Podcasts about Daas

Russ d'Sa is the founder and CEO of LiveKit, the infrastructure company powering real-time voice for OpenAI's ChatGPT, Character.ai, and numerous AI applications.In this episode of World of DaaS, Russ and Auren discuss:The evolution of voice AITurn detection and conversational dynamicsReal-time infrastructure for AICopilots vs autopilots for the futureLooking for more tech, data and venture capital intel? Head to worldofdaas.com for our podcast, newsletter and events, and follow us on X @worldofdaas.  You can find Auren Hoffman on X at @auren and Russ d'Sa on X at @dsa. Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com)

Dan Driscoll is the current Secretary of the U.S. Army, overseeing a military branch with approximately one million soldiers, 250,000 civilians, and an annual budget of $185 billion.In this episode of World of DaaS, Dan and Auren discuss:The Army Transformation InitiativeRapid defense innovation with Silicon ValleyModernizing obsolete military equipmentFixing Pentagon procurement Looking for more tech, data and venture capital intel? Head to worldofdaas.com for our podcast, newsletter and events, and follow us on X @worldofdaas.You can find Auren Hoffman on X at @auren and Dan Driscoll on X at @SecArmy.Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com)

Brandon Daniels is the CEO of Exiger, which provides AI-powered supply chain and third-party risk management solutions to Fortune 500 companies and government agencies. Exiger has annual revenues of over $150 million and received a majority investment by Carlyle, Insight Partners, and JMI Equity for $1.2 billion in 2023.In this episode of World of DaaS, Brandon and Auren discuss:Tariffs and supply chain chaosBringing manufacturing back to the USData validation in supply chain monitoringCountries most vulnerable to China's influenceLooking for more tech, data and venture capital intel? Head to worldofdaas.com for our podcast, newsletter and events, and follow us on X @worldofdaas.  You can find Auren Hoffman on X at @auren and Brandon Daniels and Exiger on LinkedIn. Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com)

Joshua Steinman is the co-founder and CEO of Galvanick, a cybersecurity company building tools to secure industrial infrastructure and AI systems.In this episode of World of DaaS, Joshua and Auren discuss:Foreign spies in tech companiesVulnerabilities in critical infrastructureLessons from Stuxnet and UkraineBuilding resilience against cyber threatsLooking for more tech, data and venture capital intel? Head to worldofdaas.com for our podcast, newsletter and events, and follow us on X @worldofdaas.  You can find Auren Hoffman on X at @auren and Josh Steinman on X at @JoshuaSteinman. Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com)

Brian O'Kelley is the co-founder and former CEO of AppNexus, which built core infrastructure for programmatic advertising and was acquired by AT&T for $1.6 billion in 2018. He's now the co-founder and CEO of Scope3, a company working to reduce the carbon footprint in digital advertising.In this episode of World of DaaS, Brian and Auren discuss:The zero-sum game of auction paradigmsAI tools revolutionizing software developmentBuilding personal brands in techClimate tech's shifting business caseLooking for more tech, data and venture capital intel? Head to worldofdaas.com for our podcast, newsletter and events, and follow us on X @worldofdaas.  You can find Auren Hoffman on X at @auren and Brian O'Kelley on X at @bokelley. Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com)

Daasan Daas Hovai, ਦਾਸਨਿ ਦਾਸੁ ਹੋਵੈ (Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ang 600 Sabad 1550)

Trae Stephens is a partner at Founders Fund and co-founder and current executive chairman at Anduril, a defense technology company that produces software-defined, hardware-enabled major weapons programs.In this episode of World of DaaS, Trae and Auren discuss:Revolutionizing defense technology manufacturingBillionaire founders in defense techSupply chain resilience for military hardwareTechnology's impact on modern relationshipsLooking for more tech, data and venture capital intel? Head to worldofdaas.com for our podcast, newsletter and events, and follow us on X @worldofdaas.  You can find Auren Hoffman on X at @auren and Trae Stephens on X at @TraeStephens.Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com)

