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Technology is evolving rapidly and with it, the boundaries of personal privacy are being tested. Privacy, security, and user choice are the foundations of responsible technology. When AI and cameras are everywhere, where should responsibility truly lie?KEY MOMENTS 02:29 Evolution of technology as entrepreneur perspective 04:56 Invasiveness and risk factor of technology 10:14 What Smart safe does? 11:51 How the Smart safe works 17:16 User controls and Customization 20:30 Advice for using Tech Responsibly 24:01 Where to buy this safe and product availability In this episode of the FIT4Privacy Podcast, host Punit Bhatia speaks with serial entrepreneur Oscar Hedaya about how emerging technologies, from AI and surveillance systems to connected everyday products, are reshaping our private spaces. They explore the growing privacy paradox: our desire for protection, convenience, and innovation versus the risks of constant monitoring, data misuse, and loss of control. Through real-world examples including smart devices and digital safes. The episode examines what responsible innovation looks like in practice. Listeners will gain insights into transparency, security‑by‑design, local data storage, and the importance of user choice, as well as why trust in technology providers matters more than ever. ⸻ ABOUT THE GUEST Oscar Hedaya, founder and CEO of SPACE. I've created The Space Safe, which is a connected physical security product that combines hardware, software, and cloud technology; the first of its kind. My background has been in product development and sales for over 15 years. Building a product that physically protects people's most sensitive items while relying on software and internet connectivity forced me to confront privacy, security, and user control in very real ways, not hypothetical. My focus today is designing connected products that respect ownership, provide transparency, and earn trust over time, especially in homes, hospitality, and business environments. ABOUT THE HOST Punit Bhatia is one of the leading privacy experts who works independently and has worked with professionals in over 30 countries. Punit works with business and privacy leaders to create an organization culture with high privacy awareness and compliance as a business priority. Selectively, Punit is open to mentor and coach privacy professionals. ⸻ Resources & Links Guest Links Oscar Hedaya • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ohedaya/ • Website: https://www.thespacesafe.com/ Grow Skills (Privacy Courses & Insights) • Courses: https://growskills.store/courses/ • Insights: https://growskills.store/insights/ • Website: https://growskills.store/ FIT4Privacy • Website: https://www.fit4privacy.com • Podcast: https://www.fit4privacy.com/podcast • Blog: https://www.fit4privacy.com/blog • YouTube: http://youtube.com/fit4privacy Punit Bhatia • Website: https://www.punitbhatia.com Books • Be Ready for GDPR • AI & Privacy – How to Find Balance • Intro to GDPR • Be an Effective DPO
What does responsible AI look like in practice? In this episode, we explore AI governance, AI risks, ethical AI, and how businesses can use artificial intelligence responsibly to create value without losing trust. KEY MOMENTS 02:33 What is the current state of AI? 06:32 What are the biggest AI risks and threats? 11:00 How can AI become a force multiplier? 15:17 What is the Global AI Association? 18:00 How to connect with the guest In this episode of the FIT4Privacy Podcast, host Punit Bhatia speaks with Pasquale Falconio from the Global AI Association about responsible AI, AI governance, generative AI, and the real business impact of artificial intelligence. They discuss where AI stands today, what makes AI risky, and how organizations can adopt AI in a way that is ethical, practical, and trustworthy.You will learn why AI itself is not the problem, why governance and human oversight matter, and how AI can support people as a super-assistant instead of replacing them. If you are interested in responsible AI, AI ethics, AI regulation, digital trust, or business transformation with AI, this conversation offers practical insights you can apply immediately.
Technology is evolving rapidly and with it, the boundaries of personal privacy are being tested. Privacy, security, and user choice are the foundations of responsible technology. When AI and cameras are everywhere, where should responsibility truly lie?KEY MOMENTS 02:29 Evolution of technology as entrepreneur perspective 04:56 Invasiveness and risk factor of technology 10:14 What Smart safe does? 11:51 How the Smart safe works 17:16 User controls and Customization 20:30 Advice for using Tech Responsibly 24:01 Where to buy this safe and product availabilityIn this episode of the FIT4Privacy Podcast, host Punit Bhatia speaks with serial entrepreneur Oscar Hedaya about how emerging technologies, from AI and surveillance systems to connected everyday products, are reshaping our private spaces.They explore the growing privacy paradox: our desire for protection, convenience, and innovation versus the risks of constant monitoring, data misuse, and loss of control. Through real-world examples including smart devices and digital safes. The episode examines what responsible innovation looks like in practice.Listeners will gain insights into transparency, security‑by‑design, local data storage, and the importance of user choice, as well as why trust in technology providers matters more than ever. ⸻ ABOUT THE GUEST Oscar Hedaya, founder and CEO of SPACE. I've created The Space Safe, which is a connected physical security product that combines hardware, software, and cloud technology; the first of its kind. My background has been in product development and sales for over 15 years. Building a product that physically protects people's most sensitive items while relying on software and internet connectivity forced me to confront privacy, security, and user control in very real ways, not hypothetical. My focus today is designing connected products that respect ownership, provide transparency, and earn trust over time, especially in homes, hospitality, and business environments. ABOUT THE HOST Punit Bhatia is one of the leading privacy experts who works independently and has worked with professionals in over 30 countries. Punit works with business and privacy leaders to create an organization culture with high privacy awareness and compliance as a business priority. Selectively, Punit is open to mentor and coach privacy professionals. ⸻ Resources & Links Guest Links Oscar Hedaya • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ohedaya/ • Website: https://www.thespacesafe.com/ Grow Skills (Privacy Courses & Insights) • Courses: https://growskills.store/courses/ • Insights: https://growskills.store/insights/ • Website: https://growskills.store/ FIT4Privacy • Website: https://www.fit4privacy.com • Podcast: https://www.fit4privacy.com/podcast • Blog: https://www.fit4privacy.com/blog • YouTube: http://youtube.com/fit4privacy Punit Bhatia • Website: https://www.punitbhatia.com Books • Be Ready for GDPR • AI & Privacy – How to Find Balance • Intro to GDPR • Be an Effective DPO
How do you know if an AI system is trustworthy, compliant, ethical, and fit for purpose? In this episode of the FIT4Privacy Podcast, Punit Bhatia is joined by Stella Liu, an AI evaluation expert and founder of AI Evals & Analytics, to unpack one of the most practical and overlooked challenges in AI today: how to evaluate AI systems before and after deployment. KEY MOMENTS 02:09 —AI Definition 03:02 —AI Evaluations 10:31 — Why AI Testing Is Hard 14:06 — Evals Plus Analytics 18:15 —Synthetic Data 23:47 —Protecting Privacy Ethical 29:05 — AI Evals as a Company 29:52 —How to reach Stella Liu Stella explains why AI behaves differently from traditional software, why testing code alone is no longer enough, and how AI evaluations (AI evals) help organizations assess real-world behavior, risk, and performance. From evaluation driven development to continuous monitoring in production, the conversation explores how teams can move beyond guesswork and hype toward repeatable, measurable AI governance. ⸻ ABOUT THE GUEST Stella Liu is the Co-founder of AI Evals & Analytics (Maven), where she created the AI Evals & Analytics Playbook and teaches top-rated courses on LLM evaluation, monitoring, and product alignment. She's also the Head of AI Applied Science at ASU, leading evals and analytics across university-wide AI products and building higher-ed's first formal AI evaluation framework, and she previously led data science at Shopify and Carvana with 12+ years shipping large-scale ML systems. ABOUT THE HOST Punit Bhatia is one of the leading privacy experts who works independently and has worked with professionals in over 30 countries. Punit works with business and privacy leaders to create an organization culture with high privacy awareness and compliance as a business priority. Selectively, Punit is open to mentor and coach privacy professionals. ⸻ Resources & Links Guest Links Stella Lui • Website: https://maven.com/ • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wenxingl/ Grow Skills (Privacy Courses & Insights) • Courses: https://growskills.store/courses/ • Insights: https://growskills.store/insights/ • Website: https://growskills.store/ FIT4Privacy • Website: https://www.fit4privacy.com • Podcast: https://www.fit4privacy.com/podcast • Blog: https://www.fit4privacy.com/blog • YouTube: http://youtube.com/fit4privacy Punit Bhatia • Website: https://www.punitbhatia.com Books • Be Ready for GDPR • AI & Privacy – How to Find Balance • Intro to GDPR • Be an Effective DPO
How do you know if an AI system is trustworthy, compliant, ethical, and fit for purpose? In this episode of the FIT4Privacy Podcast, Punit Bhatia is joined by Stella Liu, an AI evaluation expert and founder of AI Evals & Analytics, to unpack one of the most practical—anud overlooked—challenges in AI today: how to evaluate AI systems before and after deployment. KEY MOMENTS 02:09 —AI Definition 03:02 —AI Evaluations 10:31 — Why AI Testing Is Hard 14:06 — Evals Plus Analytics 18:15 —Synthetic Data 23:47 —Protecting Privacy Ethical 29:05 — AI Evals as a Company 29:52 —How to reach Stella Liu Stella explains why AI behaves differently from traditional software, why testing code alone is no longer enough, and how AI evaluations (AI evals) help organizations assess real‑world behavior, risk, and performance. From evaluation‑driven development to continuous monitoring in production, the conversation explores how teams can move beyond guesswork and hype toward repeatable, measurable AI governance. ⸻ ABOUT THE GUEST Stella Liu is the Co-founder of AI Evals & Analytics (Maven), where she created the AI Evals & Analytics Playbook and teaches top-rated courses on LLM evaluation, monitoring, and product alignment. She's also the Head of AI Applied Science at ASU, leading evals and analytics across university-wide AI products and building higher-ed's first formal AI evaluation framework, and she previously led data science at Shopify and Carvana with 12+ years shipping large-scale ML systems. ABOUT THE HOST Punit Bhatia is one of the leading privacy experts who works independently and has worked with professionals in over 30 countries. Punit works with business and privacy leaders to create an organization culture with high privacy awareness and compliance as a business priority. Selectively, Punit is open to mentor and coach privacy professionals. ⸻ Resources & Links Guest Links Stella Lui • Website: https://maven.com/ • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wenxingl/ Grow Skills (Privacy Courses & Insights) • Courses: https://growskills.store/courses/ • Insights: https://growskills.store/insights/ • Website: https://growskills.store/ FIT4Privacy • Website: https://www.fit4privacy.com • Podcast: https://www.fit4privacy.com/podcast • Blog: https://www.fit4privacy.com/blog • YouTube: http://youtube.com/fit4privacy Punit Bhatia • Website: https://www.punitbhatia.com Books • Be Ready for GDPR • AI & Privacy – How to Find Balance • Intro to GDPR • Be an Effective DPO
