Name: THREE BEERS IT Ep.1–Automation: Angel or Devil
Start: 2023-06-28T12:11:00Z
End: 2023-06-28T12:11:24.000Z
Location: BrightTALK

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Informa TechTarget AI news writer and Nemertes CEO Johna Till Johnson, with guest Wayne Chang, founder of Reasoner, a generative AI vendor, discuss a recent Apple report critical of LLM reasoning performance.

Enterprise AI: Hot Takes looks at Apple report critical of LLM reasoning

The evolving threat landscape requires security operations (SecOps) to move beyond traditional methods and embrace cutting-edge innovations. Generative AI is emerging as a game-changer, enabling security teams to automate and enhance threat intelligence processes with unprecedented speed and accuracy.

In this session, we will explore how generative AI tools transform SecOps by automating tasks such as malware analysis, threat report generation, and contextual threat modeling. Attendees will learn how to integrate generative AI into their SecOps workflows to improve detection, decision-making, and response times while reducing the burden on human analysts.

Generative AI in SecOps: Automating the Art of Threat Intelligence

Informa TechTarget AI news writer Esther Shittu and Nemertes CEO Johnna Till Johnson discuss the implications of Google's attempt to infuse Search with generative AI capabilities and whether the tech giant can fend off other vendors aims to grab more of the search market.

Enterprise AI: HOT TAKES on Google's New AI Search Attempt (Ep.30)

Esther and Johna look at the U.S.-China trade war and how it affects tech companies and their customers. They are joined this month by guest William Falcon, CEO of Lightning AI.

With:
• Esther Shittu - AI news writer at Informa TechTarget
• Johna Till Johnson - Founder, CEO, and Principal Analyst at Nemertes

About ENTERPRISE AI: HOT TAKES
A monthly video series focusing on the latest developments in AI tech. We cover the hottest enterprise AI topics of the moment!

ENTERPRISE AI: HOT TAKES on Trump, Tariffs, and Tech (Ep.29)

As cyber threats grow increasingly sophisticated, traditional reactive approaches to security are no longer sufficient. Proactive defense strategies, powered by artificial intelligence (AI), are revolutionizing how organizations detect, mitigate, and respond to threats. This session explores how AI can predict and prevent potential attacks by analyzing patterns, identifying vulnerabilities, and automating preemptive actions.

Attendees will gain insights into the technologies behind predictive threat mitigation, including machine learning models, behavioral analytics, and anomaly detection. We will discuss how organizations can use AI to anticipate threats, minimize risks, and enhance incident response.

Proactive Defense: Leveraging AI for Predictive Threat Mitigation and Response

AI expert Michael Bennett joins Esther and Johna Till Johnson this month to discuss recent rulings on AI copyrighted material.

With:
• Esther Shittu - AI news writer at Informa TechTarget
• Johna Till Johnson - Founder, CEO, and Principal Analyst at Nemertes

About ENTERPRISE AI: HOT TAKES
A monthly video series focusing on the latest developments in AI tech. We cover the hottest Enterprise AI topics of the moment!

ENTERPRISE AI: HOT TAKES on Recent Copyright Rulings Pertaining to AI-Generated Works (Ep.28)

The growing cloud footprint of most enterprises requires a multi-tool approach to security, but the most crucial ingredient is the over-arching architectural principle guiding their work — zero trust. 

In this session, we’ll dig into how to use interconnected but independent layers of security to build a zero trust hybrid service delivery environment spanning internal resources and multiple clouds and networks.

Layered Security, One Principle: Zero Trust

Esther and Johna Till Johnson review the latest news in the world of AI.

With:
• Esther Shittu - AI news writer at Informa TechTarget
• Johna Till Johnson - Founder, CEO, and Principal Analyst at Nemertes

About ENTERPRISE AI: HOT TAKES…A monthly video series about the latest developments in AI tech. We cover the hottest Enterprise AI topics of the moment!

ENTERPRISE AI: HOT TAKES on the Latest Developments in AI (Ep.27)

In January, we look at Chinese generative AI vendor Deep Seek and Trump's initial moves on AI policy.