Russ D'Argento, CEO and founder of FINTRX, sits down with CJ in this episode to discuss building a Data as a Service (DaaS) business while also sharing insight into the highly lucrative world of family offices. He explains what a family office is (name a billionaire, they probably have one), their roles in wealth management, and how he identified this niche. He sheds light on FINTRX, what it does, and why building a verticalized data business for a niche market can be both exceptionally complicated and rewarding. He delves into the nuances of DaaS business models, what makes them different from SaaS, why it's so important to own your own data, and the unique challenges one faces in a business like this. He also talks bout the fine art of workflow integration and how allowing customers to access FINTRX's data in other APIs has been surprisingly beneficial.If you're looking for an ERP, head to NetSuite: https://netsuite.com/metrics and get the CFO's Guide to AI and Machine Learning.—SPONSORS:Rippling Spend is a spend management solution that handles your entire company's spending in one unified system. It enables you to bring your corporate cards, expense management, bill pay, and more into one place to achieve real-time visibility and uniquely granular control with automated policy controls across every type of spend. Get a demo to see how much time your org would save at rippling.com/metrics.Vanta's trust management platform takes the manual work out of your security and compliance process and replaces it with continuous automation. Over 9000 businesses use it to automate compliance needs across over 35 frameworks like SOC 2 and ISO 27001. Centralize security workflows, complete questionnaires up to five times faster, and proactively manage vendor risk. For a limited time, get $1,000 off Vanta at vanta.com/metrics.Tropic is an intelligent spend management solution that consolidates your spend data and processes into one unified offering, enabling insights and decisive action. From spotting hidden optimization opportunities to automating painful procurement workflows and giving you the best market data to turn vendor negotiations in your favor, Tropic combines smart insights with real human expertise to keep you ahead of the curve. Visit tropicapp.io/mostlymetrics to learn how.NetSuite provides financial software for all your business needs. More than 40,000 companies have already upgraded to NetSuite, gaining visibility and control over their financials, inventory, HR, eCommerce, and more. If you're looking for an ERP platform, head to NetSuite https://netsuite.com/metrics and get the CFO's Guide to AI and Machine Learning.Planful is a financial performance management platform designed to streamline financial tasks for businesses. It helps with budgeting, closing the books, and financial reporting, all on a cloud-based platform. By improving the efficiency and accuracy of these processes, Planful allows businesses to make better financial decisions. Find out more at www.planful.com/metrics.Subscript is a modern billing and revenue recognition platform designed for SaaS finance teams that need flexibility and accuracy. From automated invoicing and dunning to compliant, transparent revenue recognition and real-time analytics, Subscript eliminates manual work, reduces errors, and gives you a single source of truth for all your financial data. Book a free demo at subscript.com.—FOLLOW US ON X:@cjgustafson222 (CJ)—TIMESTAMPS:(00:00) Preview and Intro(02:57) Sponsor – Rippling Spend | Vanta | Tropic(07:23) What Is a Family Office(11:49) Why Family Offices Are an Attractive Place To Grow Your Career(14:06) Examples of Family and Multi-Family Offices(18:04) Sponsor – NetSuite | Planful | Subscript(21:13) The Founding Story of FINTRX(23:38) What FINTRX Does(25:02) The Data as a Service Business Model(28:50) The Challenges of Starting a DaaS Business(34:07) Broad Versus Narrow in DaaS(37:57) Building FINTRX's Ideal Customer Profile(42:20) Sourcing Your Own Data Versus Partnering With Others(46:09) Hiring for Engineering and Data Science(51:07) Using FINTRX's Interface Versus Accessing the Data in Another Tool(1:02:26) Advice for Someone Launching a DaaS Business(1:02:02) A Habit That Russ Swears By as a Founder(1:03:24) A Lesson From Something That Went Awry Get full access to Mostly metrics at www.mostlymetrics.com/subscribe

Cloud Connections 2025 Podcast Interview with Peter Eisengrein, SVP of Service, Delivery & Operations at XTIUM ST. PETERSBURG, FL - A new managed services powerhouse has emerged. Speaking with Technology Reseller News at Cloud Connections 2025, Peter Eisengrein, Senior Vice President of Service, Delivery & Operations, introduced XTIUM—a new brand created from the merger of Evolve IP's MSP business with ATSG. “XTIUM is a fresh brand built from two strong companies,” said Eisengrein. “We've taken everything Evolve IP was known for—managed cloud, UCaaS, CCaaS, DaaS—and added a full suite of managed network, managed security, and managed operations services.” The merger, announced just weeks earlier at Channel Partners, significantly expands the portfolio available to XTIUM's channel partners. Of particular interest to the channel: Managed Detection and Response (MDR) security services, enterprise help desk outsourcing, and the ability to deliver turnkey network management alongside voice and compute. “We're hearing a lot of excitement around security and network services,” said Eisengrein. “It's what customers are asking for—and what the channel didn't always associate with us before.” At the conference, Eisengrein also joined two merger-focused sessions to share lessons from XTIUM's own experience. His message? M&A success takes time, careful planning, and clean financials. “You can't rush it. Lenders move at their own pace, and you need to be prepared—especially when it comes to audited books and integration plans.” For partners, the opportunity lies in XTIUM's ability to meet customers where they are. “Most buyers are only in market for one service at a time,” said Eisengrein. “The key for channel partners is being able to pivot. If it's not UC today, maybe it's security, or help desk, or compute. Now, we can support all of it.” XTIUM positions itself as a white-glove, customer-centric provider that integrates with, rather than displaces, enterprise IT. “We don't just offer services,” said Eisengrein. “We solve problems. That's our mission.” Learn more at: www.xtium.com

Scott Stephenson is the former Chairman, President, and CEO of Verisk Analytics (NASDAQ: VRSK), where he led the company's transformation from a nonprofit insurance data collective into a global data analytics powerhouse with a market cap of over $40 billion.In this episode of World of DaaS, Scott and Auren discuss:Data monetization and defensibility strategiesAI's impact on data businessesLeadership succession in data companiesEffective board membershipLooking for more tech, data and venture capital intel? Head to worldofdaas.com for our podcast, newsletter and events, and follow us on X @worldofdaas.  You can find Auren Hoffman on X at @auren and Scott Stephenson on Linkedin. Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com)

Martin Casado is a General Partner at Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), where he focuses on AI and infrastructure investments. He previously co-founded Nicira which was acquired by VMware for $1.2 billion in 2012.In this episode of World of DaaS, Martin and Auren discuss:Economics of open source AIChinese AI innovation with DeepSeekModel collapse and data moatsRegulatory challenges in AILooking for more tech, data and venture capital intel? Head to worldofdaas.com for our podcast, newsletter and events, and follow us on X @worldofdaas.You can find Auren Hoffman on X at @auren and Martin Casado on X at @martin_casado.Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com)

