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Explore the strategies, challenges, and successes that define the tech landscape with Dave Sobel on "The Business of Tech" podcast. Gain insights on how managed services providers and IT outsourcing companies stay ahead in the ever-evolving world of technology. Join Dave as he uncovers the impact on businesses, careers, and the industry at large. Dive deeper into the future of technology and discover inspiring stories from tech leaders. Tune in for daily actionable insights and be part of this journey towards innovation and leadership in the tech industry. Follow "The Business of Tech" on your favorite podcast platform to stay informed and inspired.

About Business of Tech: The daily MSP news and analysis podcast for managed service providers and IT services leaders. Host Dave Sobel covers AI for MSPs, MSP pricing and profitability, MSP M&A and private equity, vendor partner programs, MSP cybersecurity and liability, and MSP operations — and answers the question every story raises: Why do we care? Produced by MSP Radio.

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On this episode of the Business of Tech podcast, we dive into the latest developments in AI from Google and OpenAI, including tools that write code and generate dynamic video content. The discussion also covers the shrinking remote work opportunities as companies increase in-office days. Additionally, cybersecurity is highlighted as crucial, emphasizing the human expertise needed to interpret and respond to complex threats. The episode features insights on historical context, job displacement, and how to capitalize on AI advancements.

Three things to know today

00:00 Google & OpenAI Accelerate AI Development, Introducing Tools That Write Code and Generate Dynamic Content

03:34 Remote Work Opportunities Shrink as Companies Increase In-Office Days, Ringover Report Finds

07:17 Friday Big Ideas around AI: Historical Context, Job Displacement, and how to capitalize on it all.

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About Business of Tech: The daily MSP news and analysis podcast for managed service providers and IT services leaders. Host Dave Sobel covers AI for MSPs, MSP pricing and profitability, MSP M&A and private equity, vendor partner programs, MSP cybersecurity and liability, and MSP operations — and answers the question every story raises: Why do we care? Produced by MSP Radio.

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On today's show, we discuss TeamLogic IT partnering with NinjaOne for endpoint management of over 100,000 devices, CISA reveals its 2024 cybersecurity priorities, and ArcServe discontinues cloud services and OneXafe Solo, shaking the MSP market. CoreView supports MSPs with a Microsoft 365 management platform. UK SMEs are increasingly relying on MSPs for cost effectiveness, with 62% of respondents utilizing MSPs. Some SMEs with uniform technology stacks may not need MSPs, but those with diverse resources like MacBooks can benefit from specialized services.

Three things to know today

00:00 TeamLogic IT Partners with NinjaOne for Endpoint Management of Over 100,000 Devices

02:59 CISA Unveils 2024 Cybersecurity Priorities to Counter Advanced Threats and Protect Critical Infrastructure

05:43 Arcserve Shakes MSP Market with Sudden Discontinuation of Cloud Services and OneXafe Solo

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About Business of Tech: The daily MSP news and analysis podcast for managed service providers and IT services leaders. Host Dave Sobel covers AI for MSPs, MSP pricing and profitability, MSP M&A and private equity, vendor partner programs, MSP cybersecurity and liability, and MSP operations — and answers the question every story raises: Why do we care? Produced by MSP Radio.

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In this episode, we discuss three important topics. First, small business sentiment in the US has dipped due to concerns over inflation and labor costs. The National Federation of Independent Business reports the largest decline in sentiment in over a year. Second, we explore the early days of Microsoft 365's AI co-pilot, discussing both critiques and kudos. Lastly, we highlight tech leaders coming together to tackle deepfake AI threats in elections. Stay tuned to learn more about these pressing issues in the business and tech world.

