Today in Tech

Host Keith Shaw and his expert guests discuss the latest technology news and trends happening in the industry. Watch new episodes twice each week here or listen to the podcast.

Ep.351

Why AI upskilling is failing, and how you can fix it

In this episode of Today in Tech, host Keith Shaw is joined by Yvette Brown, co-founder of XPROMOS and a leading voice in generative AI education. They dive deep into the growing disconnect between AI adoption and employee readiness — with new research revealing that many AI projects are failing because upskilling efforts are falling short.

Ep.351

Nov 18, 2025 46 mins

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Ep.350

Legal risks, laws and how to stay compliant with AI & automated decision-making tools

As AI agents and automated decision-making (ADM) tools move into hiring, credit, insurance, and customer support, the legal stakes are rising fast. In this episode of Today in Tech, attorney Rob Taylor (Carstens, Allen & Gourley) explains the real compliance obligations behind ADM—disclosure and consent, explainability, data-retention requirements (e.g., multi-year hiring records), and how bias creeps in even without protected attributes. We unpack recent lawsuits (from call-analytics to AI resume screening), why developers as well as deployers face liability, and how to build effective AI governance with true human-in-the-loop oversight.

Ep.350

Nov 12, 2025 45 mins

Generative AI Laws and Regulations Risk Management

Ep.349

Is Zero Trust failing, or just misunderstood?

Zero trust isn’t dead, but it’s often misapplied. BeyondTrust Chief Security Advisor Morey Haber joins Today in Tech to explore why enterprises struggle to implement zero trust, how identity and AI are reshaping the strategy, and what organizations should do next. Watch the full video and read the full transcript here.

Ep.349

Nov 4, 2025 37 mins

Enterprise Architecture Network Security Zero Trust

Ep.348

Why 1 in 3 people now call AI a 'friend': How agentic AI will transform retail and shopping

New research reveals growing emotional trust in AI. Accenture’s Brett Leary explains what this means for retail, brand loyalty, and the rise of AI shopping agents.

Ep.348

Oct 28, 2025 44 mins

Artificial Intelligence Generative AI Retail Industry

Ep.347

AI certifications explained: What employers value

AI certifications are everywhere — but which ones actually matter to employers? In this episode of Today in Tech, host Keith Shaw speaks with Sydnee Mayers, Product Lead for AI at Cribl, to demystify the fast-growing landscape of AI certifications.

Ep.347

Oct 21, 2025 37 mins

Certifications Generative AI Hiring

Ep.346

AI in hiring and the new freelance economy

Host Keith Shaw talks with Upwork’s Dave Bottoms about how AI is reshaping hiring, interviews, and the freelance economy. Discover how freelancers and companies can thrive in this new AI-driven job market.

Ep.346

Oct 14, 2025 34 mins

Generative AI Hiring IT Consulting Services

Ep.345

What most companies overlook when determining AI readiness

Capital One’s Prem Natarajan joins Today in Tech to reveal what truly drives AI success — and why most companies aren’t ready. Watch the video and read the transcript.

Ep.345

Oct 7, 2025 49 mins

Artificial Intelligence Cloud Architecture Generative AI

Ep.344

Quantum computing in 2025: From sci-fi to real-world solutions

In this episode of Today in Tech, host Keith Shaw speaks with Murray Thom, VP of Quantum Technology Evangelism at D-Wave, to explore how quantum computing is no longer theoretical, but powering real business outcomes across logistics, finance, pharmaceuticals, and beyond.

Ep.344

Sep 30, 2025 44 mins

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Ep.343

How agentic AI is expanding the attack surface

As enterprises adopt agentic AI systems, the cybersecurity risks are evolving rapidly. In this episode of Today in Tech, host Keith Shaw speaks with Lee Klarich, Chief Product Officer at Palo Alto Networks, about how AI agents are increasing the complexity and scale of the attack surface. The discussion covers real-world vulnerabilities, new threat vectors like prompt injection and rogue agents, and what security teams must do to adapt.

Ep.343

Sep 23, 2025 44 mins

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Ep.342

Why are so many AI projects failing?

Artificial intelligence is powerful, but are businesses using it the wrong way? In this episode of Today in Tech, host Keith Shaw sits down with Alan Trefler, Founder and CEO of Pega, to discuss why so many AI projects are failing and how companies can still unlock real value from generative AI and agentic AI.

Ep.342

Sep 17, 2025 38 mins

Artificial Intelligence Enterprise Architecture Generative AI

Ep.341

How AI is disrupting physical security and threat protection processes

From spotting weapons and detecting smoke to predicting where incidents are most likely to occur, artificial intelligence is reshaping the future of physical security. In this episode of Today in Tech, host Keith Shaw and guest James Benum explore how AI-powered cameras, drones, and large language models are improving response times, reducing false alarms, and helping security teams work smarter.