With:
• Esther Ajao - Informa TechTarget AI news writer
• Johna Till Johnson - Founder, CEO, and Principal Analyst for Nemertes

About ENTERPRISE AI: HOT TAKES…A monthly video series about the latest developments in AI tech. We cover the hottest Enterprise AI topics of the moment!

ENTERPRISE AI: HOT TAKES on DeepSeek and Trump's AI Moves (Ep.26)

Informa TechTarget AI news writer Esther Ajao and Nemertes CEO Johna Till Johnson examine what's next for AI in 2025.

About ENTERPRISE AI: HOT TAKES…A monthly video series about the latest developments in AI tech. We cover the hottest Enterprise AI topics of the moment!

ENTERPRISE AI: HOT TAKES on the Year Ahead in AI (Ep.25)

With Your FinServ Tech Oracles:
• Johna Till Johnson, Nemertes CEO + Founder & Content Committee Chair for the Wall St. Technology Association (WSTA)
• Jerald Murphy, Nemertes Senior VP of Research + Consulting

FinServ Tech Oracles – a weekly video series for FinServ technologists. We talk about the latest technology trends that affect financial services firms (in our best imitation of the Oracles of Delphi…) Brought to you by Nemertes.

FinServ Tech Oracles 60

Widespread Microsoft Outage Takes Email and Videoconferencing Offline:
A recent Microsoft outage impacted 98% of its 100M+ services, affecting its email and video conferencing systems. Jerry and Johna discuss what companies can do to protect themselves from these types of inevitabilities.

With Your FinServ Tech Oracles:
• Johna Till Johnson, Nemertes CEO + Founder & Content Committee Chair for the Wall St. Technology Association (WSTA)
• Jerald Murphy, Nemertes Senior VP of Research + Consulting

FinServ Tech Oracles – a weekly video series for FinServ technologists. We talk about the latest technology trends that affect financial services firms (in our best imitation of the Oracles of Delphi…) Brought to you by Nemertes.

If You're Still Using Microsoft, Ask Yourself Why! - FinServ Tech Oracles 59

President-elect Trump’s recent backing of cryptocurrency and Bitcoin’s latest highs are raising  hopes that crypto is finding favor with the financial mainstream. Jerry and John consider what FinServ firms need to know to address this.

With Your FinServ Tech Oracles:
• John Burke, Nemertes CTO
• Jerald Murphy, Nemertes Senior VP of Research + Consulting

FinServ Tech Oracles – a weekly video series for FinServ technologists. We talk about the latest technology trends that affect financial services firms (in our best imitation of the Oracles of Delphi…) Brought to you by Nemertes.

Resurgence in Popularity of Cryptocurrency - FinServ Tech Oracles 58

With:
• Esther Ajao - TechTarget AI news writer
• Johna Till Johnson - Founder, CEO, and Principal Analyst for Nemertes

About ENTERPRISE AI: HOT TAKES…A monthly video series about the latest developments in AI tech. We cover the hottest Enterprise AI topics of the moment!

ENTERPRISE AI: HOT TAKES on Agentic AI (Ep.24)

It’s rare for a government agency to explicitly warn its employees against using personal phones and text messages for official business but that is just what the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) recently announced. Johna and Jerry discuss the implications about something as extraordinarily common as cell phone usage at work and what that means for financial service companies.

With Your FinServ Tech Oracles:
• Johna Till Johnson, Nemertes CEO + Founder & Content Committee Chair for the Wall St. Technology Association (WSTA)
• Jerald Murphy, Nemertes Senior VP of Research + Consulting

FinServ Tech Oracles – a weekly video series for FinServ technologists. We talk about the latest technology trends that affect financial services firms (in our best imitation of the Oracles of Delphi…) Brought to you by Nemertes.

New Warnings About Cell Phone Use at Work in Light of Current Hackings - FinServ Tech Oracles 57

As the digital landscape expands, edge computing emerges as a pivotal technology, pushing data processing to the frontier of the network to drive real-time insights and actions. However, the integration of edge computing with cloud infrastructure presents unique challenges and opportunities, especially in terms of security and seamless operations. This presentation aims to explore edge computing innovations, focusing on the strategies and technologies that ensure secure and fluid integration with cloud services.

