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Bridging the Gap Between AI and Business Data // MLOps Podcast #325 with Deepti Srivastava, Founder and CEO at Snow Leopard.Join the Community: https://go.mlops.community/YTJoinInGet the newsletter: https://go.mlops.community/YTNewsletter// AbstractI'm sure the MLOps community is probably aware – it's tough to make AI work in enterprises for many reasons, from data silos, data privacy and security concerns, to going from POCs to production applications. But one of the biggest challenges facing businesses today, that I particularly care about, is how to unlock the true potential of AI by leveraging a company's operational business data. At Snow Leopard, we aim to bridge the gap between AI systems and critical business data that is locked away in databases, data warehouses, and other API-based systems, so enterprises can use live business data from any data source – whether it's database, warehouse, or APIs – in real time and on demand, natively. In this interview, I'd like to cover Snow Leopard's intelligent data retrieval approach that can leverage business data directly and on-demand to make AI work.// BioDeepti is the founder and CEO of Snow Leopard AI, a platform that helps teams build AI apps using their live business data, on-demand. She has nearly 2 decades of experience in data platforms and infrastructure.As Head of Product at Observable, Deepti led the 0→1 product and GTM strategy in the crowded data analytics market. Before that, Deepti was the founding PM for Google Spanner, growing it to thousands of internal customers (Ads, PlayStore, Gmail, etc.), before launching it externally as a seminal cloud database service. Deepti started her career as a distributed systems engineer in the RAC database kernel at Oracle.// Related LinksWebsite: https://www.snowleopard.ai/AI SQL Data Analyst // Donné Stevenson - https://youtu.be/hwgoNmyCGhQ~~~~~~~~ ✌️Connect With Us ✌️ ~~~~~~~Catch all episodes, blogs, newsletters, and more: https://go.mlops.community/TYExploreJoin our Slack community [https://go.mlops.community/slack]Follow us on X/Twitter [@mlopscommunity](https://x.com/mlopscommunity) or [LinkedIn](https://go.mlops.community/linkedin)] Sign up for the next meetup: [https://go.mlops.community/register]MLOps Swag/Merch: [https://shop.mlops.community/]Connect with Demetrios on LinkedIn: /dpbrinkmConnect with Deepti on LinkedIn: /thedeepti/Timestamps:[00:00] Deepti's preferred coffee[00:49] MLflow vs Kubeflow Debate[04:58] GenAI Data Integration Challenges[09:02] GenAI Sidecar Spicy Takes[14:07] Troubleshooting LLM Hallucinations[19:03] AI Overengineering and Hype[25:06] Self-Serve Analytics Governance[33:29] Dashboards vs Data Quality[37:06] Agent Database Context Control[43:00] LLM as Orchestrator[47:34] Tool Call Ownership Clarification[51:45] MCP Server Challenges[56:52] Wrap up

Logan Kilpatrick from Google DeepMind talks about the latest developments in the Gemini 2.5 model family, including Gemini 2.5 Pro, Flash, and the newly introduced Flashlight. Logan also offers insight into AI development workflows, model performance, and the future of proactive AI assistants. Links Website: https://logank.ai LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/logankilpatrick X: https://x.com/officiallogank YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LoganKilpatrickYT Google AI Studio: https://aistudio.google.com Resources Gemini 2.5 Pro Preview: even better coding performance (https://developers.googleblog.com/en/gemini-2-5-pro-io-improved-coding-performance) Building with AI: highlights for developers at Google I/O (https://blog.google/technology/developers/google-ai-developer-updates-io-2025) We want to hear from you! How did you find us? Did you see us on Twitter? In a newsletter? Or maybe we were recommended by a friend? Let us know by sending an email to our producer, Em, at emily.kochanek@logrocket.com (mailto:emily.kochanek@logrocket.com), or tweet at us at PodRocketPod (https://twitter.com/PodRocketpod). Follow us. Get free stickers. Follow us on Apple Podcasts, fill out this form (https://podrocket.logrocket.com/get-podrocket-stickers), and we'll send you free PodRocket stickers! What does LogRocket do? LogRocket provides AI-first session replay and analytics that surfaces the UX and technical issues impacting user experiences. Start understanding where your users are struggling by trying it for free at LogRocket.com. Try LogRocket for free today. (https://logrocket.com/signup/?pdr) Special Guest: Logan Kilpatrick.

Tauche ein in die Welt des Prompt Engineerings mit Joel Kaczmarek und Ruppert Bodmeier! In dieser Episode von digital kompakt geht es um die Kunst, KI-Modelle so zu steuern, dass sie genau das liefern, was du brauchst. Ruppert, ein Experte für Innovationsentwicklung bei Disrooptive, teilt seine Erfahrungen und Herausforderungen auf dem Weg zur perfekten KI-Nutzung. Erfahre, wie du durch gezieltes Prompt Engineering Wettbewerbsvorteile schaffen kannst und warum der Kontext dabei entscheidend ist. Lass dich inspirieren und entdecke, wie du die Zukunft der KI für dich nutzen kannst! Du erfährst... …wie Ruppert Bodmeier die Kunst des Prompt Engineering meistert und einzigartige Lösungen schafft …warum Beharrlichkeit und Resilienz im Umgang mit KI entscheidend sind …wie du durch präzise Kontextdefinitionen bessere KI-Ergebnisse erzielst …welche Rolle APIs spielen, um Wettbewerbsvorteile mit KI zu sichern …wie du mit modularen Befehlen und Ketten einzigartige Projekte realisierst __________________________ ||||| PERSONEN |||||

Before you hit that new chat button in ChatGPT, Claude or Gemini....You're already doing it wrong. I've run 200+ live GenAI training sessions and have taught more than 11,000 business pros and this is one of the biggest mistakes. Just blindly hitting that new chat button can end up killing any perceived productivity you think you're getting while using LLMs. Instead, you need to know the 101s of Gemini Gem, GPTs and Projects. This is one AI at Work Wednesdays you can't miss.Newsletter: Sign up for our free daily newsletterMore on this Episode: Episode PageJoin the discussion: Have a question? Join the convo here.Upcoming Episodes: Check out the upcoming Everyday AI Livestream lineupWebsite: YourEverydayAI.comEmail The Show: info@youreverydayai.comConnect with Jordan on LinkedInTopics Covered in This Episode:Harnessing Custom GPTs for EfficiencyGoogle Gems vs. Custom GPTs ReviewChatGPT Projects: Features & UpdatesClaude Projects Integration & BenefitsEffective AI Chatbot Usage TechniquesLeveraging AI for Business GrowthDeep Research in ChatGPT ProjectsGoogle Apps Integration in GemsTimestamps:00:00 AI Chatbot Efficiency Tips04:12 "Putting AI to Work Wednesdays"08:39 "Optimizing ChatGPT Usage"11:28 Similar Functions, Different Categories15:41 Beyond Basic Folder Structures16:25 ChatGPT Project Update22:01 Email Archive and Albacross Software24:34 Optimize AI with Contextual Data27:49 "Improving Process Through Meta Analysis"30:53 Data File Access Issue33:27 File Handling Bug in New GPT36:12 Continuous Improvement Encouragement41:16 AI Selection Tool Website43:34 Google Ecosystem AI Assistant45:46 "Optimize AI Usage for Projects"Keywords:Custom GPTs, Google's gems, Claude's projects, OpenAI ChatGPT, AI chatbots, Large Language Models, AI systems, Google Workspace, productivity tools, GPT-3.5, GPT-4, AI updates, API actions, reasoning models, ChatGPT projects, AI assistant, file uploads, project management, AI integrations, Google Calendar, Gmail, Google Drive, context window, AI usage, AI-powered insights, Gemini 2.5 pro, Claude Opus, Claude Sonnet, AI consultation, ChatGPT Canvas, Claude artifacts, generative AI, AI strategy partner, AI brainstorming partner.Send Everyday AI and Jordan a text message. (We can't reply back unless you leave contact info) Try Google Veo 3 today! Sign up at gemini.google to get started. Try Google Veo 3 today! Sign up at gemini.google to get started.

Co-Founder & COO at Speakeasy discusses the rise of MCP servers, API integration into AI systems, including SDK generation, and the emergence of the Agentic web.SHOW: 933SHOW TRANSCRIPT: The Cloudcast #933 TranscriptSHOW VIDEO: https://youtube.com/@TheCloudcastNET CLOUD NEWS OF THE WEEK - http://bit.ly/cloudcast-cnotwNEW TO CLOUD? CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCAST - "CLOUDCAST BASICS"SPONSORS:[VASION] Vasion Print eliminates the need for print servers by enabling secure, cloud-based printing from any device, anywhere. Get a custom demo to see the difference for yourself.[US CLOUD] Cut Enterprise IT Support Costs by 30-50% with US CloudSHOW NOTES:Speakeasy websiteSpeakeasy MCP HubThe NewStack article on MCP with SpeakeasyTopic 1 - Welcome to the show, Simon. Give everyone a quick introduction.Topic 2 - API tooling and platforms for AI has become the hot topic this year. Of course, Agentic AI has made significant contributions to this. What trends do you see that we need to pay attention to? What problems are organizations trying to solve?Topic 3 - Let's dig into MCP Servers. The interest in MCP has taken off. At the highest level, why do they exist?Topic 4 - MCP servers and all the recent announcements around an Agentic Web have me thinking… Do we need to prepare for an Internet where AI agents talk to each other? We had humans and GUIs (web frontends), then we saw the rise of APIs. Is this a third wave or an evolution of the API wave?Topic 5 - How do SDKs and things like AI API tooling play into all of this? API tools to generate SDKs or AI documentation aren't new. How does the abstraction of AI change this process?Topic 6 - In our experience, API-level integrations are challenging to productize. Sometimes it comes down to something as simple as who is going to pay for it, and developers often have a voice and a seat at the table, but don't have the budget. What has been your experience? Topic 7 - How does the business side of the house see an advantage to this? What metrics tend to matter and are measurable?Topic 8 - If anyone is interested, what's the best way to get started?FEEDBACK?Email: show at the cloudcast dot netBluesky: @cloudcastpod.bsky.socialTwitter/X: @cloudcastpodInstagram: @cloudcastpodTikTok: @cloudcastpod

Where does my data go? What data was sent across the API? How do we separate the signal from the noise? Pedro Castillo of Onum and I sit down to talk about what might be the subsequent transformation of data processing since Akamai came on the scene. Onum's mission is to address the challenges in data management and cybersecurity. Enjoy our raw conversation, which just got captured; we agreed to share it immediately.

