Tech Used to Fight the Good Fight | Shimmy Says Ep. 33

Tech used to stand for something bigger than profit: transparency, courage, and the belief that innovation could improve life. Now many tech giants trade ideals for access and power. In today’s #ShimmySays, @ashimmy breaks down how tech drifted from mission to self-preservation

9 years. 200+ speakers. 50+ sessions. One defining force for 2026. At #Predict2026 we are naming AI as our “Person of the Year” and breaking down how agentic systems, AI factories, and next gen data centers are shaping the new AI economy. Join us 👉 https://t.co/Hi19ZGSbM8 #AI

Cyber threats are advancing faster than ever, forcing organizations to rethink how they defend, detect, and respond. In Episode 6 of 𝘚𝘦𝘤𝘶𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘉𝘰𝘶𝘭𝘦𝘷𝘢𝘳𝘥 𝘗𝘰𝘥𝘤𝘢𝘴𝘵, @NetworkingNerd, @mitchellashley, and @ashimmy explore how ransomware tactics are evolving as

The DevOps Dozen 2025 finalists have been announced! 👉 https://t.co/KLfvjVjXKI Each year, the awards highlight the innovators, leaders, and technologies driving the DevOps industry forward. From community advocates to breakthrough tools, these finalists represent

Would you trust a news article written entirely by #AI? That’s the question we’re asking in this week’s poll, and it’s more relevant than ever. In his new op-ed,@ashimmy explains why keeping people in the loop could redefine trust in media. Vote & read:

AI is no longer just a buzzword. It’s driving real business growth. In Ep. 1 of Utilizing AI, @SFoskett and @nickpatience discuss how organizations are using AI to boost efficiency, innovation, and smarter decision-making. ▶️ Watch: https://t.co/BDnOEj2pvL #AI #Innovation

The balance of power in AI keeps shifting, but is innovation keeping up? ⚙️ As big tech consolidates control over infrastructure, data, and funding, the question becomes: can independent builders still make an impact? In this episode of #ShimmySays, @ashimmy explores how

In a new #ShimmySays, @ashimmy digs into how innovation survives in an AI oligopoly world. From the “AI land grab” to open models, decentralized compute, & community-driven tools, he looks at where the next wave of ideas can actually break through. 👉 Tune in live at 2:30 PM ET!

Privacy, ethics, and innovation are converging faster than ever, creating new challenges for security leaders who must protect data while enabling progress. Today at 𝗖𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗖𝗼𝗻 𝗪𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗩𝗶𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹, a distinguished group of cybersecurity leaders will take the stage

AI agents are transforming enterprise operations in 2025, driving automation, decision-making, and productivity at scale. But with innovation comes a new class of security challenges. Today at 𝗖𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗖𝗼𝗻 𝗪𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗩𝗶𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹 from 2:30 PM to 3:15 PM, Tim Youngblood,

Supply chain vulnerabilities continue to be one of the biggest challenges in cybersecurity. Every new dependency introduces risk, and managing it requires transparency, collaboration, and strong security frameworks. Today at 𝗖𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗖𝗼𝗻 𝗪𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗩𝗶𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹, Cassie

Cloud security continues to evolve as organizations balance innovation, scalability, and risk. Understanding where the industry stands today is critical for making smarter security decisions tomorrow. Today at 𝗖𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗖𝗼𝗻 𝗪𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗩𝗶𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹, John Yeoh, Global Vice

What if your cybersecurity program could do more than protect the business? What if it could drive it forward? Today at 𝗖𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗖𝗼𝗻 𝗪𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗩𝗶𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹, Dan Meacham, CSO and CISO at Legendary Entertainment, will present "Making Your Cybersecurity Program a Profit

Deepfakes are no longer science fiction. They are a fast-growing cybersecurity threat that manipulates trust and undermines security. Today at 𝗖𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗖𝗼𝗻 𝗪𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗩𝗶𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹, James McQuiggan, Security Awareness Advocate at @KnowBe4, will lead a session on Deep Fake

Project management may not sound exciting, but for CISOs, it’s often the difference between chaos and control. Today at 𝗖𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗖𝗼𝗻 𝗪𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗩𝗶𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹 , Dr. Tracy Celaya Brown, Chief of Staff at @StreamDataCentr, will lead a session on Project Management for CISOs

In cybersecurity, technical expertise builds credibility, but personal branding builds influence. Today at 𝗖𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗖𝗼𝗻 𝗪𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗩𝗶𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹, Jerich Beason, Chief Information Security Officer at @WasteManagement (WM), will lead a session on Mastering Personal Branding

AI and risk management are transforming security leadership. At Qualys ROCon 2025, Kip Boyle explained how CISOs can align business strategy with security priorities to drive stronger resilience. ▶️ Watch: https://t.co/2mX6gkRtEj #AI #CyberSecurity #CISO #Leadership

AI adoption is advancing rapidly across industries. Alan Shimel, Mike Vizard, Mitch Ashley, and team discuss Wharton’s new AI report, insights from Tech Field Day, and the bold concept of building data centers in space. ▶️ Watch: https://t.co/TyfH8Otx3F #AI #TechstrongGang

Leadership defines the success of every security program. The difference between a team that struggles and one that thrives often comes down to how leaders inspire, guide, and respond in critical moments. Tomorrow at 𝗖𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗖𝗼𝗻 𝗪𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗩𝗶𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹, Chris Cochran,