Three things to know today

00:00 Small Business Sentiment Dips Over Inflation and Labor Costs, NFIB Reports Largest Drop in Over a Year

03:59 Critiques and Kudos: Navigating the Early Days of Microsoft 365's AI Copilot

07:18 Tech Leaders Unite in Accord to Tackle Deepfake AI Threats in Elections

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About Business of Tech: The daily MSP news and analysis podcast for managed service providers and IT services leaders. Host Dave Sobel covers AI for MSPs, MSP pricing and profitability, MSP M&A and private equity, vendor partner programs, MSP cybersecurity and liability, and MSP operations — and answers the question every story raises: Why do we care? Produced by MSP Radio.

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In this episode, we discuss the latest news in the tech industry. We start by highlighting Microsoft's success with its AI initiatives, including the popularity of its CoPilot AI app. The app has gained significant traction, ranking as the second most popular free app in the Apple App Store and the 12th most downloaded app in the Google Play Store. Additionally, CNBC reports that Microsoft's Azure cloud is closing the gap on Amazon Web Services (AWS) with the help of its AI growth. Analysts estimate that Azure is now about three quarters the size of AWS, compared to half its size five years ago. We also delve into a study by Indeed, which reveals that Gen Z's anxiety about AI jobs surpasses that of older generations. Finally, we discuss the importance of cloud marketplaces for IT channel success, based on a report by GTDC. Overall, this episode showcases the impact of AI in the tech industry and highlights Microsoft's advancements in this field.

Three things to know today

00:00 Microsoft's AI Bet Pays Off: CoPilot's Success and Azure's Growth Challenge AWS

03:51 Gen Z's AI Job Anxiety Surpasses Older Generations, Indeed Study Finds

06:00 Cloud Marketplaces Become Crucial for IT Channel Success, GTDC Report Finds

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About Business of Tech: The daily MSP news and analysis podcast for managed service providers and IT services leaders. Host Dave Sobel covers AI for MSPs, MSP pricing and profitability, MSP M&A and private equity, vendor partner programs, MSP cybersecurity and liability, and MSP operations — and answers the question every story raises: Why do we care? Produced by MSP Radio.

MSP Radio is supported by our partners:

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In this episode of "The Business of Tech," Dave Sobel discusses three key topics. First, he highlights the recent breach of U.S. systems by China-backed hackers, signaling a new era of cyber threats. Next, he explores the emerging consulting opportunities as businesses seek compliance with evolving AI regulations and digital laws. Lastly, Sobel provides insight into the $1.9 billion valuation and strategic investments in Ninja One by Snowflake and Datadog executives.

Three things to know today

00:00 Volt Typhoon's Five-Year Breach of U.S. Systems Signals New Era of Cyber Threats from China

03:45 Consulting Opportunities Emerge as Businesses Seek Compliance with Evolving AI Regulations and Digital Laws

06:23 Industry Titans Bet on NinjaOne: Insight into the $1.9 Billion Valuation and Strategic Investments from Snowflake and Datadog Executives

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About Business of Tech: The daily MSP news and analysis podcast for managed service providers and IT services leaders. Host Dave Sobel covers AI for MSPs, MSP pricing and profitability, MSP M&A and private equity, vendor partner programs, MSP cybersecurity and liability, and MSP operations — and answers the question every story raises: Why do we care? Produced by MSP Radio.

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In this bonus episode of the Business of Tech, host TJ Karwal speaks with the CEO and founder of Cluster Networks, a company revolutionizing the IT industry with its innovative IT-driven solutions. Cluster has built an AI-driven product called Friday and launched the world's first AI-driven MSP. The episode explores the concept of autonomous IT and how it is becoming a reality

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About Business of Tech: The daily MSP news and analysis podcast for managed service providers and IT services leaders. Host Dave Sobel covers AI for MSPs, MSP pricing and profitability, MSP M&A and private equity, vendor partner programs, MSP cybersecurity and liability, and MSP operations — and answers the question every story raises: Why do we care? Produced by MSP Radio.

