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Tech Talks Daily

If every company is now a tech company and digital transformation is a journey rather than a destination, how do you keep up with the relentless pace of technological change? Every day, Tech Talks Daily brings you insights from the brightest minds in tech, business, and innovation, breaking down complex ideas into clear, actionable takeaways. Hosted by Neil C. Hughes, Tech Talks Daily explores how emerging technologies such as AI, cybersecurity, cloud computing, fintech, quantum computing,

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24:59

Why Data Governance Should Come Before AI According...

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2026/07/04

What if the biggest obstacle to successful AI adoption isn't the technology at all, but the state of your data and the way work gets done inside your business? In this episode, I speak with Jim Spignardo, Director of Cloud Strategy & AI Enablement at ProArch, about why so many AI initiatives struggle to deliver lasting value and what business leaders should be doing before deploying the next AI tool. After more than 25 years working across networking, cloud, cybersecurity, and enterprise technology,

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21:46

Building Better Remote Teams with AI and Lessons from...

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2026/07/03

What if the biggest advantage of building a global team has very little to do with reducing costs? In today's episode, I speak with Nicolas Bivero, CEO of Penbrothers, about what it really takes to build high-performing distributed teams in an AI-driven world. Having spent decades working across Asia and helping businesses build remote teams in the Philippines, Nicolas offers a refreshingly practical perspective on hiring, culture, leadership, and why execution matters far more than simply moving

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39:32

Building Citizen Services for the Age of Agentic AI...

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2026/07/02

Have public sector organizations reached the point where AI is no longer an experiment but an operational necessity? In this episode, I welcome Carmen Taglienti, CTO of Insight Public Sector, to discuss why AI is moving beyond chatbots and pilots to become part of the everyday workflows that support government services. As budgets tighten and expectations continue to rise, public sector teams are under pressure to deliver more for citizens without increasing resources. Carmen explains why this

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25:54

DigiCert on Why PKI Has Become the Foundation of AI...

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2026/07/01

What keeps the digital world running safely behind the scenes, and why are so many organizations only now discovering that one of their most important security foundations is becoming increasingly difficult to manage? In this episode, I sit down with Lakshmi Hanspal, Chief Trust Officer at DigiCert, to demystify Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) and explain why it quietly powers almost every secure digital interaction we rely on each day. From online banking and cloud services to connected devices,

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33:25

How Kahoot! Is Using AI and Gamification to Reignite...

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2026/06/30

What does meaningful engagement look like in today's classroom? And as AI becomes part of everyday teaching, how can technology help teachers inspire curiosity without adding even more pressure to an already demanding profession? In this episode of Tech Talks Daily, I'm joined by Jon Neale, Growth Director for UK and Ireland at Kahoot!, and one of the UK's most respected voices in education technology. With more than a decade in the classroom before moving into EdTech, Jon brings the perspective of

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28:46

Atlassian on AI Agents, Teamwork Graph, and the...

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2026/06/29

What if the biggest barrier to successful AI isn't the model itself, but the lack of context behind every decision your teams make? As AI agents become more capable, how do organisations ensure they understand the people, projects, documentation, and history that shape real work? In this episode of Tech Talks Daily, recorded at Team '26, I'm joined by Taroon Mandhana, CTO of AI and Teamwork at Atlassian. His responsibilities span engineering for products including Jira, Confluence, Loom, and Trello,

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27:59

AI, Voice, and the Future of Contact Centers with...

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2026/06/28

What happens when customer service moves beyond answering questions and starts anticipating needs, coordinating actions, and resolving problems with AI? And what does that mean for the future of the contact center? In this episode of Tech Talks Daily, I'm joined by Jonathan Barouch, Vice President and General Manager of Contact Center at Zendesk, to discuss the company's vision for the next generation of customer experience following the integration of Local Measure into the Zendesk platform

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26:35

What Every CEO Can Learn from Chamberlain Group's...

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2026/06/28

What happens when a company best known for garage door openers decides to compete with the biggest names in smart home technology? Can a business built on hardware reinvent itself as an AI-powered software company without losing the trust that made it successful in the first place? In this episode of Tech Talks Daily, I welcome Jeff Meredith, CEO of Chamberlain Group, to discuss one of the more fascinating business transformations happening in the technology sector. Chamberlain Group has spent more

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27:51

Nitro Software: The Hidden AI Risks Lurking In...

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2026/06/27

What happens when the biggest AI security risk isn't the technology itself, but the people using it? In this episode, I sit down with Cormac Whelan, CEO of Nitro Software, to discuss why organizations need to rethink their approach to AI adoption. With research showing that 68% of C-suite executives are bypassing approved AI tools in favor of their own, we explore how an "ask forgiveness, not permission" culture is creating new security and compliance challenges for businesses around the world

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19:43

Binalyze: The Culture Change Cybersecurity Can No...

