EM360 Podcast

Ever wonder how search engines understand the difference between "apple," the fruit, and the tech company? It's all thanks to knowledge graphs! These robust and scalable databases map real-world entities and link them together based on their relationships. Imagine a giant web of information where everything is connected and easy to find. Knowledge graphs are revolutionizing how computers understand and process information, making it richer and more relevant to our needs. Ontotext is a leading provider of knowledge graph technology, offering a powerful platform to build, manage, and utilise knowledge graphs for your specific needs. Whether you're looking to enhance search capabilities, improve data analysis, or unlock new insights, Ontotext can help you leverage the power of connected information. In this episode of the EM360 Podcast, George Firican, Founder of LightsOnData, speaks to Sumit Pal, Strategic Technology Director at Ontotext, to discuss:

Gone are the days of merely safeguarding school computers! Censornet, a rising star in the tech industry, has undergone a remarkable transformation. From its roots as an internet security provider for educators, it has emerged as a trailblazing force in digital risk management. Today, Censornet offers a comprehensive suite of tools designed to confront the dynamic challenges of the digital landscape, ensuring a safer and more secure online environment for all. This evolution stems from recognising that traditional threats are no longer the sole concern. With the proliferation of Shadow IT, unauthorised applications and devices, and the rise of insider threats, organisations face a complex array of risks. In this episode of the EM360 Podcast, Jonathan Care, Advisor at Lionfish Tech Advisors, speaks to Gareth Lockwood, VP of Product at Censornet, to discuss:

The traditional data warehousing landscape is changing. The concept of private data cloud offers a compelling alternative to both cloud PaaS and traditional data warehousing. Imagine a secure, dedicated environment for your data, existing entirely within your organisation's control. Yellowbrick, a leader in private data cloud solutions, empowers businesses to leverage their data on their terms. Their Bring Your Own Cloud (BYOC) approach offers unmatched flexibility and control. You can deploy Yellowbrick anywhere your data needs to be—public cloud, private cloud, or even the network edge. This ensures compliance with regulations and keeps your data exactly where you want it and can bring down costs. In this episode of the EM360 Podcast, Wayne Eckerson, President of Eckerson Group, speaks to Mark Cusack, Chief Technology Officer of Yellowbrick, to discuss:

Amid the ever-evolving landscape of cyber threats, organisations are constantly challenged to ensure security. Conventional security methods are failing to keep up with the escalating volume and sophistication of attacks. By implementing Managed Detection and Response (MDR) with automation, Security Operations Centers (SOCs) can optimise workflows, augment analyst capabilities, and significantly enhance the organisation's overall cybersecurity defences. Palo Alto Networks offers comprehensive MDR services, leveraging its threat intelligence and cutting-edge technology expertise. Unit 42, its esteemed threat intelligence team, is crucial in providing valuable insights into emerging threats and trends, empowering organisations to stay ahead of malicious actors. In this episode of the EM360 Podcast, Richard Stiennon, Chief Research Analyst at IT-Harvest, speaks to Ophir Karako, Software Engineer (Unit 42) at Palo Alto Networks, to discuss: Interested in learning more about XSOAR and Palo Alto Networks? You can find some additional resources below: Enloe Medical Center Strengthens Its Security Posture and Improves Efficiency With Unit 42 MDRUnit 42 Managed Detection and Response Service DatasheetA Practical Guide to Deploying SecOps Automation Chapters 00:00 - Introduction and Background 00:57 - MDR Services at Palo Alto Networks 03:20 - Automation in Operations 04:16 - Automating Data Enrichment 05:13 - Intellectual Property Playbooks and Scripts 05:41 - Customized Reports for Customers 06:10 - Automated Threat Response 07:08 - Insights and Lessons Learned from Automation 07:37 - Benefits of Automation for SOC Analysts 08:06 - Collaboration with Product Experts 09:04 - Treating Automation as a CI/CD Process 10:01 - The Future of Automation in Cybersecurity 12:51 - Automation and Job Security for SOC Analysts 14:20 - Cortex XSOAR: Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response Platform 15:46 - Unit 42 MDR Service 16:16 - Conclusion

The data analysis landscape is on the precipice of a paradigm shift. Generative AI (GenAI) promises revolutionary insights, but traditional systems struggle to feed its insatiable appetite for well-structured data. Imagine GenAI as a high-powered engine – it needs meticulously organised fuel to reach its full potential. In this episode of the EM360 Podcast, Analyst Christina Stathopoulos guides Deborah Leff (CRO at SQream) and Jason Hardy (CTO, AI at Hitachi Vantara) as they dissect: This episode goes beyond theory, exploring real-world examples (like a company querying a staggering 64 quadrillion rows) It showcases the potential for SQream and Hitachi Vantara to empower organisations to make data-driven decisions with unprecedented speed and accuracy.