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In this episode of the Business of Tech podcast, Dave Sobel discusses three important developments in the tech industry. First, Google revamps its AI strategy and introduces Gemini Ultra, its most advanced language model. Google also launches a new Google One tier with enhanced features. Next, ConnectWise unveils advanced RPA and AI capabilities at Automation Nation 2024 in Tampa. Finally, the podcast delves into the setbacks faced by JCDC in their cybersecurity efforts, including conservative scrutiny and internal issues.

Three things to know today

00:00 Google Revamps AI Strategy: Unveils Gemini Ultra and Launches New Google One Tier with Enhanced Features

05:45 Automation Nation 2024: ConnectWise Unveils Advanced RPA and AI Capabilities in Tampa

06:58 JCDC's Setback: How Conservative Scrutiny and Internal Issues Challenge Cybersecurity Efforts

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About Business of Tech: The daily MSP news and analysis podcast for managed service providers and IT services leaders. Host Dave Sobel covers AI for MSPs, MSP pricing and profitability, MSP M&A and private equity, vendor partner programs, MSP cybersecurity and liability, and MSP operations — and answers the question every story raises: Why do we care? Produced by MSP Radio.

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In this episode of the Business of Tech podcast, host Dave Sobel discusses the impact of AI on digital identity. He highlights a recent case in Hong Kong where a finance worker was tricked into paying out $25 million to fraudsters using deepfake technology. Additionally, Dave mentions an underground website called OnlyFake that sells realistic fake IDs for just $15, posing a threat to cybersecurity. He also provides insights into tech earnings analysis, including trends in gaming, AI, and digital ads driving market trends. Lastly, Dave discusses Apple's Vision Pro integration into IT management, which could be a potential game changer for enterprise.

Three things to know today

00:00 AI Deepfakes Challenge Digital Identity: $25 Million Scam and Fake ID Crisis

03:33 Tech Earnings Analysis: Gaming, AI, and Digital Ads Driving Market Trends

08:18 Apple's Vision Pro Integrates into IT Management: Potential Game-Changer for Enterprise

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About Business of Tech: The daily MSP news and analysis podcast for managed service providers and IT services leaders. Host Dave Sobel covers AI for MSPs, MSP pricing and profitability, MSP M&A and private equity, vendor partner programs, MSP cybersecurity and liability, and MSP operations — and answers the question every story raises: Why do we care? Produced by MSP Radio.

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In this episode, Dave Sobel discusses three important tech news updates. Firstly, the SEC has introduced new cybersecurity rules for SaaS systems to enhance data protection. Secondly, zero trust adoption is increasing in SMB and mid-market sectors. Lastly, the FBI warns SMBs about a China-linked hacking campaign targeting old routers. Dave emphasizes that cybersecurity is not just about technology, but also the human expertise needed to respond to threats. The episode concludes with a detailed discussion on the SEC's new rules for SaaS systems and the importance of managing the risks associated with them. 

In this episode, Dave Sobel discusses three important tech news updates. Firstly, the SEC has introduced new cybersecurity rules for SaaS systems to enhance data protection. Secondly, zero trust adoption is increasing in SMB and mid-market sectors. Lastly, the FBI warns SMBs about a China-linked hacking campaign targeting old routers. Dave emphasizes that cybersecurity is not just about technology, but also the human expertise needed to respond to threats.  The episode concludes with a detailed discussion on the SEC's new rules for SaaS systems and the importance of managing the risks associated with them.

Three things to know today

00:00 SEC Introduces New Cybersecurity Rules for SaaS Systems to Enhance Data Protection

04:39 Zero Trust Adoption on the Rise in SMB and Midmarket Sectors, TechAisle Reports

05:57 FBI Warns SMBs: Old Routers Targeted in China-Linked Hacking Campaign

 

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About Business of Tech: The daily MSP news and analysis podcast for managed service providers and IT services leaders. Host Dave Sobel covers AI for MSPs, MSP pricing and profitability, MSP M&A and private equity, vendor partner programs, MSP cybersecurity and liability, and MSP operations — and answers the question every story raises: Why do we care? Produced by MSP Radio.

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