Connect to John Gilroy on LinkedIn   https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-gilroy/ Want to listen to other episodes? www.Federaltechpodcast.com How do you defend your website against an attack that can reach one hundred million requests a second? The federal government is in an unusual position: in addition to the "garden variety" attacks, such as phishing and ransomware, it is also subject to political attacks with a specific agenda. Ostensibly, they do not have financial motivation; their motivation is a political statement. Welcome to hacktivism. The tool they use is a tried-and-true, good, old-fashioned Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attack. If you consult your history books and shake off the dust, you will find that the first DDoS attack was recognized in 1996. Advances in cloud computing and AI have been a force multiplier for malicious actors to shut down websites. In the past, the attacker would remain anonymous; not today. Today's hacktivist often claims responsibility for the attack and publicize their demands. It has gotten to the point where DDoS attacks are available to consumers as DDoS-as-a-service. Pascal Geenes has authored an article about a particularly nasty DDoS attack, appropriately called "DieNet."  It attempts to instill doubt and chaos in a federal site. What is the defense? Pascal Geenes has identified vulnerabilities in APIs as a key attack vector. Many federal agencies are not aware of their API inventory. It is possible to scan a federal site, identify a flaw in an unused API, and leverage that knowledge to launch a DDoS attack. Radware's solutions, including AI-driven security, help mitigate these attacks quickly, reducing the mean time to resolution (MTTR). Heenan emphasizes the importance of being initiative-taking in cybersecurity. = = =

In this episode of Future Fuzz, Justin sits down with Hannah Recker, Head of Growth Marketing at Coefficient, to explore how one of the most common workplace tools - spreadsheets - can be transformed into live, automated dashboards without writing code or relying on data teams. Hannah shares how Coefficient grew from 40 to 600,000 users in just two and a half years, why they're betting big on spreadsheet-native workflows, and what it takes to build a product-led, community-driven brand in today's noisy AI era. From embedding real-time analytics into HubSpot to creating long-tail SEO from Slack communities, Hannah offers a hands-on masterclass in growth, automation, and user obsession.Guest BioHannah Recker is the Head of Growth Marketing at Coefficient, a SaaS platform that transforms ordinary spreadsheets into live data command centers. With over a decade of experience across high-growth startups and B2B tech firms, Hannah has led marketing at the intersection of operations, automation, and community building. She's a former growth leader at Agorapulse and has worked with iconic brands like Fender, Spotify, Klaviyo, and Miro. A passionate builder, Hannah is known for her no-fluff approach to GTM strategy, her early-mover instincts in automation, and her deep understanding of the operational marketer.TakeawaysCoefficient connects spreadsheets to any data source - no data team required.Spreadsheets remain the most flexible reporting tools - don't try to replace them, empower them.Fractional CFOs became a surprise power-user group for Coefficient.60%+ of users are self-serve, and Coefficient sees high virality from product-led growth.AI adoption must be user-first, not investor-driven - start by solving real user pain.Their Slack community isn't just about Coefficient - it's a peer-learning space for ops teams.Using Slack's API to extract community insights can power long-tail SEO content.Leaders need to get their hands dirty with AI to truly understand its value and hire well.The automation boom was about tools—this AI wave is about intentional use and value.Chapters00:00 Welcome and Intro to Hannah Recker01:39 The Real Problem Coefficient Solves02:33 From 40 to 600K Users—How They Did It04:25 Blending Data Sources Inside Spreadsheets06:00 Embedding Google Sheets in HubSpot—A Hidden Gem07:05 Supporting Big Brands Like Spotify and Fender08:21 Freemium to Enterprise: Their GTM Flywheel11:14 Comparing the Automation Boom to the AI Wave13:39 AI, Hype, and the Need for Hands-On Leadership16:55 The Consumer Pushback Against Pointless AI18:17 Suno and Summer Playlists—Using AI for Fun20:06 Why Coefficient Waited to Build AI Features22:23 When to Build a Product Community24:06 Community as a Catalyst for Feature Discovery26:19 Slack vs. Circle: Meeting Users Where They Are28:35 Pulling SEO Value From Slack API29:59 Why Long-Tail Content Is Winning Right Now30:40 Closing Thoughts and Where to Find HannahLinkedIn⁠⁠Follow Hannah Recker on LinkedIn here⁠⁠Follow Justin on LinkedIn here

Want to know exactly what ads your competitors are running on Facebook and Instagram? This video is your ultimate guide to using the Meta Ads Library and powerful tools built on its API to uncover ad strategies, creatives, and targeting insights.You'll discover:✅ Top-performing competitor ads✅ Viral UGC creatives and hooks✅ AI tools for fast, localized content creation✅ Insider tips to test, kill, and scale winning creativesWe also break down examples using top-charting apps and show how to find ads by keyword, page ID, or niche.Whether you're a growth marketer, app founder, or media buyer, this walkthrough will level up your 2025 creative strategy and help you outsmart the competition.Watch the full episode: https://youtube.com/live/aHQN8ZRR8TA?feature=shareWork with us: https://www.appmasters.comIndie App Santa: https://www.indieappsanta.comGet training, coaching, and community: ⁠https://appmastersacademy.com/*********************************************SPONSORSYou ever work with a tool where the support feels like...a ghost town? Yeah, not AppsFlyer.Their support team is massive — like 5x bigger than the industry average. They're global, 24/7, and actually helpful!If you're scaling your app and don't want to be left hanging, check out AppsFlyer dot com or book a demo by clicking this https://tinyurl.com/AppsFlyerAM*********************************************Everyone's talking about web2app funnels - the breakthrough strategy maximizing mobile revenue. But building them in-house takes months of development. web2wave eliminates the complexity with their innovative all-in-one platform✅ powerful drag-and-drop quiz builder✅ streamlined payments✅ comprehensive analytics✅ smart A/B testing✅ and moreLaunch high-performing web2app funnels in days, not months.Visit https://web2wave.com/ to create your web2app funnel for free.*********************************************Follow us:YouTube: ⁠AppMasters.com/YouTube⁠Instagram: ⁠@App MastersTwitter: ⁠@App MastersTikTok: ⁠@stevepyoung⁠Facebook: ⁠App Masters⁠*********************************************

Welcome to the Tearsheet Podcast, where we explore financial services together with an eye on technology, innovation, emerging models, and changing expectations. I'm Tearsheet's editor in chief, Zack Miller. As digital assets mature beyond speculation into practical financial tools, forward-thinking institutions are evaluating how programmable money fits into their product strategies. For traditional banks, it's an opportunity to modernize settlement systems and explore new revenue streams. For fintechs, it's about embedding digital asset capabilities without the regulatory and technical overhead. Today, I'm joined by Ben Milne, whose journey from founding payments innovator Dwolla to now leading Brale offers interesting insights into the evolution of financial infrastructure. At Dwolla, Ben built an API-first payments platform that helped modernize ACH transfers. Now with Brale, he's creating the infrastructure layer for compliant stablecoin issuance across multiple blockchains. What's particularly notable about Ben's transition is how it reflects broader shifts in the financial services landscape—from renovating legacy rails to building entirely new ones. In our conversation, we'll unpack how this experience shapes Brale's approach to working with both incumbents and challengers, the strategic considerations for institutions exploring stablecoins, and what product and strategy executives should be planning for in this rapidly evolving space.

In this episode, Shobhit Chugh, former Google PM and founder of Intentional Product Manager, shares practical strategies for moving beyond execution and becoming a standout product leader—even when you don't have formal authority or a supportive manager.

Ep. 169 features Steven Kenway from Rolling Insights, a multi-sport data platform delivering reliable data to everyone from sharp bettors to startup founders. Steven shares how the team built powerful analytics tools and a developer-friendly API ecosystem to level the playing field in sports data access.   Hear them discuss: • How Rolling Insights spun out of a real estate startup and consultancy • Why Steven believes most fantasy leagues are won by spreadsheet junkies • How acquiring a U.S. data engine became a turning point for the company • Where Rolling Insights fits into the official vs. unofficial data debate • Why startups are the primary customers for their B2B data feeds • The growing demand from sharp bettors and AI modelers • How SportWise and the Breakaway Accelerator fit into their ecosystem • The technical challenges of scraping fast-paced sports like darts • Why he says “you gotta flow like water” when running a startup • His long-term vision to become an official data provider   Catch the video version of this episode here.   Learn more

Join Dan Vega and DaShaun Carter for the latest updates from the Spring Ecosystem. In this episode, Dan and DaShaun are joined by Spring team member Dave Syer to explore the official Spring gRPC project. At the end of this episode, you will understand how Spring gRPC provides a Spring-friendly API for developing high-performance gRPC applications, including server and client autoconfiguration, Spring Boot integration, and streamlined Protocol Buffer handling. The hosts will demonstrate how to build gRPC services with Spring's familiar dependency injection patterns and discuss the benefits of gRPC's HTTP/2-based communication over traditional REST APIs. You can participate in our live stream to ask questions or catch the replay on your preferred podcast platform.Show Notes: Dave Syer on GitHubDave Syer on BlueskySpring gRPC

Christoph is an XR veteran, he worked as an XR developer at Axel Springer, and is now one of the minds behind Laser Limbo, a successful mixed reality game on Quest that turned into a full AR arcade in Berlin. Over the past years he has worked on several projects and full games that merge physical and digital and push the boundaries of what the current generation of headsets is capable of.His recent research has been focused on the camera API leading to some of the craziest AND most polished prototypes I have seen, giving us a glimpse of the future of human computer interaction. Today we will dive into the Camera API and understand:- What is currently the biggest limitation- What are some creative uses you might not have thought about- How he implemented ball tracking in the working prototype, I personally tested- An important question you should ask yourself before even startingSubscribe to XR AI Spotlight weekly newsletter

