Mark Gorrie on Talking Tech with Alex Zaharov-Reutt - 23 March 2024

GUEST OVERVIEW: Mark Gorrie is the MD APAC of Gen Digital, a company seeking to support Digital Freedom through its Cyber Safety brands, Norton, Avast, LifeLock, Avira, AVG, ReputationDefender and CCleaner.

Steve Sammartino on Talking Tech with Alex Zaharov-Reutt - 16 March 2024

On today's show, Steve and Alex will discuss all of these issues and more in what is a fascinating discussion on the technologies and trends that are shaping the rest of the decade - and beyond.
GUEST OVERVIEW: Steve Sammartino is Australia's leading Futurist. He's also an International keynote speaker, with a deep understanding of disruptive technology and the wider economy. He is the author of two best-selling strategy books, The Great Fragmentation and The Lessons School Forgot, Steve regularly appears on national TV, radio and print, and is consistently rated as the best speaker of every conference he attends.

Angus Jones on Talking Tech with Alex Zaharov-Reutt - 09 March 2024

GUEST OVERVIEW: Angus Jones has over 30 years of experience in marketing within the IT, telecommunications, and consumer electronics industries. He is also a content creator and publisher. You can find more about him at https://www.SmallBusinessAnswers.com.au.

Xavier Orr & Aaron Bugal on Talking Tech with Alex Zaharov-Reutt - 02 March 2024

On today's show, Xavier Orr discusses Advanced Navigation and Optimus's March 2024 launch of Australia's largest private satellite into space. Later, Aaron Bugal discusses cyber security, cyber attacks, mental health and wellness of cyber security professionals and burnout.
GUEST 1 OVERVIEW: Xavier Orr is CEO and Co-Founder of Advanced Navigation, a global innovator in AI robotics and navigation technologies, with the company having just joined forces to launch Australia's largest private satellite called Optimus into space, in March, on board a SpaceX rocket. The vehicle will provide repair, refuel and upgrade services to crucial space infrastructure directly in Earth’s orbit.
GUEST 2 OVERVIEW: Aaron Bugal is Field Chief Technology Officer of Sophos. The company has just launched its 2024 edition of "The Future of Cyber Security in Asia Pacific and Japan" focusing on the mental health and wellness of cyber security professionals. Aaron started out as a Senior Sales Engineer in 2006, moving to his current position helping Sophos's customers in Asia Pacific and Japan to deploy next-generation cybersecurity solutions. He is a sought-after media commentator and public speaker on the latest technologies and tactics to keep organisations secure.

Max Markson & Steve Perlman on Talking Tech with Alex Zaharov-Reutt - 24 February 2024

On today's show, Max Markson discusses Artemis pCell, a breakthrough wireless technology. Later, Max Markson discusses how has technology and AI affected this industry? What other changes has tech wrought? A former “Celebrity Apprentice” star himself, Max is very entertaining and will have a great discussion with Alex!
GUEST 1 OVERVIEW: Max Markson is the PR Agent to the Stars, and companies - tech or otherwise - seek him out! Whether it is Arnold Schwarzenegger, Pele, Nelson Mandela, Tony Blair, Bill Clinton, ex-Mafioso Michael Franzese as seen in “The Goodfellas”, Pamela Anderson, Mike Tyson, Kim Kardashian and plenty more, Max has 50 years of experience in the world of public relations. http://marksonsparks.com
GUEST 2 OVERVIEW: Steve Perlman is an intellectual giant - an entrepreneur and inventor devoted to pioneering Internet, entertainment, multimedia, consumer electronics, and communications technologies and services, with over 35 years of technology development experience in multiple startups and as a Microsoft Division President and Apple Principal Scientist. Not only is Steve the inventor of the core video technology that enables QuickTime, which is built into and used today in all of Apple's products, among a range of other inventions, holding over 250 U.S. patents in a range of fields, Steve is also the inventor of the Artemis pCell, a breakthrough wireless technology with unmodified LTE/5G devices. https://www.artemis.com
 
 

Shane Muller & David Mcintosh on Talking Tech with Alex Zaharov-Reutt - 17 February 2024

GUEST 1 OVERVIEW: Shane Muller is a businessman and a dedicated leader who strives to create a positive impact on the world. His journey began at the age of 10 when he developed a payroll program for a security company, showcasing his passion for technology and a sharp eye for opportunities. At a young age, he founded his first company and swiftly made a name for himself in the business world. Safe Watch is a sophisticated tool that was created to bridge the gap between medical specialists and patients outside the clinical environment. Safe Watch supports mental health professionals to implement interventions for the patient in the mental health wellness space in between sessions on the road to discovery and recovery.
GUEST 2 OVERVIEW: Acronis is a Swiss global technology company, founded in Singapore. David Mcintosh is a Senior Cybersecurity Solutions Engineer at Acronis ANZ, Originally from Scotland, David has had extensive experience in senior technical sales roles at companies including IBM, Dell and HPE. Acronis protects the data, applications, systems and productivity of organisations.