Van onze correspondent is een serie van de makers van podcast De Dag. Iedere zaterdag maken we kennis met een van de correspondenten van de NOS, het land waar ze wonen, en de verhalen die wat hen betreft meer aandacht verdienen. Vandaag: Sjoerd den Daas, correspondent in Amerika en voorheen in China. Toen Sjoerd vanuit China naar Amerika verhuisde, vlak voor de presidentsverkiezingen, wist hij niet wie er ging winnen maar hij wist wel dat hij met alle scenario's rekening moest houden. 'Ik ben altijd wel overal op voorbereid,' vertelt hij, 'ik ben Covid-China gewend, maar ik heb ook hier voor wekenlang rijst, pasta en bloem in huis. En ik heb ook een gasmasker gekocht.' Hij verwacht niet dat hij het binnenkort nodig zal hebben, maar de onzekerheid in Amerika is wel groot, 'dus waarom niet?' Sjoerd vertelt verder in de podcast over de actualiteit, de handelstarieven en de zorgen onder Amerikanen over de gevolgen. Het gesprek gaat verder over de democratie, over de al dan niet autocratische visie van Trump, de persvrijheid die onder druk staat, de groeiende gelijkenissen tussen China en de VS, over het correspondentschap in een tijd waarin er bijna dagelijks breaking news-momenten zijn. Sjoerd geeft ook nog twee mooie cultuurtips, er zijn luisteraarsvragen én, niet onbelangrijk, antwoord op de vraag: heeft hij tijdens het preppen in zijn voorraadkast wel rekening gehouden met zijn grote liefde, de frikandel?  Volgende week: Geert Groot Koerkamp, correspondent in Rusland. Heb je vragen voor hem of wil je reageren op deze podcast, mail dan naar dedag@nos.nl Presentatie en montage: Elisabeth Steinz Redactie: Rosanne Sies en Lisanne van Sadelhoff 

What is Zionism? Did it accomplish its goal? Is it good or bad for Jews? Assuming Zionism is wrong, can you vote in the WZO election?  What's the history of the concept of “Daas Torah” and what does it mean? When did the phrase and concept come into being?  Why would one Gadol say it's mutar to participate in the WZO election and another say it's totally assur?  Host: Ari Wasserman, author of the newly published, revised and expanded book Making it Work, on workplace challenges and Halachic Q & A on the Job You can order "Halachic Q & A on the Job” at https://mosaicapress.com/product/halachic-q-a-on-the-job/ with Rabbi Chaim Kohn – founder of the Business Halacha Institute (“BHI”) and Av Beis Din – 16:16 with Rabbi Jonah Steinmetz – Rosh Kollel of the Nagel Community Kollel of Los Angeles – 35:13 with Mr. Gael Greenwald – Deputy Chairman of the WZO – 1:20:19 Conclusions and Takeaways – 1:35:37 מראי מקומות   

Bill Wise is the CEO and co-founder of Mediaocean, an adtech platform that processes over $200 billion in global media spend annually.In this episode of World of DaaS, Bill and Auren discuss:The hidden plumbing of global advertisingMeasurement monopolies in adtechThe transition from linear TV to CTVCultural integration in tech acquisitionsLooking for more tech, data and venture capital intel? Head to worldofdaas.com for our podcast, newsletter and events, and follow us on X @worldofdaas.  You can find Auren Hoffman on X at @auren and Bill Wise on X at @billwise. Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com)

Rob Henderson is a developmental psychologist, author of the New York Times bestseller Troubled and columnist for the Free Press and the Boston Globe.In this episode of World of DaaS, Rob and Auren discuss:How elites exploit the poor with luxury beliefsThe vital importance of marriage for upward mobilityThe conspiracy behind useless college degreesThe “late bloomers” phenomenonLooking for more tech, data and venture capital intel? Head to worldofdaas.com for our podcast, newsletter and events, and follow us on X @worldofdaas.  You can find Auren Hoffman on X at @auren and on X at @robkhenderson. Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com)

Dr Frank Cahill, clinical psychologist and insomnia specialist, joins fx Medicine by BioCeuticals ambassador and psychologist Dr Adrian Lopresti to explore the understanding and treatment of insomnia. Nearly half of Australian adults report sleep issues, with a rise in cases observed at Frank's practice during the pandemic. Drawing on his extensive experience, Frank explains homeostatic sleep drive (sleep pressure) and how identifying and adjusting sleep habits can help realign sleep patterns. Frank and Adrian discuss common causes of acute and chronic insomnia and outline tailored treatment approaches. In a live assessment, Frank analyses Adrian's sleep patterns, illustrating the role of sleep drive in overall rest quality. Gain insights into cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) techniques, including sleep hygiene, relaxation therapy, stimulus control, and restriction therapy, along with tools like sleep diaries, distractions, and medication. The discussion also covers melatonin testing and treatment, with Frank sharing his approach to timing and dosing for circadian rhythm disorders. COVERED IN THIS EPISODE (00:56) Welcoming Dr Frank Cahill (01:31) The prevalence of insomnia in Australia (03:26) Stress as a major contributor (05:13) Long-term vs acute insomnia (10:18) Three types of insomnia (12:08) The different effects of anxiety versus frustration on sleep (14:38) Treating early morning waking (18:13) Calming the busy mind (20:02) Sleep hygiene is not effective for insomnia (21:33) Sleep restriction therapy and increasing sleep drive (25:38) Reduce sleep effort by focusing on rest (28:08) Utilising sleep diaries and the DAAS questionnaire (32:58) Is there value in functional testing for melatonin and cortisol? (37:41) Recommendations around food, caffeine, and sleep (40:12) Exercise and sleep (40:57) Can natural health practitioners treat sleep? (43:09) Melatonin: less is more (45:10) Herbal remedies and supplements (46:54) Thanking Frank and final remarks Find today's transcript and show notes here: https://www.bioceuticals.com.au/education/podcasts/insomnia-beyond-sleep-hygiene-with-dr-adrian-lopresti-dr-frank-cahill Sign up for our monthly newsletter for the latest exclusive clinical tools, articles, and infographics: https://login.bioceuticals.com.au

