In this episode, we discuss four key topics. First, MSPs are boosting their IT budgets by up to 70% to meet the growing demand for enterprise IT. Second, the FTC joins a global pact for AI data privacy, focusing on enhancing training data trustworthiness. Third, we provide an update on the Kaseya case, with prosecutors and the FBI continuing their pursuit beyond sentencing. Finally, we explore the importance of cross-industry collaboration in leveraging AI’s full potential, with insights from Google DeepMind’s COO. We also highlight the significance of human expertise in cybersecurity and introduce Huntress, a company dedicated to elevating SMBs and MSPs with fully managed cybersecurity solutions. The episode concludes with a report on MSPs’ increased spending and the popularity of refurbished IT equipment in the industry.

In this episode of the Business of Tech podcast, Dave Sobel discusses three key topics. First, he explores the business opportunity for IT services in guiding companies through AI integration and overcoming planning hurdles. Next, he dives into the challenges faced by the AI industry in 2024, particularly in relation to global copyright laws. Lastly, he examines the lasting economic legacy of the pandemic, with a significant percentage of U.S. workers continuing to work remotely. The episode also highlights the importance of cybersecurity expertise and introduces Huntress, a company focused on elevating SMBs and MSPs with fully managed cybersecurity solutions. Additionally, Dave shares insights from Gartner on the current stage of AI investment and the projected growth of IT spending in 2024. Overall, this episode provides valuable insights into the intersection of technology and business.

In this episode, Dave Sobel discusses the latest updates in the tech market. He starts by highlighting the increase in cloud infrastructure spending and the decline in traditional IT. He also explores the opportunities for IT firms in data analytics and culture transformation. Dave then mentions Google’s strategic move in cloud competition. Moving on, he discusses the latest Consumer Price Index report, which shows sticky inflation in key areas of the economy. This could complicate expectations of near-term interest rate cuts. Dave shares that prices are rising faster than desired, particularly in the services sector, while goods prices are falling. He concludes by mentioning the decline in worldwide PC shipments according to Gartner.

In this episode, Dave Sobel discusses the highlights from CES, including the introduction of Wi-Fi 7, which promises faster speeds and improved efficiency for high bandwidth activities. He also covers other tech products showcased at the event, such as voice-controlled luxury toilet seats, transparent displays, and new processors and graphic cards. Additionally, Microsoft unveils Copilot Pro, a consumer AI plan for enhanced productivity, and Lancom Technology joins Evergreen through acquisition.

In this episode of the Business of Tech podcast, host Dave Sobel discusses the changing work landscape and the impact it has on employee well-being. He shares data from various surveys, including the American Psychological Association’s Work in America survey, which reveals that workplace stress in the U.S. has reached epidemic proportions, with high workloads, low job control, and work-family conflict being the top stressors. The survey also highlights high rates of workplace bullying and discrimination. Additionally, the episode explores the issue of burnout and its impact on productivity, with 65% of employees experiencing burnout in 2023. The importance of taking breaks, having focused time, and logging off after work is emphasized, as these practices have been found to improve productivity. Lastly, the podcast discusses the challenges faced by remote workers, including a lower likelihood of receiving promotions and raises.

In this episode of the Business of Tech podcast, host Dave Sobel discusses OpenAI’s strategic moves, including their response to copyright lawsuits and the launch of their new service, ChatGPT Team. OpenAI defends their use of copyrighted material for training AI technologies, stating it falls under fair use and emphasizes the transformative potential of AI in journalism. They have also launched ChatGPT Team, a subscription tier targeting small and medium-sized businesses, offering access to GPT-4 and various tools. The episode also touches on the mixed impact of generative AI on minority workforces and organizational challenges. Tune in to learn more about these important developments in the tech industry.

In this episode, we discuss three key tech news stories. First, we dive into the controversy surrounding Carta, a cap table management company, and its alleged unethical tactics. The CEO of a startup claims that Carta contacted investors without consent and attempted to sell shares without authorization. This incident has raised questions about Carta’s trustworthiness and sparked similar experiences from other customers.
Next, we explore the highlights from CES 2024, focusing on the shift in AR and VR terminology and its industrial applications. The event showcased the evolving landscape of augmented and virtual reality technologies and how they are being utilized in various industries.
Lastly, we cover HPE’s $14 billion acquisition of Juniper Networks, signaling an AI-focused expansion. This move highlights the growing importance of artificial intelligence in the tech industry and the strategic investments being made to capitalize on its potential.

In this episode of the Business of Tech podcast, Dave Sobel discusses the security and privacy risks associated with the rapid deployment of artificial intelligence systems. He highlights a report by the U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technologies (NIST) that identifies four key types of attacks in AI: evasion, poisoning, privacy, and abuse. Dave also explores the barriers to the adoption of generative AI and the potential benefits it offers. He mentions the success of Snapchat+ in attracting 7 million paying subscribers and its use of generative AI features. Additionally, Dave covers the investment in Hatz AI, a platform that enables managed service providers to deliver AI as a service. He also discusses the future of AI-capable PCs and the release of Apple’s Vision Pro headset.

In this episode of the Business of Tech, host Dave Sobel discusses several key topics affecting the tech industry. He highlights the contrasting trends in job growth, with the tech industry seeing an increase in new positions in specialized tech firms, while tech occupations in non-tech sectors decline. Sobel also explores the potential for inflation to fall below the Federal Reserve’s target, which could lead to rate cuts and relief for consumers. He then delves into the challenges faced by middle-market companies, which have experienced declining earnings and rising debt. The episode also covers the release of a new cybersecurity strategy for the healthcare sector, the Federal Trade Commission’s reward for combating AI voice cloning, and the FBI’s expansion of cyber-assistant legal attachés. Sobel concludes by discussing the need for specialized cybersecurity solutions in healthcare, the demand for services that bridge the gap between cloud technology and business value realization, and the importance of targeting non-IT stakeholders in funding cloud projects.

In this bonus episode of the Business of Tech podcast, host Dave Sobel is joined by legal tech expert Colin S. Levy. With his extensive experience in the legal industry, Colin provides valuable insights into the intersection of technology and the legal field. The conversation explores the current state of legal tech and offers a reality check for IT service providers. Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities in delivering IT services to the legal sector.