AI is changing how professionals communicate, market, and build relationships on LinkedIn but using more automation doesn't always lead to better outcomes. In this episode of the FIT4Privacy Podcast, we sit down with Judi Hays, LinkedIn strategist and author of Elevate, Expand, Engage, to explore how AI is reshaping visibility, credibility, and professional branding on LinkedIn. Judy explains why AI should be treated as an assistant, not a replacement, and why unchecked automation can quietly damage trust and reputation. KEY MOMENTS 02:00 — The world of AI Privacy 02:30 — AI Impact on Marketing 05:45 — Concerns on Privacy 09:02 — LinkedIn Algorithm Shift 15:12 — Elevate Expand Engage Framework 22:23 — AI Bots and Automation Risk 26:40 — About the book “Elevate Expand Engage” 28:30 — Final Message From AI‑generated comments and outreach tools to voice notes mistaken for synthetic audio, this conversation highlights how easily authenticity can be lost. We discuss why LinkedIn is not a selling platform, how the algorithm has shifted to prioritize integrity over hacks, and why saves and meaningful comments now matter more than likes or hashtags. The episode also dives into privacy and security concerns, including risky links, fake profiles, and automation tools that can lead to account suspension. Whether you're a consultant, executive, job seeker, or founder, this conversation offers practical, experience-based guidance on how to use AI responsibly while building a trusted professional presence. If you're navigating LinkedIn in the age of AI, this episode will help you understand what has changed, what no longer works, and why authenticity still wins. ⸻ ABOUT THE GUEST Judi Radice Hays is a New York-based LinkedIn strategist, personal brand expert, and author of Elevate, Expand, Engage: A Refreshingly Different Approach to Winning on LinkedIn. She advises executives on building visibility, strengthening trust, and positioning their expertise for career opportunities and business development on LinkedIn. Judi is known for her practical, credibility-first approach to authority positioning that helps the invisible become invaluable. She is a frequent contributor to Forbes and the Financial Executive Journal. ABOUT THE HOST Punit Bhatia is one of the leading privacy experts who works independently and has worked with professionals in over 30 countries. Punit works with business and privacy leaders to create an organization culture with high privacy awareness and compliance as a business priority. Selectively, Punit is open to mentor and coach privacy professionals. ⸻ Resources & Links Guest Links Judi Hays • Website: https://judihays.com/ • LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/judihays • Substack: https://substack.com/@askjudihays • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@askjudihays • Digital Resources: https://judihays.gumroad.com/ •Book: https://www.amazon.com/Elevate-Expand-Engage-Refreshingly-Relationships/dp/1955242070 GrowSkills (Privacy Courses & Insights) • Courses: https://growskills.store/courses/ • Insights: https://growskills.store/insights/ • Website: https://growskills.store/ FIT4Privacy • Website: https://www.fit4privacy.com • Podcast: https://www.fit4privacy.com/podcast • Blog: https://www.fit4privacy.com/blog • YouTube: http://youtube.com/fit4privacy Punit Bhatia • Website: https://www.punitbhatia.com Books • Be Ready for GDPR • AI & Privacy – How to Find Balance • Intro to GDPR • Be an Effective DPO
A large-scale analysis of Grokipedia, the world's first AI-written encyclopedia, has found that while many Grokipedia articles closely resemble their Wikipedia counterparts, a substantial subset diverged markedly in style, sourcing, and political leaning. Conducted by researchers at Trinity College Dublin and Technological University Dublin, the study compared nearly 18,000 of the most-edited English-language Wikipedia pages with articles on the same topic on the new Grokipedia platform. The study is the largest academic analysis of Grokipedia since it was launched by Elon Musk last October with a promise that the AI-written encyclopedia systematically "fixes" left-leaning biases alleged to exist in the widely used online encyclopedia Wikipedia. Wikipedia's content is written and maintained by volunteer editors, while Grokipedia is an AI-generated encyclopedia using the xAI's Grok large language model. What did the study find? Using computational text analysis and machine learning methods, the team analysed articles on the same topic across Wikipedia and Grokipedia. Selection of topics was based on Wikipedia's most-edited English-language pages. The team compared differences in writing style, structure, and the political orientation of external sources referenced in the paired articles. The researchers found a profound split – while many Grokipedia articles closely mirror Wikipedia, a substantial proportion (66%) of the 18,000 analysed are more extensively rewritten – they are longer, more complex, and rely on fewer references. As a whole, articles on Grokipedia show similar political leaning to those on Wikipedia, drawing on left-leaning news sources. However, when it comes to the politically and culturally sensitive topics of religion, history, literature and art, Grokipedia shows a consistent shift toward referencing more right-leaning news sources compared to Wikipedia. The study analysed Wikipedia's most-edited English-language pages, a selection that likely overrepresents high-profile and contentious topics. That said the study, according to the authors, provides useful evidence of emerging differences between AI-generated and human-edited encyclopedic knowledge systems. Details of the research, conducted at the joint Centre for Sociology of Humans and Machines (SOHAM) in Trinity and TU Dublin, have been published in the peer-reviewed journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS). What is the impact of this research? Lead author of the study, Saeedeh Mohammadi, PhD candidate at SOHAM and Research Ireland's Centre for Research Training in Foundations of Data Science said: "Online encyclopedias are central to public knowledge. They are also being used to train future generations of large language models. Our findings raise important questions about how public knowledge is produce, reproduced, verified, and governed. "Unlike Wikipedia, where biases are visible and contested through human editing, AI-generated systems operate largely opaquely. This means shifts in perspective or sourcing may occur without clear accountability or editorial oversight. Simply put AI generation does not remove bias – it changes how and where bias enters the system, often making it less visible." Professor Taha Yasseri Director of SOHAM and Principal Investigator of the study said: "Rather than systematically 'correcting' Wikipedia's alleged biases, as claimed when first launched, our findings suggest that AI-generated encyclopedias such as Grokipedia selectively reshape existing knowledge. This creates a patchwork system in which some content is copied, while other content is reinterpreted in ways that are less transparent and harder to scrutinise." "There is a dire need for transparency, oversight, and regulation in this space. Our information landscape is changing rapidly. We have already seen how the lack of editorial responsibility on social media platforms has enabled the generation and circulation of misinformation and ...
AI is changing how professionals communicate, market, and build relationships on LinkedIn but using more automation doesn't always lead to better outcomes. In this episode of the FIT4Privacy Podcast, we sit down with Judi Hays, LinkedIn strategist and author of Elevate, Expand, Engage, to explore how AI is reshaping visibility, credibility, and professional branding on LinkedIn. Judy explains why AI should be treated as an assistant, not a replacement, and why unchecked automation can quietly damage trust and reputation. KEY MOMENTS 02:00 — The world of AI Privacy 02:30 — AI Impact on Marketing 05:45 — Concerns on Privacy 09:02 — LinkedIn Algorithm Shift 15:12 — Elevate Expand Engage Framework 22:23 — AI Bots and Automation Risk 26:40 — About the book “Elevate Expand Engage” 28:30 — Final Message From AI‑generated comments and outreach tools to voice notes mistaken for synthetic audio, this conversation highlights how easily authenticity can be lost. We discuss why LinkedIn is not a selling platform, how the algorithm has shifted to prioritize integrity over hacks, and why saves and meaningful comments now matter more than likes or hashtags. The episode also dives into privacy and security concerns, including risky links, fake profiles, and automation tools that can lead to account suspension. Whether you're a consultant, executive, job seeker, or founder, this conversation offers practical, experience-based guidance on how to use AI responsibly while building a trusted professional presence. If you're navigating LinkedIn in the age of AI, this episode will help you understand what has changed, what no longer works, and why authenticity still wins. ⸻ ABOUT THE GUEST Judi Radice Hays is a New York-based LinkedIn strategist, personal brand expert, and author of Elevate, Expand, Engage: A Refreshingly Different Approach to Winning on LinkedIn. She advises executives on building visibility, strengthening trust, and positioning their expertise for career opportunities and business development on LinkedIn. Judi is known for her practical, credibility-first approach to authority positioning that helps the invisible become invaluable. She is a frequent contributor to Forbes and the Financial Executive Journal. ABOUT THE HOST Punit Bhatia is one of the leading privacy experts who works independently and has worked with professionals in over 30 countries. Punit works with business and privacy leaders to create an organization culture with high privacy awareness and compliance as a business priority. Selectively, Punit is open to mentor and coach privacy professionals. ⸻ Resources & Links Guest Links Judi Hays • Website: https://judihays.com/ • LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/judihays • Substack: https://substack.com/@askjudihays • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@askjudihays • Digital Resources: https://judihays.gumroad.com/ •Book: https://www.amazon.com/Elevate-Expand-Engage-Refreshingly-Relationships/dp/1955242070 GrowSkills (Privacy Courses & Insights) • Courses: https://growskills.store/courses/ • Insights: https://growskills.store/insights/ • Website: https://growskills.store/ FIT4Privacy • Website: https://www.fit4privacy.com • Podcast: https://www.fit4privacy.com/podcast • Blog: https://www.fit4privacy.com/blog • YouTube: http://youtube.com/fit4privacy Punit Bhatia • Website: https://www.punitbhatia.com Books • Be Ready for GDPR • AI & Privacy – How to Find Balance • Intro to GDPR • Be an Effective DPO
In this episode of the FIT4Privacy Podcast, we speak with Tom Kemp, Executive Director of the California Privacy Protection Agency (CalPrivacy), about why California continues to set the direction for privacy regulation in the United States. KEY MOMENTS 00:00 – California Privacy Protection Agency 03:25 – State of US Privacy 05:02 – Why California Leads 08:30 – Mandate in CalPrivacy and how it works 15:12 – How does AI impacts privacy laws? Will we see new legislation? 20:40 – U.S. vs EU vs UK AI Regulation Models 23:30 – Measuring the Impact (Drop System) 28:45 – Opt Out vs Opt In 35:27 – Business Feedback and Innovation 39:20 – Closing and final message to audience Tom explains how California became the first jurisdiction to establish a comprehensive privacy framework through a public vote, how CalPrivacy operates as an independent regulator, and how it balances innovation, AI development, and consumer protection in one of the world's largest economies. They explore California's approach to AI and automated decision‑making, the upcoming rights taking effect in 2027, the Delete Act and one‑click data broker deletion, opt‑out versus opt‑in models, and how CalPrivacy measures real‑world impact beyond legal compliance. A must‑listen for privacy professionals, policymakers, business leaders, and anyone interested in the future of privacy and AI governance. ⸻ ABOUT THE GUEST Tom Kemp is the Executive Director of the CalPrivacy. Before his role at the CalPrivacy, Tom was a Silicon Valley-based tech entrepreneur, co-founder, and CEO. Tom was a full-time volunteer on the 2020 campaign to pass the California Privacy Rights Act and has since advised on significant tech policy legislation across the country, including the Delete Act (SB 362), the AI Transparency Act (SB 942), and bills in Texas, Nebraska, Vermont, and Washington. He has been recognized for his policy contributions by both the California and Texas State Senates. Tom is the author of Containing Big Tech: How to Protect Civil Rights, Economy, and Democracy. Tom holds a bachelor's degree in computer science and history from the University of Michigan. ABOUT THE HOST Punit Bhatia is one of the leading privacy experts who works independently and has worked with professionals in over 30 countries. Punit works with business and privacy leaders to create an organization culture with high privacy awareness and compliance as a business priority. Selectively, Punit is open to mentor and coach privacy professionals. ⸻ Resources & Links Guest Links Tom Kemp https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomkemp/ , https://privacy.ca.gov/ GrowSkills (Privacy Courses & Insights) • Courses: https://growskills.store/courses/ • Insights: https://growskills.store/insights/ • Website: https://growskills.store/ FIT4Privacy • Website: https://www.fit4privacy.com • Podcast: https://www.fit4privacy.com/podcast • Blog: https://www.fit4privacy.com/blog • YouTube: http://youtube.com/fit4privacy Punit Bhatia • Website: https://www.punitbhatia.com Books • Be Ready for GDPR • AI & Privacy – How to Find Balance • Intro to GDPR • Be an Effective DPO