Jackie Reses is the co-founder and CEO of Lead Bank, fintech infrastructure bank with over $2.5 billion in assets under management.In this episode of World of DaaS, Jackie and Auren discuss:Fintech's regulatory reckoningThe future of community bankingState regulator competitionLessons from Square's payment revolutionLeadership insights from Jack DorseyLooking for more tech, data and venture capital intel? Head to worldofdaas.com for our podcast, newsletter and events, and follow us on X @worldofdaas.  You can find Auren Hoffman on X at @auren and Jackie Reses on X at @jackiereses.Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com)

Alex Cohen is the co-founder and CEO of Hello Patient, a healthcare AI company that streamlines scheduling and patient management for medical practices.In this episode of World of DaaS, Alex and Auren discuss:The hidden costs of SaaS sprawlWhy specialized tools beat all-in-one solutionsBuilding relevancy through niche contentThe future of health data and personalized medicineLooking for more tech, data and venture capital intel? Head to worldofdaas.com for our podcast, newsletter and events, and follow us on X @worldofdaas.  You can find Auren Hoffman on X at @auren and Alex Cohen on X at @anothercohen.Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com)

Mario Gabriele is the founder of The Generalist, a tech analysis substack with over 132,000 subscribers. Mario also runs Generalist Capital, which invests in early stage companies. In this episode of World of DaaS, Mario and Auren discuss:Why 70-80% of VCs destroy valueThe rise of mullet capitalismNavigating secondary sales in ventureIdeas are wildly underrated in techLooking for more tech, data and venture capital intel? Head to worldofdaas.com for our podcast, newsletter and events, and follow us on X @worldofdaas.  You can find Auren Hoffman on X at @auren and Mario Gabriele on X at @mariogabriele.Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com)

Annie Duke is a former World Series of Poker champion, bestselling author of Thinking in Bets and Quit, and decision science expert who advises Fortune 500 companies on strategic decision-making.In this episode of World of DaaS, Annie and Auren discuss:Cognitive biases in venture capitalLoss aversion and mental accountingOne-way versus two-way doorsReading people in poker and businessLooking for more tech, data and venture capital intel? Head to worldofdaas.com for our podcast, newsletter and events, and follow us on X @worldofdaas.  You can find Auren Hoffman on X at @auren and Annie Duke on X at @AnnieDuke.Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com)

Deven Parekh is Managing Director at Insight Partners, a global software investment firm with over $90B in assets under management. Since joining in 2000, he has led investments in companies including Twitter, DocuSign, Alibaba, and JD.com.In this episode of World of DaaS, Deven and Auren discuss:Why gross retention beats net retentionAI adoption vs previous tech cyclesEuropean tech's struggle to match USBoard decks that actually workLooking for more tech, data and venture capital intel? Head to worldofdaas.com for our podcast, newsletter and events, and follow us on X @worldofdaas.  You can find Auren Hoffman on X at @auren and Deven Parekh on X at @djparekh.Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com)

Do I Feel It?

Tim Vanderhook is the co-founder and CEO of Viant Technology (NASDAQ: DSP), a leading advertising technology company that went public in 2021 at a $2.5B valuation.In this episode of World of DaaS, Tim and Auren discuss:The trillion dollar advertising market opportunityWhy linear TV is massively undervaluedThe explosive growth of streaming audioFighting fraud in modern ad techLooking for more tech, data and venture capital intel? Head to worldofdaas.com for our podcast, newsletter and events, and follow us on X @worldofdaas.  You can find Auren Hoffman on X at @auren and Tim Vanderhook on LinkedIn.Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com)

Rajeev Goel is the co-founder and CEO of PubMatic (NASDAQ: PUBM), a sell-side advertising platform that processes over 780 billion ad impressions daily.In this episode of World of DaaS, Rajeev and Auren discuss:Building private cloud infrastructure for ad techProcessing 780 billion daily ad impressionsThe rise of retail media networksPolitical advertising in Connected TVLooking for more tech, data and venture capital intel? Head to worldofdaas.com for our podcast, newsletter and events, and follow us on X @worldofdaas.  You can find Auren Hoffman on X at @auren and Rajeev Goel on LinkedIn.Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com)