The SolarWinds breach exposed vulnerabilities within DevSecOps practices, sending shockwaves through the tech world. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) indictment against SolarWinds further emphasised the gravity of the situation, alleging the company misled investors by failing to disclose these vulnerabilities and the subsequent breach adequately. This lack of transparency raises crucial questions about accountability and risk management in the mobile app development landscape, pushing organisations to re-evaluate their DevSecOps practices and prioritise robust security measures throughout the entire development lifecycle. In this episode of the EM360 Podcast, Head of Podcast Production Paulina Rios Maya speaks to Richard Stiennon, Chief Research Analyst at IT-Harvest, and Tom Tovar, CEO and Co-Creator of Appdome, to discuss:

The fight against cybercrime is a never-ending battle. Firewalls and antivirus software, our traditional defences, are like trusty shields—good against basic attacks but not enough. Advanced attackers can slip through the cracks, exploiting new weaknesses or mimicking harmless traffic. Thus, businesses are exposed and face potential data breaches, financial ruin, and damaged reputations. That's where Advanced Threat Intelligence (ATI) comes in – a game-changer in the cybersecurity arsenal. Unlike our old shields, ATI offers real-time intel on the latest threats, how attackers operate, and their ever-evolving tactics. Recognising the limitations of traditional security solutions, Radware goes beyond basic shields. Imagine a high-powered watchtower constantly scanning the digital horizon, identifying threats before they strike. In this episode of the EM360 Podcast, Analyst Jonathan Care speaks to Arik Atar, Senior Threat Intelligence Researcher at Radware, to discuss:

Cloud-native is the new gold rush for businesses seeking speed, efficiency, and innovation. But are you getting the most out of your investment? Legacy troubleshooting and observability tools can be hidden anchors, dragging down your developers' productivity. The result? You're not reaping the full benefits of cloud-native, and your competitors are leaving you in the dust. Chronosphere, a leader in modern observability, can empower your developers and unlock the true potential of cloud-native. Buckle up and get ready to discover how observability can become your secret weapon for unleashing developer agility and innovation. In this episode of the EM360 Podcast, VP of Research at Eckerson Group, Kevin Petrie speaks to Ian Smith, Field CTO at Chronosphere, to discuss:

SaaS applications are the backbone of digital enterprises around the world. But with so many SaaS businesses out there, simply having a feature-rich product is no longer enough to keep your users happy and grow your business. In an increasingly crowded SaaS market, a smooth, intuitive user experience is what sets SaaS products apart. Businesses not only need to craft an exceptional user experience (UX) but also a User Interface (UI) design that makes your UX as seamless as possible. But what does an effective UX and UI design even look like today? And how are emerging technologies like AI and machine learning transforming what users expect from a SaaS UX and UI design? In this episode of the EM360 podcast, Matt Harris speaks to Jatin Leuva, CEO and UX Strategist at Tcules, to discuss:

The cloud revolutionised how businesses operate, but managing dynamic, complex environments presents new and unique challenges. While digital transformation has brought significant benefits, the reality is that organisations now require innovative solutions to effectively navigate intricate, hybrid, multi-cloud environments. Evolven Software, driven by a mission to simplify complexity and mitigate risk, empowers large organisations to overcome the challenges of governing extensive hybrid ecosystems. By harnessing the power of AI/ML, Evolven enables a more secure, streamlined, and efficient cloud journey with fewer outages or compliance gaps. In this episode of the EM360 Podcast, industry veteran Tom Croll, advisor at Lionfish Tech Advisors, speaks to Sasha Gilenson, Founder and CEO of Evolven Software, to discuss:

Intelligent document processing (IDP) is a technology-driven approach that automates document processing and extraction of valuable information. While handling structured data is considerably straightforward, processing and analyzing unstructured data is laborious. IDP equips users with the ability to process a multitude of document types, including PDFs, spreadsheets, and Word documents, among others. IDP platforms offer a powerful solution that streamlines data extraction from these documents by eliminating the need for any manual intervention. The extracted data, when integrated, enables you to make reliable decisions and improve business efficiency. In this episode of the EM360 Podcast, Analyst Christina Stathopoulos speaks to Jay Mishra, COO at Astera, to discuss: Find out more about Astera’s unified, no-code data management platform here.