In this episode of the FIT4Privacy Podcast, we speak with Tom Kemp, Executive Director of the California Privacy Protection Agency (CalPrivacy), about why California continues to set the direction for privacy regulation in the United States. KEY MOMENTS 00:00 – California Privacy Protection Agency 03:25 – State of US Privacy 05:02 – Why California Leads 08:30 – Mandate in CalPrivacy and how it works 15:12 – How does AI impacts privacy laws? Will we see new legislation? 20:40 – U.S. vs EU vs UK AI Regulation Models 23:30 – Measuring the Impact (Drop System) 28:45 – Opt Out vs Opt In 35:27 – Business Feedback and Innovation 39:20 – Closing and final message to audience Tom explains how California became the first jurisdiction to establish a comprehensive privacy framework through a public vote, how CalPrivacy operates as an independent regulator, and how it balances innovation, AI development and consumer protection in one of the world's largest economies ,They explore California's approach to AI and automated decision‑making, the upcoming rights taking effect in 2027, the Delete Act and one‑click data broker deletion, opt‑out versus opt‑in models, and how CalPrivacy measures real‑world impact beyond legal compliance. A must‑listen for privacy professionals, policymakers, business leaders, and anyone interested in the future of privacy and AI governance. ⸻ ABOUT THE GUEST Tom Kemp is the Executive Director of the CalPrivacy. Before his role at the CalPrivacy, Tom was a Silicon Valley-based tech entrepreneur, co-founder, and CEO. Tom was a full-time volunteer on the 2020 campaign to pass the California Privacy Rights Act and has since advised on significant tech policy legislation across the country, including the Delete Act (SB 362), the AI Transparency Act (SB 942), and bills in Texas, Nebraska, Vermont, and Washington. He has been recognized for his policy contributions by both the California and Texas State Senates. Tom is the author of Containing Big Tech: How to Protect Civil Rights, Economy, and Democracy. Tom holds a bachelor's degree in computer science and history from the University of Michigan. ABOUT THE HOST Punit Bhatia is one of the leading privacy experts who works independently and has worked with professionals in over 30 countries. Punit works with business and privacy leaders to create an organization culture with high privacy awareness and compliance as a business priority. Selectively, Punit is open to mentor and coach privacy professionals. ⸻ Resources & Links Guest Links Tom Kemp https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomkemp/ , https://privacy.ca.gov/ GrowSkills (Privacy Courses & Insights) • Courses: https://growskills.store/courses/ • Insights: https://growskills.store/insights/ • Website: https://growskills.store/ FIT4Privacy • Website: https://www.fit4privacy.com • Podcast: https://www.fit4privacy.com/podcast • Blog: https://www.fit4privacy.com/blog • YouTube: http://youtube.com/fit4privacy Punit Bhatia • Website: https://www.punitbhatia.com Books • Be Ready for GDPR • AI & Privacy – How to Find Balance • Intro to GDPR • Be an Effective DPO
In this episode of the FIT4Privacy Podcast, privacy expert Punit Patia welcomes Ridwan Oloyede to the Fit4Privacy podcast to discuss how privacy is perceived and evolving across Africa. KEY MOMENTS 01:38 – State of Africa Privacy Overview 03:25 – Laws Across Countries 05:18 – State of Compliance 09:04 – AI Reshaping Regulation 14:12 – Africa Privacy state in next 5-7 years 16:23 – Contact Information Ridwan explains that many African constitution's guarantee privacy rights and that, since 2001, data protection laws have expanded to dozens of countries, typically through omnibus statutes plus sector-specific and regional rules. They discuss compliance maturity, noting increasing local compliance requirements (such as registration and transfer authorizations), growing enforcement activity, and emerging litigation models that vary by country. The conversation also covers rapid growth in AI governance, including national AI strategies and policies, proposed AI-specific and emerging-technology legislation, amendments to data protection laws to address AI, and actions by regulators such as moratoriums and guidance on facial recognition and biometrics. ⸻ ABOUT THE GUEST Ridwan Oloyede is a Nigerian legal practitioner, researcher, and expert in data protection, cybersecurity, and technology policy. As co-founder of Tech Hive Advisory and a Fellow of Information Privacy (FIP), he focuses on AI governance, digital ethics, and cross-border data transfers in Africa. ABOUT THE HOST Punit Bhatia is one of the leading privacy experts who works independently and has worked with professionals in over 30 countries. Punit works with business and privacy leaders to create an organization culture with high privacy awareness and compliance as a business priority. Selectively, Punit is open to mentor and coach privacy professionals. ⸻ Resources & Links Guest Links Ridwan Oloyede https://www.linkedin.com/in/oloyederidwan/ GrowSkills (Privacy Courses & Insights) • Courses: https://growskills.store/courses/ • Insights: https://growskills.store/insights/ • Website: https://growskills.store/ FIT4Privacy • Website: https://www.fit4privacy.com • Podcast: https://www.fit4privacy.com/podcast • Blog: https://www.fit4privacy.com/blog • YouTube: http://youtube.com/fit4privacy Punit Bhatia • Website: https://www.punitbhatia.com Books • Be Ready for GDPR • AI & Privacy – How to Find Balance • Intro to GDPR • Be an Effective DPO
What to listen for:Our hosts, Robin Greubel and Stacy Barnett, chat about a peculiar kind of self-deception. The kind that costs years of training, thousands of dollars, and sometimes the well-being of both dog and handler. They call it beer goggles: the tendency to see the dog we want rather than the dog standing in front of us.Robin talks about Flash, her Lab who simply doesn't bark. Selectively bred for quiet patience in a hunting blind, Flash is temperamentally ill-suited for the alert-dependent demands of FEMA disaster work.It's a genetic reality rather than a training gap, and knowing the difference is the whole game.Beer goggles run in every direction. A handler can overestimate a dog's capacity, grinding for years toward a certification the animal was never built to earn. But the distortion runs the other way too. It's easy to mistake a sensitive dog who has gained real confidence for one who still needs to be handled with kid gloves, and failing to update that mental image.Robin's young Raven is a sharp example. written off as food-averse and agility-reluctant, she turned explosive once Robin stopped pushing food and started throwing toys for her to hunt.Stacy's current dog was acquired in 2020 as a sport prospect, redirected to wilderness search and rescue, and is now being painstakingly rebuilt for urban USAR work. The genetics were always there, but the USAR-specific foundations needed filling in.As a trainer, you need to be asking, honestly, whether you're doing this for the dog or for yourself, and whether the gap you're looking at is closeable. A starter dog, like a starter home, is nothing to be ashamed of! Key Topics:Beer Goggles Defined (06:20)Genetic Holes vs. Training Holes (07:29)Dash Hiding Under the Livestock Trough for 12 Hours (08:47)Raven and the Wrong Drive: Food vs. Toy Hunt (20:03)Stacy Repurposing Her USAR Dog from Sport Dog to Wilderness to Urban (25:18)Trainer Beer Goggles: When Critical Thinking Disappears (29:30)Does Your System Work Across Breeds and Dogs? (35:42)The Starter Dog: Knowing When to Recalibrate (45:47) Resources:Upcoming Events!: https://www.k9detectioncollaborative.com/eventsK9 Sensus Training and Courses: https://www.k9sensus.org/training-coursesLiz Joyce: https://caninehandlerfitness.com/meet-liz/We want to hear from you:Check out the K9 Detection Collaborative FB page and comment on the episode post!K9Sensus Detection Dog Trainer AcademyK9Sensus Foundation can be found on Facebook and Instagram. We have a Trainer's Group on Facebook!Scentsabilities Nosework is also on Facebook. Here is a Facebook group you should join!You can follow us for notifications of upcoming episodes, find us at k9detectioncollaborative.com to enjoy the freebies, and tell your friends so you can keep the conversations going.And don't forget to check out the YouTube Channel!
Episode overview In this episode of Investments Unplugged, hosts Kevin Headland and Macan Nia continue their timely dialogue around the geopolitical turmoil impacting today's markets. Now entering its 40th day (at the time of this recording), the ongoing conflict in the Middle East still commands center stage, so Kevin and Macan discuss how it's feeding through to energy prices, market volatility, and investor behavior. They examine why markets opened 2026 “priced for perfection” (leaving little margin for error), how the current oil price shock compares with 2022's macro environment (with important differences in inflation and interest-rate starting points), and why recent equity valuation compression—particularly in the technology sector—may be creating select opportunities for investors. Key topics & insights 1. Oil: the conflict's key transmission channel “Higher-for-longer” oil price risk: Even if the Middle East conflict resolves, Kevin and Macan suggest that oil prices may remain structurally higher than pre-conflict levels due to supply impairment and perhaps an ongoing geopolitical risk premium. Tracking evolving dynamics: These could include higher shipping insurance rates and even increased transit/toll-like costs tied to safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz—factors that can embed into oil prices beyond an immediate shock. Macroeconomic watchpoints: One of the critical questions still facing economists and investors alike is how higher energy prices might affect global growth rates, the likelihood of a slowdown or recession, and broader inflation levels. 2. Market volatility regime shift (not capitulation) More choppiness in less time: Since the Middle East conflict began, Kevin and Macan have observed a sharp rise in large daily moves by the S&P 500 Index (+/- 1% days), underscoring the reality of a more “headline-driven” market environment. Putting the “fear gauge” in context: While they note the VIX moving up (near ~30 at points), they emphasize that a VIX >30 is historically infrequent and that >40 has typically signaled peak fear levels, seen only in major crisis-type episodes. Markets reacting to ceasefire signals: They describe a “buy-the-dip” tendency where markets rally quickly on any perceived positive news, potentially reflecting underlying market resilience (but also risk if the conflict escalates from here). 3. 2022 comparisons: what's similar vs. what's different The main similarity: Today's geopolitical tensions have pushed oil prices higher, combined with below-trend economic growth and still-sticky overall inflation. A key difference: The starting point for interest rates and bond yields is different now than in early 2022, which affects both bond math and the policy backdrop. Inflation framing (“three Cs”): Today's inflation setup isn't a direct replay of recent history, which was marked by multiple years of persistently elevated inflation. 4. Valuations: technology reset, select opportunities Technology premium compressed: Kevin and Macan highlight that the NASDAQ Composite Index's forward price/earnings (P/E) premium vs. the S&P 500 Index has narrowed considerably, reflecting a meaningful valuation reset in recent months. “Better earnings for a cheaper price”: The market's price (“P”) has come down, while earnings expectations (“E”) have been more resilient, implying that there may now be improved value and select opportunities in some areas of the market. Not all tech is created equal: It's important to break the broad technology sector down into its subsectors (semis, hardware, software/services) in an effort to identify potential winners, rather than just buying tech stocks indiscriminately. Actionable takeaways for Canadian investors Treat volatility as part of the process, not a trigger to abandon it: With markets potentially “priced for perfection,” geopolitical and other surprises can spur outsized moves, so portfolios should be diversified and built to withstand volatility. Focus on the path of oil prices (level + duration): The big risk with regard to oil prices is not necessarily a short-term (e.g., one-week) spike, but rather a more sustained rise that filters into broader inflation expectations and economic growth. If sitting on cash, consider staged reentry into the market: Market uncertainty and volatility can potentially be harnessed to an investor's advantage, as they may spawn attractive opportunities to redeploy some idle cash back into the market. Reassess fixed income with today's yield cushion in mind: A bond's total return consists of both price appreciation and yield.Starting yields are higher today than in 2022, and price volatility may be offset over time by the income (yield) component. Selectively look for valuation-driven opportunities (especially in tech): Broad market sell-offs can sometimes leave no stocks unpunished, potentially offering opportunities to selectively buy high-quality companies at cheaper valuations. 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In this episode of the FIT4Privacy Podcast, privacy expert Punit Patia welcomes Ridwan Oloyede to the Fit4Privacy podcast to discuss how privacy is perceived and evolving across Africa.KEY MOMENTS 01:38 – State of Africa Privacy Overview 03:25 – Laws Across Countries 05:18 – State of Compliance 09:04 – AI Reshaping Regulation 14:12 – Africa Privacy state in next 5-7 years 16:23 – Contact Information Ridwan explains that many African constitution's guarantee privacy rights and that, since 2001, data protection laws have expanded to dozens of countries, typically through omnibus statutes plus sector-specific and regional rules. They discuss compliance maturity, noting increasing local compliance requirements (such as registration and transfer authorizations), growing enforcement activity, and emerging litigation models that vary by country. The conversation also covers rapid growth in AI governance, including national AI strategies and policies, proposed AI-specific and emerging-technology legislation, amendments to data protection laws to address AI, and actions by regulators such as moratoriums and guidance on facial recognition and biometrics. ⸻ ABOUT THE GUEST Ridwan Oloyede is a Nigerian legal practitioner, researcher, and expert in data protection, cybersecurity, and technology policy. As co-founder of Tech Hive Advisory and a Fellow of Information Privacy (FIP), he focuses on AI governance, digital ethics, and cross-border data transfers in Africa. ABOUT THE HOST Punit Bhatia is one of the leading privacy experts who works independently and has worked with professionals in over 30 countries. Punit works with business and privacy leaders to create an organization culture with high privacy awareness and compliance as a business priority. Selectively, Punit is open to mentor and coach privacy professionals. ⸻ Resources & Links Guest Links Ridwan Oloyede https://www.linkedin.com/in/oloyederidwan/ GrowSkills (Privacy Courses & Insights) • Courses: https://growskills.store/courses/ • Insights: https://growskills.store/insights/ • Website: https://growskills.store/ FIT4Privacy • Website: https://www.fit4privacy.com • Podcast: https://www.fit4privacy.com/podcast • Blog: https://www.fit4privacy.com/blog • YouTube: http://youtube.com/fit4privacy Punit Bhatia • Website: https://www.punitbhatia.com Books • Be Ready for GDPR • AI & Privacy – How to Find Balance • Intro to GDPR • Be an Effective DPO
In this episode of the FIT4Privacy Podcast, privacy expert Punit Bhatia speaks with Barry Moult, a longtime data protection professional and mentor to emerging talent. KEY MOMENTS 00:00 – AI & Misinformation: Risks of AI content. 01:42 – Retirement & Mentoring: Barry's ongoing guidance. 06:30 – Human Oversight: Why privacy still needs humans. 10:04 – Mentoring Careers: Advice for newcomers. 13:21 – Making Privacy Fun: Creative training & gamification. 18:33 – Career Tips: Networking and practical skills. 23:26 – Collaboration: Working with cyber & legal experts. 28:57 – Future of Privacy: AI, careers, and opportunities. Their conversation explores how AI is changing the privacy landscape, why human judgment still matters, and what new professionals should know when building a career in data protection. Barry shares practical insights from his decades of experience, emphasizing the importance of mentorship, apprenticeships, and hands-on learning for new privacy professionals. This episode is a guide for anyone entering privacy, offering actionable advice, career strategies, and a glimpse into how the profession is evolving in the age of AI. ⸻ ABOUT THE GUEST Barry Moult is an information governance and data protection consultant who helps people as DPO, trainer, and consultant. Punit was recently won the ICO Excellence in Data Protection Award 2020. Barry founded and chaired the Eastern Region IG Forum since 2003 and is chair of GP-PCN (DPO) National Network 2020 ABOUT THE HOST Punit Bhatia is one of the leading privacy experts who works independently and has worked with professionals in over 30 countries. Punit works with business and privacy leaders to create an organization culture with high privacy awareness and compliance as a business priority. Selectively, Punit is open to mentor and coach privacy professionals. ⸻ Resources & Links Guest Links Barry Moult https://www.linkedin.com/in/barry-moult-5b028319/?originalSubdomain=uk GrowSkills (Privacy Courses & Insights) • Courses: https://growskills.store/courses/ • Insights: https://growskills.store/insights/ • Website: https://growskills.store/ FIT4Privacy • Website: https://www.fit4privacy.com • Podcast: https://www.fit4privacy.com/podcast • Blog: https://www.fit4privacy.com/blog • YouTube: http://youtube.com/fit4privacy Punit Bhatia • Website: https://www.punitbhatia.com Books • Be Ready for GDPR • AI & Privacy – How to Find Balance • Intro to GDPR • Be an Effective DPO
In this episode of the FIT4Privacy Podcast, privacy expert Punit Bhatia speaks with Barry Moult, a longtime data protection professional and mentor to emerging talent. KEY MOMENTS 00:00 – AI & Misinformation: Risks of AI content. 01:42 – Retirement & Mentoring: Barry's ongoing guidance. 06:30 – Human Oversight: Why privacy still needs humans. 10:04 – Mentoring Careers: Advice for newcomers. 13:21 – Making Privacy Fun: Creative training & gamification. 18:33 – Career Tips: Networking and practical skills. 23:26 – Collaboration: Working with cyber & legal experts. 28:57 – Future of Privacy: AI, careers, and opportunities. Their conversation explores how AI is changing the privacy landscape, why human judgment still matters, and what new professionals should know when building a career in data protection. Barry shares practical insights from his decades of experience, emphasizing the importance of mentorship, apprenticeships, and hands-on learning for new privacy professionals. This episode is a guide for anyone entering privacy, offering actionable advice, career strategies, and a glimpse into how the profession is evolving in the age of AI. ⸻ ABOUT THE GUEST Barry Moult is an information governance and data protection consultant who helps people as DPO, trainer, and consultant. Punit was recently won the ICO Excellence in Data Protection Award 2020. Barry founded and chaired the Eastern Region IG Forum since 2003 and is chair of GP-PCN (DPO) National Network 2020 ABOUT THE HOST Punit Bhatia is one of the leading privacy experts who works independently and has worked with professionals in over 30 countries. Punit works with business and privacy leaders to create an organization culture with high privacy awareness and compliance as a business priority. Selectively, Punit is open to mentor and coach privacy professionals. ⸻ Resources & Links Guest Links Barry Moult https://www.linkedin.com/in/barry-moult-5b028319/?originalSubdomain=uk GrowSkills (Privacy Courses & Insights) • Courses: https://growskills.store/courses/ • Insights: https://growskills.store/insights/ • Website: https://growskills.store/ FIT4Privacy • Website: https://www.fit4privacy.com • Podcast: https://www.fit4privacy.com/podcast • Blog: https://www.fit4privacy.com/blog • YouTube: http://youtube.com/fit4privacy Punit Bhatia • Website: https://www.punitbhatia.com Books • Be Ready for GDPR • AI & Privacy – How to Find Balance • Intro to GDPR • Be an Effective DPO
In this episode of the FIT4Privacy Podcast, privacy expert Punit Bhatia sits down with Michal “Mehow” Pospieszalski, founder of American Fortress and co-inventor of MatterFi. Key Moments 00:00 The Privacy Problem in Crypto 01:54 Why Sender Identity Is So Hard 06:19 AI Agents and Transaction Risks 09:55 Stealth Addresses Explained 15:33 Privacy vs Compliance 20:32 American Fortress Solution 24:11 A PayPal-Like Experience for Crypto 28:18 Closing Thoughts Can cryptocurrency ever be truly private while still complying with regulations? Most privacy tools in crypto actually create more problems. Mixers co-mingle funds, identity is unclear, and verifying who you are transacting with becomes nearly impossible. Explore how stealth addresses, human-readable names, and decentralized identity models could allow people to send money securely while still meeting compliance requirements like KYC and anti-money laundering regulations. As AI agents and automated transactions begin to scale globally, the challenge of privacy vs transparency is becoming one of the most important questions in the future of digital finance. This conversation explores whether a system can exist that protects user confidentiality while still enabling trust, compliance, and accountability. ⸻ ABOUT THE GUEST Michal “Mehow” Pospieszalski is the founder of AmericanFortress and co-founder of MatterFi, a pioneer in secure, user-friendly crypto solutions. With a background as a hacker, CTO, and inventor of multiple patented technologies, he has helped create wallets and systems that make crypto as accessible as PayPal while maintaining strong security. Mehow combines technical expertise with visionary strategy to shape the future of digital asset management. ABOUT THE HOST Punit Bhatia is one of the leading privacy experts who works independently and has worked with professionals in over 30 countries. Punit works with business and privacy leaders to create an organization culture with high privacy awareness and compliance as a business priority. Selectively, Punit is open to mentor and coach privacy professionals. ⸻ Resources & Links Guest Links • American Fortress: https://americanfortress.io/ • Michal “Mehow” Pospieszalski: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michal-mehow-pospieszalski-1b3b4443/ GrowSkills (Privacy Courses & Insights) • Courses: https://growskills.store/courses/ • Insights: https://growskills.store/insights/ • Website: https://growskills.store/ FIT4Privacy • Website: https://www.fit4privacy.com • Podcast: https://www.fit4privacy.com/podcast • Blog: https://www.fit4privacy.com/blog • YouTube: http://youtube.com/fit4privacy Punit Bhatia • Website: https://www.punitbhatia.com Books by Punit Bhatia • Be Ready for GDPR • AI & Privacy – How to Find Balance • Intro to GDPR • Be an Effective DPO
//The Wire//1900Z March 24, 2026// //ROUTINE// //BLUF: WAR CONTINUES IN MIDDLE EAST DESPITE ALLEGED CEASEFIRE. EXPLOSION REPORTED AT TEXAS REFINERY.// -----BEGIN TEARLINE----- -International Events-Middle East: The alleged ceasefire was broken immediately after it was announced yesterday. Israeli PM Netanyahu directly and clearly stated that regardless of the American ceasefire, the Israelis will continue targeting efforts. Which they did yesterday evening as the strikes in Tehran continued. After these targeting efforts were undertaken, Iranian forces retaliated with drone/missile attacks on Israel, Kuwait, and Bahrain. The United States likewise has not been observed to reduce targeting efforts at all, with plane spotters in England continuing to witness American B-52's constantly departing RAF Fairford with bombs slung underwing, before returning many hours later empty.Analyst Comment: This adds more weight to the theory that the "ceasefire" was probably not very serious, and possibly intended to buy time for more troop movements and resupply operations. Again, time will tell how this develops, but right now, no cessation of bombings ever went into effect.Strait of Hormuz: Traffic through the Strait has begun to trickle through in an organized manner as Iranian officials have cut deals with various nations, to allow their ships to transit the waterway. Around a dozen ships have passed through the Strait by diverting into Iranian waters, for inspection by Iranian forces in the vicinity of Larak Island. Analyst Comment: The Larak-tollbooth arrangement started coming into effect last week, and as of this morning is beginning to see more regular use. More strategically, this procedure is vastly more important than it seems as this arrangement is both granting the Iranians more international prestige, but also reducing tensions with other nations (such as China, India, and Japan), who have also been impacted by the war. Selectively allowing ships to transit narrows the scope of Iranian targeting to more directly target the United States, instead of just halting traffic to the rest of the world.-HomeFront-Texas: Yesterday afternoon a major explosion and subsequent fire was reported at the Valero Refinery in Port Arthur. Local shelter-in-place orders were issued as authorities extinguished the fire over a period of several hours. The cause of the explosion/fire has not been disclosed.-----END TEARLINE-----Analyst Comments: The timing of this incident is indeed quite suspicious, however at the moment there's really not enough data to make an informed call about this potentially being linked to malign action. At best, all we can do is observe that things start blowing up in the homeland when certain international tensions come to fruition. It is overwhelmingly likely that various "shadow warfare" tactics would be used by a variety of malign actors within the United States at this present time, but as with the Valero fire it will be hard to attribute these incidents to malign action beyond reasonable doubt. In any case, these incidents are a sharp reminder to stay vigilant even if we don't know exactly what happened.Analyst: S2A1 Research: https://publish.obsidian.md/s2underground Disclaimer: No LLMs were used in the writing of this report. //END REPORT//
4. Guest: Jeremy Zakis. Jeremy Zakisdetails the strategic "diplomacy" of his 11-year-old Spoodle, Dallas, in managing backyard bird territories,. Dallas has learned to selectively disperse aggressive minor birds, whose presence previously deterred destructive cockatoos. By intervening, Dallas has allowed his "friends," the magpies, to return safely to the property. Zakis notes that Dallas demonstrates remarkable discernment, tolerating docile species like sparrows and rosellas while maintaining a "pecking order" against foes,. This behavior includes Dallas sharing his breakfast with the magpies, effectively restoring what Zakis describes as a "rightful balance of nature",,. (4)
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In this episode of the FIT4Privacy Podcast, privacy expert Punit Bhatia sits down with Michal “Mehow” Pospieszalski, founder of American Fortress and co-inventor of MatterFi. Key Moments 00:00 The Privacy Problem in Crypto 01:54 Why Sender Identity Is So Hard 06:19 AI Agents and Transaction Risks 09:55 Stealth Addresses Explained 15:33 Privacy vs Compliance 20:32 American Fortress Solution 24:11 A PayPal-Like Experience for Crypto 28:18 Closing Thoughts Can cryptocurrency ever be truly private while still complying with regulations? Most privacy tools in crypto actually create more problems. Mixers co-mingle funds, identity is unclear, and verifying who you are transacting with becomes nearly impossible. Explore how stealth addresses, human-readable names, and decentralized identity models could allow people to send money securely while still meeting compliance requirements like KYC and anti-money laundering regulations. As AI agents and automated transactions begin to scale globally, the challenge of privacy vs transparency is becoming one of the most important questions in the future of digital finance. This conversation explores whether a system can exist that protects user confidentiality while still enabling trust, compliance, and accountability. ⸻ ABOUT THE GUEST Michal “Mehow” Pospieszalski is the founder of AmericanFortress and co-founder of MatterFi, a pioneer in secure, user-friendly crypto solutions. With a background as a hacker, CTO, and inventor of multiple patented technologies, he has helped create wallets and systems that make crypto as accessible as PayPal while maintaining strong security. Mehow combines technical expertise with visionary strategy to shape the future of digital asset management. ABOUT THE HOST Punit Bhatia is one of the leading privacy experts who works independently and has worked with professionals in over 30 countries. Punit works with business and privacy leaders to create an organization culture with high privacy awareness and compliance as a business priority. Selectively, Punit is open to mentor and coach privacy professionals. ⸻ Resources & Links Guest Links • American Fortress: https://americanfortress.io/ • Michal “Mehow” Pospieszalski: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michal-mehow-pospieszalski-1b3b4443/ GrowSkills (Privacy Courses & Insights) • Courses: https://growskills.store/courses/ • Insights: https://growskills.store/insights/ • Website: https://growskills.store/ FIT4Privacy • Website: https://www.fit4privacy.com • Podcast: https://www.fit4privacy.com/podcast • Blog: https://www.fit4privacy.com/blog • YouTube: http://youtube.com/fit4privacy Punit Bhatia • Website: https://www.punitbhatia.com Books by Punit Bhatia • Be Ready for GDPR • AI & Privacy – How to Find Balance • Intro to GDPR • Be an Effective DPO
How is artificial intelligence reshaping the future of crypto and the internet as we know it?In this conversation, Punit and Gokhan explore the current landscape of AI and break down its core concepts in simple terms before diving into the fundamentals of cryptocurrency. The discussion highlights how AI is increasingly shaping the crypto ecosystem, from real-world use cases to the evolution of Web 3.0 and what may come next. The episode concludes with insights into the growing convergence of AI and crypto and how these technologies together are transforming the digital economy.Tune in to gain practical insights, stay ahead of emerging trends, and learn how to get involved in the AI–crypto revolution.KEY CONVERSATION 00:02:09 Gokhan's Introduction 00:03:35 How would you put AI in a few words 00:06:22 What is crypto and what is it all about 00:10:42 What is this web 3.0 or is 4.0 on the way 00:12:09 Cases in which AI is being used in crypto and it's changing the game 00:21:01 What is happening with crypto and AI combined 00:28:25 About Gokhan's podcast 00:31:10 Get in Touch with Gokhan ABOUT THE GUEST Gokhan Polat, a visionary leader on a mission to transform challenges into opportunities and foster growth in every endeavor. With a rich background in strategic growth, risk management, and community building, Gokhan has honed his skills in the dynamic realm of crypto asset services. As a seasoned leader, he navigated the intricacies of enterprise risk management, mastering the art of problem-solving in high-stakes environments. Driven by a profound desire to empower others, Gokhan co-founded the Databulls community, cultivating a vibrant space for learning and collaboration in the tech and business spheres. This experience reinforced his belief in the transformative power of collaboration and shared knowledge. Gokhan leads strategy and business development at his company, where he thrives on crafting and executing ambitious plans that fuel sustainable growth. His strategic acumen and collaborative approach empower teams to surpass expectations and achieve remarkable results. Gokhan's leadership style is characterized by a human touch, fostering strong, motivated teams through open communication, trust, and a focus on personal development. With strategic foresight, he translates vision into actionable plans, driving growth and maximizing team potential. His deep industry knowledge, spanning both crypto and professional services, equips him with invaluable insights into diverse domains. Gokhan is a champion of community, believing in the transformative power of collaboration and meaningful connections. ABOUT THE HOST Punit Bhatia is one of the leading privacy experts who works independently and has worked with professionals in over 30 countries. Punit works with business and privacy leaders to create an organization culture with high privacy awareness and compliance as a business priority. Selectively, Punit is open to mentor and coach privacy professionals. Punit is the author of books “Be Ready for GDPR'' which was rated as the best GDPR Book, “AI & Privacy – How to Find Balance”, “Intro To GDPR”, and “Be an Effective DPO”. Punit is a global speaker who has spoken at over 30 global events. Punit is the creator and host of the FIT4PRIVACY Podcast. This podcast has been featured amongst top GDPR and privacy podcasts. As a person, Punit is an avid thinker and believes in thinking, believing, and acting in line with one's value to have joy in life. He has developed the philosophy named ‘ABC for joy of life' which passionately shares. Punit is based out of Belgium, the heart of Europe. RESOURCES Websites www.fit4privacy.com,www.punitbhatia.com, https://growskills.store/ Podcast https://www.fit4privacy.com/podcast Blog https://www.fit4privacy.com/blog YouTube http://youtube.com/fit4privacy Insights https://growskills.store/insights/ ISO Standard Courses at https://growskills.store/courses/
How is artificial intelligence reshaping the future of crypto and the internet as we know it? In this conversation, Punit and Gokhan explore the current landscape of AI and break down its core concepts in simple terms before diving into the fundamentals of cryptocurrency. The discussion highlights how AI is increasingly shaping the crypto ecosystem, from real-world use cases to the evolution of Web 3.0 and what may come next. The episode concludes with insights into the growing convergence of AI and crypto and how these technologies together are transforming the digital economy. Tune in to gain practical insights, stay ahead of emerging trends, and learn how to get involved in the AI–crypto revolution.KEY CONVERSATION 00:02:09 Gokhan's Introduction 00:03:35 How would you put AI in a few words 00:06:22 What is crypto and what is it all about 00:10:42 What is this web 3.0 or is 4.0 on the way 00:12:09 Cases in which AI is being used in crypto and it's changing the game 00:21:01 What is happening with crypto and AI combined 00:28:25 About Gokhan's podcast 00:31:10 Get in Touch with Gokhan ABOUT THE GUEST Gokhan Polat, a visionary leader on a mission to transform challenges into opportunities and foster growth in every endeavor. With a rich background in strategic growth, risk management, and community building, Gokhan has honed his skills in the dynamic realm of crypto asset services. As a seasoned leader, he navigated the intricacies of enterprise risk management, mastering the art of problem-solving in high-stakes environments. Driven by a profound desire to empower others, Gokhan co-founded the Databulls community, cultivating a vibrant space for learning and collaboration in the tech and business spheres. This experience reinforced his belief in the transformative power of collaboration and shared knowledge. Gokhan leads strategy and business development at his company, where he thrives on crafting and executing ambitious plans that fuel sustainable growth. His strategic acumen and collaborative approach empower teams to surpass expectations and achieve remarkable results. Gokhan's leadership style is characterized by a human touch, fostering strong, motivated teams through open communication, trust, and a focus on personal development. With strategic foresight, he translates vision into actionable plans, driving growth and maximizing team potential. His deep industry knowledge, spanning both crypto and professional services, equips him with invaluable insights into diverse domains. Gokhan is a champion of community, believing in the transformative power of collaboration and meaningful connections. ABOUT THE HOST Punit Bhatia is one of the leading privacy experts who works independently and has worked with professionals in over 30 countries. Punit works with business and privacy leaders to create an organization culture with high privacy awareness and compliance as a business priority. Selectively, Punit is open to mentor and coach privacy professionals. Punit is the author of books “Be Ready for GDPR'' which was rated as the best GDPR Book, “AI & Privacy – How to Find Balance”, “Intro To GDPR”, and “Be an Effective DPO”. Punit is a global speaker who has spoken at over 30 global events. Punit is the creator and host of the FIT4PRIVACY Podcast. This podcast has been featured amongst top GDPR and privacy podcasts. As a person, Punit is an avid thinker and believes in thinking, believing, and acting in line with one's value to have joy in life. He has developed the philosophy named ‘ABC for joy of life' which passionately shares. Punit is based out of Belgium, the heart of Europe. RESOURCES Websites www.fit4privacy.com,www.punitbhatia.com, https://growskills.store/ Podcast https://www.fit4privacy.com/podcast Blog https://www.fit4privacy.com/blog YouTube http://youtube.com/fit4privacy Insights https://growskills.store/insights/ ISO Standard Courses at https://growskills.store/courses/
AI is transforming the world—but is it transforming privacy for better or for risk? We trust our GP with our deepest secrets, but can we extend that same trust to AI-powered systems and cloud-based suppliers? And if AI can re-identify people even in anonymized research data, is “anonymous” still real anymore? In this episode, Punit Bhatia and Tania Palmariellodiviney reveals how AI tools reshape confidentiality, integrity, availability, cloud sprawl, supplier risk, clinical transcription accuracy, re-identification, and even personal fears like voice-based deepfakes. The voice of experience rings clear: digital trust isn't a checkbox…it's engineered early with transparency, responsible data use, privacy by design, and safety by design.
On this episode of "The Bruce Exclusive", Bruce primes the listeners for the offseason with a conversation about NFL insiders and discusses the curious case of Dalton Kincaid. Topics include Joe Brady, Brandon Beane, Terry Pegula, Josh Allen, Dalton Kincaid, Buffalo Bills free agents, Buffalo Bills draft picks, Buffalo Bills free agents, and more! "The Bruce Exclusive" is part of the Rumblings Cast Network! The Rumblings Cast Network family of shows includes Billieve, The Bruce Exclusive, Jamie D & Big Newt, Leading the Charge, and Unplugged. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
AI is transforming the world—but is it transforming privacy for better or for risk? We trust our GP with our deepest secrets, but can we extend that same trust to AI-powered systems and cloud-based suppliers? And if AI can re-identify people even in anonymized research data, is “anonymous” still real anymore? In this episode, Punit Bhatia and Tania Palmariellodiviney reveals how AI tools reshape confidentiality, integrity, availability, cloud sprawl, supplier risk, clinical transcription accuracy, re-identification, and even personal fears like voice-based deepfakes. The voice of experience rings clear: digital trust isn't a checkbox…it's engineered early with transparency, responsible data use, privacy by design, and safety by design.
Deep Analysis is a well-informed and highly respected analyst team with a lot to say about AI in 2026. Ed and Clay are informed, and we respect them a lot internally, but mostly – they're a little unstructured. In Ep. 4, Ed and Clay dive deep into some of the trends outlined in Deep Analysis's 2026 trends report.
What does AI really mean in simple terms? What are the biggest security and privacy risks for companies—especially in healthcare? How can organizations manage these risks effectively and stay compliant with fast-changing AI regulations? And why should businesses and professionals consider getting certified in ISO 42001, the new international standard for AI management systems? In this episode, Punit Bhatia talks with Walter Haydock, an expert in AI security and compliance, about how companies can use ISO 42001 to manage AI responsibly. They discuss the real-world risks of AI, practical steps to reduce them, and why certification can help build trust, credibility, and resilience in an AI-powered world.
What does AI really mean in simple terms? What are the biggest security and privacy risks for companies—especially in healthcare? How can organizations manage these risks effectively and stay compliant with fast-changing AI regulations? And why should businesses and professionals consider getting certified in ISO 42001, the new international standard for AI management systems?In this episode, Punit Bhatia talks with Walter Haydock, an expert in AI security and compliance, about how companies can use ISO 42001 to manage AI responsibly. They discuss the real-world risks of AI, practical steps to reduce them, and why certification can help build trust, credibility, and resilience in an AI-powered world.
How can we truly trust technology in a world powered by AI and emerging tech? What exactly is medical identity theft, and why should we all be worried about it? And how is the Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence (GPAI) helping make AI more responsible and fairer?In this episode, Punit Bhatia sits down with Pam Dixon, founder and executive director of the World Privacy Forum, to talk about how we can build trust and protect our privacy in a rapidly changing digital world. They dive into real issues like data misuse, identity theft, and the global efforts shaping stronger privacy and governance standards.
How can we truly trust technology in a world powered by AI and emerging tech? What exactly is medical identity theft, and why should we all be worried about it? And how is the Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence (GPAI) helping make AI more responsible and fairer?In this episode, Punit Bhatia sits down with Pam Dixon, founder and executive director of the World Privacy Forum, to talk about how we can build trust and protect our privacy in a rapidly changing digital world. They dive into real issues like data misuse, identity theft, and the global efforts shaping stronger privacy and governance standards.
What does digital trust really mean in today's AI-driven world? How are AI and quantum technologies changing the way organizations build and maintain trust? How can businesses act responsibly and ethically while embracing innovation?In this episode, Punit Bhatia talks with Sebastian Hallensleben, an expert in AI governance and digital trust. They discussed how the EU's common AI standards and the OECD's business guidance are helping shape the next phase of responsible and trustworthy innovation. Together, they explore how trust, ethics, and compliance come together in a world powered by AI and quantum technology.
What does digital trust really mean in today's AI-driven world? How are AI and quantum technologies changing the way organizations build and maintain trust? How can businesses act responsibly and ethically while embracing innovation?In this episode, Punit Bhatia talks with Sebastian Hallensleben, an expert in AI governance and digital trust. They discussed how the EU's common AI standards and the OECD's business guidance are helping shape the next phase of responsible and trustworthy innovation. Together, they explore how trust, ethics, and compliance come together in a world powered by AI and quantum technology.
The Venezuela operation has been marketed as a flawless military achievement, and from a purely tactical standpoint, that assessment may be fair. The operators involved are unquestionably elite, and the United States retains unmatched capacity for precision action. The problem is not military competence but credibility. This administration has a long record of half-truths, selective framing, and narrative manipulation, which makes any official explanation suspect by default. The timing of the operation—coinciding with renewed pressure and exposure surrounding the Epstein scandal—raises unavoidable questions about motive. History shows that foreign spectacle is often deployed when domestic scandals threaten powerful interests, and the Epstein network represents exactly that kind of threat. In that context, skepticism is not conspiratorial; it is rational.The justification for targeting Venezuela collapses further when examined through the lens of drug enforcement. Venezuela is not a primary producer of fentanyl and plays only a secondary role as a transit point in broader cocaine trafficking networks. The real drivers of the opioid crisis are Mexican cartels like CJNG and the Chapitos, while cocaine production overwhelmingly originates in Colombia. Selectively framing Venezuela as the central villain exposes the operation as politically convenient rather than strategically honest. Meanwhile, the core causes of America's drug crisis—addiction, mental health, economic despair, and lack of treatment infrastructure—remain chronically underfunded and ignored. The result is a flashy distraction that creates headlines without solving problems, buying time for elites while accountability is delayed once again. In short, the operation may look impressive, but its premise does not hold up under scrutiny—and that dog does not hunt.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.com
The Venezuela operation has been marketed as a flawless military achievement, and from a purely tactical standpoint, that assessment may be fair. The operators involved are unquestionably elite, and the United States retains unmatched capacity for precision action. The problem is not military competence but credibility. This administration has a long record of half-truths, selective framing, and narrative manipulation, which makes any official explanation suspect by default. The timing of the operation—coinciding with renewed pressure and exposure surrounding the Epstein scandal—raises unavoidable questions about motive. History shows that foreign spectacle is often deployed when domestic scandals threaten powerful interests, and the Epstein network represents exactly that kind of threat. In that context, skepticism is not conspiratorial; it is rational.The justification for targeting Venezuela collapses further when examined through the lens of drug enforcement. Venezuela is not a primary producer of fentanyl and plays only a secondary role as a transit point in broader cocaine trafficking networks. The real drivers of the opioid crisis are Mexican cartels like CJNG and the Chapitos, while cocaine production overwhelmingly originates in Colombia. Selectively framing Venezuela as the central villain exposes the operation as politically convenient rather than strategically honest. Meanwhile, the core causes of America's drug crisis—addiction, mental health, economic despair, and lack of treatment infrastructure—remain chronically underfunded and ignored. The result is a flashy distraction that creates headlines without solving problems, buying time for elites while accountability is delayed once again. In short, the operation may look impressive, but its premise does not hold up under scrutiny—and that dog does not hunt.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.
The Venezuela operation has been marketed as a flawless military achievement, and from a purely tactical standpoint, that assessment may be fair. The operators involved are unquestionably elite, and the United States retains unmatched capacity for precision action. The problem is not military competence but credibility. This administration has a long record of half-truths, selective framing, and narrative manipulation, which makes any official explanation suspect by default. The timing of the operation—coinciding with renewed pressure and exposure surrounding the Epstein scandal—raises unavoidable questions about motive. History shows that foreign spectacle is often deployed when domestic scandals threaten powerful interests, and the Epstein network represents exactly that kind of threat. In that context, skepticism is not conspiratorial; it is rational.The justification for targeting Venezuela collapses further when examined through the lens of drug enforcement. Venezuela is not a primary producer of fentanyl and plays only a secondary role as a transit point in broader cocaine trafficking networks. The real drivers of the opioid crisis are Mexican cartels like CJNG and the Chapitos, while cocaine production overwhelmingly originates in Colombia. Selectively framing Venezuela as the central villain exposes the operation as politically convenient rather than strategically honest. Meanwhile, the core causes of America's drug crisis—addiction, mental health, economic despair, and lack of treatment infrastructure—remain chronically underfunded and ignored. The result is a flashy distraction that creates headlines without solving problems, buying time for elites while accountability is delayed once again. In short, the operation may look impressive, but its premise does not hold up under scrutiny—and that dog does not hunt.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.
How can pharma and healthcare organizations balance innovation, AI, and privacy compliance? In this episode of FIT4Privacy, Punit joined by Timothy Nobles, a leading expert in data privacy and healthcare innovation, to explore how organizations can responsibly use data while staying compliant with global regulations like GDPR and HIPAA. If you're passionate about the intersection of privacy, data, and healthcare innovation, this conversation is a must-listen.
How can pharma and healthcare organizations balance innovation, AI, and privacy compliance?In this episode of FIT4Privacy, Punit joined by Timothy Nobles, a leading expert in data privacy and healthcare innovation, to explore how organizations can responsibly use data while staying compliant with global regulations like GDPR and HIPAA.If you're passionate about the intersection of privacy, data, and healthcare innovation, this conversation is a must-listen.
What does it really take to succeed — in life, work, and even in the age of AI?Join Dr. Oudi Abouchacra, Amazon best-selling author, performance coach, and founder of Inspired Results, as he shares the secrets behind the Four Cs of High Performance — Competence, Credibility, Clarity, and Connectivity.He also explores how the same human qualities that drive excellence are now influencing the way we interact with AI, and what that means for the future of communication, trust, and leadership. With his signature blend of psychology, storytelling, and practical insight, Dr. Oudi offers a roadmap for individuals and organizations aiming to perform at their highest potential.KEY CONVERSATIONS 00:02:24 4 Cs – Competence + Credibility + Clarity + Communication + Connectivity 00:07:48 Applying the Four Cs to AI 00:15:51 Difference between human interaction and artificial interaction 00:21:31 Fear of the Unknown and AI 00:26:29 Dr. Audi's Work and Contact Information 00:31:06 Conclusion and Farewell ABOUT THE GUESTDr. Oudi Abouchacra is an Amazon best-selling author and internationally recognized performance expert, as well as the founder of Inspired Results, a global coaching and training company based in Abu Dhabi. With more than twenty years of experience as a chiropractor, coach, and speaker, Dr. Oudi has dedicated his career to helping professionals and organizations maximize their performance and return on investment of time, money, and energy. Known for his dynamic and engaging “edu-taining” delivery style, he offers a range of signature programs—including Power House Team Building, Fear Forward, Speak-ology, Work Your Network with the 4Cs, and Unlimited Life—that blend psychology, neuroscience, and practical strategies to drive measurable results. His expertise has reached audiences across major corporations, government entities, and educational institutions around the world, including the Big Four firms, global banks, Adobe, and leading universities. A certified Demartini Method® Facilitator and World Class Speaking Coach, Dr. Oudi continues to inspire global audiences through his talks, books, and upcoming documentary Inspired, aimed at helping individuals unlock their potential and achieve sustained success.ABOUT THE HOST Punit Bhatia is one of the leading privacy experts who works independently and has worked with professionals in over 30 countries. Punit works with business and privacy leaders to create an organization culture with high privacy awareness and compliance as a business priority. Selectively, Punit is open to mentor and coach privacy professionals. Punit is the author of books “Be Ready for GDPR'' which was rated as the best GDPR Book, “AI & Privacy – How to Find Balance”, “Intro To GDPR”, and “Be an Effective DPO”. Punit is a global speaker who has spoken at over 30 global events. Punit is the creator and host of the FIT4PRIVACY Podcast. This podcast has been featured amongst top GDPR and privacy podcasts. As a person, Punit is an avid thinker and believes in thinking, believing, and acting in line with one's value to have joy in life. He has developed the philosophy named ‘ABC for joy of life' which passionately shares. Punit is based out of Belgium, the heart of Europe.RESOURCES Websites www.fit4privacy.com,www.punitbhatia.com,https://www.linkedin.com/in/inspireddroudi/, www.droudi.com , https://growskills.store/Podcast https://www.fit4privacy.com/podcast Blog https://www.fit4privacy.com/blog YouTube http://youtube.com/fit4privacy
What does it really take to succeed — in life, work, and even in the age of AI?Join Dr. Oudi Abouchacra, Amazon best-selling author, performance coach, and founder of Inspired Results, as he shares the secrets behind the Four Cs of High Performance — Competence, Credibility, Clarity, and Connectivity.He also explores how the same human qualities that drive excellence are now influencing the way we interact with AI, and what that means for the future of communication, trust, and leadership. With his signature blend of psychology, storytelling, and practical insight, Dr. Oudi offers a roadmap for individuals and organizations aiming to perform at their highest potential.KEY CONVERSION 00:02:24 4 Cs – Competence + Credibility + Clarity + Communication + Connectivity 00:07:48 Applying the Four Cs to AI 00:15:51 Difference between human interaction and artificial interaction 00:21:31 Fear of the Unknown and AI 00:26:29 Dr. Audi's Work and Contact Information 00:31:06 Conclusion and Farewell ABOUT THE GUESTDr. Oudi Abouchacra is an Amazon best-selling author and internationally recognized performance expert, as well as the founder of Inspired Results, a global coaching and training company based in Abu Dhabi. With more than twenty years of experience as a chiropractor, coach, and speaker, Dr. Oudi has dedicated his career to helping professionals and organizations maximize their performance and return on investment of time, money, and energy. Known for his dynamic and engaging “edu-taining” delivery style, he offers a range of signature programs—including Power House Team Building, Fear Forward, Speak-ology, Work Your Network with the 4Cs, and Unlimited Life—that blend psychology, neuroscience, and practical strategies to drive measurable results. His expertise has reached audiences across major corporations, government entities, and educational institutions around the world, including the Big Four firms, global banks, Adobe, and leading universities. A certified Demartini Method® Facilitator and World Class Speaking Coach, Dr. Oudi continues to inspire global audiences through his talks, books, and upcoming documentary Inspired, aimed at helping individuals unlock their potential and achieve sustained success.ABOUT THE HOST Punit Bhatia is one of the leading privacy experts who works independently and has worked with professionals in over 30 countries. Punit works with business and privacy leaders to create an organization culture with high privacy awareness and compliance as a business priority. Selectively, Punit is open to mentor and coach privacy professionals. Punit is the author of books “Be Ready for GDPR'' which was rated as the best GDPR Book, “AI & Privacy – How to Find Balance”, “Intro To GDPR”, and “Be an Effective DPO”. Punit is a global speaker who has spoken at over 30 global events. Punit is the creator and host of the FIT4PRIVACY Podcast. This podcast has been featured amongst top GDPR and privacy podcasts. As a person, Punit is an avid thinker and believes in thinking, believing, and acting in line with one's value to have joy in life. He has developed the philosophy named ‘ABC for joy of life' which passionately shares. Punit is based out of Belgium, the heart of Europe.RESOURCES Websites www.fit4privacy.com,www.punitbhatia.com,https://www.linkedin.com/in/inspireddroudi/, www.droudi.com Podcast https://www.fit4privacy.com/podcast Blog https://www.fit4privacy.com/blog YouTube http://youtube.com/fit4privacy
We Like Shooting Episode 639 This episode of We Like Shooting is brought to you by: Gideon Optics, Blue Alpha, Die Free Co., Mitchell Defense, Bowers Group, and Second Call Defense Welcome to the We Like Shooting Show, episode 639! Our cast tonight is Jeremy Pozderac, Aaron Krieger, Nick Lynch, and me Shawn Herrin, welcome to the show! -Gideon Optics- Free Torque Screwdriver with every optic purchase. (one per customer, while supplies last) -Blue Alpha - https://www.bluealphabelts.com/product-category/christmas-combos/ -Die Free Co - 20% off and free ship over $50. ends mon at midnight Gear Chat Shawn - MDT Hand Cannon Shawn - Falco Fire Falco Holsters Nick - Kenton Industries Turret Strips C&G Holsters Bullet Points Shawn - Secret Service wants new Duty rifle. Shawn - Magpul metal expansion Shawn - Glock Gen 6? Gun Fights Step right up for "Gun Fights," the high-octane segment hosted by Nick Lynch, where our cast members go head-to-head in a game show-style showdown! Each contestant tries to prove their gun knowledge dominance. It's a wild ride of bids, bluffs, and banter—who will come out on top? Tune in to find out! Agency Brief English Bill of Rights 1689 COLD OPEN: Back in 1689, the British figured out that a government with a standing army and disarmed citizens was a bad idea. Then they forgot. THE VILLAIN: KING JAMES II (THE ORIGINAL ANTI-GUNNER) The Motive: James II wanted absolute power and a Catholic takeover of a Protestant nation. The Tactics: Used "Game Laws" (hunting regs) to disarm commoners. Selectively disarmed political enemies (Protestants) while arming loyalists (Catholics). Built a standing army in peacetime to intimidate the populace. The Lesson: Gun control was created to secure political power, not public safety. THE REVOLUTION: THE "GLORIOUS" HOSTILE TAKEOVER The Invite: Elites ("Immortal Seven") invited William of Orange to invade England. The Flight: James II's military support collapsed; he fled to France. The Contract: Parliament told William: "You can be King, but only if you sign this rights document." THE DOCUMENT: WHAT IT ACTUALLY SAYS The Text: "That the subjects which are Protestants may have arms for their defence suitable to their conditions and as allowed by law." The Wins: Recognized an individual right to have arms. Explicitly stated the purpose was "defence" (not just militia service). Banned standing armies in peacetime without Parliament's consent. The Traps (Bugs): "Suitable to their conditions": Classism. Rich people got better determination of rights. "As allowed by law": The loophole that eventually killed gun rights in the UK. THE AMERICAN UPGRADE (FIXING THE BUGS) The Fix: Madison and the Founders looked at the English model and patched the holes. No Classism: Removed "suitable to conditions." Rights are for everyone, poor or rich. No Religion: Removed "Protestants." Rights are for "The People." No Loopholes: Replaced "as allowed by law" with "Shall not be infringed." The Result: The English right was a permission slip from Parliament; the American right is a restriction on the Government. FACT CHECK & MYTH BUSTING Myth: "It was only for militias." Fact: Text says "subjects" (plural individuals) and "for their defence." Myth: "It shows regulation is normal." Fact: It shows that fighting regulation is traditional. The Bill was literally a response to excessive regulation by the King. Hidden Motive: The English elites wanted an armed populace to check the King, but not armed enough to check Parliament. The US Founders wanted the people to check everyone. IMPACT ON YOU (MODERN IMPACT) Supreme Court: In Heller and Bruen, the Court relies on this document to prove that individual gun ownership is an ancient Anglo-American tradition. Litigation: When states try to use "history" to ban guns, we use 1689 to show that disarming citizens is the act of a tyrant, not a legitimate government. Regulatory Creep: Expanding "sensitive places" and "permit requirements" is exactly how the UK used the "allowed by law" loophole to ban everything. We are fighting to keep the "American Upgrade" intact. WLS is Lifestyle Savage - Doing a 3D printed build based on the Ruger 10/22. Gifts for Christmas The Alley Shawn - Max Michel from Sig to Staccato Going Ballistic UK Man arrested for picture of holding a shotgun https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/washington-assault-weapon-ban-upheld/ https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/washington-assault-weapon-ban-upheld/ https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/senate-democrats-universal-background-checks/ https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/senate-democrats-universal-background-checks/ https://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/whitmer-michigan-task-force-gun-ban-recommendations/ Reviews ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - from Ed Zup - If you're reading this before you've listened to your first episode then you need to be prepared. If you think you've heard some wild shit from your quote-unquote radical friends then you better strap your ear pussies in for a ride. Upon hitting play you will be greeted by 5 cast members and while it will all seem normal for the first 15 seconds, you will soon find out that these dudes are cooler than your actual friends. Shawn, the head of the dick that is WLS, is always front and center, he runs the show and seemingly has seen it all and sometimes he gets drunk and that's when the real fun happens. Jeremy is likened to the shaft, keeps the cast together, is always the one to brag about his size and multiple times throughout the show he will uncontrollably engorge himself with rage. Aaron and Nick are both like the balls, Nick is the higher up one, closer to the head and friendly with the shaft. Seems to have lots of knowledge about the business but you would never know it. For the most part he is quiet and stays out of the way. But when he is needed, he generally has an answer. Aaron on the other hand, he is the lower one, he is the Ying to Nicks Yang, he always can't help himself with getting in the way, of easy conversation. And the rest of the cast always has fun at the expense of Aaron's well being. That being said these 5 guys will broaden your firearms and associated knowledge with true stories, industry news, first hand experience along with a lot of good laughs. Love the show guys. Keep it up. Oh shit, I forgot the 5th guy. Yeah then there's Savage1r. He's the taint. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - from Sigger Jim - I would like to amend my previous review in which i compared the cast to spices. Shawn is Thyme because his hunting stories waste a lot of it. Nick is cream of tarter because hes a little 'tarded, but the good kind of 'tarded. Jeremy is white pepper because white pepper isnt black. Aaron is cumin because all the dudes that cum-in him. Savage is still flour, but unbleached flour this time. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - from Craven Moorehead - ▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️ You know, I like having that A-aron character around. His childlike innocence……no……ignorance, brings out the knowledge from Jeremy (the one everyone seems to think is a cunt) and Nick. Sometimes they need to see what a complete neophyte…..no……buffoon would think about a subject, so that they can expound upon the minutiae. Otherwise they would just assume that everyone is privy to the information, and move on. I also enjoy the older fellow with the ptosis of the scrotum. His stories about spoons and hunting and bad decisions sure will put a fellow to sleep. I think that about covers everyone. In closing, I sure do enjoy the podcast. Enough that I renew my cult membership every time the older fellow screws up the billing. No notes Before we let you go - Join Gun Owners of America Tell your friends about the show and get backstage access by joining the Gun Cult at theguncult.com. No matter how tough your battle is today, we want you here fight with us tomorrow. Don't struggle in silence, you can contact the suicide prevention line by dialing 988 from your phone. Remember - Always prefer Dangerous Freedom over peaceful slavery. We'll see you next time! Nick - @busbuiltsystems | Bus Built Systems Jeremy - @ret_actual | Rivers Edge Tactical Aaron - @machinegun_moses Savage - @savage1r Shawn - @dangerousfreedomyt | @camorado.cam | Camorado
What happens when your personal data is misused or stolen — can you really take a company to court?
