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In this episode of "Full Tech Ahead," host Amanda Razani interviews Javed Hasan, CEO and Co-Founder of Lineaje.
They discuss the critical importance of software supply chain security, emphasizing that 95% of modern software risks come from open-source ingestion.
Hasan introduces Lineaje's new product, "UnifAI," which is designed to make AI applications secure by design. He highlights a major industry blind spot: AI has become incredibly easy to build, but it is often not safe to run. UnifAI solves this by helping CISOs discover their AI inventory, derive the correct security policies, and autonomously apply those policies in both low-code and high-code environments.
The conversation also explores complex emerging threats such as runtime code generation, "reasoning compromise," and the growing danger of Shadow AI.
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"95% of the risk in modern software is ingested by using open source. So we make open source safe to use by companies."
"AI has become easy to build, but AI is not safe to run. So what UnifAI does, it makes the AI applications secure by design."
"Use AI to improve productivity safely."
Takeaways
Automate AI Security Policies: CISOs and developers are overwhelmed by rapidly changing AI regulations. Solutions like Unify streamline this by discovering all AI assets and autonomously applying the correct security policies directly into the development workflow, eliminating the need for manual rule-reading.
Beware of "Reasoning Compromise": Hackers are finding new ways to exploit AI without using explicitly bad prompts. By manipulating the context or the "reasoning" of an LLM (e.g., claiming the CEO ordered an action), attackers can bypass built-in controls and extract sensitive data.
The Threat of Shadow AI and Autonomous Code: Unauthorized AI tools or rogue agents (Shadow AI) can perform deep, unauthorized actions like sending emails or extracting credentials. Furthermore, AI agents writing code at runtime without human oversight represent a massive new security challenge that traditional policies cannot catch.
The Shift to "Security for AI": We are moving past just using AI to make existing security tasks faster ("AI for security"). The industry must now focus on an entirely new domain—"Security for AI"—to protect the newly established AI-centric software infrastructure.
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In this episode of "Full Tech Ahead," host Amanda Razani interviews Reza Azizian, CEO of Ferveret.
They discuss the company's innovative liquid cooling technology for data centers and AI factories, which is inspired by nuclear reactor cooling.
Azizian highlights a recent benchmarking study conducted with UCLA, revealing that Ferveret's adaptive cooling solution delivers 35% more compute power from the same power envelope compared to traditional methods. Furthermore, the discussion emphasizes sustainability; while a typical 100MW data center consumes the equivalent of 4,500 Olympic swimming pools of water annually, Ferveret’s closed-loop system consumes essentially zero water.
This technological breakthrough aims to make the "AI revolution" environmentally sustainable and enables the deployment of off-grid data centers in hot, arid regions.
Key Quotes
"We developed liquid cooling technologies for data centers and AI factories, which is inspired by nuclear reactor cooling."
"...in a 100 megawatt datacenter, that can translate into almost 230 million of more revenue per year, which is quite significant."
"A typical 100 megawatt data center can consume up to 4500 Olympic swimming pools of water per year for cooling... our solution basically works with a closed loop. So the water consumption is basically almost zero."
"We are here to help to make the AI revolution sustainable."
Takeaways
Massive Efficiency Gains: A recent UCLA study proved that Ferveret's cooling solution provides 15% more compute at the server level and a total of 35% more compute at the facility level using the exact same power contract.
Zero Water Waste: Traditional data centers rely on evaporative cooling, wasting massive amounts of water. Ferveret utilizes a sealed, closed-loop system that doesn't evaporate water, drastically reducing the environmental footprint.
Unlocking New Locations: Because the system operates efficiently without consuming water, it allows companies to build data centers in drought-prone, highly regulated areas (like Arizona or Nevada).
Off-Grid Potential: The efficiency of this cooling technology makes it financially and operationally viable to pair data centers entirely with solar power, creating truly sustainable, off-the-grid facilities.
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In this episode of "Full Tech Ahead," Amanda Razani interviews Mery Zadeh, SVP of AI Governance and Risk Consulting at Lumenova AI. The conversation centers on the complexities of building AI governance teams and navigating the "three-language problem" where technical, regulatory, and business teams struggle to communicate.
Zadeh advises companies to stop searching for "unicorn" candidates who possess all these skills and instead focus on cross-training and rotation programs. Furthermore, as AI evolves from Generative AI to Agentic AI (systems that take independent actions), she emphasizes the critical need to shift from annual audits to real-time, continuous monitoring.
