Cloud Talk

Episode 154: From Code to Conscience: Crafting Responsible AI Solutions

June 21st, 2024  |  Season 4  |  39 mins 58 secs

compliance, ethics, fair, innovation, responsible ai, security

This Cloud Talk episode discusses responsible AI solutions with experts Nirmal Ranganathan, Ram Viswanathan, and Joanne Flack. They explore Rackspace's approach to responsible AI, focusing on symbiotic, sustainable, and secure implementation. Key topics include establishing clear guidelines for AI use, ethical considerations, security challenges, and the role of legal compliance. The panel addresses the EU risk model for AI systems and the importance of data quality in AI training. The discussion concludes with the experts sharing their visions for AI's positive future impacts in various fields, emphasizing the need for a balanced approach to AI adoption that considers both innovation and ethical responsibility.

Episode 153: Cloud Operations Decoded: A CTO Roundtable Discussion

May 23rd, 2024  |  Season 4  |  35 mins 21 secs

cloud technology, cto roundtable, internal it, modern operations, operational strategies, private cloud, public cloud, rackspace

Jeff DeVerter hosts a panel of cloud leaders from Rackspace, including Justin Kuss (VP IT), Travis (CTO Public Cloud), and Simon (CTO Private Cloud), on the "Cloud Talk - CTO Roundtable" podcast. They engage in a lively debate exploring the realities and advancements in Modern Cloud Operations strategies driving the industry forward.

Episode 152: AI and Code: The Future of Software Development - CTO Roundtable Edition

May 16th, 2024  |  Season 4  |  48 mins 20 secs

ai, code generation, compliance, governance, innovation, security, software development, traceability

The episode of Cloud Talk/CTO Roundtable Edition is about the intersection of artificial intelligence and software development, and it features three CTOs from Rackspace Technology as guests: Nirmal Ranganathan, Brian Lichtle, and Ram Viswanathan

Our conversation covers:

1. The main benefits and challenges of AI code generation
2. The impact of AI on the software development roles and workforce
3. The current and future trends of AI in the software development industry

Episode 151: The Role of AI in API Security

April 29th, 2024  |  Season 4  |  38 mins 20 secs

ai integration, api discovery, api-centric, assessment, authentication, authorization, cloud transformation, cloud-native, open-source, pi security

In this episode of 'Cloud Talk', Jeff DeVerter interviews Jeremy Snyder, the founder and CEO of Firetail, a company that specializes in end-to-end API security. Jeremy discusses the evolution of Firetail, its customers, and the future of the company. Jeff and Jeremy also discuss the challenges of organizational change and the importance of communication between teams.

Episode 150: The AI Odyssey: A Journey Through Neural Networks and Beyond

April 25th, 2024  |  Season 4  |  38 mins 41 secs

ai infrastructure, ai model training, ai regulation, artificial intelligence, deep learning, ethical considerations, generative use cases, gpt models, gpus, natural language processing, neural networks, openai, productivity, societal impact, transformer architecture

This conversation provides an educational overview of AI, emphasizing the significance of neural networks, GPUs, and efficient AI infrastructure. It delved into the evolution of AI, including deep learning and transformative models like GPT, and their potential to enhance various sectors. Lastly, it addressed the societal and ethical dimensions of AI, underscoring the necessity for responsible regulation.

Episode 149: Unleashing Creativity in the Cloud: Matt Cimaglia on Alteon's Modern Content Management

April 11th, 2024  |  Season 4  |  40 mins 17 secs

cloud-based system, collaboration, content management, creative process, digital media, emerging trends

In this episode of Cloud Talk, Jeff DeVerter from Rackspace Technology hosts Matt Cimaglia, the CEO of Alteon. They discuss Alteon’s role in simplifying the complex process of managing and publishing digital media for creators. Matt shares his vision for Alteon as a platform that enables creators to organize, collaborate, and distribute content easily through the cloud. The episode highlights Alteon’s features like its user-friendly interface, comprehensive content management tools, and integration with distribution channels. It emphasizes how Alteon is changing the content creation industry by offering more control and flexibility to creators, from individual artists to large media organizations. The discussion also covers the advantages of cloud technology in content management and its impact on the future of the creative industry.