This session will start by examining the current state of edge computing and its integral role in supporting IoT, AI, and real-time analytics applications across various industries. We will navigate through the architectural considerations for integrating edge computing with cloud platforms, highlighting the importance of creating a cohesive environment that leverages the strengths of both technologies.

We will then address security in edge-to-cloud integration. We will dissect the unique security challenges posed by distributed computing models and discuss strategies to safeguard data integrity, confidentiality, and availability. This includes the adoption of advanced encryption methods, secure access controls, and robust identity management systems, as well as the implementation of consistent security policies across the edge and cloud.

Join us in exploring how your organization can navigate the complexities of edge-to-cloud integration, harnessing the power of edge computing innovations to drive competitive advantage in a connected world.

Bridging the Gap: Enhancing Security in Edge-to-Cloud Integration for Next-Generation Computing

There has been a lot of publicity lately about the Chinese government’s apparent ability to hack into U.S. telcos. What does that mean for financial services companies? John Burke and Jerry Murphy assess the impact.

With Your FinServ Tech Oracles:
• Jerald Murphy, Nemertes Senior VP of Research + Consulting
• John Burke, Nemertes CTO

FinServ Tech Oracles – a weekly video series for FinServ technologists. We talk about the latest technology trends that affect financial services firms (in our best imitation of the Oracles of Delphi…) Brought to you by Nemertes.

Impact of Chinese Salt Typhoon Attacks for FinServ Firms - FinServ Tech Oracles 56

In today's rapidly evolving work environment, the key to sustaining growth and competitiveness lies in future-proofing the workplace through strategic human resource initiatives. This presentation, "Revolutionizing the Workspace: A Blueprint for Enhanced Employee Experiences," aims to delve into the critical elements of designing and implementing HR strategies that elevate employee experiences, fostering a culture of engagement, innovation, and resilience.

We begin by exploring the concept of the employee experience and its pivotal role in shaping organizational success. Recognizing that employee expectations are continuously changing, especially in the wake of global challenges and the rise of remote work, we will outline a framework for assessing and enhancing every stage of the employee lifecycle, from onboarding to development and retention.

Central to our discussion will be the integration of technology in creating a seamless and empowering work environment. We will examine how digital tools and platforms can facilitate better communication, collaboration, and work-life balance, thereby increasing employee satisfaction and productivity. Additionally, the presentation will highlight the importance of personalized experiences, leveraging data analytics to tailor HR practices to meet the diverse needs of the workforce.

Revolutionizing the Workspace: A Blueprint for Enhanced Employee Experiences

“Quantum cryptography” conjures images of somehow using quantum phenomena to encrypt data. Is anything about that image correct? 

John is joined by Nemertes Research Fellow Marc Seybold to dig into what folks really mean when they offer quantum cryptography solutions. And how they sometimes very carefully DON'T say exactly what those solutions actually do with quantum, in order to let you believe there is more going on than there really is. Yes, there is a “there” there, but in many cases it is far more limited than that grand vision of quantum magic for security.

ON TAP:
• Surly “Furious” IPA (Minneapolis, MN)

Host: John Burke – CTO and lead researcher, Nemertes
Guest: Marc Seybold, Nemertes Research Fellow, former CIO of SUNY at Old Westbury and Chair of the Council of SUNY CIOs 

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THREE BEERS IT Ep.7–Schrödinger’s Marketing Ploy: Quantum Cryptography

While there’s no ONE way to succeed at innovation, there’s definitely lots of ways to do it wrong!

This month, John joins forces with Nemertes colleague Jerald Murphy for a jaunt down the memory lane of systems and vendors from days past. They discuss how innovation for its own sake is a surefire path to failure. When used as a catalyst to facilitate transformation however, you can create a concrete return on investment that makes sense for your business.

ON TAP:
• Guinness dry stout (Ireland)
• Talisker 18 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (Isle of Skye)

Host: John Burke – CTO and lead researcher, Nemertes
Guest: Jerald Murphy – SVP of Research + Consulting, Nemertes

– IT After Hours –
About THREE BEERS IT: A home for disinhibited conversations about the world of IT, the things that don’t get said until you’re on your 3rd beer…

THREE BEERS IT Ep.6–The Right Way To Do Innovation for Enterprise IT

Automation on the network: most hated ally or best loved enemy? 

