Techstrong Gang
3 Seasons
Techstrong Gang is your daily roundtable where industry leaders and analysts break down the biggest stories in technology, AI, cybersecurity, DevOps, and digital transformation. Hosted by Alan Shimel alongside rotating experts from across the Techstrong Network, the Gang brings sharp insights, candid debates, and forward-thinking perspectives on how innovation is reshaping business, society, and the future of work.
New episodes drop Monday through Friday, offering timely conversations that cut through the noise and connect you directly to what’s driving the tech world today.
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Agentic AI & CNCF–Docker Alliance | TSG Ep. 933
Episode 1
Alan, Mike. Mitch. Camberley Bates and Andi Mann dive into the future of IT operations following the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) agents before debating which platforms have the best chance to dominate the agentic AI future.
Then the gang takes a look at an alliance between Docker, Inc. ...
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AI Diplomacy Risks and Sports Analytics Transformations | TSG Ep. 932
Episode 2
Guest host Jon Swartz is joined by Stephen Foskett, Gina Rosenthal, and Ira Winkler to unpack the urgent challenges facing AI diplomacy and governance. The gang discusses the contradictions in AI advocacy and the dangers flagged by the Future of Life Institute, emphasizing the need for genuine ex...
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The Economic Crisis in Open Source | TSG Ep. 931
Episode 3
The economic crisis in open source highlights the burden of infrastructure costs on developers and the urgent need for new business models. Recent developments in app development and wealth distribution are discussed, along with the freeloader problem that threatens sustainability. Companies are ...
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AI Investments, Nvidia–OpenAI Deal & Cybersecurity Risks | TSG Ep. 930
Episode 4
Mike, Chris Blask and Jeff Reich dive into the implications of a $100 billion investment commitment that NVIDIA is making to OpenAI.
Then the gang looks at the rise of cyberattacks involving artificial intelligence (AI) technologies before delving into the reasons why systems remain vulnerable t...
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H1B Visa Costs and Data Center Innovations | TSG Ep. 929
Episode 5
Alan, Mike. Mitch, JP Morgenthal and Wickey Wang dive into the controversy surrounding the imposing of $100,000 annual H-1B visa fees by the Trump administration to reduce the number of foreign IT workers allowed to work in the U.S.
Then the gang takes a look at Google’s artificial intelligence ...
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AI, Cybersecurity & MongoDB’s Role in DevSecOps | TSG Ep. 928
Episode 6
Alan, Mike, Mitch and Jack Poller break down today’s cybersecurity challenges in the age of AI. The gang looks at the risks AI introduces, why regulation matters, and how basic security hygiene and stronger authentication remain critical. They also examine how AI is being operationalized with Mon...
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Nvidia Eyes Intel, TikTok Faces Scrutiny, and Visa Tackles Payment Fraud | TSG Ep.. 927
Episode 7
Nvidia is weighing an investment in Intel, drawing parallels to Microsoft’s pivotal Apple stake decades ago. Meanwhile, YouTube marks its 20th anniversary as it sharpens its AI and monetization strategy to keep pace with TikTok. But TikTok’s U.S. operations are under fire, with Oracle stepping in...
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AI in HR: Workday’s Big Bet on Automation & the Future of Work | TSG Ep. 926
Episode 8
Alan, Jon , Chris , Jack and Teri Robinson discuss AI is reshaping HR and workplace dynamics. From automation and integration to trust and data privacy, the role of AI agents is rapidly evolving. We break down key announcements from Workday’s user conference, explore the impact on job security, a...
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Exploring CVE Management and Microsoft-OpenAI Partnership | TSG Ep. 925
Episode 9
A new Spielberg movie is mentioned as the conversation introduces the speakers. The focus shifts to the funding and management of the Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) database, stressing the need for private sector involvement and a new overseeing organization. The discussion also cover...
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AI Safety Rules and the Future of Data Centers | TSG Ep. 924
Episode 10
Alan, Mitch, Stephen, Chhaya and JP dig into evolving AI safety concerns, California’s push for tech regulation, and fears that new laws could stifle innovation while favoring large companies. They also weigh the importance of data centers for startup ecosystems, with zoning laws shaping developm...
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AI Revolution in the Workplace: Jobs, Risks and Trust | TSG Ep. 923
Episode 11
AI is reshaping the workplace, pressuring clerical and paralegal jobs while exposing skill gaps and governance failures. Success demands trust, expertise and safety, with domain-specific models and sound principles guiding AI in software development.
