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In this special edition of Hashtag Trending, host Jim Love dives into the latest update from security vendor CrowdStrike regarding their recent incident. Contrary to initial industry speculation, CrowdStrike reveals that the root cause wasn't a kernel driver issue but rather problematic data in a critical file. The segment covers why the issue escaped testing, the bug in the content validator, and the steps CrowdStrike is taking to prevent future occurrences. Love also highlights the resources available for affected users and shares CrowdStrike's recommendations for obtaining accurate information. Tune in to get an in-depth look at how CrowdStrike is addressing and remediating the situation.
00:00 Introduction and Host Welcome
00:11 CrowdStrike Incident Overview
01:17 Testing and Validation Issues
02:44 Remediation and Customer Assurance
04:27 Conclusion and Final Thoughts -
Elon Musk's Humanoid Robots, Google's Cookie Reversal, and Switzerland's Open Source Law | Hashtag Trending
In this episode of Hashtag Trending, Jim Love covers Elon Musk's announcement about Tesla's humanoid robots, Google's reversal on phasing out third-party cookies, Switzerland's new law mandating open source software for government operations, and the U.S. Homeland Security Committee's call for CrowdStrike's CEO to testify. Stay updated with key tech industry shifts and their implications.
00:00 Elon Musk's Humanoid Robots: Tesla's Next Big Move
02:05 Google's U-Turn on Third-Party Cookies
05:15 Switzerland's Open Source Software Mandate
07:26 CrowdStrike CEO Faces Homeland Security Committee
08:59 Show Wrap-Up and Announcements -
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CrowdStrike's Irony, Karnataka's Work Week Shake-Up, and VMware's Market Puzzles | Hashtag Trending
In this episode of Hashtag Trending, host Jim Love delves into CrowdStrike's notable IT meltdown following their own security warnings, the controversial move by Karnataka state to extend work hours to 14 hours per day, and Broadcom's evolving and confusing strategy for VMware pricing. Additionally, discover how Microsoft blames EU regulations for limiting Windows security measures in light of the CrowdStrike incident. Tune in for all the latest updates and insights on these pivotal tech industry developments.
00:00 Introduction and Headlines
00:21 CrowdStrike's Irony: A Major IT Meltdown
01:29 Karnataka's Controversial Work Hours Proposal
02:46 Broadcom's Evolving Strategy for VMware
05:07 Microsoft and EU Regulations: The Blame Game
07:09 Conclusion and Contact Information -
Join Jim Love on a special edition of Cybersecurity Today and Hashtag Trending as he delves into the recent CrowdStrike incident that led to a global IT meltdown. With over 8.5 million Windows devices affected by a faulty CrowdStrike Falcon update, this event is being compared to Y2K and WannaCry. Discover the widespread impacts across key industries, the technical details behind the kernel-crashing error, and the fallout for companies and IT professionals. Learn why this disaster has created such frustration and anger in the cybersecurity community and what steps are being taken to recover. Tune in to understand the broader economic and societal implications of what is being called the 'worst cyber event in history.'
00:00 Introduction and Host Introduction
00:19 CrowdStrike Incident Overview
00:46 Community Reactions and Frustrations
02:29 Understanding CrowdStrike's Role
04:49 Technical Breakdown of the Issue
07:59 Impact and Consequences
09:04 Response and Fixes
12:33 Lessons and Future Precautions
13:20 Final Thoughts and Warnings
13:58 Conclusion -
Unmasking the Biggest Supply Chain Attack: Insights from JFrog’s Security Expert
In this weekend edition of Hashtag Trending, host Jim Love dives deep into the world of supply chain attacks with Brian Moussalli, Security Research Team Lead at JFrog. They discuss some of the most notorious supply chain attacks in history, including SolarWinds and Kaseya, and shed light on a recent potentially massive Python security leak. Learn about the mechanisms behind these attacks, the importance of inspecting binary files, and the role JFrog plays in securing the open source community. Tune in for an insightful discussion on building more secure software and safeguarding the supply chain.
00:00 Introduction and Host Welcome
00:05 Understanding Supply Chain Attacks
00:54 Notable Supply Chain Attacks
02:20 Introduction to Guest Brian Moussalli, Security Research Team Lead at JFrog
03:40 JFrog's Role and Mission
05:48 Discovery of the Python Token Leak
11:09 Implications of the Leak
16:39 Lessons Learned and Security Recommendations
18:29 Optimism and Challenges in Open Source Security
22:39 Conclusion and Farewell -
Cybersecurity Shakedown: Microsoft Criticized, Disney Hacked, Kaspersky Exits US & FBI Cracks Phones!