Ep.341

Sep 9, 2025 34 mins

Advanced Persistent Threats Generative AI Threat and Vulnerability Management

Ep.340

Why your resume isn't making it past AI

Is AI helping or hurting your job search? In this episode of Today in Tech, host Keith Shaw sits down with Cliff Jurkiewicz, Vice President of Global Strategy at Phenom, to uncover the truth behind applicant tracking systems (ATS), the rise of generative engine optimization (GEO), and the new AI-powered job hunt.

Ep.340

Sep 2, 2025 46 mins

Generative AI IT Jobs Resumes

Ep.339

AI's future: What is broken, and what's next?

Generative AI has been hyped for years — but is it delivering real value? In this episode of Today in Tech, Keith Shaw talks with Ketan Karkhanis, CEO of ThoughtSpot, about what’s really working in AI, what isn’t, and where the technology is headed next. From replacing dashboards with AI agents to transforming onboarding, customer service, and engineering productivity, Ketan shares how companies can move beyond the headlines and focus on ROI, culture, and trust.

Ep.339

Aug 26, 2025 47 mins

Artificial Intelligence Generative AI

Ep.338

Why does AI still hallucinate?

Generative AI has revolutionized how we write, code, and create—but it still hallucinates. In this episode of Today in Tech, host Keith Shaw sits down with Byron Cook, Distinguished Scientist and VP at AWS, to break down why AI continues to make things up—and what we can do to stop it.

Ep.338

Aug 19, 2025 35 mins

Artificial Intelligence Engineer Generative AI

Ep.337

Why your entire workforce should become AI experts

AI isn’t just for data scientists anymore. In this episode of Today in Tech, host Keith Shaw talks with Red Hat Distinguished Engineer Mo Duffy about how businesses can empower everyone — from HR to marketing to customer support — to become fluent in AI.

Ep.337

Aug 12, 2025 33 mins

Artificial Intelligence Generative AI IT Skills and Training

Ep.336

Why enterprise browsers will unlock productivity, improve user experience

Is your web browser still built for consumers — but your business has moved on? In this episode of Today in Tech, Keith Shaw sits down with Bradon Rogers, Chief Customer Officer at Island, to explore the rise of enterprise browsers — purpose-built tools that enhance security, improve user experience, and unlock productivity in a browser-first world.

Ep.336

Aug 5, 2025 37 mins

Browsers Enterprise Generative AI

Ep.335

Is Google search dying? How genAI is reshaping the internet

Generative AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and Perplexity are shaking up the world of search — and putting pressure on Google’s dominance. In this episode of Today in Tech, host Keith Shaw speaks with Thais Castello Branco, Head of Marketing and Strategy at Exa, about how AI is transforming how we search, how businesses are adapting, and what the future of discovery looks like.

Ep.335

Jul 29, 2025 37 mins

Artificial Intelligence Generative AI Productivity Software

Ep.334

How AI will bring new apps, experiences to maps

Are we at a crossroads in mapping innovation? In this episode of Today in Tech, host Keith Shaw speaks with Marc Prioleau, executive director of the Overture Maps Foundation, about how artificial intelligence, open data, and community-driven efforts are reshaping the future of digital maps.

Ep.334

Jul 22, 2025 47 mins

Artificial Intelligence Engineer Generative AI

Ep.333

Inside the North Korean IT job scandal

A shocking new investigation reveals how North Korean operatives used generative AI tools to pose as remote tech workers, land real jobs, and send stolen salaries—and potentially sensitive data—back to the DPRK. In this episode of Today in Tech, host Keith Shaw speaks with Brett Winterford, VP of Okta Threat Intelligence, about the rise of “wage mole” campaigns, deepfake video interviews, and how companies were tricked into hiring fake personas with stolen identities.

Ep.333

Jul 15, 2025 34 mins

Cybercrime Hybrid and Remote Work IT Jobs

Ep.332

How AI is fueling the counterfeit economy – and what you can do about it

In this episode of Today in Tech, host Keith Shaw interviews Roei Ganzarski, CEO of Alitheon, about the alarming rise of counterfeit goods—and how advanced technologies like generative AI, 3D scanning, and global e-commerce are making the problem worse. From fake pharmaceuticals and automotive parts to luxury items and skincare products, counterfeiters are now targeting high-risk, high-value industries with near-undetectable fakes.

Ep.332

Jul 8, 2025 38 mins

Generative AI Manufacturing Industry Physical Security

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