Is your CMS holding your creativity—and marketing growth—hostage? When speed and agility are everything, most marketing teams are still stuck in the slow lane—waiting on developers to publish updates, launch campaigns, or even fix a typo. Sound familiar? Today's guest says it's time for marketers to take the wheel. Mark Wheeler, Chief Marketing Officer at Storyblok is here to talk about redefining what a CMS should be—with a composable, API-first platform that puts control back in marketers' hands. With clients like Netflix and Adidas, Storyblok is helping to lead a movement away from bloated, outdated systems and toward a faster, smarter, more flexible way of working. About Mark WheelerAs CMO of Storyblok, Mark Wheeler leads the marketing strategy and execution to drive business growth and redefine the CMS category. Recognized as a Top 100 B2B global CMO, he's dedicated to building communities for marketers and developers. With a deep understanding of digital experiences, Mark ensures Storyblok delivers exceptional value. Previously, as CMO of LeanIX, he played a key role in doubling customers in two years and contributing to its successful acquisition by SAP. He has also held senior marketing roles at Nutanix, EMC, Sitecore, and Adobe. RESOURCES Storyblok: https://www.storyblok.com The Agile Brand podcast is brought to you by TEKsystems. Learn more here: https://www.teksystems.com/versionnextnow Catch the future of e-commerce at eTail Boston, August 11-14, 2025. Register now: https://bit.ly/etailboston and use code PARTNER20 for 20% off for retailers and brands Online Scrum Master Summit is happening June 17-19. This 3-day virtual event is open for registration. Visit www.osms25.com and get a 25% discount off Premium All-Access Passes with the code osms25agilebrand Don't Miss MAICON 2025, October 14-16 in Cleveland - the event bringing together the brights minds and leading voices in AI. Use Code AGILE150 for $150 off registration. Go here to register: https://bit.ly/agile150 Connect with Greg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregkihlstrom Don't miss a thing: get the latest episodes, sign up for our newsletter and more: https://www.theagilebrand.show Check out The Agile Brand Guide website with articles, insights, and Martechipedia, the wiki for marketing technology: https://www.agilebrandguide.com The Agile Brand is produced by Missing Link—a Latina-owned strategy-driven, creatively fueled production co-op. From ideation to creation, they craft human connections through intelligent, engaging and informative content. https://www.missinglink.company

There's a new Linux phone, but it stretches the definition of "affordable". Another government is going Libre, Xlibre continues to divide, and Apple brings WSL to their platform. Nano has an update with a secret feature, the kernel may get an API, and Rocky hits 10! For tips we have Uptime Kuma and datadog for system monitoring, and a bug report from pw-cli, for something that really should work. It's fun don't miss it! And don't miss the show notes at https://bit.ly/4jJIA6x Enjoy! Host: Jonathan Bennett Co-Hosts: Ken McDonald and Rob Campbell Download or subscribe to Untitled Linux Show at https://twit.tv/shows/untitled-linux-show Want access to the ad-free video and exclusive features? Become a member of Club TWiT today! https://twit.tv/clubtwit Club TWiT members can discuss this episode and leave feedback in the Club TWiT Discord.

In this episode of Talking Drupal, we delve into the International Drupal Federation Initiative with our guest Tim Doyle, CEO of the Drupal Association. We explore the goals, structure, and potential impact of this initiative on the global Drupal community. Additionally, we cover the Modeler API as our module of the week, discussing its functionalities and future potential. Joining the discussion are hosts John Picozzi, Norah Medlin, Nic Laflin, and Martin Anderson-Clutz, who bring their insights and perspectives to the table. For show notes visit: https://www.talkingDrupal.com/507 Topics Meet the Guest: Tim Doyle Module of the Week: Modeler API Deep Dive into Modeler API Introducing the International Drupal Federation Initiative Governance and Global Impact Challenges and Future Prospects Annual Meeting and Governance Structure Challenges in Crafting Agreements Local Associations and Their Needs Engagement and Communication Strategies Regional Organizations and Governance US-Based Not-for-Profit Focus International Federation and Local Support Potential Risks and Governance Models Implementation Timeline and Costs Legal and Organizational Considerations Community Involvement and Feedback Conclusion and Contact Information Resources International Drupal Federation Initiative Recent DA Video Feature on The Drop Times ASBL Guests Tim Doyle - Drupal.org Tim D. Hosts Nic Laflin - nLighteneddevelopment.com nicxvan John Picozzi - epam.com johnpicozzi Norah Medlin - tekNorah Module of the Week with Martin Anderson-Clutz - mandclu.com mandclu Modeler API The Modeler API provides an API for modules like ECA - Events, Conditions, Actions, Migrate Visualize, AI Agents, and maybe others. The purpose is to allow those modules to utilize modelers like BPMN.iO, (and maybe others in the future) to build diagrams constructed of their components (e.g. plugins) and write them back into module-specific config entities.

Host David Shipley discusses several critical cybersecurity incidents and developments. WestJet, Canada's second-largest airline, faced a cybersecurity breach impacting its mobile app and internal systems. The airline is working with law enforcement to investigate while emphasizing the integrity of its flight operations. Additionally, the Anubis ransomware has evolved, now incorporating a file-wiping function to heighten victim pressure and destruction. The episode also covers a novel malware campaign exploiting Discord's vanity invite system to deliver remote access trojans and info stealers, highlighting platform trust vulnerabilities. Lastly, a significant multi-hour Google Cloud outage caused by an API quota misconfiguration affected numerous services globally, emphasizing the fragility of our interconnected digital infrastructure. The episode underscores the need for robust disaster recovery plans and cautious digital practices. 00:00 Introduction and Overview 00:30 WestJet Cybersecurity Incident 02:15 Anubis Ransomware Evolution 05:35 Discord Vanity Link Hijack 08:35 Google Cloud Outage 10:50 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

In this podcast, Jon Westfall and Todd Ogasawara discussed Apple's latest Worldwide Developers Conference announcements, noting a significant "tone shift" towards developers. While consumer-oriented features for iPhones, iPads, and macOS devices were unveiled, the speakers highlighted Apple's clear targeting of developers. A key takeaway for developers was the ability to integrate Apple's on-device Large Language Model (LLM) into their applications without incurring API fees or requiring a data connection. Jon Westfall, who is developing an app that creates tours from tagged photos, plans to leverage this LLM to generate descriptive text and titles for locations and images. The podcast also delved into several new features. iPadOS is receiving a substantial update with improvements to multitasking, including Stage Manager 2.0 for better window management and the introduction of a menu bar. The Journal app, currently on iPhone, will be coming to iPad. A more Mac-like Files app is also expected, though concerns were raised about its integration with third-party cloud services and local storage schemes. Other anticipated features include a Preview app for iPadOS, local audio capture for video conferencing, studio-quality audio recording for AirPods Pro 2 and possibly AirPods 4, a phone app for macOS, and wrist flick gestures for managing calls on watchOS. The speakers also touched upon "liquid glass" visual effects, the "workout buddy" feature in Apple Fitness, the continued lack of significant updates for Siri, and the potential for background tasks to slow down iPads.

Send us a textCybersecurity vulnerabilities continue to emerge in unexpected places, as evidenced by the recent Iranian-backed attacks on U.S. water treatment facilities through poorly secured Unitronics PLCs. This alarming development sets the stage for our deep dive into API security - a critical yet often overlooked aspect of modern cybersecurity strategy.APIs form the connective tissue of our digital world, enabling seamless communication between different software systems. However, this interconnectivity creates numerous potential entry points for attackers. From RESTful APIs with their statelessness to enterprise-focused SOAP protocols and the newer GraphQL systems, each implementation brings unique security challenges that must be addressed proactively.We explore the most common API security threats facing organizations today: injection attacks that exploit poorly coded interfaces, broken authentication mechanisms that enable unauthorized access, sensitive data exposure through improper configurations, and man-in-the-middle attacks that intercept communications. Understanding these threats is just the beginning - implementing robust countermeasures is where real security happens.Authentication and access controls form the foundation of API security. OAuth, OpenID Connect, and token-based authentication systems provide powerful protection when implemented correctly. However, token management practices - including secure storage, proper revocation procedures, and regular refreshing - are equally critical yet frequently overlooked components of a comprehensive security strategy.API gateways emerge as perhaps the most valuable security control in your arsenal. Acting as centralized checkpoints, they provide enhanced visibility, consistent authentication enforcement, traffic throttling capabilities, and simplified management across numerous API connections. Cloud-based API gateways from major providers offer scalability and robust features that on-premises solutions struggle to match.Beyond the technical controls, we discuss the human element of API security. The most secure implementations balance protection with functionality while fostering collaboration between security professionals and developers. As I emphasize throughout the episode, effective security isn't about forcing compliance - it's about building bridges of understanding between teams with different expertise.Ready to strengthen your API security posture or prepare for your CISSP exam? Visit cisspcybertraining.com for free questions, comprehensive courseware, and a proven blueprint for certification success.Gain exclusive access to 360 FREE CISSP Practice Questions delivered directly to your inbox! Sign up at FreeCISSPQuestions.com and receive 30 expertly crafted practice questions every 15 days for the next 6 months—completely free! Don't miss this valuable opportunity to strengthen your CISSP exam preparation and boost your chances of certification success. Join now and start your journey toward CISSP mastery today!

