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  • Counterfeit Crisis: How AI fuels dangerous fake goods | Ep. 236

    Counterfeit Crisis: How AI fuels dangerous fake goods | Ep. 236
    Jul 8 2025
    Counterfeit products are no longer just fake handbags and watches—today they include brake pads, skincare, prescription drugs, and even aircraft parts. In this episode of Today in Tech, Keith Shaw talks with Roei Ganzarski, CEO of Alitheon, about how technology—including generative AI—is empowering fraudsters and putting lives at risk. From sophisticated e-commerce scams to counterfeit pharmaceuticals and fake aviation parts, this discussion uncovers the shocking scale of the problem ($3 trillion annually!) and what consumers, companies, and regulators can do to fight back. :mag: Topics covered: · How AI and 3D scanning help counterfeiters replicate products · Why stickers, QR codes, and holograms no longer work · The dangers of counterfeit medicine and auto parts · How fake products infiltrate supply chains—even for major airlines and hospitals · Why buying skincare or medicine from unauthorized sellers is so risky · What new technologies can verify authenticity without relying on labels :pushpin: Don’t miss this eye-opening interview and learn how to protect yourself, your company, and your family from increasingly undetectable fakes.
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  • Inside Quantum Cities: How AI, smart tech will transform urban life | Ep. 235

    Inside Quantum Cities: How AI, smart tech will transform urban life | Ep. 235
    Jul 1 2025
    What if the cities of the future could grow 10% annually for a decade? In this episode of Today in Tech, Keith Shaw sits down with Chase Garbarino, co-founder and CEO of HqO, to explore the concept of Quantum Cities—the next evolution of smart cities, powered by AI, connected infrastructure, and citizen-centric design. :rocket: Learn how AI, digital infrastructure, real estate innovation, and public-private partnerships are creating urban ecosystems that are more efficient, more livable, and economically dynamic. Garbarino shares real-world examples from Singapore, Dubai, Boston, and Miami, while diving deep into the role of technology, regulation, privacy, and civic engagement in building the cities of tomorrow. :small_blue_diamond: What is a Quantum City? :small_blue_diamond: Why 10% GDP growth is the new metric of success :small_blue_diamond: How buildings, sensors, and AI shape urban experience :small_blue_diamond: Balancing freedom, safety, and innovation :small_blue_diamond: The path forward: Startups vs legacy cities :round_pushpin: Plus, discover insights from HqO's work with MIT and a sneak peek at the upcoming Quantum Cities conference. :bell: Like, subscribe, and hit the bell to stay updated on tech trends shaping our future. #QuantumCity #SmartCities #AIUrbanPlanning #FutureOfCities #UrbanInnovation #HQO #TodayInTech #ChaseGarbarino #RealEstateTech #CityPlanning #GenerativeAI #DigitalInfrastructure #UrbanDevelopment
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  • Online learning in 2025: What’s next for higher ed & AI? | Ep. 234

    Online learning in 2025: What’s next for higher ed & AI? | Ep. 234
    Jun 24 2025
    Five years after the pandemic forced schools online, what's the real future of distance education in a world shaped by AI, hybrid models, and evolving student needs? In this episode of Today in Tech, host Keith Shaw speaks with Evan Kropp, Executive Director of Distance Education at the University of Florida’s College of Journalism and Communications. They explore: · The difference between online learning and emergency remote teaching · Why course design matters more than ever · How generative AI is impacting both student learning and course development · What role tools like ChatGPT, Grammarly, and Duolingo play in modern education · Whether AR/VR and gamification are ready for prime time · How universities can reimagine engagement and community for online learners If you're an educator, instructional designer, edtech developer, or adult learner looking to upskill, this episode is a must-watch. :bell: Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share your thoughts in the comments!
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  • AI agents are the new cybersecurity nightmare | Ep. 233

    AI agents are the new cybersecurity nightmare | Ep. 233
    Jun 17 2025
    AI agents are revolutionizing productivity, but they’re also creating a massive, growing security crisis for businesses. In this episode of Today in Tech, we chat with Clarence Hinton, Chief Strategy Officer at CyberArk, exploring the alarming findings from a new identity security survey covering over 2,600 cybersecurity leaders across 20 countries. We discuss: · Why 94% of organizations are using AI for security, but only 32% have controls in place · The rising threat of machine identities and identity silos · The dangers of AI-powered phishing, deepfakes, and voice scams · Why most companies are underestimating the privilege risk of AI agents · The explosion of shadow AI and unregulated tools in the enterprise · Human behavior: still the weakest security link If you're not thinking about how to secure AI agents now, you're already behind. :point_right: Don’t miss this essential conversation for CISOs, IT leaders, and tech strategists. :pushpin: Watch, like, and subscribe for more tech security insights every week. #TodayInTech #AIsecurity #cybersecurity
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  • AI can track you. Right now. | Ep. 232

    AI can track you. Right now. | Ep. 232
    Jun 10 2025
    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
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  • Why most leaders fail in a crisis — and how to fix it | Ep. 231

    Why most leaders fail in a crisis — and how to fix it | Ep. 231
    Jun 3 2025
    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. :+1: Like this video if it resonates, drop a comment with your thoughts, and subscribe for more episodes of Today in Tech. #Leadership #WorkplaceCulture #SystemsThinking #ManagementTips #TechIndustry #StanfordGSB #BusinessStrategy #ModernLeadership #TodayInTech
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  • “The smartphone is dead”? Why tech titans might be wrong | Ep. 230

    “The smartphone is dead”? Why tech titans might be wrong | Ep. 230
    May 27 2025
    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!
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  • Will synthetic data shape the future of AI training? | Ep. 229

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