Ultimately, she notes that the most successful AI governance frameworks are practical ones that developers actually use, rather than theoretically perfect models.
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In this episode of "Full Tech Ahead," Amanda Razani interviews Ryan Johnson, CPO of CallRail, about how Artificial Intelligence can benefit small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). Johnson explains CallRail's evolution into a conversation intelligence platform and advises business owners to use AI to solve long-standing "legacy problems"—such as managing after-hours calls or handling peak call volumes—rather than inventing new problems to solve.
He emphasizes the importance of starting small, setting realistic expectations, and securing leadership buy-in to avoid the high failure rate of AI projects. Finally, the discussion touches on the future of AI, including the rise of agentic AI and its potential impact on search engines and SEO.
Key Quotes
"Where can AI solve the gaps that you've probably had for many, many years?"
"The most important thing about AI is it's not this like light switch that this happens. You actually have to invest time into it from a lot of different angles."
"Start small, start somewhere, don't be afraid of it and, and just learn."
Takeaways
Target Legacy Problems: AI is highly effective at filling gaps in daily operations, such as handling peak-hour calls, answering queries after traditional business hours, and conducting initial lead qualification.
Start Small and Be Realistic: Avoid overwhelming implementations. Begin with a narrow, focused use case to get comfortable. Set realistic expectations, as AI is not magic and often requires fine-tuning to achieve high accuracy.
Leadership Buy-in is Crucial: To avoid the common pitfall of AI project failures, businesses must define clear, measurable goals and ensure full support from the executive team and business owners before implementation.
The Future is Agentic AI: The next major evolution will involve AI agents communicating with one another to execute complex tasks, which will likely redefine consumer search experiences and the future of SEO.
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Join us as we welcome Karen Cohen, VP of Product Management at Apiiro, who shares her expertise on securing enterprise software in the age of AI. Discover how Apiiro helps companies innovate rapidly while maintaining robust risk controls, and hear groundbreaking research findings on how AI is transforming coding practices—improving velocity yet introducing new security challenges. Karen reveals practical advice for leaders, the importance of automated guardrails, and her vision for the future of AI-driven development. Don’t miss this insightful conversation packed with real-world strategies for thriving in today's tech landscape!
Summary
Karen Cohen, VP of Product Management at Apiiro, discussed their application security posture management platform, which helps large enterprises analyze code, cut through noise, and prevent risks with automated guardrails. A recent research report revealed that AI-assisted coding increased velocity by four times but also introduced risks ten times higher, with new types of vulnerabilities like privilege escalation and exposed secrets. Cohen emphasized the need for better inventory, standards, and automated governance. She envisioned future AI agents as platforms with specialized plugins for various security needs, tailored to specific company contexts.
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Website: https://apiiro.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karenzellnercohen/?originalSubdomain=nl
Podcast: Full Tech Ahead — Hosted by Amanda Razani
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In this episode, host Amanda Razani sits down with Jeremy Ung, Chief Technology Officer of Black Line, to explore how AI is transforming the financial world. Jeremy shares insights from his work leading innovation in finance automation, delving into critical topics like building trustworthy AI, ensuring data quality, and setting solid audit trails to foster confidence in AI-driven systems. Discover practical advice for financial leaders on embracing change, training both humans and AI agents, and setting your organization up for safe and impactful AI adoption in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
Summary
Jeremy Ung, CTO of Black Line, discussed the importance of AI in finance and the trust barriers it faces. He emphasized the critical role of data quality, noting that Black Line's Studio 360 product curates and structures data for AI models. Ung highlighted the need for auditability in AI systems, ensuring transparency and reliability. He advised financial leaders to establish clear processes and change management strategies for AI adoption. Ung also stressed the importance of leveraging existing organizational playbooks and investing in training to integrate AI effectively, aiming for a seamless collaboration between humans and AI agents.
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Website: https://www.blackline.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremyung/
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Join us as we sit down with Eran Ofir, CEO of Imagry, to explore the future of transportation powered by cutting-edge, mapless AI technology. Discover how Eran and his team are transforming autonomous vehicles with generative autonomy, driving real-world change in fleets worldwide, overcoming regulatory hurdles, lowering costs, and paving the way for safer, smarter roads. Get ready for an eye-opening journey into the next era of mobility with insights from a true industry leader!