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OverviewThis newsletter issue commemorates 20 years of TechCrunch, reflecting on its landmark influence in shaping the startup ecosystem and tech journalism since its launch in 2005. Beyond nostalgia, the content reveals key ongoing shifts in technology, venture capital, AI innovation, and market dynamics that continue to define the industry's present and future.Listeners will gain perspective on how TechCrunch grew from a simple Web 2.0 weblog to a foundational startup network hub, alongside insights into current critical trends such as AI's evolving role in venture capital and software development, Apple's design and AI strategy, evolving IPO markets, and debates around AI ethics. The combination of historical context and forward-looking analysis makes this a compelling episode for anyone interested in the tech industry's trajectory.Key Trend 1: The Enduring Influence and Evolution of TechCrunch as a Startup NetworkTechCrunch's founding vision was not only to report new Web 2.0 companies but to serve as a connective platform for entrepreneurs, investors, and innovators globally.It emerged as the definitive startup network akin to how Facebook shaped social networks, fundamentally influencing tech culture, funding, and ecosystem formation.Today, TechCrunch remains a vital resource, expanding its global footprint with strategic partnerships and deeper engagement in key startup hubs like Europe.Key Trend 2: AI's Growing Impact on Venture Capital, Software Development, and Industry StructureAI continues to reshape venture capital with strong focus on B2B operational tooling, platform/API-first startups, and developer-centric innovation.Large models and AI coding tools (e.g., vibe coding, integration in Xcode) signal a shift towards AI-assisted software creation workflows.However, challenges remain in reasoning capabilities of AI models, skeptical internal debates on AI safety, and ethical implications within leading tech firms.Strategic investments and valuation surges of AI companies, such as Anysphere's rapid growth and Meta's big bet on Scale AI, highlight intense competition for AI supremacy.Key Trend 3: The Resurgence of Public Markets and Shifting Investment Dynamics2025 has marked a reopening of the IPO window, especially favoring growth-stage B2B SaaS companies and innovative tech firms with strong fundamentals.High-profile IPOs like Circle and CoreWeave demonstrate renewed investor appetite, with smaller deals sometimes outperforming large ones.Secondary markets in venture capital are becoming primary liquidity sources, with record transaction volumes and large funds specializing in venture secondaries addressing liquidity constraints.AI and defense tech sectors continue attracting major funding rounds and valuations, underpinning strategic industry shifts.Apple's new “Liquid Glass” design language and UI changes blur lines between iPad and Mac, signaling acknowledgment of evolving user expectations.AI-driven interfaces are moving beyond traditional input methods to embrace natural language, voice commands, and conversational experience.Voice AI technologies, such as “Voice in a Box” and true speech-to-speech models that incorporate prosody and emotion, are poised to revolutionize both consumer and enterprise interfaces.The future of devices will increasingly be defined by AI assistance quality rather than hardware aesthetics, with “legacy” hardware becoming less relevant.Key Trend 5: Ethical, Social, and Political Implications of AI and Tech PlatformsMajor tech companies wrestle internally with AI safety, privacy risks, and ethical governance amid fierce innovation pressures.AI's societal impact carries dual potentials for utopia or dystopia, prompting calls for governance frameworks balancing innovation with responsibility.Social media platform changes, such as X's transformation and decentralized alternatives like Bluesky, reveal ongoing tensions in moderation, community cohesion, and political discourse.Criticism of Big Tech growth focus and user experience degradation shows persistent cultural dissatisfaction despite transformative potential.Discussion QuestionsHow has TechCrunch's role as a startup network reshaped the venture capital ecosystem compared to traditional tech media? What lessons does this hold for emerging platforms today?Given the dominance of B2B and automation-focused AI startups in YC's recent accelerator cohorts, what does this suggest about the future directions of AI entrepreneurship versus consumer applications?Apple is pushing hard on design and controlled AI integration, while Meta invests heavily in superintelligence labs—how do these divergent strategies reflect different visions of AI's role in society and technology?What are the implications of the IPO resurgence and growing secondary markets for startup founders, investors, and public market investors in the current economic cycle? Does this signal a sustainable tech market rebound or potential volatility?With ethical concerns rising within companies like Apple and voices like Vinod Khosla warning of AI's societal risks, what governance or regulatory frameworks should be prioritized to ensure safe and equitable AI development?How do changes in social media dynamics—such as the rise of decentralized platforms like Bluesky and the transformation of X under Musk—impact political communication and community building in the digital age?What does the evolution of voice AI and UI convergence (e.g., iPadOS blending with macOS, ‘vibe coding' tools) mean for how individuals will interact with technology in the near future? Could these trends reduce technical barriers or introduce new challenges?Closing SegmentTechCrunch's 20-year journey exemplifies the power of dedicated media to build ecosystems and influence innovation rhythms. As we stand on the threshold of AI-driven transformation, the themes resonate: human connection remains central even as machines advance; technology for good requires intention amid rapid change; and markets and devices evolve to meet new realities while grappling with legacy and complexity.Our final thought: The future will not be defined solely by the most advanced algorithms or sleekest designs, but by how well the industry balances innovation, ethics, human values, and global inclusion to craft a truly transformative technology landscape. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.thatwastheweek.com/subscribe

Stuart Tipples: The Ghost Product Owner vs. The Storytelling Master Read the full Show Notes and search through the world's largest audio library on Agile and Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes. The Great Product Owner: The Storytelling Master Stuart describes an exceptional Product Owner who worked with an API team on what could have been a dry, unsexy product. This PO excelled by maintaining clear availability through established office hours, showing up consistently for the team, and avoiding micromanagement. The standout quality was their ability to tell compelling stories that created clarity and got the team onboard with the vision. Through storytelling, this PO helped the team communicate the value of their work, transforming a potentially mundane product into something meaningful and engaging for both the team and stakeholders. The Bad Product Owner: The Ghost with the Most Stuart encountered a problematic Product Owner working with a customer-portal team dealing with edge cases, legacy systems, and messy code. This PO earned the nickname "The Ghost with the Most" because they were never available when needed. They would miss sprint planning sessions, delay or skip backlog refinement entirely, and leave team members to fill the gap while juggling their own responsibilities. Stuart learned to address this directly by outlining how the PO's behavior affected the team and delivery, asking "Can I help you?" The PO initially reacted defensively but eventually admitted they weren't happy in the role. Self-reflection Question: How effectively does your Product Owner use storytelling to create clarity and help the team understand the value of their work? [Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast Recommends]

In this 40 Minute Mentor bonus episode, you'll hear directly from your Host, James Mitra, as he recaps another brilliant 10 weeks of mentorship. James shares some of his own highlights from this season and shares more about our upcoming plans. If you haven't caught up on this season yet, make sure you scroll back through Season 13...and our 250+ episodes in the archives.

Lucas Nuzzi is a Brazilian-born blockchain analytics expert and data scientist. In November 2022, his on-chain analytical sleuthing gave the world, for the first time, a complete picture of the fraud that had been occurring between FTX and Alameda Research - entities that were both controlled by Sam Bankman-Fried.Lucas and host Aaron Stanley go behind the scenes of his groundbreaking research that revealed $4 billion in commingled funds between FTX and Alameda, providing the first public evidence of systematic fraud. From receiving hundreds of desperate messages from FTX users to working with prosecutors, Lucas shares the personal toll of being on the front lines during crypto's darkest hour. We explore how traditional due diligence failed, why proof of reserves could prevent future collapses, and the lessons learned from SBF's spectacular fall You can follow Lucas on X/Twitter____________________________________________________________Brazil Crypto Report is presented by AveniaIf you're building a wallet, a crypto consumer app, or a global payment platform, Avenia is your bridge to Latin America. Instantly connect to PIX, SPEI, and CBU using stablecoins — with one API. No banks. No FX desks. No SWIFT. Move money globally, with full compliance and real-time settlement. Learn more at avenia.io------------------------------------------------------------------For editorial and sponsorship inquiries: aaron@activomedia.ai#brazil #web3 #crypto #blockchain #bitcoin #ethereum #fintech #latam #defi #onchain #regulation #cryptonews #stablecoins #tokenization

Every enterprise is legit rushing to build AI agents.But there's no instructions. So, what do you do? How do you make sure it works? How do you track reliability and traceability? We dive in and find out.Newsletter: Sign up for our free daily newsletterMore on this Episode: Episode PageJoin the discussion: Have a question? Join the convo here.Upcoming Episodes: Check out the upcoming Everyday AI Livestream lineupWebsite: YourEverydayAI.comEmail The Show: info@youreverydayai.comConnect with Jordan on LinkedInTopics Covered in This Episode:Google Gemini's Veo 3 Video Creation ToolTrust & Reliability in AI AgentsBuilding Reliable AI Agents GuideAgentic AI for Mission-Critical TasksMicro Agentic System Architecture DiscussionNondeterministic Software Challenges for EnterprisesGalileo's Agent Leaderboard OverviewMulti-Agent Systems: Future ProtocolsTimestamps:00:00 "Building Reliable Agentic AI"05:23 The Future of Autonomous AI Agents08:43 Chatbots vs. Agents: Key Differences10:48 "Galileo Drives Enterprise AI Adoption"13:24 Utilizing AI in Regulated Industries18:10 Test-Driven Development for Reliable Agents22:07 Evolving AI Models and Tools24:05 "Multi-Agent Systems Revolution"27:40 Ensuring Reliability in Single AgentsKeywords:Google Gemini, Agentic AI, reliable AI agents, mission-critical tasks, large language models, AI reliability platform, AI implementation, microservices, micro agents, ChuckGPT, AI observability, enterprise applications, nondeterministic software, multi-agentic systems, AI trust, AI authentication, AI communication, AI production, test-driven development, agent EVALS, Hugging Face space, tool calls, expert protocol, MCP protocol, Google A2A protocol, multi-agent systems, agent reliability, real-time prevention, CICD aspect, mission-critical agents, nondeterministic world, reliable software, Galileo, agent leaderboard, AI planning, AI execution, observability feedback, API calls, tool selection quality.Send Everyday AI and Jordan a text message. (We can't reply back unless you leave contact info) Try Google Veo 3 today! Sign up at gemini.google to get started. Try Google Veo 3 today! Sign up at gemini.google to get started.

Mark Ericksen, creator of the Elixir LangChain framework, joins the Elixir Wizards to talk about LLM integration in Elixir apps. He explains how LangChain abstracts away the quirks of different AI providers (OpenAI, Anthropic's Claude, Google's Gemini) so you can work with any LLM in one more consistent API. We dig into core features like conversation chaining, tool execution, automatic retries, and production-grade fallback strategies. Mark shares his experiences maintaining LangChain in a fast-moving AI world: how it shields developers from API drift, manages token budgets, and handles rate limits and outages. He also reveals testing tactics for non-deterministic AI outputs, configuration tips for custom authentication, and the highlights of the new v0.4 release, including “content parts” support for thinking-style models. Key topics discussed in this episode: • Abstracting LLM APIs behind a unified Elixir interface • Building and managing conversation chains across multiple models • Exposing application functionality to LLMs through tool integrations • Automatic retries and fallback chains for production resilience • Supporting a variety of LLM providers • Tracking and optimizing token usage for cost control • Configuring API keys, authentication, and provider-specific settings • Handling rate limits and service outages with degradation • Processing multimodal inputs (text, images) in Langchain workflows • Extracting structured data from unstructured LLM responses • Leveraging “content parts” in v0.4 for advanced thinking-model support • Debugging LLM interactions using verbose logging and telemetry • Kickstarting experiments in LiveBook notebooks and demos • Comparing Elixir LangChain to the original Python implementation • Crafting human-in-the-loop workflows for interactive AI features • Integrating Langchain with the Ash framework for chat-driven interfaces • Contributing to open-source LLM adapters and staying ahead of API changes • Building fallback chains (e.g., OpenAI → Azure) for seamless continuity • Embedding business logic decisions directly into AI-powered tools • Summarization techniques for token efficiency in ongoing conversations • Batch processing tactics to leverage lower-cost API rate tiers • Real-world lessons on maintaining uptime amid LLM service disruptions Links mentioned: https://rubyonrails.org/ https://fly.io/ https://zionnationalpark.com/ https://podcast.thinkingelixir.com/ https://github.com/brainlid/langchain https://openai.com/ https://claude.ai/ https://gemini.google.com/ https://www.anthropic.com/ Vertex AI Studio https://cloud.google.com/generative-ai-studio https://www.perplexity.ai/ https://azure.microsoft.com/ https://hexdocs.pm/ecto/Ecto.html https://oban.pro/ Chris McCord's ElixirConf EU 2025 Talk https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ojL_VHc4gLk Getting started: https://hexdocs.pm/langchain/gettingstarted.html https://ash-hq.org/ https://hex.pm/packages/langchain https://hexdocs.pm/igniter/readme.html https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WM9iQlQSFg @brainlid on Twitter and BlueSky Special Guest: Mark Ericksen.