Vinay Samuel & Chris Griffith on Talking Tech with Alex Zaharov-Reutt - 10 February 2024

GUEST 1 OVERVIEW: Vinay Samuel is the CEO and founder of Zetaris. He has twenty years experience in IT, business development, operations and "IT start-ups". He holds an MBA (from AIB) and he is a member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (MAICD). https://zetaris.com
GUEST 2 OVERVIEW: Chris Griffith is a n award-winning journalist with a passion for technology and 30 years of media reporting in print, online and broadcast media. Mainstream media roles include Consumer Affairs Reporter, Legal Affairs Reporter, City Hall Reporter, Assistant Chief of Staff, Deputy News Editor online, Media Development Editor and for 10 years as Senior Technology Journalist at The Australian newspaper.
 
 

Armin Sadeghi & Elliot Dellys on Talking Tech with Alex Zaharov-Reutt - 03 February 2024

On today's show, Armin Sadeghi discusses Project Manda and addressing the issue of increasing time-consuming and unproductive meetings by using meeting analytics, benchmarking, and an AI assistant to continuously improve productivity. Later, Elliot Dellys discusses Cyber Security For Good and the efforts to create a tangible social and environmental impact.
GUEST 1 OVERVIEW: Armin Sadeghi is the co-founder of Project Manda which is trying to solve the common problems with meeting productivity within businesses. He is an ex-Microsoft engineer who previously owned and operated several tech consultancy firms with a focus on building high-performing teams. Armin is a very hands-on tech leader with 24 years industry experience, working with cutting-edge technology with a passion for building high-performing businesses. Find out more at: https://www.projectmanda.com
GUEST 2 OVERVIEW: Elliot Dellys is the founder and Chief Realist (CEO) of Phronesis Security. Previously, Elliot worked for the Australian Department of Defence and a global managed security services provider, where he led the Strategic Consulting division across the Europe, Middle East and Africa region. Elliot has guided organisations large and small through cyber transformation programs. Elliot is an established industry commentator, with regular appearances on primetime TV, radio and major print news discussing issues ranging from privacy law reform to ransomware legislation, national security strategy, AI risk and high-profile data breaches. Find out more on : https://www.phronesissecurity.com/

Brett Levy & Dr Nataliya Ilyushina on Talking Tech with Alex Zaharov-Reutt - 27 January 2024

GUEST 1 OVERVIEW: Brett Levy is a keynote speaker and trainer with expertise in various technology-related areas, particularly mobile and enterprise integration, B.Y.O.D (Bring Your Own Device), and business application development.
GUEST 2 OVERVIEW: Dr. Ilyushina is a Research Fellow (Advanced) who specializes in investigating decentralised autonomous organisations (DAO) and automated decision-making, focusing on their impact on labor markets, skills, and long-term staff well-being. Her research addresses the decline in employee mental wellness, the concept of The Great Resignation, and provides strategies for understanding the effects of task automation, corporate structure, and gender on both individuals and the AI systems that make decisions on their behalf.

Chris Smith & Peter Coroneos on Talking Tech with Alex Zaharov-Reutt - 20 January 2024

GUEST 1 OVERVIEW: Chris Smith has had a remarkably wide and successful career in media. he worked as a senior reporter for Seven News and travelled the world covering dramatic events such as the Tiananmen Square massacre, San Francisco earthquake and drug trials throughout Asia.It was at Channel Nine that Chris not only made his mark as an award-winning reporter with “A Current Affair” but drove the show as it’s Chief of Staff under hosts Jana Wendt, Mike Willesee, Mike Munro and Ray Martin. He was the first westerner to broadcast live in China on China Radio International. He was then elevated to the position of program director and deputy MD China.On his return to Australia in 2000, he was appointed as Program director and Afternoon Show host at Radio 2GB Sydney. Chris was then contracted to Sky News Australia and hosted “Chris Smith and Friends” and “Chris Smith Tonight” each Sunday night. He currently hosts The Chris Smith Show on TNT.
GUEST 2 OVERVIEW: Peter Coroneos is Founder of Cybermindz.org and recently appointed International Vice President of the global Cybersecurity Advisors Network (CyAN). In this role, he champions innovation in critical cyber skills, capacity building and behavioural change while supporting the business, professional and personal development the organisation’s members. He is a former Chief Executive Internet Industry Association.