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Software Supply Chain Vulnerabilities: What Every Enterprise Needs to Know | TSG Ep. 922
Episode 12
Software supply chains face significant vulnerabilities, especially from phishing attacks that target developers. These attacks can result in widespread malware and security breaches. Many cyber attacks are simpler than they seem, highlighting the need for better verification processes. The organ...
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Leadership, Skills & AI: Cisco’s Push Into the Future | TSG Ep. 921
Episode 13
Alan, Mike, Jon, Tom Hollingsworth, Robert Reeves and Garima Bajpai discuss the degree to which there is now a leadership crisis when it comes to driving innovation.
Then the gang takes a look at a JFrog initiative to modernize DevOps for the age of agentic artificial intelligence (AI) before as...
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Tariffs, Tech and the Strain on Innovation | TSG Ep. 920
Episode 14
Tariff policies under the Trump administration are putting real pressure on technology companies. What’s billed as economic strategy is creating instability and raising fresh concerns about American competitiveness. History suggests government overreach rarely ends well, and the tech sector is al...
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AI’s Future: Hype, Risk & Responsibility | TSG Ep. 919
Episode 15
AI is moving fast, but hype often overshadows reality. The gang breaks down adoption hurdles, compliance challenges, and security risks facing enterprises. With investment dollars pouring in and open source projects rising, engineers face the tough job of balancing innovation with ethics.
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Salesforce SaaS Cyberattacks, Atlassian Buys Browser Co., OpenAI Acquires Statsig | TSG Ep. 918
Episode 16
Mike, Mitch, Tracy Ragan, Jack Poller and Futurum Group analyst Guy Currier dive into the root cause of a wave of cyberattacks being made against Salesforce software-as-a-service(SaaS) application environments.
Then the gang turns its attention to the reasons why Atlassian is buying The Browser ...
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AI on the NFL Sidelines & Zelle Cybersecurity Lawsuit | TSG Ep. 916
Episode 17
Alan, Mike, Jon, Jack Gold, Teri Robinson and Garima Bajpai kickoff the show by delving into how artificial intelligence (AI) technologies provided by Microsoft will be used this season on NFL sidelines.
Then the gang dives into the probability that vulnerabilities being created by AI coding too...
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Data Centers Face Backlash & AI PCs Struggle to Deliver | TSG Ep. 915
Episode 18
Alan, Mike, Mitch, Chris Blask, Kate Scarcella and Futurum Group analyst Guy Currier dive into what's driving growing local resistance to massive data center projects that are needed for artificial intelligence (AI) applications.
Then the gang takes a look at the human factors that are slowing d...
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Understanding Labor Day and Cybersecurity Challenges | TSG Ep. 914
Episode 19
Alan, Mike, Tracy Ragan, Jack Poller and Stacy Thayey dive into the latest cybersecurity accusations being leveled at firms in China before delving into the degree to which creating a new class of cyber privateers might help improve cybersecurity.
Then the gang takes a look at an architecture-as...
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AI and Jobs: Economic Risks, Cybersecurity Needs & Election Concerns | TSG Ep. 913
Episode 20
AI is transforming jobs and the economy, with potential risks rising ahead of the upcoming elections. The Techstrong Gang highlights recent layoffs tied to AI adoption, drawing parallels to the industrial revolution, and debates the balance between innovation and disruption.
The team also explor...
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Musk’s AI Lawsuit, Broadcom’s VMware Moves, and DARPA’s Patch Push | TSG Ep. 912
Episode 21
Mike, Jon, Teri Robinson and Tom Hollingsworth dive into the merits of an xAI lawsuit that accuses Apple and OpenAI of engaging in an "anticompetitive scheme" to limit the distribution of rival artificial intelligence (AI) agent software.
Then the gang takes a look at how Broadcom is managing VM...
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The Future of Semiconductors and Mainframe Technology | TSG Ep. 911
Episode 22
Alan, Mike, Chris Blask, Kate Scarcella, Futurum president Dan O'Brien and Stephen Foskett, president of the Tech Field Day arm of the Futurum Group, dive into a report that projects by 2029 the revenue value of the semiconductor market will exceed half a trillion dollars by 2029 before debating ...
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US–Intel Partnership, AI Bubble & Market Risks | TSG Ep. 910
Episode 23
In this episode of the Techstrong Gang, host Alan Shimel is joined by JP Morgenthal and Stephen Foskett to discuss the implications of the U.S. partnership with Intel, which includes a 10% government stake. The conversation raises concerns about government involvement in production and how it cou...
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Bridging the National Software Gap | TSG Ep. 909
Episode 24
Alan, Mike, Mitch, Jack Poller and Dr. Stacy Thayer debate the DevSecOps significance of a software understanding being led by the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) before diving into an effort to shift more responsibility for data privacy further left along with application...