In this episode of This New Way, Aydin sits down with Sukhpal Saini, founder of Engyne, to dive into how AI is reshaping the way we build products, market them, and even manage our personal networks. Sukhpal shares how he prototypes with AI, automates content creation, and turns conversations into distribution-ready assets. From building 30+ products to launching a Canva app for LinkedIn carousels, this episode is packed with actionable insights. Timestamps:0:00 — Intro: Welcome to This New Way1:30 — The AI curiosity wave and why people are hungry for tactical content4:00 — Suk's journey from IBM, Apple, and Saks to 30+ side projects and Engyne5:45 — The shift from building in Figma to building 5 real prototypes with A8:00 — Using Replit and ChatGPT to get fast, real customer feedback13:00 — How marketers can build lead gen tools without engineering16:30 — Will we have fewer engineers in the future? 19:00 — Demo #1: Nexus — Using AI to query your own network22:00 — Why personal productivity tools no longer require SaaS subscriptions24:50 — Demo #2: A Voice of Customer app to analyze transcripts and shape messaging29:00 — Demo #3: Carousel Studio — Turn your ideas into LinkedIn carousels with a Canva app35:00 — The power of creating from your unique opinion, not AI-generated fluff37:00 — Engyne's vision: Become a mini media machine39:00 — Closing thoughts and future predictions for AI-powered solo businessesTools and Technologies Mentioned:Replit – A browser-based coding environment that lets you write, run, and deploy software quickly. Suk uses it to rapidly prototype multiple product ideas in minutes.ChatGPT – OpenAI's conversational AI model, used to generate code, iterate on features, and assist in product development.Claude – An AI assistant developed by Anthropic, used similarly to ChatGPT for coding and ideation.Prisma – A modern ORM (Object-Relational Mapping) tool for Node.js and TypeScript, used in Suk's Voice of Customer app to manage the database.OpenAI API – The underlying API that powers GPT models like ChatGPT, allowing users to integrate AI functionality into their custom apps.Enjoyed the episode? Subscribe at thisnewway.com

Container-based Linux distributions are gaining traction, especially for edge deployments that demand lightweight and secure operating systems. Talos Linux, developed by Sidero Labs, is purpose-built for Kubernetes with security-first features like a fully immutable file system and disabled SSH access. In a demo, Sidero CTO Andrew Rynhard and Head of Product Justin Garrison explained Talos's design philosophy, highlighting its minimalism and focus on automation. Inspired by CoreOS, Talos removes traditional tools like systemd and Bash, replacing them with machineD, a custom process manager written in Go.Talos emphasizes API-driven management rather than SSH, making Kubernetes cluster operations more scalable and consistent. Its design supports cloud, bare metal, Docker, and edge devices like Raspberry Pi. Kernel immutability is reinforced by ephemeral signing keys. Through Sidero's Omni SaaS, Talos nodes connect securely via WireGuard. The operating system handles all certificates and network connectivity internally, streamlining security and deployment. As Garrison notes, Talos delivers a portable API for “big iron, small iron—no matter what.”Learn more from The New Stack about Sidero Labs:  Is Cluster API Really the Future of Kubernetes Deployment? Choosing a Linux Distribution Join our community of newsletter subscribers to stay on top of the news and at the top of your game. https://thenewstack.io/newsletter/ 

Amazon sunsets Posts, Temu's U.S. traffic drops 48% post-tariff shift, Walmart fee waived for MCF, and new Ads tool. These and more buzzing news on this week's episode! ► Instagram: instagram.com/serioussellerspodcast ► Free Amazon Seller Chrome Extension: https://h10.me/extension ► Sign Up For Helium 10: https://h10.me/signup  (Use SSP10 To Save 10% For Life) ► Learn How To Sell on Amazon: https://h10.me/ft ► Watch The Podcasts On YouTube: youtube.com/@Helium10/videos We're back with another episode of the Weekly Buzz with Helium 10's Senior Brand Evangelist, Shivali Patel. Every week, we cover the latest breaking news in the Amazon, Walmart, and E-commerce space, talk about Helium 10's newest features, and provide a training tip for the week for serious sellers of any level. The Posts API will be discontinued as of June 3, 2025 https://advertising.amazon.com/API/docs/en-us/release-notes/index#posts-are-deprecated-as-of-june-3-2025 Create up to 100 coupons at once with new bulk upload feature https://sellercentral.amazon.com/seller-news/articles/QVRWUERLSUtYMERFUiNHUlc5Q0FTQjZGUVVVUjk1   Set automated ad rules in Ads by Helium 10 based on inventory levels—pause, bid adjust, or trigger actions as stock changes.   Floor loaded shipping now available for Amazon Partnered Carrier program https://sellercentral.amazon.com/seller-news/articles/QVRWUERLSUtYMERFUiNHOUtGQlk0WUxITEI3Uk1B Surcharge waived for use of alternative carriers to fulfill Walmart orders https://sellercentral.amazon.com/seller-news/articles/QVRWUERLSUtYMERFUiNHSFYzUEtXODg5Q0NMWURE Helium 10's Keyword Tracker with Boost lets you track keyword rankings hourly—24 times a day—for real-time insights across browsing conditions.   Temu sees 48% drop in US users after de minimis loophole ends https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/retail/2025/06/04/temu-user-base-plunges-tariffs/84028372007/   Prepping for Prime Day 2025? Don't miss our complete Prime Day checklist—stay organized and boost your momentum! Go to h10.me/primedaychecklist In this episode of the Weekly Buzz by Helium 10, Shivali covers: 00:46 - Bye Amazon Posts 01:57 - Bulk Coupon Upload 02:42 - PPC Inventory Rule 08:38 - No Pallet? No Problem 09:38 - Walmart Fee Waived 10:35 - Hourly Keyword Tracking 13:19  - Temu Traffic Drops 48% 14:27 - EU Battery Ban Incoming 15:58 - Prime Day Checklist

President Donald Trump announced a significant trade deal with China, which he states is nearly complete and pending final approval from himself and China's president. This agreement reportedly includes China providing rare earth metals upfront, with the U.S. receiving 55% tariffs and China 10%, highlighting an "excellent" relationship between the two nations. The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) has released their annual logistics report, revealing a substantial increase in the logistics portion of the U.S. GDP for 2024. This share rose by $133 billion to $2.58 trillion, marking a 5.4% increase from the previous year, and is not expected to decrease soon. Union Pacific is actively rolling out a multifaceted technology strategy designed to benefit both truckers and rail shippers across its network. Key initiatives include the implementation of API solutions for real-time shipment updates, comprehensive GPS tracking for containers, and the utilization of RailPulse technology for real-time railcar data. These advancements, alongside an updated website and customer portal, aim to improve service, reduce wait times at intermodal ramps, and enhance overall safety and efficiency. Tune in today to FreightWaves TV for a new episode of What The Truck?!? At noon, followed by Truck Tech with Thomas Wasson later this afternoon. Don't forget to sign up for the Enterprise Fleet Summit on July 23rd and the Supply Chain AI Symposium on July 30th in Washington D.C.. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The financial services industry is undergoing deep technological change. API-first architectures are creating new possibilities for integration. Digital platforms are democratizing access to investing. Artificial intelligence is personalizing wealth management. Digital-first brokerages are redefining what's possible. Global investing barriers are falling. Traditional firms are navigating complex digital transformations. And infrastructure companies are scaling to meet growing demands. To help us understand these critical trends, we're joined by Harry Temkin, Chief Digital Officer at DriveWealth. DriveWealth is at the forefront of embedded investing technology, powering fractional trading and digital investment experiences for partners across the globe. As CDO, Harry leads the company's technology strategy and digital innovation initiatives, bringing decades of experience in financial technology.

The National Federation of Independent Business released their monthly Small Business Optimism Index; Kevin takes a look at the data, offers his insights and puts the information into historical perspective. The U.S. Senate Finance Committee is considering "watering down" Trump's tax promises; Kevin looks at the items and adjustments, offers his opinion, insights and how you can voice your opinion. Kevin offers an update on the tariff talks between China and the U.S. Additionally, Kevin points out how China may be trying to avoid any possible tariffs. President Trump has delayed tariffs on the European Union until July 9th. Costco posted their revenue and profit numbers and their plans regarding potential tariffs; Kevin talks about the details and offers his insights. Oil and gas prices react to U.S. and China trade talks, Saudi crude exports to China set to fall slightly, anticipated U.S. crude oil inventory data from API and EIA, new sanctions on Russia and OPEC+ output increases.

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Welcome back to the DevOps Toolchain podcast! In this episode, host Joe Colantonio is joined by Temil Sanchez, a Product Manager at SmartBear, for a deep dive into how quality truly becomes a team effort—especially when aligning development, QA, and product teams within agile API environments. Together, they explore the evolution and surge in API adoption, the unique challenges of collaborating on APIs in agile settings, and the importance of closing feedback loops to deliver reliable software faster. Temil shares his journey from QA engineering to product management, offers insights on bridging the gaps between technical and non-technical roles, and provides details on how SmartBear's new API Hub aims to unify teams across the API lifecycle. Additionally, discover the latest platform innovations, including contract testing, collaboration features, and AI-powered design tools that make API quality accessible to everyone—developers, testers, and even product managers. If you've ever struggled with fragmented processes or siloed teams in your API projects, this episode is packed with practical tips and tools to level up your DevOps practice. Listen up! Head over to https://testguild.me/apihub to learn more and get started.