Guest post by Karen O'Connor, General Manager, Datapac As 2025 begins, it is an ideal time for organisations to reassess their business goals and align their technology strategies to support these objectives. The year promises significant technology, regulatory, and operational shifts, shaping how organisations navigate and seize opportunities. From the end of Windows 10 support to the implementation of the NIS2 Directive, the coming year presents pivotal changes that will test organisational resilience and adaptability. Windows 10 End of Life Microsoft's announcement that their Windows 10 support will cease on 14th October 2025 marks a critical deadline for organisations. It means that there will be no more Microsoft security updates, standard technical support, security patches, or new features and enhancements. After the deadline, devices running Windows 10 will face diminishing performance, growing incompatibility with modern software, and heightened cybersecurity risks. This is particularly concerning for organisations that last refreshed their hardware fleets during the COVID-19 pandemic. At that time, global supply chain disruptions forced many to procure laptops from the limited selection available to enable remote work, often without regard for future-proofing or optimal specifications. Fast forward to today, and a significant portion of these pandemic-era devices remains in use, which creates an urgent need for strategic planning to ensure a smooth migration to Windows 11 while addressing hardware limitations. Reimagining Hardware with Device-as-a-Service (DaaS) The upcoming Windows 10 end-of-support deadline poses a significant challenge for organisations, especially for those that need to refresh large portions of their hardware fleets. However, it also presents an opportunity to rethink how compute hardware is procured and managed, paving the way for more efficient and cost-effective approaches. Device-as-a-Service (DaaS) offers a modern solution for managing end-user hardware, combining devices, software, and lifecycle management into a single, streamlined service. DaaS provides a similar experience for organisations who are accustomed to consuming other aspects of their IT ecosystem as-a-Service, such as managed print services. A significant deliverable of managed print services for organisations has been the degree to which it has released internal IT teams to operate more strategically and provide service continuity. The continuing shortage and transience of skilled IT professionals within the market sets the stage for the increased adoption of DaaS in 2025. It frees up internal IT teams to work more strategically while continuing to provide a high level of service, extending these proven business outcomes with the wider integration of the as-a-Service model. Resourcing Solutions: Addressing Complex IT Needs in 2025 Partnering with a trusted IT provider is an effective strategy for addressing today's complex IT challenges. However, no single approach can address every IT requirement. When it comes to highly specialised or intricate projects, organisations often require talent embedded directly within their teams to ensure seamless execution and alignment with internal objectives. Expanding in-house IT teams to meet short-term or project-specific needs, however, is rarely straightforward. Recruiting full-time staff for temporary roles can be both costly and impractical, particularly in a labour market defined by intense competition for skilled professionals. This dynamic is set to become even more pronounced, as organisations grapple with increasing pressures to deliver complex IT initiatives to remain relevant and competitive. We anticipate resourcing solutions becoming a mainstay of the IT service delivery landscape in organisations moving forward. By enabling organisations to access a growing talent pool of adaptable, pre-vetted IT professionals - on flexible, short-term contracts or fixed day rates - the...

Mark Pincus is the founder of Zynga, which developed some of the most popular mobile games of all time like Farmville and Words With Friends. He currently runs Reinvent Capital and teaches product management at Stanford University. In this episode of World of DaaS, Mark and Auren discuss:Why games predict the future of techBuilding on platforms like FacebookThe economics of virtual goodsProduct frameworks for the AI eraLooking for more tech, data and venture capital intel? Head to worldofdaas.com for our podcast, newsletter and events, and follow us on X @worldofdaas.  You can find Auren Hoffman on X at @auren and Mark Pincus on X at @markpinc.Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com)

התוכן בשיעור היומי מבאר הרמב"ם את פרטי החילוקים שבין דברים העשויין להשאיל ולהשכיר לדברים שאינן עשויין להשאיל ולהשכיר, ומוסיף "אל תטעה בין דברים העשויין להשאיל ולהשכיר לדברים שדרכן להשאיל ולהשכיר". ובסיום הענין כותב: "ודבר זה עיקר גדול בדין, והוא דבר של טעם שראוי לסמוך עליו ולדון בו, וברור הוא למוצאי דעת, וראוי לדיין לשום לנגד עיניו ולא ילוז". ד' ענינים אלו הם ד' שלבים בהשגת השכל: 1) "עיקר גדול בדין": קאי על ההנחה הראשונה שלפני ההתבוננות, היינו, שמונח אצלו שזהו "עיקר גדול". 2) "דבר של טעם": קאי על ההתבוננות שכלית בריבוי שקו"ט וסברות לכאן ולכאן. 3) "ברור הוא למוצאי דעת": קאי על מסקנת הענין (לאחרי ההתבוננות שכלית) ע"י כח הדעת. 4) "ולא ילוז": קאי על התוקף דמסקנת השכל, עד ששום דבר שבעולם לא יזיזנו ממקומו. וכוונת הרמב"ם שדין זה נתקבל אצלו בכל התוקף הזה. ועפי"ז מתורצת קושיית נו"כ הרמב"ם מהו המקור לדברי הרמב"ם שם וכו' – כי לרמב"ם מונח הדבר ופשוט כ"כ עד שאין צורך במקור. ולאידך, כל השאלות והקושיות שבעולם לא ישנו אותו מהנחה וסברא פשוטה זו שהתאמתה בשכלו.משיחת ז' אדר ה'תשמ"ה ל"הנחה פרטית" או התרגום ללה"ק של השיחה: https://thedailysicha.com/?date=26-01-2025 Synopsis Today's Rambam discusses the differences between objects that are typically borrowed and rented versus objects that are not. He then adds: “Do not err and interpret the phrase ‘entities made to lend out or rent out' as meaning ‘entities that are wont to be lent out or rented out'…”, before concluding at the end of the chapter: “This concept is a fundamental principle of law and a point of logic that may be relied upon in judgment. It is clear to those who give forth knowledge. It is appropriate for a judge to keep it in mind at all times and not to sway from it.” These four expressions represent four stages in comprehension: (1) “A fundamental principle of law” refers to one's first impression of something, before he contemplates it. Meaning, it is obvious to him that this is a fundamental principle. (2) “A point of reason” refers to the next stage, his rational analysis of the matter, with arguments on both sides. (3) “It is clear to those who give forth knowledge” refers to his conclusion following the analysis, with the faculty of Daas. (4) “And not to sway from it” refers to the firmness of his conclusion, which is so strong that nothing can move him from it. By writing these four expressions, the Rambam is telling us that this law was so obvious to him that he didn't have to find a source for it (which also resolves the question asked by the commentaries as to the Rambam's source in the previous halacha).Excerpt from sichah of 7 Adar 5745 For a transcript in English of the Sicha: https://thedailysicha.com/?date=26-01-2025

