In 10 minutes daily, The Business of Tech delivers the latest IT services and MSP-focused news and commentary. Curated to stories that matter with commentary answering ‘Why Do We Care?’, channel veteran Dave Sobel brings you up to speed and provides resources to go deeper. With insights and analysis, this focused podcast focuses on the knowledge you need to be effective, profitable, and relevant.

The podcast is hosted by Dave Sobel, a leading expert in the delivery of technology services with broad experience in both technology and business.    He owned and operated an IT Solution Provider and MSP for over a decade, both acquiring other organizations and eventually being acquired.  This firm was a winner of multiple awards, including Kaseya’s Cutting Edge and ConnectWise’s Best New Idea, as well as being a finalist for Microsoft’s Worldwide Partner of the Year in the Small Business Specialist category.    After his MSP experience, he worked for multiple vendors at such companies as Level Platforms, GFI, LogicNow, and Solarwinds, leading community, event, marketing, and product strategies, as well as several M&A activities.

He was named a CRN Channel Chief multiple times, to the CRN UK A-List, as a Channel Futures Circle of Excellence winner, to Channel Pro’s 20/20 Visionaries, and has been an MSPmentor 250 member for multiple years  Dave has been recognized as one of the top virtualization experts globally as a Microsoft MVP for Virtualization. and author of “Virtualization: Defined.  A Primer for the SMB Consultant.” Dave has served on the executive council for Managed Services and Emerging Technologies, the Vendor Advisory Council, as founding Chair for the Mobility Community for CompTIA.

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FBI Strikes Back: The Takedown of PlugX Malware and LockBit’s Struggles

The FBI successfully hacked approximately 4,200 computers across the U.S. to eliminate the PlugX malware, which has been a tool for state-sponsored hackers in China since 2012. This operation,...

AI in Action: Bridging the Gap Between High Performers and the Rest

Host Dave Sobel discusses the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence (AI) in business operations, highlighting a recent study by MIT and McKinsey. The study reveals a significant gap between...

Small Businesses Embrace Digital Transformation Amid Economic Uncertainty

The episode highlights a surge in small business digital transformation initiatives, with over 80% of surveyed leaders either adopting or considering AI technology. This trend is accompanied by a...

MSPs in the AI Era: A Roadmap to Success

The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence and automation is reshaping the future of IT. This episode explores how managed service providers (MSPs) can leverage these powerful technologies to optimize...

Navigating AI Adoption: Insights, Regulations, and Data Center Expansion

In this episode of the Business of Tech Lounge, host Dave Sobel is joined by AI news writer Esther Shittu and seasoned journalist TC Doyle to discuss the current...

From Air Fryers to AI Chips: Highlights from CES 2025

Key highlights from CES 2025, focusing on market predictions and the impact of potential tariffs on the tech industry. The Consumer Technology Association forecasts a 3.2% growth in the...

AI Expansion: Government’s Growing Toolkit and Microsoft’s Strategic Shift

The federal government has reported a substantial increase in AI use cases, with over 1,700 applications identified across 37 agencies, more than doubling the previous year’s total. These use...

Cybersecurity Under Siege: China’s Threats, Leadership Changes, and AI Innovations

Host Dave Sobel discusses significant cybersecurity developments involving the U.S. Treasury Department and its recent breach linked to Chinese hackers. The breach, which was discovered on December 8, 2024,...

The State of the MSP Industry: Growth, Compliance, and AI Threats in 2025

A recent report from Kaseya reveals that 91% of MSPs are prioritizing profitability, with a significant portion expecting revenue growth despite challenges in customer acquisition. The competitive landscape sees...