The National Federation of Independent Business released their monthly Small Business Optimism Index; Kevin takes a look at the data, offers his insights and puts the information into historical perspective. The U.S. Senate Finance Committee is considering "watering down" Trump's tax promises; Kevin looks at the items and adjustments, offers his opinion, insights and how you can voice your opinion. Kevin offers an update on the tariff talks between China and the U.S. Additionally, Kevin points out how China may be trying to avoid any possible tariffs. President Trump has delayed tariffs on the European Union until July 9th. Costco posted their revenue and profit numbers and their plans regarding potential tariffs; Kevin talks about the details and offers his insights. Oil and gas prices react to U.S. and China trade talks, Saudi crude exports to China set to fall slightly, anticipated U.S. crude oil inventory data from API and EIA, new sanctions on Russia and OPEC+ output increases.

Facilitator: BradTopic: WWDC overview for first hour;  Is there another version of Air pods Pro 4 coming out?; Can you change the tone in the Air pod Pro 2?;  People saying voice cutting out on Iphone?; Using Mailbox Filters;  Concerned Apple Phone app changing the quality of life with IOS 26; Using Find My with Seeing AI;  Curious of how Phone app work on iPads; What's API?;  How to disconnect or pause the Air pods Pro to just use phone?;  Buzz Byte:   Brad:  A look at Mailbox Filters; Q & A

In this episode, I chat with Jonathan, a rapidly rising expert on Twitter known for building and scaling AI-driven marketing automations using tools like n8n and custom API integrations. We explore the practical realities of "vibe marketing" automation beyond hype, revealing how real-world workflows are being constructed today and why true expertise in marketing is essential for effective automation. Listeners will gain insights into automating audience research, creative production, and ad performance analysis at scale, as well as actionable tips for getting started and leveraging AI tools to 10x their output.Timestamps(00:00) – Introduction to Jonathan and Marketing Automation The host introduces Jonathan and sets the stage for a discussion on modern marketing automation tools and why they're currently so powerful.(02:45) – Jonathan's Background and Automation Journey Jonathan shares how he got into marketing automation, his paid ads background, and the evolution from manual work to automation.(07:30) – Key Tools and Stack for Automation The host and Jonathan discuss their tech stacks, highlighting n8n, railway.com, and custom front-end interfaces to streamline automation.(12:15) – Top Marketing Automation Workflows Jonathan outlines his most effective workflows: audience research, creative generation, and scaling marketing insights.(18:00) – Audience Research Automation: Reddit Scraping and Analysis A deep dive into using n8n to scrape Reddit, filter and analyze discussions, and extract actionable marketing insights and customer language.(25:40) – Twitter Insights Automation How Jonathan automates scraping Twitter for popular posts, identifying top-performing content and structuring it for ongoing content creation.(31:10) – Creative Production Automation Jonathan explains workflows for bulk generating ad variations using OpenAI's Image Gen API, including reference image analysis and prompt engineering.(38:20) – Custom Front-End Interfaces for Workflows The pair discuss integrating user-friendly front-end UIs (using Lovable or Bolt) with n8n backend automations for client and team use.(44:50) – Automating Ad Performance Analysis Jonathan describes a flow for pulling and analyzing Facebook Ads data, using sub-agents for performance analysis, deep research, and new ad creation.(51:10) – Video Ad Automation and Future Trends A look at how video ad automation is evolving and the current limitations and opportunities, including upcoming tools like Google Veo 3.(56:40) – Speeding Up Workflow Creation with Perplexity and Claude The host and Jonathan discuss using AI (Perplexity, Claude 4) to generate n8n workflow JSON, streamlining the automation development process.Key PointsExpertise in Marketing is Essential for Automation: To automate marketing workflows effectively, you need a deep understanding of marketing processes themselves. Only then can you define, script, and automate successful campaigns[1].Automating Audience Research Drives Results: Bulk scraping and analyzing platforms like Reddit and Twitter allow marketers to extract pain points, trigger events, and customer language at scale, informing ad copy and creative direction.Creative Volume is Game-Changing: Automation tools like OpenAI's Image Gen API enable the generation of hundreds of ad variations, feeding algorithms for higher performance and lower costs.Custom Front-Ends Improve Workflow Accessibility: Building user-friendly interfaces (using tools like Lovable or Bolt) for complex n8n automations makes them accessible to non-technical team members and clients.AI Accelerates Workflow Development: Using AI tools like Perplexity and Claude to generate n8n workflow JSON reduces the time and technical skill required to build sophisticated automations.Human-in-the-Loop Remains Critical: While automation handles the heavy lifting, human oversight is still needed for nuanced analysis, curation, and final ad selection.Notable QuotesJonathan: “You have to be an expert at that thing to be able to go and actually build out these automations. But when you do that, you can automate 80% of the work that you previously were doing.”Jonathan: “I literally just tell Claude what I want to build, and then it maps it out for me. And then you kind of have a canvas that is like 60, 70, 80% there depending on the complexity.”Cody: “Your customers are your best advertisers, so taking their exact wording and phrases is for sure going to be an effective marketing strategy a lot of the time.”Actionable Takeaways for Founders, Marketers, and PodcastersStart with a Core Marketing Process: Identify a repeatable marketing workflow you fully understand before attempting to automate it.Invest in Audience Research Automation: Use tools to scrape and analyze discussions on Reddit, Twitter, and other platforms to extract customer pain points and language for your messaging[2].Bulk Generate and Test Creatives: Leverage AI to produce hundreds of ad variations, enabling rapid testing and optimization of creative assets.Automate Performance Analysis: Implement workflows to automatically pull and analyze campaign performance data, allowing you to focus on strategy and execution[8].Simplify Tool Accessibility: Build custom UIs for your automation tools to make them accessible for your entire team, not just engineers.Accelerate Workflow Development: Use AI-powered tools like Perplexity and Claude to generate automation scripts and reduce development time.Brought to you byTalentFiber – Hire top offshore engineers with US experience at half the cost of US hires. - talentfiber.comWhere to the find Guest: https://x.com/vibemarketer_ https://linktr.ee/vibemarketerResources Mentionedhttps://www.youtube.com/@nateherkhttps://www.youtube.com/@Mark_Kashefhttps://www.youtube.com/@AI-GPTWorkshop/videosRapidAPI – Access a wide range of third-party APIs for quick integrations. - rapidapi.comApify – Scrape websites and extract data at scale. - apify.comTwitterAPI.io – Free and affordable Twitter data scraping tool. - twitterapi.io

Is EDI broken or just misunderstood? In this reunion episode of Freight Friends, Blythe Brumleve welcomes Grace Sharkey back to the mic to talk about her new role at Orderful, the state of freight media, and why so many companies are still struggling with EDI integrations. From customer horror stories to a Christmas Eve miracle involving Walmart, Grace shares why she's betting big on solving one of freight's most persistent pain points. Key takeaways: Media experience is a hidden weapon for logistics companies trying to build trust and relevance Grace's new role at Orderful focuses on making EDI less painful, faster to implement, and API-friendly Many brokers delay switching tech out of fear of cost when in reality, it's the bad setup that's costing them Freight tech storytelling needs to focus more on the people using it, not just the software Orderful is solving a known problem with actual working tech (that's already saved Christmas at least once)LINKS:Grace's LinktreeNick Stachel's LinkedInOrderful's WebsiteThe Supply Chain Is the ProductThe Logistics of SHEIN: From Imports to InfluencersWATCH THE FULL EPISODE HEREFeedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know. -----------------------------------------THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS! Are you experienced in freight sales or already an independent freight agent? Listen to our Freight Agent Trenches interview series powered by SPI Logistics to hear from the company's agents on how they took the leap and found a home with SPI freight agent program. CargoRex – Your Logistics Hub. Explore, discover, and evolve with the all-in-one platform connecting you to the top logistics tools, services, and industry voices. Whether you're a leader, researcher, or creator, CargoRex helps you stay ahead. Explore Now Digital Dispatch maximizes your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers. Check out our website services here.

ZAPISZ SIĘ NA NAGRANIE PODCASTU "TECHSTORIE" NA ŻYWO: https://forms.gle/XjuPCna2TepVjdgP7 Kurz wyborczy opadł, dlatego można z chłodną głową zasiąść do analizy, czy i kto próbował mieszać w polskich wyborach. Wiadomo, że Rosja i Białoruś od zawsze próbują wpływać na nastroje Polaków - i teraz było podobnie. Tyle, że dodatkowo okazało się, że algorytmy jednej z platform są wyraźnie przyjaźniej nastawione wobec jednego z polskich polityków - a przynajmniej tak wynika z analizy serwisu Global Witness. Ten odcinek podcastu "Techstorie" jest swoistym "reality check", w którym sprawdzamy, jakie nieczyste chwyty były zastosowane podczas wyboróów. Czy algorytmizacja polityki poszła tak daleko, że żyjemy w zamkniętych bańkach i tylko w ich obrębie może trwać kampania? I w końcu - czy środowisko konserwatywno-prawicowe znalazło złoty środek na wygrywanie wyborów dzięki platformom cyfrowym? GOŚCIE ODCINKA: - Aleksandra Wójtowicz, analityczka ds. cyfrowych PISM - Ava Lee, ekspertka z międzynarodowej organizacji śledczej Global Witness zajmującej się analizą platform społecznościowych. NA SKRÓTY: 05:14 Wnioski po wyborach 13:54 TikTok i prawica 23:56 Doppelganger 39:25 Algorytm zwycięstwa ŹRÓDŁA: - O długich mackach Estratos: https://demagog.org.pl/analizy_i_raporty/kampania-poza-kontrola-od-madrytu-po-warszawe-kto-naprawde-stoi-za-politycznymi-reklamami - O TikToku i prawicy: https://globalwitness.org/en/campaigns/digital-threats/tiktok-algorithm-recommends-twice-as-much-hard-right-content-to-users-ahead-of-polish-election/ - O Rosjanach w kampanii: https://alliance4europe.eu/doppelganger-polish-presidential-p2 - O Rosjanach w USA: https://www.wired.com/story/project-good-old-usa-russia-2024-election/ *W pierwotnej wersji odcinka padły słowa o tym, że TikTok nie ma otwartego API dla badaczy. Usunęliśmy te zdania, ponieważ taki dostęp dla badaczy i akademików do API TikToka jest możliwy. Ale należy podkreślić, że uzyskanie takiego dostępu wymaga przejścia procesu dopuszczenia, który potrafi trwać kilka tygodni. Dostęp więc jest, ale nie bez utrudnień.