Summary
Eran Ofir, CEO of Imagry, discussed the company's generative autonomy technology for autonomous vehicles. Imagry's software, Cortex, uses AI for perception, motion planning, and control, avoiding HD maps and relying solely on cameras. The company has been operating autonomous vehicles since 2019 in various countries and recently expanded into autonomous buses, addressing a 20% global shortage of bus drivers. Imagry's technology enables driverless buses at a cost of $70,000 per vehicle, a third of the industry average. The company also plans to deploy 50 Robo shuttles in Riga, Latvia. Regulatory challenges and public acceptance are significant hurdles for widespread adoption.
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Website: https://imagry.co/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eranofir
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Discover how AI innovation is powering the future! Join host Amanda Razani as she chats with Ferric CEO Noah Sturcken about the breakthrough technology behind miniaturized voltage regulators—tiny chips delivering major energy savings and performance boosts for today’s data centers and AI processors. Learn how Ferric’s cutting-edge solutions are slashing costs, improving sustainability, and driving the next generation of high-performance tech. Don’t miss these insights into the challenges and exciting opportunities at the core of our digital world!
Summary
Noah Sturcken, CEO of Ferric, discussed the company's integrated voltage regulators, which miniaturize power converters 10-50 times smaller than conventional ones. These innovations are crucial for AI processors, which consume more power and require efficient power delivery. Ferric's technology, using ferromagnetic composite materials, enables significant power savings, potentially reducing static power consumption by 10-15% and active power management by up to 40%. This could lead to millions in annual electricity savings for data centers. Sturcken emphasized the importance of integrated voltage regulators in addressing AI's power demands and improving performance and cost efficiency.
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Website: Ferric - https://www.ferric.com/
LinkedIn: Noah Sturcken - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nsturcken
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Join Arthur Firstov, Chief Business Officer at Mercuryo, as he unpacks the evolution of crypto payments, the rapid rise of stablecoins, and the impact of regulatory compliance on the fintech landscape. Gain insight into how Web3 is converging with traditional finance, and learn key lessons from building global payment infrastructure in the ever-changing world of digital assets.
Summary
Arthur Firstov, Chief Business Officer of Mercuryo, discussed the evolution of cryptocurrency payments, highlighting the shift from web 2.0 to web 3.0 and the rise of stablecoins, which grew to nearly $100 billion in 2025. He noted the increasing adoption of stablecoins in e-commerce, citing Shopify's partnership with Solana and Circle. Firstov emphasized the challenges of regulatory compliance and the need for interoperable payment systems. He also predicted that traditional finance will integrate stablecoins, enabling businesses to manage treasuries and earn yield. Mercuryo supports over 11 million users and partners, focusing on agility and compliance.
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Website: https://mercuryo.io/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arthur-firstov
Facebook: www.facebook.com/artur.firstov
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In this episode of Full Tech Ahead, host Amanda Razani speaks with Dr. Jeff Dello Russo, a pioneering ophthalmologist and Chief Medical Director of multiple laser vision centers across the New York tri-state area. With more than two decades of experience, Dr. Dello Russo discusses how artificial intelligence is transforming refractive surgery—making vision correction more precise, efficient, and capable of delivering results beyond what was once thought possible.
Summary
Dr. Dello Russo shares how his practice has integrated a groundbreaking AI-powered LASIK system that combines laser precision with intelligent computation. Using ray tracing and virtual eye modeling, the system captures tens of thousands of light measurements to create a digital clone of each patient’s eye. It then runs thousands of simulated treatments on this digital twin to determine the optimal correction—resulting in 100% of patients in clinical trials achieving 20/20 vision or better, with many reaching 20/15 or even 20/10 visual acuity. This innovation eliminates much of the guesswork and patient subjectivity found in traditional eye exams, allowing for consistent, reproducible, and highly customized results.
Looking ahead, Dr. Dello Russo foresees AI expanding beyond LASIK into cataract surgery and other ocular procedures, benefiting patients of all ages. He explains that AI-driven diagnostics and predictive modeling will soon help surgeons identify the perfect intraocular lenses and refine post-surgery outcomes. As computing power increases, he envisions an era where AI supports lifelong eye health—from youthful vision correction to age-related treatments—helping people see better and longer than ever before.
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Website: Dello Russo Laser Vision - https://www.dellorusso.com/
LinkedIn: Jeffrey D. - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffrey-d-379b3394/
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