Finding Genius Podcast

Heroic.com specializes in cybersecurity. According to CEO Chad Bennett, most people only think of anti-virus programs when they think of cybersecurity. Chad states that anti-virus programs are only one method of many that are used in a truly effective cybersecurity program. The team at Heroic.com are experts in cybersecurity, artificial intelligence and blockchain. They combine the three into a cybersecurity application that can protect the data of the average person.

Evident Proof is a blockchain, Ethereum and token-based service that turns data into immutable proof of evidence chains. They aim to deliver immutable data, provenance and proof services to businesses and enable proof and provenance services to individuals. Many organizations worldwide are increasingly required to justify and verify their data activities. This includes operational data management and data events for compliance, risk verification, business reporting and various other due diligence purposes.

Syscoin: Syscoin is a revolutionary cryptocurrency that offers near zero-cost financial transactions like Bitcoin and provides businesses with the infrastructure to trade goods, assets, digital certificates and data securely. Syscoin isn't just about money and trading, it has the ability to attract all business types thanks to its native set of features geared towards the financial sector. From eBay traders and High Street shops to selling that one item that you couldn't even give away at your garage sale. Blockchain Foundry: Blockchain Foundry's mission is to disrupt markets by leveraging the potential of blockchain technology. They eliminate middlemen, clearing houses, and other such mechanisms that can lead to errors, security breaches, or negatively affect your bottom line. This type of technology is critical in markets where a one minute supply chain inefficiency can lead to massive revenue losses.

Former editor of PC Magazine and former Editor in Chief of FamilyPC, veteran tech journalist, Robin Raskin, joins us to offer her expertise on raising kidsin a digital time. Good or bad, computers and phones in all forms are having a huge impact on the youth of today. Infants to children are exposed every day to different forms technology and information from Google research, Facebook, YouTube and artificial intelligence platforms just to call out a few. Kids are now able to become creators, programmers, artists, you name it. Basic computer and tech skills are almost a prerequisite now for any child entering school, let alone the expectations for those leaving high school and college. In this discussion, Raskin explains it is important that our youth understand and can adequately use all of these platforms. As the old saying goes, "With great power, comes great responsibility". The same couldn't be more true when it comes to accessing and implementing the knowledge gained from technology. Currently Raskin is involved in the Consumer Electronics Show (CSE) where she is focused on exploring technology for the entire family. She examines the benefits and challenges with regards to Smarthomes and the IoT. She looks at issues ranging from whether we should be tracking our children electronically to looking at major toy companies joining the field of AI and what that means for your children's experiences. This in-depth discussion with Raskin is a great reminder for all of us, to take another look at the benefits and potential negative aspects to technology in our homes and where we are headed in the future.

Self-described Genomics Ninja Jedi, Ardy Arianpour, is now CEO & Co-Founder at Seqster, a consumer driven healthcare technology platform. They are using AI to allow people to aggregate their electronic health, genomics and fitness records so they and family members can view it and use the information as needed. In this interview, Arianpour discusses why this advancement is so important to the healthcare industry and how it is being used. We've all been there. You are desperately scrambling to track down and consolidate your very own medical records. You're spending countless hours online and on the phone, only to end up at a dead-end or with any luck, a mess of information. Seqster's ground-breaking platform aims to solve this problem. The platform allows consumers to access and gather their medical and fitness data all in one place, creating a multi-generational health record. In addition to your family having access to your health records and progress during your lifetime, your doctor can also easily access the most accurate and current information – ensuring the most appropriate and timely care is being administered. Much like having all of your financial information in one place, Seqster believes having better and more health data in one spot, ultimately leads to a better overall healthcare experience. Join us for a fascinating discussion, as Arianpour details how Seqster is changing the world of healthcare as we know it. Bio: Ardy Arianpour is CEO & Co-Founder of Seqster, the first consumer driven healthcare technology platform that utilizes A.I. to enable individuals to aggregate their EHR, genomics and fitness data in one place and share with their family creating a multi-generational health record. Ardy is a visionary genomics executive and serial entrepreneur in the biotech industry. Prior to starting Seqster, Ardy launched several clinical and consumer-based genetic tests as CCO of Pathway Genomics, and SVP of Ambry Genetics that sold to Konica for $1B in 2017. He is one of the main architects in launching the first commercial clinical exome sequencing test in 2011, establishing the value of next-gen sequencing in the clinic. As a key player in the 2013 landmark SCOTUS decision scrapping gene patents, Ardy played an instrumental role in expanding genetic testing access with the launch of BRCA testing benefiting patients and family members across the country. Ardy received his BS in Biological Sciences from UC Irvine and an MBA from Marshall Goldsmith School of Management.

Wi-Charge delivers freedom from power outlets and battery changes. Using safe invisible light, their products provide enough power to charge a phone across a room. With Wi-Charge, mobile and IoT devices appear to charge autonomously. Power is delivered using safe, focused, beams of invisible infrared light. Transmitters connect to a standard power source and deliver power to nearby receivers. Receivers use a miniature photovoltaic cell to convert transmitted light into electrical power. Receivers can be embedded in mobile devices or connected into an existing charging port. Transmitters automatically identify chargeable devices and discover their power requirements. Several devices can charge at the same time. Power priority is based on power requirements, battery level and other parameters.

Tech Bureau provides cryptographic currency and blockchain technology using exchange API to handle currency encryption. CEO Tom Beno and Chief Product Officer Nate D'amico discuss their COMSA ICO platform. They share the reasons it's needed to streamline the ICO process. They also discuss the Tech Bureau philosophy of being more proactive than reactive when it comes to regulators.

CEO and founder Janice Taylor began her tech career by creating safe, inviting spaces for people to connect online. Mazu is a social media platform with the mission to awaken families with love. By focusing on core values the platform provides a safe, fun environment for children to learn how to navigate the online social media landscape. Sports teams and brands use Mazu as a secure channel, to connect with fans and their kids, celebrating common interests and sharing content. Professional leagues such as the NHL, NBA, and MLS have joined the movement, leveraging Mazu's platform as their core engagement strategy for families.

Records Keeper, founder and CEO Toshendra Sharma joins future Tech Podcast to discuss his company. Records Keeper is a decentralized public ledger technology (Blockchain) to add trust, audit-ability, & verifiability to any type of enterprise data & records. Records Keeper works as a decentralized middleware or database between storage layer & service layer to ensure verifiability and integrity of data. The whole solution works on existing enterprise infrastructure through a peer-to-peer network. Technology can be used as either private Blockchain (on-premise) or public Blockchain (open peer-to-peer) network for open & transparent record keeping.

Jessica Higgins JD MBA BB and CMO for Digits joins host Juliet Lemar on Future Tech Podcast to share her unique and positive outlook for the crypto world. Digits technology allows the consumer to use their credit or debit card in exactly the same way he or she does today with one critical difference; when the consumer pays with a credit or debit card registered with Digits, payment is made with cryptocurrency instead of fiat currency. Merchants do not need to change any process in order to accept cryptocurrencies via Digits. The settlement times, processes, and fees, are exactly the same as they experience today. They can enable cryptocurrency without any additional merchant account or agreement. Digits does not issue any cards. Payments with your crypto currency are made easy by giving you the ability to choose crypto as an option for payment anywhere, anytime, any place.