Topics covered in this episode: platformdirs poethepoet - “Poe the Poet is a batteries included task runner that works well with poetry or with uv.” Python Pandas Ditches NumPy for Speedier PyArrow pointblank: Data validation made beautiful and powerful Extras Joke Watch on YouTube About the show Sponsored by us! Support our work through: Our courses at Talk Python Training The Complete pytest Course Patreon Supporters Connect with the hosts Michael: @mkennedy@fosstodon.org / @mkennedy.codes (bsky) Brian: @brianokken@fosstodon.org / @brianokken.bsky.social Show: @pythonbytes@fosstodon.org / @pythonbytes.fm (bsky) Join us on YouTube at pythonbytes.fm/live to be part of the audience. Usually Monday at 10am PT. Older video versions available there too. Finally, if you want an artisanal, hand-crafted digest of every week of the show notes in email form? Add your name and email to our friends of the show list, we'll never share it. Michael #1: platformdirs A small Python module for determining appropriate platform-specific dirs, e.g. a "user data dir". Why the community moved on from appdirs to platformdirs At AppDirs: Note: This project has been officially deprecated. You may want to check out pypi.org/project/platformdirs/ which is a more active fork of appdirs. Thanks to everyone who has used appdirs. Shout out to ActiveState for the time they gave their employees to work on this over the years. Better than AppDirs: Works today, works tomorrow – new Python releases sometimes change low-level APIs (win32com, pathlib, Apple sandbox rules). platformdirs tracks those changes so your code keeps running. First-class typing – no more types-appdirs stubs; editors autocomplete paths as Path objects. Richer directory set – if you need a user's Downloads folder or a per-session runtime dir, there's a helper for it. Cleaner internals – rewritten to use pathlib, caching, and extensive test coverage; all platforms are exercised in CI. Community stewardship – the project lives in the PyPA orbit and gets security/compatibility patches quickly. Brian #2: poethepoet - “Poe the Poet is a batteries included task runner that works well with poetry or with uv.” from Bob Belderbos Tasks are easy to define and are defined in pyproject.toml Michael #3: Python Pandas Ditches NumPy for Speedier PyArrow Pandas 3.0 will significantly boost performance by replacing NumPy with PyArrow as its default engine, enabling faster loading and reading of columnar data. Recently talked with Reuven Lerner about this on Talk Python too. In the next version, v3.0, PyArrow will be a required dependency, with pyarrow.string being the default type inferred for string data. PyArrow is 10 times faster. PyArrow offers columnar storage, which eliminates all that computational back and forth that comes with NumPy. PyArrow paves the way for running Pandas, by default, on Copy on Write mode, which improves memory and performance usage. Brian #4: pointblank: Data validation made beautiful and powerful “With its … chainable API, you can … validate your data against comprehensive quality checks …” Extras Brian: Ruff rules Ruff users, what rules are using and what are you ignoring? Python 3.14.0b2 - did we already cover this? Transferring your Mastodon account to another server, in case anyone was thinking about doing that I'm trying out Fathom Analytics for privacy friendly analytics Michael: Polars for Power Users: Transform Your Data Analysis Game Course Joke: Does your dog bite?

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Before Postman became a category-defining platform used by millions of developers, it was a personal side project. In this episode, co-founder and CEO Abhinav Asthana shares how he went from hacking on API tools in Bangalore to leading a global company with nearly 900 employees across three continents. We talk about: Building a developer-first product that spread through word of mouth Choosing a CEO when everyone on the founding team is an engineer How to reach U.S. customers before you have a U.S. presence Why authenticity beats thought leadership when you're building in public Going from “ramen profitability” to Series A in just 17 months Whether you're an engineer who's thinking about starting something of your own, a founder operating outside of Silicon Valley, or just curious how Postman actually works, this episode is packed with tactical insights. RUNTIME 49:19 EPISODE BREAKDOWN (2:39) “ Being a developer who loved to hack and also design, I just decided to try my hand at this.” (4:00) “ We had a hypothesis, but we didn't have a company.” (6:08) Abhinav built goodwill with the developer community by being helpful (9:26) How they settled on the name “Postman” (11:51) On a team of engineers, how do you decide who should become CEO? (15:00) Who was their first key hire outside of the founding team? (20:15) Why he thinks early-stage startups should seek “ramen profitability” (23:23) “ Our first marketing hire was about two years in.” (25:18) What it was like to go from a seed round to Series A in just 17 months (30:02) “ At that point, it kind of became clear that this is a new kind of category.” (32:15) How Postman's branding dovetails with the platform's underlying technology (36:13) One thing he would have done differently in the run-up to the Series A (38:48) Managing cross-border growth when you're based in Bangalore (40:56) “ Building the company in two different places… it's just incredibly hard.” (44:47) “ Don't skimp on two things ever in starting a venture-funded company: your lawyer, and your accountant.” (45:52) One question he'd have to ask the CEO if he were interviewing for a job with an early-stage startup. LINKS Abhinav Asthana Postman Postman raises $50 million to deliver its API collaboration platform to more partners, 6/19/19, VentureBeat SUBSCRIBE

The Stable Values API is a preview feature in Java 25 that allows developers to define immutable objects that are initialized at most once. It combines the flexibility of lazy initialization with the performance advantages of final fields. In this episode, Ana hosts Per Minborg, a member of the Java Core Library team at Oracle and co-author of JEP 502 on Stable Values. Per explains the concept behind Stable Values and how this approach addresses the drawbacks of eager initialization in Java. By deferring the creation of expensive resources until they are actually needed, Stable Values contribute to more efficient application startup. He also discusses the design process and specifics of the API, highlighting its benefits in multi-threaded environments—particularly its ability to ensure thread-safe, at-most-once initialization without the need for complex synchronization mechanisms.

Episode Topic: Ken Stott, Field CTO at Hasura, joins PayPod to explore how modern fintech leaders can navigate trust, regulation, decentralization, and AI in today's data landscape. He explains how intelligent agents, semantic layers, and universal data access are shaping the next generation of financial data architecture. Lessons You'll Learn: Learn why regulators and AI demand the same data semantics, how decentralization shapes real-world data stacks, and how Hasura's tools help derive value without overhauling systems. About Our Guest: Ken Stott is the Field CTO at Hasura, bringing decades of data strategy experience to the table. He's helping businesses transition to decentralized, AI-powered data ecosystems by implementing Hasura's semantic-driven, API-first stack. Ken's insights bridge regulatory needs, operational demands, and technological possibilities. Topics Covered: Semantics, AI, and regulatory compliance Intelligent data agents and task automation Decentralization and modern data realities API-first ecosystems and orchestration Hasura's universal data access layer and PromptQL  

Sebastian Barrios was the longtime head of product and engineering at Mercado Libre, the largest company in Latin America—valued at over $100 billion and home to more than 100,000 employees. There, he led a team of more than 18,000 engineers across 18 countries and oversaw an astonishing 30,000 code deployments a day. Before Mercado Libre, he founded multiple startups, including a ridesharing company that competed directly with Uber in Latin America. And at just 17, he got a personal phone call from Steve Jobs asking him to take his app off the App Store. Today, Sebastian is the SVP of Engineering at Roblox.What you'll learn:• Why Mercado Libre operates with 95% fewer PMs than typical tech companies (and how it actually works)• How to maintain product quality with 30,000 daily deployments and distributed ownership• The weekly email system Sebastian uses to maintain alignment with leadership• How to build a culture of radical candor and direct feedback in a traditionally hierarchical region• The counterintuitive approach to product reviews that keeps 18,000 engineers aligned• How to evaluate hype cycles (crypto, AI) pragmatically while staying innovative—Brought to you by:Merge—A single API to add hundreds of integrations into your appVanta—Automate compliance. Simplify securityLinkedIn Ads—Reach professionals and drive results for your business—Where to find Sebastian Barrios:• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zebas/—Where to find Lenny:• Newsletter: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com• X: https://twitter.com/lennysan• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lennyrachitsky/—In this episode, we cover:(00:00) Introduction to Sebastian Barrios and Mercado Libre(05:03) Mercado Libre's scale and unique ways of operating(14:48) AI's impact on operations(19:19) Empowering teams and reducing fear of failure(34:20) The importance of radical candor(38:26) Weekly updates(41:03) Avoiding hype cycles(44:24) When Steve Jobs personally called 17-year-old Sebastian(49:00) Building successful app businesses(55:33) Unique personal habits(01:04:00) Raising independent children(01:07:15) Lightning round and final thoughts—Referenced:• Mercado Libre: https://www.mercadolibre.com/• Claude: https://claude.ai/• Salesforce: https://www.salesforce.com/• Nvidia: https://www.nvidia.com/• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/• Adobe: https://www.adobe.com/• Uber: https://www.uber.com/• OpenAI: https://openai.com/• Marcos Galperin on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcosgalperin/• Cursor: https://www.cursor.com/• Windsurf: https://windsurf.com/• Which companies produce the best product managers: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/which-companies-produce-the-best• Which companies accelerate PM careers most: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/which-companies-accelerate-your-pm• How Revolut trains world-class product managers: The “local CEO” model, raw intellect over experience, and a cultural obsession with building wow products | Dmitry Zlokazov (Head of Product): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/how-revolut-trains-world-class-product-managers• Intercom: https://www.intercom.com/• Atlassian: https://www.atlassian.com/• Radical Candor: From theory to practice with author Kim Scott: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/radical-candor-from-theory-to-practice• Managing up: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/managing-up• Steve Jobs: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steve_Jobs• Tobi Lütke's leadership playbook: Playing infinite games, operating from first principles, and maximizing human potential (founder and CEO of Shopify): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/tobi-lutkes-leadership-playbook• Everything Everywhere All at Once: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6710474/• Dune on Max: https://www.max.com/movies/dune/e7dc7b3a-a494-4ef1-8107-f4308aa6bbf7• Bluey on Disney+: https://www.disneyplus.com/browse/entity-fa6973b9-e7cf-49fb-81a2-d4908e4bf694• Mentava: https://www.mentava.com/• Matt Bateman's website: https://mattbateman.xyz/• Beast Academy: https://beastacademy.com/• David protein bars: https://davidprotein.com/• Marc Andreessen on X: https://x.com/pmarca• Tatami mats: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tatami—Recommended books:• Radical Candor: Be a Kick-Ass Boss Without Losing Your Humanity: https://www.amazon.com/Radical-Candor-Kick-Ass-Without-Humanity/dp/1250103509• High Output Management: https://www.amazon.com/High-Output-Management-Andrew-Grove/dp/0679762884/• The Odyssey: https://www.amazon.com/Odyssey-Homer/dp/0140268863• The Dream Machine: https://www.amazon.com/Dream-Machine-M-Mitchell-Waldrop/dp/1732265119/• Dune: https://www.amazon.com/Dune-Chronicles-Book-1/dp/0441013597/—Production and marketing by https://penname.co/. For inquiries about sponsoring the podcast, email podcast@lennyrachitsky.com.—Lenny may be an investor in the companies discussed. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.lennysnewsletter.com/subscribe