From the rise of generative AI to the EU AI Act, it’s been a particularly explosive year in the AI and ML space. With most industry surveys pointing to bringing in some form of AI as the biggest priority for companies looking to level up their tech stack in 2024 - what challenges and trends need to be addressed before creating and honing that MLOps strategy? In this episode of the EM360 Podcast, Head of Content Matt Harris speaks to Yaron Haviv, Founder and CTO at Iguazio (recently acquired by McKinsey) as they discuss:

Austin Kronz is the Director of Data Strategy at Atlan, a modern data workspace enabling better collaboration between diverse users like businesses, analysts and engineers - creating higher efficiency and agility in data projects. The current world of data and AI is fast-moving - particularly when it comes to empowering companies and data leaders to ensure they’re set up correctly. But what are some of the key trends that are really shaping what we’re seeing today? And how can you ensure that your data is ready for AI? In this episode of the EM360 Podcast, Matt Harris speaks to Austin as they discuss:

Companies are evolving their approaches to managing content collaboration lifecycles, integrating security measures, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. The importance of enterprise file storage especially highlights a shift toward adopting standards from public cloud ecosystems and modernising on-premises applications. In this episode of the EM360 Podcast, Analyst Zeus Kerravala speaks to Jason Dover, CPO at FileCloud, as they discuss:

Prof. Steven van Belleghem is an international speaker, EM360 partnered analyst and one of the world’s leading experts in customer experience. He helps the likes of Disney, Booking.com and Microsoft to develop their CX strategies by incorporating the latest technologies. He is also a highly sought-after presenter and commentator, recently sharing a stage with Barack Obama. In today’s episode of the EM360 Podcast, Head of Content Matt Harris speaks to Steven as they discuss:

Automated Security Validation. Involving tools, scripts and platforms to emulate true-to-life attacks, Automated Security Validation is a key part of assessing the readiness of the security infrastructure and guiding prioritized remediation. But how does this implementation of automation really work to empower human expertise? How does all of this relate to compliance? And what words of wisdom can be given for those looking to level up their security strategy in 2024? In this episode of the EM360 Podcast, Analyst Jonathan Care speaks to Thomas Pore, Director of Product Marketing at Pentera, as they discuss:

Generative AI is changing the world of customer service. From deflection and reducing agent headcount using virtual agents/chatbots, or using automation to reduce handle time and after-call work, a lot of the conversation about generative AI in the customer service space has been centred around cost reduction. But what are some of the more exciting, emerging use cases for AI in the space? And what key challenges can be solved? In this episode of the EM360 Podcast, Analyst Zeus Kerravala speaks to Ping Wu, CEO at Cresta, to discuss:

Kevin Lee is the Chief Digital Officer, Consumer at BT Group. Responsible for the overall vision and strategy for all digital products and services across BT’s consumer brands, Kevin works across the UK’s biggest brands including BT, EE and Plusnet. In this role, Kevin oversees a team of product, digital strategy, design, research, and engineering creators to drive innovation and deliver great products to extend BT’s market leadership and surprise and delight millions of customers. Kevin has a long track record of digital leadership, including roles at eBay, PayPal, Visa, Samsung, Whirlpool and GE Healthcare, in the UK, US, Italy, Korea and beyond. He’s passionate about tackling challenging business and customer problems, working with brilliant growth mindset teams, and driving impact for the customers whose lives are touched by the products and services he and his teams deliver. In this episode of the EM360 Podcast, Head of Content Matt Harris speaks to Kevin about:

It seems like VPN products are consistently the initial access vectors for ransomware groups and targetted attacks. This was demonstrated in the recent Ivanti Connect Secure zero-day vulnerabilities, as well as Cisco when they admitted last year that Akira Ransomware was specifically targeting their VPNs. But what is the real problem with VPNs - and are they vulnerable by design? How do they fit into wider security architectures and strategies? In this episode of the EM360 Podcast, Analyst Richard Stiennon speaks to Benny Lakunishok, Co-Founder and CEO of Zero Networks, to discuss:

Data movement. The art and science behind moving data through the power of technology. An essential part of how modern businesses operate, the movement of data can encompass the replication, synchronisation and effective storage of company data. But what data movement challenges and obstacles are hurting the way that companies utilise their data? How will the data movement space look over the next 5 years? And what key pieces of advice can be given to those looking to level up their data movement? In this episode of the EM360 Podcast, Head of Content Matt Harris speaks to Harry Carr, Chairman and CEO at Vcinity, to discuss: