78-Talking Cloud Podcast-with Vikram Phatak, Chairman and CEO, CyberRatings.org

In this engaging conversation, Vikram Phatak and I explore the rapid evolution of AI and cloud technology, discussing its profound impact on daily life and the cybersecurity industry. We delve into the significance of trust in technology leadership and the challenges of maintaining integrity in a market filled with hype and misinformation. Our discussion also highlights the transformative role of AI technologies like transformers and the importance of data-driven assessments in cybersecurity. In this conversation, we delve into the complexities of product development, particularly in the cybersecurity sector. We discuss the challenges faced by engineers and developers in understanding the context of their work, the importance of testing and assurance in cybersecurity, and the dynamics of leadership in tech companies. The conversation also touches on the monetization strategies of cybersecurity testing organizations and the integrity of their testing processes. We also discuss the critical aspects of network visibility, the dynamics between market leaders and challengers in cybersecurity, the implications of cloud testing, and the importance of integrity in cyber ratings. Finally, we explore the future of cybersecurity, emphasizing the role of AI and human resources, and the challenges posed by rapidly evolving technologies such as quantum computing.