In this episode of Hashtag Trending, hosted by Jim Love, we delve into several major cybersecurity stories. Microsoft faces criticism for mishandling a zero-day vulnerability in its MSHTML engine. Disney battles a security breach by hacktivist group Null Bulge, which claims to have leaked internal communications to protest Disney's AI usage. Kaspersky announces its exit from the U.S. in response to government sanctions, highlighting ongoing U.S.-Russia cybersecurity tensions. Additionally, the FBI cracks a locked phone in just two days, demonstrating advances in law enforcement's access to encrypted devices. Tune in for these stories and more insights on the latest cybersecurity threats and developments.
00:00 Introduction and Overview
00:44 Microsoft's Bug Reporting Controversy
02:28 Disney Hacked by Hacktivist Group
03:42 Kaspersky's Exit from the U.S. Market
04:59 FBI's Phone Cracking Capabilities
06:54 Conclusion and Show Wrap-Up -
In today's episode of Hashtag Trending, discover how Google's Gemini AI is scanning private PDF files without consent, creating significant privacy concerns. Learn about a new report from Legit Security, revealing vulnerabilities in GitHub Actions affecting millions of developers. Get the latest on Samsung facing its first general strike in 55 years, as workers protest grueling conditions. Plus, hear about Google's potential $23 billion acquisition of cybersecurity firm Wiz, and AT&T's hefty Bitcoin payout to a hacker after a major data breach. All this and more, as we celebrate AI Appreciation Day!
00:00 Introduction and AI Appreciation Day
00:35 Google's Gemini AI Privacy Concerns
02:10 GitHub Security Vulnerabilities Exposed
03:49 Samsung's Historic Strike
05:03 Google's Potential Acquisition of Wiz
06:16 AT&T's Massive Data Breach
08:06 AI Appreciation Day: A Closer Look
09:12 Conclusion and Show Wrap-Up -
Microsoft's Hidden Voice AI, Google's Desktop Mode, and EU vs Elon Musk - Hashtag Trending
In this episode of Hashtag Trending, host Jim Love covers Microsoft's unreleased VALL-E 2 AI voice generator, Google's hint at transforming smartphones into desktop computers with Android 15 beta, and the European Union's legal confrontation with Elon Musk over X's (formerly Twitter) digital content practices. Additionally, the episode explores the heated competition between Anthropic and OpenAI in data visualization, anchored by Anthropic's new AI model, Claude 3.5 Sonnet. Tune in for the latest in tech news and insights!
00:00 Introduction and Today's Headlines
00:35 Microsoft's VALL-E 2: Too Dangerous for Public Release?
02:11 Google's Android 15: Turning Your Phone into a Desktop
03:42 Elon Musk vs. The European Union: The Battle Over X
05:23 Anthropic vs. OpenAI: The AI Data Visualization Showdown
07:03 Conclusion and Show Notes -
Unlocking the Power of Data with Zoho's Chandrashekhar LSP – Insights, AI, and Real-World Applications
Join Jim Love in this enlightening weekend edition of Hashtag Trending as he converses with Chandrasekhar Lalapet Srinivas Prasanna (LSP), the Managing Director of Zoho Canada.
Dive deep into the world of data, the role of AI, and real-world applications in businesses of all sizes. From the importance of data cleanliness to leveraging insights for actionable outcomes, learn how companies of all sizes transform data into a powerful tool for decision-making and growth. Perfect for data enthusiasts and business professionals alike.
00:00 Introduction and Host's Passion for Data
01:12 Meet the Guest: Chandrasekhar LSP
01:28 Chandrasekhar's Role at Zoho
02:16 The Importance of Data in Business
03:20 Chandrasekhar's Background and Journey
05:15 The Evolution of Data Analytics
07:03 Challenges in Data Management
12:06 The Role of AI in Data Preparation
19:49 Zoho's Integrated System and Analytics
22:55 CRM Insights for Account Managers
23:35 The Importance of Data Cleanliness
24:20 Collaboration and Real-Time Data Management
29:06 Empowering Frontline Employees with Data
34:14 Challenges for Small Businesses in Analytics
42:04 The Iterative Loop of Data Analytics
43:17 Conclusion and Final Thoughts -
Hashtag Trending: Canada's Streaming Regulations, AI Stock Concerns, and Constitutional AI
In this episode of Hashtag Trending, host Jim Love dives into the ongoing clash between global streaming giants and Canadian regulations requiring contributions to local news production. Analysts draw parallels between the current AI stock surge and the dot com bubble, warning of potential pitfalls. Meanwhile, Anthropic introduces 'Constitutional AI' amid rising public concern about AI safety, potentially reshaping how AI systems are developed and governed. Tune in for insights into these stories and their implications for the tech industry.