Het is zover. Trump is beëdigd als 47e president van de Verenigde Staten. Daarom een extra lange, laatste, aflevering. Want het voelt alsof er al 4 jaar verstreken zijn in een week.  Rudy zit in Colorado om verslag te doen van de eerste contouren van het Trump-beleid. Marieke zit tussen de dozen, want heeft haar laatste werkweek erop zitten in het land. Het gouden tijdperk zoals Trump heeft beloofd gaat zij dus niet meer meemaken. Sjoerd, Rudy en Ryan gelukkig wel.  Presentatie: Sjoerd den Daas en Ryan Hermelijn  Redactie en Montage: Anna van Poucke en Jesse Nijmeijer  Eindredactie: Lars Hulshof  

Samo Burja discusses his "Great Founder Theory," in the Word of DaaS Podcast with Auren Hoffman, arguing that exceptional individuals throughout history have shaped civilization by creating influential institutions, while also exploring modern challenges around societal trust, fertility rates, and the changing dynamics between young and old generations in contemporary society. —

Samo Burja and Auren Hoffman discuss various topics including the Great Founder Theory, the decline of trust in elites, falling fertility rates, and the importance of exceptional individuals in shaping history and future societal structures.  —

Join Rabbi Joey Rosenfeld as he guides us through the world and major works of Kabbalah, Hasidic masters, and Jewish philosophy, shedding light on the inner life of the soul.

Adam Singolda is the founder and CEO of Taboola (NASDAQ: TBLA), a content discovery platform that powers recommendations for Apple News, Yahoo, and other major publishers, reaching over 500 million daily active users.In this episode of World of DaaS, Adam and Auren discuss:The war for internet user attentionWhy Apple and Amazon are becoming ad companiesBuilding a discovery engine for the internetThe future of AI-powered advertisingLooking for more tech, data and venture capital intel? Head to worldofdaas.com for our podcast, newsletter and events, and follow us on X @worldofdaas.  You can find Auren Hoffman on X at @auren and Adam Singolda on X at @AdamSingolda.Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com)

Mark Zagorski is the CEO of DoubleVerify (NYSE: DV), a $3.4B market cap company that provides digital media measurement and verification software to major advertisers and platforms.In this episode of World of DaaS, Mark and Auren discuss:The $100B digital ad fraud economyWhy marketing data is wrong but worksThe death of cookies and what's nextBuilding sustainable independent adtech companiesThis episode of World of DaaS was brought to you by Alkemi. Check out alkemi.ai to learn how Alkemi can help you unlock the AI market.Looking for more tech, data and venture capital intel? Head to worldofdaas.com for our podcast, newsletter and events, and follow us on X @worldofdaas.  You can find Auren Hoffman on X at @auren and Mark Zagorski on LinkedIn.Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com)

Farley Mesko is the CEO and co-founder of Sayari, a financial intelligence and supply chain risk platform that serves major financial institutions, government agencies, and corporations.In this episode of World of DaaS, Farley and Auren discuss:How geopolitics are reshaping global supply chainsThe evolution of financial crime networksBuilding data products for government agenciesWhy entity resolution is the future of intelligenceLooking for more tech, data and venture capital intel? Head to worldofdaas.com for our podcast, newsletter and events, and follow us on X @worldofdaas.  You can find Auren Hoffman on X at @auren and Farley Mesko on LinkedIn.Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com)

Michael Barrett is the CEO of Magnite (NASDAQ: MGNI), the largest independent sell-side advertising platform with a market cap of over $2.2 billion.In this episode of World of DaaS, Michael and Auren discuss: The $200B shift from linear TV to streamingHow retail media networks are reshaping advertisingBig Tech's dominance in digital advertisingHow AI will change programmatic advertisingLooking for more tech, data and venture capital intel? Head to worldofdaas.com for our podcast, newsletter and events, and follow us on X @worldofdaas.  You can find Auren Hoffman on X at @auren and Michael Barrett on LinkedIn.Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com)

