In this episode of Built for Trust, Nick and Helen Gu from InsightFinder explore how AI is transforming the way complex systems are monitored, maintained, and managed long before human teams even know there’s a problem. Helen shares a fascinating journey from early neural network experiments at NASA to building cutting-edge unsupervised learning systems that detect invisible patterns in massive data environments.

You’ll hear how today’s AI isn’t just surfacing alerts, it’s identifying root causes, reducing noise, and driving proactive resolution. We dig into the limitations of rule-based monitoring, the rise of edge intelligence, and how distributed AI models are redefining enterprise reliability.

Plus, real-world stories: a slow router that silently triggered a massive system crash, and the surprising role a forgotten Redis cache played in false fraud detection.

Whether you're a practitioner or decision-maker, this conversation will change how you think about what AI is truly capable of and what’s coming next.

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In this episode of Built for Trust, Nick Lippis talks to Raj Purkayastha from Tata Communications, and they explore how modern enterprises are rethinking their approach to global networking. From the rise of Network-as-a-Service (NaaS) to the integration of AI and SASE, Raj shares how Tata is building dynamic, scalable infrastructure globally, especially in regions where traditional connectivity falls short. They dig into real-world use cases like pop-up retail and predictive AI-powered operations, and discuss why solving the “needle-in-a-haystack” problem requires more than just dashboards; it calls for agentic AI and intelligent automation at scale.

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What if network infrastructure could think for itself? 

In this episode, Nick Lippis sits down with Vishal Shukla, CEO of Aviz Networks, to explore how AI is reshaping network operations, and why SONiC is at the center of it all. From breaking the traditional “haystack” model of troubleshooting to deploying agentic AI directly on devices, they unpack the future of open networking, the rise of SONiC as the new enterprise standard, and what it really takes to support AI workloads at scale. If you're thinking about network transformation, this is the conversation you need to hear.

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In this episode of Built for Trust, Nick Lippis sits down with Kelly Ahuja, CEO of Versa Networks, for a candid and insightful conversation on the future of secure networking—and why agentic AI is at the center of it.

From Versa’s early vision of “security built-in, not bolted on” to the company’s unified software stack powering SD-WAN, SASE, and beyond, Kelly shares how the team is reshaping the way organizations protect and scale their infrastructure. You’ll hear how agentic AI moves beyond observability to autonomous action, why AI is essential for reducing operational burden, and how Versa is enabling global customers to detect threats at the edge, adapt in real-time, and build predictive, resilient networks.

Whether you’re leading IT strategy or just trying to stay ahead of the next wave of innovation, this episode is packed with practical insight into the intersection of AI, security, and scalability.

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What do self-aware switches, open source firmware, and AI agents that talk back have in common? Parantap Lahiri, VP of Infrastructure at eBay, joins Nick Lippis to unravel the evolution of networking—from the first internet connections in India to today’s sprawling, AI-assisted infrastructures.

In this episode, Parantap shares why BGP became his second language, how eBay turned its alert storm into a whisper, and why networks should be built like air and water: everywhere, reliable, and invisible. You'll hear stories of surviving "hairball" architectures, pushing complexity to the edge, and designing systems that don’t break when humans do.

Whether you're deep in the weeds of network ops or just wondering how AI can help you stop firefighting, this one’s for you.

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In this episode of Built for Trust, Nick Lippis is joined by Pablo Espinosa from IBM, a seasoned infrastructure leader whose 30-year journey spans from humble beginnings to overseeing massive hybrid cloud networks at IBM. 

Together, Nick and Pablo explore how the definition of "scale" is evolving in the age of AI, why networks must now function as dynamic data exchanges, and how critical thinking—not just technical skills—is the superpower of the modern engineer. Pablo shares personal insights on career resilience, the importance of curiosity, and what it takes to lead through today’s third major tech inflection point: the convergence of cloud and AI.

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In this episode of the Built for Trust Podcast, Nick chats with Khalid Raza, CEO of Graphiant. They explore how AI and agentic models are transforming enterprise networking. Khalid shares his journey from pioneering SD-WAN to reimagining the internet as a data-centric, policy-driven fabric.

They discuss how metadata-powered routing, state abstraction, and AI-driven policy control can revolutionize security, efficiency, and scalability for enterprises and service providers. Plus, they dive into the role of AI agents in networking, the impact of data sovereignty laws, and why service providers must adapt or risk becoming obsolete.

Tune in for a deep dive into the next evolution of networking, where AI is not just a tool—but the foundation of the future.

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AI is here, and it’s moving faster than any tech shift before it—even cloud.

In this episode of the Built for Trust Podcast, Nick Lippis and Chris Drumgoole from DXC Technology explore how AI is breaking down corporate silos, reshaping IT operations, and redefining the future of business. They discuss why AI adoption is accelerating beyond cloud, the challenges of governance and compliance, and what today’s leaders must do to stay ahead. From workforce transformation to enterprise software disruption, this conversation dives deep into the opportunities and risks of AI’s rapid rise. If you’re in IT, cloud, or business leadership, this is the episode you can’t afford to miss.

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What happens when AI steps into the rhythm of network operations? In this episode of the Built for Trust Podcast, Nick and Jeremy Rossbach from Broadcom jam with Agentic AI, exploring how autonomous systems are reshaping IT, NetOps, and the future of digital infrastructure.

Take a deep dive into the trust factor behind AI-driven networks, the challenges of automation, and why feeding AI the right data is like composing the perfect song. From real-world IT war stories to the small wins that pave the way for full automation, they discuss what’s possible now, what’s still experimental, and what it will take for enterprises to fully embrace Agentic AI.

Plus, they riff on their shared love of music and live performance, drawing surprising parallels between a well-tuned IT system and a band that’s perfectly in sync.

So grab your headphones and get ready. This AI jam session is just getting started!

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AI is transforming industries at an unprecedented pace—but what does that mean for jobs, businesses, and the future of work? In this episode of the Built for Trust podcast, Nick chats with Zeus Kerravala about how AI is disrupting IT, redefining workforce roles, and creating new winners and losers in the industry.

They dive into:

• The AI-driven job shift including what roles will disappear and what new careers will emerge.
• How IT leaders can adapt and thrive in this evolving landscape.
• The Nvidia effect and why AI’s infrastructure war is reshaping tech giants.
• The balance between AI automation and human expertise and what it means for businesses today.

Is AI a threat or an opportunity? Tune in to hear expert insights on how to stay ahead in the AI-powered future.

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