IT Leadership for Small Business

Join Alex on this episode of IT Leadership for Small Business as he dives into the groundbreaking GPUHammer research—the first-ever RowHammer-style exploit targeting NVIDIA GPUs. Alex unpacks:

How GPUHammer manipulates GDDR6 memory (e.g., on NVIDIA A6000) to flip bits and derail AI models, slashing accuracy from 80% to near-zero 

The fundamental mechanics of RowHammer and why it now impacts GPUs as well as CPUs

The significance for AI-driven apps in shared GPU environments, and implications for cloud platforms 

Recommended mitigations: enabling system-level ECC via nvidia‑smi ‑e 1, at the cost of ~10% inference slowdown—and why newer NVIDIA chips like H100/RTX 5090 are immune due to on‑die ECC

Tune in for a clear, jargon-free breakdown of this hardware-level threat—and what steps IT leaders should take now to safeguard GPU-accelerated workflows.

This episode of IT Leadership for Small Business was created using ChatGPT 4o and Genspark.AI

In this episode of IT Leadership for Small Business, Alex and Ben sit down for a rapid-fire roundtable on the latest news shaking up the IT landscape for small and midsize businesses. From AI breakthroughs and new cybersecurity threats, to tech policy shifts, software trends, and what’s actually impacting SMBs on the ground—we cut through the noise to deliver what matters most.

Tune in for:

The headlines you actually need to know—no fluff, no filler

Real-world analysis on how big tech news impacts Main Street businesses

Practical tips and takeaways for IT leaders, MSPs, and business owners

The latest tools, software, and security must-knows for July 2025

Whether you’re running a growing MSP, leading IT at your company, or just want to stay ahead of the tech curve, this “This Week in Tech” roundtable delivers news and insight you won’t get anywhere else.

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This week on IT Leadership for Small Business, we break down the real tech battles shaping 2025: Google's Gemini 2 launch, Microsoft’s $6B cloud grab, Apple’s AI office suite, cyberattacks striking every 60 seconds, and why Zero Trust, AI memory, and DDoS protection aren't optional anymore. Stay sharp, stay strategic, and stay ahead.

In this episode of IT Leadership for Small Business, Adam sits down with Seth Bolin, IT Security Manager at Pearson-Kelly Technology, to talk Zero Trust, AI-driven threats, cloud security gaps, and what SMBs need to prioritize in 2025. From real-world breaches to AI in the SOC—and a bit of gaming at the end—this one’s packed with insight and edge. Tune in and level up your cybersecurity game.

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In this episode of IT Leadership for Small Business, Adam Lopardo shares 10 tactical ways to turn your LinkedIn profile into a launchpad for IT career growth. From crafting a killer headline to showcasing real results and engaging with your network, this guide helps MSP pros, vCIOs, and IT leaders stand out and get hired — not just noticed.

Elon meets Modi. Google cuts hardware. Meta hits court. OpenAI builds a social network. In this fast-paced episode, Adam Lopardo breaks down 10 major tech stories from April 2025—and what they mean for IT leaders and small businesses trying to stay ahead in a world that’s moving faster than ever.

TP-Link’s in the headlines — but does that mean it’s time to toss your Omada gear? Not even close. In this episode, Adam Lopardo breaks down how to secure your home or small business network using the latest Omada tech, despite the FUD. From VLANs and firewall rules to local controllers and automation, this is your 2025 guide to doing it right — snark included.

Microsoft’s 2025 roadmap is here — $80B in AI infrastructure, a quantum chip with a sci-fi name, and over 120 products getting the axe. In this episode, we break down 10 big updates and what they really mean for small business IT leaders — with a side of sarcasm and a shot of reality.