Samo Burja is an entrepreneur and political researcher. He's the founder of Bismarck Analysis and the editor of Palladium Magazine, a publication focused on governance and societal challenges.In this episode of World of DaaS, Samo and Auren discuss: Why great founders shape civilizationGlobal fertility decline and its implicationsThe magic of founders at age 23Why trust in institutions is collapsingLooking for more tech, data and venture capital intel? Head to worldofdaas.com for our podcast, newsletter and events, and follow us on X @worldofdaas.  You can find Auren Hoffman on X at @auren and Samo Burja on X at @SamoBurja. Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com)

In this episode, Stacey B. Trooskin, MD, PhD, MPH, Mark S. Sulkowski, MD, FIDSA, FAASLD, and Ronni Marks discuss hepatitis C virus (HCV) screening and treatment, focusing on people who use drugs, and highlight the following topics:Screening recommendationsStrategies to improve HCV screeningHCV testingTreatment goalsStrategies to improve HCV treatment uptakePresenters:Stacey B. Trooskin, MD, PhD, MPHExecutive Medical OfficerMazzoni CenterFaculty, University of PennsylvaniaPerelman School of MedicinePhiladelphia, PennsylvaniaMark S. Sulkowski, MD, FIDSA, FAASLDProfessor of MedicineDirector, Division of Infectious Diseases Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical CenterJohns Hopkins University School of MedicineBaltimore, MarylandRonni MarksFounder/Director, The Hepatitis C Mentor and Support Group (HCMSG)Patient AdvocateNew York, New YorkLink to full program:https://bit.ly/4grbwPT

Nate Baker is the cofounder and CEO of Qualia, the leading real estate closing platform which powers millions of real estate transactions a year.  He's also the cofounder of Fractal, a business incubator that has launched over 150 vertical SaaS companies. In this episode of World of DaaS, Nate and Auren discuss: AI impacts on real estateHousing supply politicsThe “super app” real estate trend Vertical SaaS myths and playbooksLooking for more tech, data and venture capital intel? Head to worldofdaas.com for our podcast, newsletter and events, and follow us on X @worldofdaas.  You can find Auren Hoffman on X at @auren and Nate Baker on LinkedIn.Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com)

Chris Hulls is the co-founder and CEO of Life360 (NASDAQ: LIF), the family safety platform used by over 70 million people worldwide. Life360 has a market cap of $3.3 billion.In this episode of World of DaaS, Chris and Auren discuss:Building a safety super-appThe rise of tech-enabled helicopter parentingPsychedelics and CEO mental healthWhy vision beats data in startupsLooking for more tech, data and venture capital intel? Head to worldofdaas.com for our podcast, newsletter and events, and follow us on X @worldofdaas.  You can find Auren Hoffman on X at @auren and Chris Hulls on X at @ChrisHulls.Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com)

George Fraser is the co-founder and CEO of Fivetran, the category-leading data integration platform that does over $300M in revenues.In this episode of World of DaaS, George and Auren discuss: The Databricks/Snowflake “war”Building a data stack for AI workloadsEvidence based decision making for tech companiesParallels between neuroscience and artificial intelligenceLooking for more tech, data and venture capital intel? Head to worldofdaas.com for our podcast, newsletter and events, and follow us on X @worldofdaas.  You can find Auren Hoffman on X at @auren and George Fraser on X at @frasergeorgew.Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com)

DJ Patil served as the first U.S. Chief Data Scientist under President Obama. He's currently a GP at GreatPoint Ventures, on the Board of Devoted Health, and co-chairs the taskforce on GenAi for the Pentagon.In this episode of World of DaaS, DJ and Auren discuss: AI's impact on data scienceHealthcare data transformationInnovation, bureaucracy and efficiency in National SecurityThe best higher education choices in terms of ROILooking for more tech, data and venture capital intel? Head to worldofdaas.com for our podcast, newsletter and events, and follow us on X @worldofdaas.  You can find Auren Hoffman on X at @auren and DJ Patil on X at @dpatil.Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com)

Arup Banerjee is the co-founder and CEO of Windfall, a data company that estimates the net worth of every American. In this episode of World of DaaS, Arup and Auren discuss: Why accurate wealth data is so difficult to come byThe best indicators of high net worthCommon misconceptions about wealth distributionBuilding data co-opsLooking for more tech, data and venture capital intel? Head to worldofdaas.com for our podcast, newsletter and events, and follow us on X @worldofdaas.  You can find Auren Hoffman on X at @auren and Arup Banerjee on X at @ArupBanerjee07.Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com)