00:00 Introduction: Big Tech and AI Concerns
00:26 Canadian Streaming Regulations Clash
01:51 AI Stock Market Warnings
03:10 Sequoia Capital's AI Revenue Concerns
04:45 Anthropic's Competitive Edge with Constitutional AI
08:25 U.S. Regulatory Challenges and AI Safety
09:25 Conclusion and Show Notes -
Claude AI Emerges, AI Data War, Amazon's Astro Setback, Spell Check in Notepad, and Antikythera Mechanism Solved - Hashtag Trending
In today's episode of Hashtag Trending, host Jim Love covers several key stories in the tech world. Claude AI version 3.5 by Anthropic presents significant competition to OpenAI with new features like interactive infographics, audio visualizers, and sophisticated image editing. An AI data war unfolds as content owners fight back against data scraping by AI companies. Amazon discontinues its Astro for Business robot amidst broader company challenges. Microsoft finally adds spell check and autocorrect to Windows Notepad after 41 years. Lastly, researchers at the University of Glasgow use modern technology to unravel the mystery of the 2000-year-old Antikythera Mechanism, revealing ancient astronomical precision.
00:00 Introduction: Who's Challenging OpenAI?
00:38 Claude AI: The New Contender
03:17 Bot Wars: AI Data Harvesting
04:27 Amazon's Astro Robot Discontinued
06:44 Windows Notepad Gets Modernized
08:20 Solving the Antikythera Mechanism Mystery
10:16 Conclusion and Show Notes -
In this episode of Hashtag Trending, host Jim Love discusses the substantial financial and environmental costs linked to AI development and deployment, highlighting statements from industry leaders like Mustafa Suleyman and Dario Omodei. The episode also covers the energy demands of AI, Google's rising carbon footprint, and troubling trends in social media misuse among students. Lastly, it addresses the ongoing wave of layoffs in the Bay Area tech industry, questioning the stability and future of the sector.
00:00 Introduction and Overview
00:03 The Real Costs of AI
00:28 AI's Impact on Knowledge Production
01:54 The Financial and Environmental Costs of AI
03:37 Google's Environmental Challenges
04:54 Social Media and School Conflicts
06:04 Tech Industry Layoffs in the Bay Area
07:22 Conclusion and Future Plans -
Navigating Ransomware: Insights from Cybersecurity Expert Imran Ahmad with Guest Host, Howard Solomon
This episode of Hashtag Trending features an in-depth interview between guest host Howard Solomon and Imran Ahmad, a partner in Norton Rose Fulbright's cybersecurity practice.
Imran shares his expertise on managing ransomware attacks, the importance of having an incident response plan, and the challenges organizations face during a cyber crisis. He also discusses the role of cyber insurance, the significance of legal privilege, and the evolving tactics of cybercriminals. Listeners will gain valuable insights into the hallmarks of effective cyber incident responses and the importance of preparation in mitigating reputational and operational risks.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
00:33 Understanding Ransomware Response
04:13 Elements of a Good Response Plan
06:01 Real-World Incident Response
11:57 Legal and Communication Challenges
20:18 Government Policies and Ransom Payments
22:36 Why Organizations Aren't Prepared
24:11 Conclusion and Final Thoughts -
We're taking a couple of weeks off this summer. This is one of them. We'll be back on July 8th with the news and there is a weekend show so please do check it out.
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In this special weekend edition of Hashtag Trending, host Jim Love dives deep into the promise, challenges, and future of data and artificial intelligence with Steven Karan, Vice President and Head of Insights and Data for Capgemini Canada. They discuss the evolution of AI, its impact on businesses, prototyping and scaling AI solutions, data quality issues, and the potential for Canadian businesses over the next 12 months. Join the conversation to understand how AI is rapidly transforming the technological landscape and what it means for organizations today.