In this episode, I'll explain what preferred shares are, how they compare to stocks and bonds, their pros and cons, and whether they belong in a portfolio. I'll end things by sharing some fascinating data from a dividend expert who analyzed the average dividend growth rate of the S&P 500 from 1936 until now, and I'll compare that to inflation. Join the world's largest free Dividend Discord ➜ https://discord.gg/kkSr5FY Join my channel membership as a GenEx Partner to access new perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuOS-UH_s4KGhArN6HdRB0Q/join Seeking Alpha Affiliate Referral Link ➜ https://link.seekingalpha.com/2352ZCK/4G6SHH/ Click my FAST Graphs Link (Use coupon code AFFILIATE25 to get 25% off your 1st payment) ➜ https://fastgraphs.com/?ref=GenExDividendInvestor Please use my Amazon Affiliates Link ➜ https://amzn.to/2YLxsiW Thanks! As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Support me & get Patreon perks ➜ https://www.patreon.com/join/genexdividendinvestor Use my Financial Modeling Prep affiliate link for awesome stock API data (up to a 25% discount) ➡️ https://site.financialmodelingprep.com/pricing-plans?couponCode=genex25

Keywords:  mergers, acquisitions, management consulting, technology, startups, venture capital, incubators, sports management, entrepreneurship, COVID-19, broadcast technology, mergers and acquisitions, problem solving, AI in business, scalable business models, business integration, technology adoption, small business growth, operational efficiency, entrepreneurial strategies Summary:  In this episode, Charles Sims shares his extensive experience in management consulting, technology, and venture capital, focusing on mergers and acquisitions. He discusses his journey from working with small businesses to becoming the CTO of the LA Clippers and the United Talent Agency. Charles emphasizes the importance of technology in business operations and the role of effective communication in securing investments. He also highlights common mistakes startups make and the differences between angel investors and venture capitalists, especially in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on the industry. In this conversation, Charles Sims discusses the evolution of broadcast technology, the importance of problem-solving approaches in chaotic situations, and the impact of AI on small businesses. He emphasizes the need for modular and scalable business models, the significance of navigating complexity in business systems, and the creative deal-making process in mergers and acquisitions. The discussion also highlights the advantages small businesses have in adapting quickly to changes and leveraging technology for operational efficiency. Takeaways Charles started in management consulting, focusing on operational and IT strategies. He served as CTO for the LA Clippers, revolutionizing their technology. At United Talent Agency, he developed a passion for mergers and acquisitions. Charles launched Investimate, a platform for business planning and investment analysis. He emphasizes the importance of a well-packaged narrative for startups. Startups often fail by dumping too much information into their pitches. Investors prioritize operators over ideas when making decisions. Angels have more tolerance for failure compared to VCs. COVID accelerated technological advancements in the industry. Transparency with investors can lead to valuable support and connections. Broadcast technology has evolved significantly post-COVID. The hurricane approach involves structured problem-solving in chaos. Staying agnostic and modular in technology choices is crucial. AI's growth is linked to the API ecosystem. Small businesses can move quickly to capitalize on opportunities. Creative deal-making is essential in mergers and acquisitions. Scalability in business models is key to long-term success. Avoid relying solely on people; focus on product scalability. Utilizing existing blueprints can save time and effort. Embrace technology to automate and streamline business processes. Titles Navigating Mergers and Acquisitions with Charles Sims From Consulting to CTO: Charles Sims' Journey The Intersection of Technology and Business Operations Investing in Ideas: The Role of Operators Building a Virtual Incubator for Startups Sound Bites "Every business is a software business." "We can move very quickly from idea to MVP." "Ideas are free." "Your investors are there to help you." "Don't hide, be transparent." "COVID helped us launch our music side." "We had to quickly build on top of it." "Stay as agnostic and modular as you can." "We could get you from zero to 60." "Don't reinvent the wheel." "You don't have to go to MBA school." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Charles Sims and M&A 03:03 Charles's Journey in Management Consulting 05:51 CTO Experience with LA Clippers 09:01 Transition to United Talent Agency 11:58 Launching Investimate and VC Insights 14:50 Building a Virtual Incubator 17:55 Common Mistakes of Startups 21:04 The Role of Angels vs. VCs 23:52 Impact of COVID on Business 27:08 Lessons from Acquiring the Forum 28:03 The Evolution of Broadcast Technology 34:24 The Hurricane Approach to Problem Solving 40:08 Navigating Complexity in Business Systems 46:04 The Impact of AI on Small Businesses 52:54 Creating Scalable Business Models 58:11 Engaging with Charles Sims

Justin Lane highlights a significant shift in digital marketing, emphasizing the growing importance of structured data and schema markup to enhance how AI interprets and delivers content. He foresees a future where traditional websites may evolve into API-driven platforms, offering more interactive and personalized user experiences. This change calls for businesses to focus on refining and optimizing existing content rather than merely increasing volume, ensuring that their digital presence aligns with emerging technologies and user expectations. Lane stresses that quality and precision in content are becoming more valuable than quantity, advising marketers to conduct thorough audits of their current websites before expanding further. By adopting schema.org markup and structured data, businesses can make their information more accessible to AI tools, which increasingly shape search results and user interactions. This strategic focus helps brands stay competitive and relevant in a landscape where AI-driven platforms prioritize clarity, context, and engagement over traditional keyword-based SEO tactics. For those looking to stay ahead in the ever-changing SEO landscape and harness cutting-edge digital marketing strategies, visit Adalane Media Group to discover the services they offer. Partner with them and help your businesses adapt to emerging technologies, enhance online visibility, and build stronger, more meaningful connections with audiences through intelligent, AI-driven marketing solutions. For the accessible version of the podcast, go to our Ziotag gallery.We're happy you're here! Like the pod?Support the podcast and receive discounts from our sponsors: https://yourbrandamplified.codeadx.me/Leave a rating and review on your favorite platformFollow @yourbrandamplified on the socialsTalk to my digital avatar

Welcome to this classic episode. Classics are my favorite episodes from the past 10 years, published once a month. These are N of 1 conversations with N of 1 people. In the midst of her transition to OpenAI, we are spotlighting the force that is Fidji Simo. She is the former CEO of Instacart and grew up in a small town in the South of France and was the first person in her family to graduate from high school. Since then, she has had a dazzling career with stops at France's leading university, eBay, and Facebook. Fidji spent the better part of a decade at Facebook where she led the Facebook App before joining the online grocery platform, Instacart, in mid 2021. We talk about Fidji's consumer product experiences, Instacart's role within the grocery ecosystem, and delve into her personal philosophy on leadership. Please enjoy this wide-ranging discussion with Fidji Simo. For the full show notes, transcript, and links to mentioned content, check out the episode page here. ----- This episode is brought to you by ⁠WorkOS⁠. WorkOS is a developer platform that enables SaaS companies to quickly add enterprise features to their applications. With a single API, developers can implement essential enterprise capabilities that typically require months of engineering work. By handling the complex infrastructure of enterprise features, WorkOS allows developers to focus on their core product while meeting the security and compliance requirements of Fortune 500 companies. Visit ⁠WorkOS.com⁠ to Transform your application into an enterprise-ready solution in minutes, not months. ----- Invest Like the Best is a property of Colossus, LLC. For more episodes of Invest Like the Best, visit joincolossus.com/episodes.  Stay up to date on all our podcasts by signing up to Colossus Weekly, our quick dive every Sunday highlighting the top business and investing concepts from our podcasts and the best of what we read that week. Sign up here. Follow us on Twitter: @patrick_oshag | @JoinColossus Show Notes (00:00:00) Welcome to Invest Like the Best (00:03:51) Comparing her experiences with Facebook and Instacart (00:06:22) The dimensionality of creating great consumer products online (00:07:50) How Instacart uses AI now and her advice to other companies who are ready to incorporate AI into their business (00:15:41) What being a pragmatic technologist means to her (00:18:02) Influences in younger years that led to her career path in technology (00:21:00) The landscape Instacart seeks to build and how major key players within the industry are involved (00:27:09) Data algorithms and their role in helping consumers (00:29:24) Scale around the original core business (00:32:12) The functional difference between Instacart shoppers and delivery drivers  (00:34:59) Issues with fully automated grocery store facilities (00:37:32) Insight into working with brands and consumer brand loyalty  (00:43:16) Her vision for the future of Instacart (00:46:58) The possibility of becoming the major software platform for most retailers (00:49:34) Her principles for capital allocation (00:52:34) Common misperceptions about Instacart from prospective investors (00:54:21) Her philosophy of seeing the magic in team members (00:56:46) Expanding knowledge while managing a complex business environment   (01:01:01) When she felt the most helpless in her career (01:03:46) Insight into generative AI and how it could shape the online grocery experience (01:08:00) The role of content and its importance for businesses like Instacart (01:11:10) The future of AI personalities and customizing your shopping experience (01:12:35) The kindest thing anyone has ever done for her