IT professionals have a long-running love/hate relationship with automation tools. Automation is essential to scale and speed—but has tended to have problems in environments that are multivendor, multigenerational, and inconsistent in configuration. That is to say, most environments! 

John is joined by Dave Siegel, a pro with decades of experience building, operating, and automating networks. They dig into how IT teams can build a better relationship with the automation they depend on more and more each day.

ON TAP:
• “Lonely Blonde” American Blonde Ale, Fulton Brewing (Minneapolis, MN)
• Kilchoman “Sanaig” Single Malt Scotch (Islay)

WITH:
Host: John Burke – CTO and lead researcher, Nemertes
Guest: David Seigel – President of Siegel Group—“Focusing on transformative network projects”

– IT After Hours –
About THREE BEERS IT: A home for disinhibited conversations about the world of IT, the things that don’t get said until you’re on your 3rd beer…

THREE BEERS IT Ep.5–Network Automation and AI Ops

John and Kori Lambert tackle AI and the possibility and advisability of guide rails around research, development, and commercialization. Granting there are concerning, even scary implications for current trends and activities, John and Kori discuss the need to face up to the challenges of making AI a livable part of the IT landscape, who could have responsibility for doing that, and even some implications for international treaty law.

ON TAP:
• Oberon Ale - Bell’s Brewery (Michigan)

WITH:
Host: John Burke – CTO, Nemertes
Guest: Kori Lambert – technology and global IT operations leader

– IT After Hours –
About THREE BEERS IT: A home for disinhibited conversations about the world of IT, the things that don’t get said until you’re on your 3rd beer…

THREE BEERS IT Ep.4–AI: Are there places we should not go?

From asset management to the emerging software bill of materials, IT has many ways to understand what they are actually working with. Knowing is important not just for operational and security reasons, but also for planning for the future. How many systems are you harboring past end of life and end of support and to the end of the aftermarket? How big is the silent enemy, the technical debt embodied in your infrastructure? Let’s have a drink and discuss!

ON TAP:
• Long Trail Ale (Long Trail Brewing Co, Vermont)

WITH:
Host: John Burke – CTO, Nemertes
Guest: Curt Havard – Managing Director of Information Services, RAND Corporation

– IT After Hours –
About THREE BEERS IT: A home for disinhibited conversations about the world of IT, the things that don’t get said until you’re on your 3rd beer…

THREE BEERS IT Ep.3–What’s In YOUR Data Center?

Enterprise architecture is a bit arcane to most folks, but it is crucial to keeping large enterprise IT environments working well. Guy Pearson, Senior Manager of Enterprise Architecture for Interpublic Group, joins John to discuss some of the challenges and payoffs of digging in and doing the work of architecture when a million other things are vying for your attention. Oh, and beer happens!

ON TAP:
• Samuel Smith’s Winter Welcome “Platinum Jubilee”
• 3 Floyds Zombie Dust

WITH:
Host: John Burke – CTO, Nemertes
Guest: Guy Pierson – Senior Manager of Enterprise Architecture, Interpublic Group
 
– IT After Hours –
About THREE BEERS IT: A home for disinhibited conversations about the world of IT, the things that don’t get said until you’re on your 3rd beer…

THREE BEERS IT Ep.2–Enterprise IT Architecture and Its Challenges

THREE BEERS IT

Don't drink alone–imbibe with THREE BEERS IT! Network automation is front-and-center (again). In our first ever episode, we delve into how network automation is either the best loved object of deep hatred in IT or the most hated object of deep devotion.

ON TAP:
• Bell's Two Hearted Ale IPA (Michigan)
• Curious Elixir No. 1 Booze-Free Cocktail (Beautifully bitter booze-free pomegranate cocktail inspired by the Negroni Sbagliato, infused with rhodiola to lift you up)

WITH:
Host: John Burke – CTO, Nemertes
Guest: Johna Till Johnson – CEO + Founder, Nemertes

– IT After Hours –
About THREE BEERS IT: A home for disinhibited conversations about the world of IT, the things that don’t get said until you’re on your 3rd beer…

THREE BEERS IT Ep.1–Automation: Angel or Devil

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