00:00 Introduction to Hashtag Trending
00:03 The Promise and Challenges of Data
00:43 Guest Introduction: Steven Karan
01:46 AI Adoption and Strategy
02:58 Generative AI: Evolution and Adoption
06:40 Practical Use Cases and Prototyping
24:18 Data Quality and Challenges
34:02 Future of AI and Final Thoughts -
Canada's Healthcare Tech Crisis, Massive Data Breach, and TELUS Sustainability Win
In this final daily news program before a break for Canada Day and the 4th of July, host Jim Love covers critical issues in Canada's healthcare sector, including a study highlighting significant technological challenges and a massive data breach involving a former Microsoft employee. Additionally, TELUS is celebrated for its sustainability efforts, ranking among the world's most sustainable companies by Time Magazine. Tune in for all the details on this edition of Hashtag Trending.
00:00 Upcoming Break and Special Announcements
00:18 Technological Challenges in Canada's Healthcare
02:55 Massive Data Breach at Geisinger
04:14 TELUS Recognized for Sustainability Efforts
05:53 Show Wrap-Up and Contact Information -
AI Breakthroughs, CDK and Federal Reserve Hacks, Walmart Digitizes Pricing, and MTV Archive Erased
In this episode of Hashtag Trending, host Jim Love discusses significant developments in AI technology by Gradient and Crusoe, the latest lawsuits stemming from the CDK Global car dealership software hack, and a massive breach claimed by ransomware group LockBit on the Federal Reserve. Additionally, Walmart announces a shift to digital pricing labels, and Paramount wipes the MTV website, erasing decades of music journalism and cultural history. Tune in for these stories and more in today's 'Digital Killed the Video Star' edition.
00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message
00:21 Open Source AI Breakthrough
02:20 CDK Global Hack and Lawsuits
03:24 Federal Reserve Hack by LockBit
04:55 Walmart's Digital Pricing Transformation
06:23 The Erasure of MTV's Digital History
08:03 Conclusion and Show Wrap-Up -
AI Initiatives, Microsoft Antitrust Issues, and Satellite Concerns - Hashtag Trending
In this episode of Hashtag Trending, host Jim Love discusses the Department of Homeland Security's new AI Corps, the European Union's escalating antitrust scrutiny of Microsoft, Mozilla's legal battle with its chief product officer over disability discrimination claims, and a new study about the environmental impact of low Earth orbit satellites on the ozone layer. Tune in for these stories and more!
00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message
00:48 AI Initiatives by the Department of Homeland Security
02:09 Microsoft Faces EU Antitrust Scrutiny
03:37 Mozilla's Legal Battle Over Disability Discrimination
05:07 Environmental Concerns Over Satellite Re-Entry
06:16 Conclusion and Show Information -
AI Disrupts Banking Jobs, Google Extensions Security Risks & Apple Intelligence Delayed in EU
In this episode of Hashtag Trending, host Jim Love reports on the potential adverse impacts on U.S. car dealerships due to cyber incidents involving CDK Global and the Black Suit Ransomware Gang. The script also covers a new study revealing the security risks of Google Chrome extensions, Apple's delay in rolling out new features to European users due to regulatory issues, and Citigroup's report predicting massive job displacement in the banking sector due to artificial intelligence. Tune in for the latest tech news and insights.
00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message
01:01 Cyber Incident Disrupts US Car Dealerships
02:23 Risks of Malicious Browser Extensions
04:03 Apple's New Features Delayed in Europe
05:42 AI's Impact on the Banking Industry
06:50 Conclusion and Show Information
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The Future of AI: Threats, Opportunities, and Global Impacts
In today's episode of Hashtag Trending, host Jim Love explores a range of pressing issues in the AI and tech industry.
Key topics include a new essay by former OpenAI team member Leopold Aschenbrenner predicting the emergence of super-intelligent AI by 2030 and the potential risks it poses, including data scarcity and national security threats. The episode also covers India's impending shortage of skilled engineers, the impact of AI on freelancers, with notable drops in job postings on platforms like Upwork and Fiverr, and concerns within Microsoft about becoming overly reliant on its partnership with OpenAI.
Tune in for an insightful discussion on these critical developments.
00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message
00:50 AI's Future: Insights from Leopold Aschenbrenner
02:59 India's Tech Talent Crisis
04:34 AI's Impact on Freelancers
06:22 Microsoft's Role in AI Development
08:01 Conclusion and Sign-Off
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