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2026/06/26

What if the biggest weakness in cybersecurity isn't the technology, but the way defenders communicate with each other? Cybercriminals openly exchange techniques, vulnerabilities, and attack methods, constantly learning from one another. Meanwhile, many organizations remain reluctant to share details of breaches, investigations, or lessons learned. In this episode, I sit down with Lee Sult, Chief Investigator at Binalyze, to discuss why that imbalance is creating an advantage for attackers and what

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29:45

How zeb Rebuilt Consulting Around AI With Substrate

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2026/06/25

What happens when a consulting company decides that adding AI to existing workflows isn't enough? In this episode, Mal Vivek, CEO and co-founder of zeb, joins me to discuss the launch of Substrate, an AI-native operating architecture that challenges many assumptions about enterprise consulting, software delivery, and AI adoption. Rather than layering AI onto legacy processes, zeb made the bold decision to scrap its own operating model and rebuild the company from the ground up with AI at its core

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How Precisely Is Closing the AI Data Integrity Gap

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2026/06/24

Can organizations really call themselves AI-ready if their data foundations still have gaps? In this episode of Tech Talks Daily, I sit down with Dave Shuman, Chief Data Officer at Precisely, to discuss the findings from the company's latest State of Data Integrity and AI Readiness Report. Drawing on insights from more than 500 senior IT leaders across the US and Europe, Dave explains why many organizations are confident in their AI readiness while simultaneously identifying infrastructure, data

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31:55

The API Security Crisis Exposed By Akamai's State Of...

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2026/06/23

How prepared are businesses for a new wave of attacks targeting the apps, APIs, and AI systems now powering digital growth? In this episode, I speak with Richard Meeus from Akamai Technologies about the latest findings from Akamai's State of the Internet report, with a focus on apps, APIs, and DDoS activity across EMEA. Richard explains why APIs have become such an attractive target for attackers, especially as AI adoption accelerates. We discuss the sharp rise in API abuse, the growing use of

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31:17

How Sinch Sees AI Triggering The Biggest...

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2026/06/22

What happens when AI agents start talking to customers more often than humans do? In this episode, I'm joined by Robert Gerstmann, co-founder and Chief Evangelist at Sinch, to discuss what may be the biggest shift in business communications since SMS transformed how organizations connected with customers. As someone who helped build Sinch from a bootstrapped startup into a global communications platform serving enterprises worldwide, Robert offers a unique perspective on where customer engagement is

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18:58

How GlobalFoundries Keeps Semiconductor Production...

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2026/06/21

What happens when a single lost network packet can disrupt hours of manufacturing? Recorded at Cisco Live, this episode features John Hoenemier, Director of Network Security Operations at GlobalFoundries, one of the world's leading semiconductor manufacturers. While most people think about microchips only when they buy a smartphone, laptop, car, or connected device, the reality is that modern life depends on a vast ecosystem of manufacturing facilities operating around the clock with extraordinary

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19:44

How AIDA Cruises Keeps Thousands Connected at Sea

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2026/06/20

What does it take to deliver reliable connectivity to a floating city carrying thousands of guests across the world's oceans? Recorded at Cisco Live, this episode features Diogo Almeida, Head of IT Infrastructure at AIDA Cruises, and Amine Belhad, IT Network Architect at AIDA Cruises. Together, they share what happens behind the scenes to keep one of Europe's leading cruise fleets connected while supporting everything from guest services and entertainment to restaurants, healthcare facilities,

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20:07

How Room & Board Uses Technology to Keep Customer...

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2026/06/20

Recorded at Cisco Live, this episode features Mark Rodrigue, Senior Network Engineer at Room & Board. This furniture retailer has built its reputation around design expertise, long-term customer relationships, and personalized service. While many retailers focus on transactions, Room & Board takes a different approach, helping customers make decisions about products they may live with for years or even decades. During our conversation, Mark explains how technology is helping the company meet

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27:25

Inside SAP's AI Strategy After Sapphire

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2026/06/19

What happens when one of the world's largest enterprise software companies declares that it is no longer a software company, but an AI company? At SAP Sapphire, I caught up with James Bates, Head of Customer Advisory at SAP UK & Ireland, to discuss the company's vision for what it calls the Autonomous Enterprise and why this year's event felt different from any SAP conference before it. From standing-room-only AI sessions to bold declarations from SAP leadership, there was a clear sense that the

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27:38

Rethinking Healthcare Security with XIFIN and...

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2026/06/18

How do healthcare organizations continue innovating while protecting some of the most sensitive data in existence? Recorded at Cisco Live, this episode features Kevin Ludwig, Associate Vice President of Information Technology at XiFin, and Jeff Kronlage, CEO of CrossConnect Engineering. Together, they provide a behind-the-scenes look at the technology infrastructure supporting healthcare billing, laboratories, pharmacies, and medical providers, where reliability, security, and automation all play a

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29:39

Google Cloud Summit London 2026: Turning AI Ambition...

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2026/06/17

What does it take to move from AI experimentation to real business impact? Recording during Google Cloud Summit London 2026 at Tobacco Dock, I had the opportunity to speak with Maureen Costello, Vice President for UKI and Sub-Saharan Africa at Google Cloud, about one of the biggest shifts currently taking place across technology and business. After years of discussion around generative AI, the focus is now turning toward agentic AI and how organizations can put these capabilities to work in

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