for providers to build public trust, the recent collaboration of tech giants for AI safety, the ongoing AI copyright battle, and why Managed Service Providers (MSPs) should care about weight loss drugs.
Nov 1, 2023 • 11min
Wed Nov-1-2023: Global AI Reg, SEC investigates SolarWinds; Intuit, Microsoft, ConnectWise, Cyberfox
Global AI safety agreements, SEC investigation into SolarWinds, tech updates on Intuit's bill pay, Microsoft's co-pilot, and more MSP-centric news discussed in this episode of the Business of Tech podcast.
Oct 31, 2023 • 12min
Tue Oct-31-2023: Analyzing White House's AI Executive Order, AR+VR Moves, G7 moves on Ransomware
Dave Sobel analyzes the White House's new executive order on AI, international regulatory initiatives on AI and ransomware, and the latest developments in AR, VR, and the right to repair.
Oct 30, 2023 • 11min
Mon Oct-30-2023: Tech Earnings Roundup, Octo Tempest – new MSP threat, and Preview the AI exec order
Microsoft reports strong Q1 2024 results with 13% revenue growth driven by AI investments. Azure sees a 29% YoY revenue increase. GitHub Copilot gains 1 million users. Enterprise spending drives cloud growth. Octo Tempest threatens managed service providers. Biden's 100-page executive order focuses on AI.
Oct 28, 2023 • 21min
How AI has transformed an investor and author's workflow with Alysia Silberg
Investor and author Alysia Silberg talks about her book 'Unemployable: How AI Transformed My Work and My Life' and the impact of AI in the business world. She shares her personal experience with AI as a partner and emphasizes the importance of curiosity. The podcast also explores the challenges in AI implementation and discusses the merger between Eureka Process and Gazenta.
Oct 26, 2023 • 14min
Thu Oct-26-2023: Supply Chain Breakdowns, When Robots Go Wrong, Phishing Threats and Fraud Detection
Topics include a security breach at Okta, challenges faced by defense contractors in cybersecurity, AI's dual edges in phishing threats and fraud detection, lessons learned from a campus prank involving robots, and the strategic choices businesses must make in the age of AI and automation.
Oct 25, 2023 • 12min
Hyperscale Data Centers and Windows 12, Amazon & Microsoft 365, Stanford's Transparency Model
Explore the future of IT with topics including hyperscale data centers, Windows 11 adoption, Amazon embracing Microsoft 365, Stanford's transparency model for AI, and the importance of safety audits for AI models.
Oct 24, 2023 • 12min
Tue Oct-24-2023: Cybersecurity Talent Gap and Funding, Okta's Breach Response, Amazon and Microsoft's Fight Against Tech Support Fraud
Dave Sobel discusses the cybersecurity talent gap and funding landscape, the scrutiny faced by Okta in their breach response, the collaboration between Amazon and Microsoft in combating tech support fraud, and the latest offerings in cloud and network management.
Oct 23, 2023 • 13min
Mon Oct-23-2023: 2024 vs 2025: Debate on AI Adoption, New York City's AI Action Plan, AI In football
Discusses slow adoption of AI and its impact on IT spending. Organizations investing in broader AI and automation strategies. Growing market for MSP products. Intersection of AI, healthcare, and football highlighted.
Oct 21, 2023 • 23min
Exploring the Intersection of Technology and Ethics with Brian Beckcom
Computer scientist, philosopher, trial lawyer, and podcast host, Brian Beckcom, discusses the intersection of technology and ethics. Topics include the use of large language models in legal practice, challenges faced by lawyers in adopting technology, and the unanswered questions surrounding AI and technology in businesses.