Auren Hoffman, CEO of SafeGraph and GP of Flex Capital, interviewed Ben Casnocha, Village Global co-founder and partner, on Auren's World of DaaS podcast. They are longtime friends and had a wide-ranging discussion on career strategy, evaluating founders, serendipity, wealth, and much more. We've cross-posted that conversation here.Highlights:The relevance of what you know vs. who you know has been a debate in the career strategy space for decades. Ben believes that the “what you know” is often dependent on the “who you know” because with the advent of the internet, public information is accessible to all but the insights that live in the heads of the smartest people are not shared widely and require a personal relationship with someone to be able to access that information.Talent spotting is about finding value in the unexpected and recognizing the strengths in those who may not fit the typical mold. Sometimes people who have clear and obvious flaws in one area are overlooked by people who can't see the brilliance beyond that particular flaw.Certain seasons of life are good for maximizing for serendipity and taking random coffee meetings. The key is to know what season of life you are in and whether it's better in the long-term at that moment to be maximizing for serendipity or not. The pendulum will swing back around at some point.There's a certain level of wealth where your wealth actually starts to detract from your level of happiness. Sometimes people are better served by aiming for a lower level of wealth in order to maximize for happiness.Thanks for listening — if you like what you hear, please review us on your favorite podcast platform.Check us out on the web at www.villageglobal.vc or get in touch with us on Twitter @villageglobal.Want to get updates from us? Subscribe to get a peek inside the Village. We'll send you reading recommendations, exclusive event invites, and commentary on the latest happenings in Silicon Valley. www.villageglobal.vc/signup

Sam Parr is the co-host of My First Million podcast and the founder of Hampton, a community of entrepreneurs and founders.  Sam previously founded The Hustle, a business and tech newsletter that was acquired by HubSpot for reportedly $27 million in 2021. In this episode of World of DaaS, Sam and Auren discuss: Branding strategies for tech foundersDeciding when to sell your businessBuilding communities and monetizing audiencesRaising normal kids after success Looking for more tech, data and venture capital intel? Head to worldofdaas.com for our podcast, newsletter and events, and follow us on X @worldofdaas.  You can find Auren Hoffman on X at @auren and Sam on X at @thesamparr.Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com)

Tomas Pueyo is the author of the Uncharted Territories blog, where he analyzes global trends in technology, politics, and economics. Tomas gained international recognition in 2020 for his data-driven analysis of the COVID-19 pandemic, with his articles reaching over 40 million views and being translated into more than 40 languages. In this episode of World of DaaS, Tomas and Auren discuss:Why geography ruled the past but not the futureHow zero cost energy will affect global politicsCauses and effects of declining fertilityLooking for more tech, data and venture capital intel? Head to worldofdaas.com for our podcast, newsletter and events, and follow us on X @worldofdaas.  You can find Auren Hoffman on X at @auren and Tomas Pueyo on X at @tomaspueyo.Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com)

Eric Glyman is the co-founder and CEO of Ramp, a financial operations platform. Ramp is one of the fastest growing startups in history, reaching $100M ARR in just three years. Prior to Ramp, Eric co-founded Paribus, a consumer finance app acquired by Capital One in 2016.In this episode of World of DaaS, Auren and Eric discuss: Corporate spending trendsLeveraging price intelligence dataRamp's ‘Moneyball' hiring approachBanking monopolies + regulatory captureLooking for more tech, data and venture capital intel? Head to worldofdaas.com for our podcast, newsletter and events, and follow us on X @worldofdaas.  You can find Auren Hoffman on X at @auren and Eric Glyman on X at @eglyman.Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com)

Are you frustrated with the inconvenience of traditional blood testing, struggling to interpret health metrics, or looking for cost-effective, comprehensive health data? In this episode, you'll get to explore how Michael Dubrovsky's company, SiPhox Health (a Boston-based startup backed by YC, Kholsa Ventures, and Intel Capital), is revolutionizing home blood testing. Discover how SiPhox's advanced technology provides real-time health insights, integrates with wearable data, and offers personalized health management solutions. Whether you're aiming to optimize your wellness journey or seeking effective cardiovascular risk monitoring, this episode covers invaluable insights and practical tips to transform your approach to health. Michael Dubrovsky is a materials chemist, serial entrepreneur, and the co-founder and CPO of SiPhox Health, Previously, while at Technion and later at MIT, Michael developed the world's first photonic computer on a chip for cryptocurrency mining. He was also instrumental in the design and launch of SiPhox's current offering (the broadest, lowest-cost home blood test kit on the market, currently used by thousands of people). His hobbies include woodworking (mainly Chinese tea tables), song translation (typically Soviet bard music), and angel investing in deep-tech companies. Michael also sporadically interviews famous scientists as a cohost on the 632nm Podcast. His company, SiPhox Health, is a hardware-first health-tech company that has spent 3.5 years building a hardware platform for at-home consumer blood diagnostics. In 2022, they launched a platform that fuses mail-in blood biomarker testing with wearable data for personalized health insights. SiPhox is the only D2C diagnostics or DaaS (diagnostics as a service) company that builds blood testing hardware. Today, they screen and monitor 1000s of people every month with their best-in-class, mail-in home blood tests covering markers of inflammation, hormonal health, cardiovascular health, and nutrient and vitamin deficiencies in a single kit. This episode isn't just about groundbreaking technology — it's about the future of accessible and affordable healthcare, so whether you're a health enthusiast or new to self-testing, you won't want to miss this show! Full Show Notes: https://bengreenfieldlife.com/siphoxpodcast Episode Sponsors:  Organifi: Go to Organifi.com/Ben for 20% off your order. Fatty15: Get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription starter kit by going to fatty15.com/BEN and using code BEN at checkout. Magic Spoon: Scoop up these new crispy, crunchy, protein-packed treats at your nearest grocery store or by visiting  MagicSpoon.com today! Lagoon: Go to LagoonSleep.com/BEN and use the code BEN for 15% off your first purchase. BioStack Labs: Get 15% off your purchase of $100 or more by going to biostack.com/ben15.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.