PREVIEW Chinese Central Filtering of Canadian Statistical Assistance. Charles Burton discusses Canada's 1990s statistical assistance to China, noting how central filtering distorted the results. Authorities selectively used data that fit assumptions of success, ignoring negative information or using it only to improve tax extraction. The Canadians felt readily deceived due to China's reluctance to share negative truths. Guest: Charles Burton.
Hugh Hallman, Attorney, Educator, and former Mayor of Tempe, joins Seth in studio for the full hour to talk about British Broadcasting Corporation’s (BBC) selective editing of President Trump’s January 6, 2021 speech from the White House Ellipse for an episode of the Panorama. The media whitewashing of the internal reports of the BBC’s bias. Tucker Carlson’s recent interview with Nick Fuentes and preventing ‘wacky’ ideas from infiltrating the conservative movement.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We've heard that Microsoft will go off script this year with a 26H1 release of Windows 11 specifically aimed at Snapdragon X2-based PCs, as it did with the early release of 24H2 last year for the first-generation Snapdragon X. Also, Microsoft's latest earnings call left analysts baffled as execs dodged questions about multibillion-dollar AI losses and the real story behind OpenAI's ballooning deficit.26H1! Now confirmed by the release notes of a Windows Update And the Dev channel will soon switch over to 26H1 testing, with Beta moving to 25H2 (from 24H2) Expectations? All three versions will be functionally identical except for some Copilot+ PC-specific features that may be briefly only on Snapdragon X2. And then there will be a 26H2 for everyone More Windows 11 Microsoft (over) simplifies its Windows Update naming scheme, and then has to backtrack a bit because of admin/IT backlash October Preview Update screwed up Task Manager a little bit Dev/Beta update noted above included a new build with Ask Copilot in the Taskbar, Full-screen experience for Xbox gaming handhelds, Shared audio over Bluetooth LE in preview, and improvements to the WOA Prism emulator (which partially explains the expectations bit above) Microsoft Edge password manager can now save and sync passkeys, but you should still use a third-party password/identity manager Microsoft Store gets a bulk installer but only on the web Earnings learnings Microsoft earnings: Revenues up 18 percent to $77.7 billion but cost of AI is spiraling out of control and will only get bigger this FY Productivity and Business Processes revenues up 17 percent YOY to $33 billion Intelligent Cloud revenues of $30.9 billion, a gain of 28 percent YOY More Personal Computing delivered $13.8 billion in revenues, up 4 percent YOY. CapEx/AI infrastructure build-out costs are $34.9 billion (vs. $20 billion one year ago), plus a $4.1 billion loss attributed to OpenAI that was mentioned in a 10-Q (SEC) filing but not in its earnings reports Paul's analysis sticks mostly to Wall Street complicity in Microsoft's earnings non-transparency shenanigans. This is getting weird, given the amounts of money we're now talking about This isn't a first, but Spotify's earnings announcements includes a few BS sleights of hand too AMD: 36 percent revenue growth isn't enough for Wall Street Alphabet/Google: Up 16 percent to $102.3 billion, ads are 72.5 percent of revenues Amazon: Up 13 percent to $180 billion in revenues, $30 from AWS Apple: Up 8 percent to $102.5 billion, this quarter will be its best ever AI, antitrust, & dev Epic Games and Google announce settlement in Epic v. Google, a dramatic common-sense move that Apple should (but won't) emulate Regulatory filings tied to Microsoft earnings suggest OpenAI lost $12 billion in most recent quarter Freed from Microsoft, OpenAI immediately signs $38 billion infrastructure deal with AWS .NET 10 to launch next week at .NET Conf 2025 Xbox & games Xbox Game Pass getting Call of Duty Black Ops 7, five more Day One games in coming days (with an *) Xbox October Update rolls out with game shader preloading on Xbox Ally, new modules in Game Hubs on console, more games to stream on Xbox Cloud Gaming, more Nintendo Switch 2 is off to a blockbuster first year with T These show notes have been truncated due to length. For the full show notes, visit https://twit.tv/shows/windows-weekly/episodes/957 Hosts: Leo Laporte, Paul Thurrott, and Richard Campbell Sponsors: helixsleep.com/windows framer.com/design promo code WW 1password.com/windowsweekly auraframes.com/ink
We've heard that Microsoft will go off script this year with a 26H1 release of Windows 11 specifically aimed at Snapdragon X2-based PCs, as it did with the early release of 24H2 last year for the first-generation Snapdragon X. Also, Microsoft's latest earnings call left analysts baffled as execs dodged questions about multibillion-dollar AI losses and the real story behind OpenAI's ballooning deficit.26H1! Now confirmed by the release notes of a Windows Update And the Dev channel will soon switch over to 26H1 testing, with Beta moving to 25H2 (from 24H2) Expectations? All three versions will be functionally identical except for some Copilot+ PC-specific features that may be briefly only on Snapdragon X2. And then there will be a 26H2 for everyone More Windows 11 Microsoft (over) simplifies its Windows Update naming scheme, and then has to backtrack a bit because of admin/IT backlash October Preview Update screwed up Task Manager a little bit Dev/Beta update noted above included a new build with Ask Copilot in the Taskbar, Full-screen experience for Xbox gaming handhelds, Shared audio over Bluetooth LE in preview, and improvements to the WOA Prism emulator (which partially explains the expectations bit above) Microsoft Edge password manager can now save and sync passkeys, but you should still use a third-party password/identity manager Microsoft Store gets a bulk installer but only on the web Earnings learnings Microsoft earnings: Revenues up 18 percent to $77.7 billion but cost of AI is spiraling out of control and will only get bigger this FY Productivity and Business Processes revenues up 17 percent YOY to $33 billion Intelligent Cloud revenues of $30.9 billion, a gain of 28 percent YOY More Personal Computing delivered $13.8 billion in revenues, up 4 percent YOY. CapEx/AI infrastructure build-out costs are $34.9 billion (vs. $20 billion one year ago), plus a $4.1 billion loss attributed to OpenAI that was mentioned in a 10-Q (SEC) filing but not in its earnings reports Paul's analysis sticks mostly to Wall Street complicity in Microsoft's earnings non-transparency shenanigans. This is getting weird, given the amounts of money we're now talking about This isn't a first, but Spotify's earnings announcements includes a few BS sleights of hand too AMD: 36 percent revenue growth isn't enough for Wall Street Alphabet/Google: Up 16 percent to $102.3 billion, ads are 72.5 percent of revenues Amazon: Up 13 percent to $180 billion in revenues, $30 from AWS Apple: Up 8 percent to $102.5 billion, this quarter will be its best ever AI, antitrust, & dev Epic Games and Google announce settlement in Epic v. Google, a dramatic common-sense move that Apple should (but won't) emulate Regulatory filings tied to Microsoft earnings suggest OpenAI lost $12 billion in most recent quarter Freed from Microsoft, OpenAI immediately signs $38 billion infrastructure deal with AWS .NET 10 to launch next week at .NET Conf 2025 Xbox & games Xbox Game Pass getting Call of Duty Black Ops 7, five more Day One games in coming days (with an *) Xbox October Update rolls out with game shader preloading on Xbox Ally, new modules in Game Hubs on console, more games to stream on Xbox Cloud Gaming, more Nintendo Switch 2 is off to a blockbuster first year with T These show notes have been truncated due to length. For the full show notes, visit https://twit.tv/shows/windows-weekly/episodes/957 Hosts: Leo Laporte, Paul Thurrott, and Richard Campbell Sponsors: helixsleep.com/windows framer.com/design promo code WW 1password.com/windowsweekly auraframes.com/ink
We've heard that Microsoft will go off script this year with a 26H1 release of Windows 11 specifically aimed at Snapdragon X2-based PCs, as it did with the early release of 24H2 last year for the first-generation Snapdragon X. Also, Microsoft's latest earnings call left analysts baffled as execs dodged questions about multibillion-dollar AI losses and the real story behind OpenAI's ballooning deficit.26H1! Now confirmed by the release notes of a Windows Update And the Dev channel will soon switch over to 26H1 testing, with Beta moving to 25H2 (from 24H2) Expectations? All three versions will be functionally identical except for some Copilot+ PC-specific features that may be briefly only on Snapdragon X2. And then there will be a 26H2 for everyone More Windows 11 Microsoft (over) simplifies its Windows Update naming scheme, and then has to backtrack a bit because of admin/IT backlash October Preview Update screwed up Task Manager a little bit Dev/Beta update noted above included a new build with Ask Copilot in the Taskbar, Full-screen experience for Xbox gaming handhelds, Shared audio over Bluetooth LE in preview, and improvements to the WOA Prism emulator (which partially explains the expectations bit above) Microsoft Edge password manager can now save and sync passkeys, but you should still use a third-party password/identity manager Microsoft Store gets a bulk installer but only on the web Earnings learnings Microsoft earnings: Revenues up 18 percent to $77.7 billion but cost of AI is spiraling out of control and will only get bigger this FY Productivity and Business Processes revenues up 17 percent YOY to $33 billion Intelligent Cloud revenues of $30.9 billion, a gain of 28 percent YOY More Personal Computing delivered $13.8 billion in revenues, up 4 percent YOY. CapEx/AI infrastructure build-out costs are $34.9 billion (vs. $20 billion one year ago), plus a $4.1 billion loss attributed to OpenAI that was mentioned in a 10-Q (SEC) filing but not in its earnings reports Paul's analysis sticks mostly to Wall Street complicity in Microsoft's earnings non-transparency shenanigans. This is getting weird, given the amounts of money we're now talking about This isn't a first, but Spotify's earnings announcements includes a few BS sleights of hand too AMD: 36 percent revenue growth isn't enough for Wall Street Alphabet/Google: Up 16 percent to $102.3 billion, ads are 72.5 percent of revenues Amazon: Up 13 percent to $180 billion in revenues, $30 from AWS Apple: Up 8 percent to $102.5 billion, this quarter will be its best ever AI, antitrust, & dev Epic Games and Google announce settlement in Epic v. Google, a dramatic common-sense move that Apple should (but won't) emulate Regulatory filings tied to Microsoft earnings suggest OpenAI lost $12 billion in most recent quarter Freed from Microsoft, OpenAI immediately signs $38 billion infrastructure deal with AWS .NET 10 to launch next week at .NET Conf 2025 Xbox & games Xbox Game Pass getting Call of Duty Black Ops 7, five more Day One games in coming days (with an *) Xbox October Update rolls out with game shader preloading on Xbox Ally, new modules in Game Hubs on console, more games to stream on Xbox Cloud Gaming, more Nintendo Switch 2 is off to a blockbuster first year with T These show notes have been truncated due to length. For the full show notes, visit https://twit.tv/shows/windows-weekly/episodes/957 Hosts: Leo Laporte, Paul Thurrott, and Richard Campbell Sponsors: helixsleep.com/windows framer.com/design promo code WW 1password.com/windowsweekly auraframes.com/ink
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