Episode 148: The Road to re:Invent - Unveiling the Secrets to Innovation and Maximizing Your AWS Experience

September 29th, 2023  |  Season 4  |  31 mins 52 secs

aws, cloud, rackspace, reinvent, transformation

ReInvent is AWS' premier conference and it's right around the corner. In this episode, we will unpack everything you can do to get the most out of the event as well as what's been going on over at Job Target.

Episode 147: VMWare Explore 2023 Announcements

August 25th, 2023  |  Season 4  |  7 mins 9 secs

ai, cloud, private cloud, sddc

Episode 146: VMWare and … Google! Learning about this winning pair

August 22nd, 2023  |  Season 4  |  35 mins 26 secs

cloud migration, google cloud, vmware

Episode 145: Tech Trailblazing: AI, Empowerment and Innovation

August 22nd, 2023  |  Season 4  |  35 mins 26 secs

ai, cloud talk, innovation

Cloud Talk Live with Rebecca Potts from Google.

Episode 144: Changes in the Cloud Market and AI Impact

August 9th, 2023  |  Season 4  |  34 mins 8 secs

ai, cloud, cloud transformation, telarus, transformation

Join Jeff DeVerter, host of #CloudTalkLive, in an insightful conversation with Koby Phillips, the VP of Cloud Practice at Telarus! Discover the latest trends in the cloud market and how AI is revolutionizing transformation journeys for everyone. Don't miss the chance to learn from Koby's expertise and insights on effectively leveraging cloud and AI for your business success.

Episode 143: Smart Technologies and Cloud Computing for a Greener Future

August 3rd, 2023  |  Season 4  |  30 mins 6 secs

cloudcomputing, cloudtalk, greenit, itfootprint, itlifecycle, smarttech, sustainableit

In this episode of Cloud Talk, Jeff DeVerter and Srinivas Koushik discuss sustainability in the context of IT. They explore how IT affects and is affected by environmental and social issues, and how to make IT more sustainable with smart technologies and cloud computing. They also share some best practices and solutions for implementing a sustainable IT strategy.

Episode 142: Partnering for AI Success with Rob Harper, Google Channel Sales Exec

August 1st, 2023  |  Season 4  |  34 mins 58 secs

ai, aiadventures, cloud, cloudtalklive, sneakerheadtechie

Welcome to Cloud Talk Live with Jeff DeVerter! This week, we have a special guest: Rob Harper, the AI aficionado and Google's Channel Sales Exec for North America!

Episode 141: A Conversation with Brian Lillie: From Air Force to Cloud Force

July 27th, 2023  |  Season 4  |  1 hr 1 min

career, cloud, goals, leadership, private-cloud, rackspace

In this episode of Cloud Talk Podcast, Jeff DeVerter talks to Brian Lillie, the President of Private Cloud at Rackspace Technology, about his amazing career journey and his “compass” with the four values that guide his decisions. Learn how Brian navigates the cloud world with his compass and how you can find your own.

Episode 140: How to Future-Proof Your Business with AI: A Conversation with Robert Scoble

July 25th, 2023  |  Season 4  |  32 mins 1 sec

ai, artificial intelligence, business, cloud talk live, innovation, jeff deverter, linkedin live, robert scoble

Learn how to leverage AI in your business and future-proof your growth with Robert Scoble, a tech journalist and author of The Infinite Retina, and Jeff DeVerter, host of Cloud Talk Live. They will share their insights and experiences with AI, answer your questions live, and help you discover new opportunities with AI.

Episode 139: Unleash the Power of the Cloud: Join the Solve Cloud Transformation Summit with Jeff DeVerter

July 20th, 2023  |  Season 4  |  1 hr 3 mins

#cloudsummit #datamigration #cloudtransformation

If you weren't able to watch the Q2 Solve Summit live, we have you covered! Here's the "Solve Cloud Transformation Summit" with Jeff DeVerter, our Chief Technology Evangelist, for an epic cloud adventure. Laugh, learn, and optimize your data migration to the cloud. Watch the hour-long livestream on LinkedIn Live with our expert panel from Rackspace Technology and Amazon Web Services.