Cybercrime in the Age of Accelerants: Robert McArdle on AI, Risk & Readiness
Trend Micro’s Director of Forward-Looking Threat Research, Robert McArdle, joins David to unpack how large-language-model (LLM) tech is changing the economics of cyber-crime—and what leaders can do to keep risk at “walk-down-the-main-street” levels instead of “Rio-back-alley” chaos. From TikTok–style malware baits to zero-trust guard-rails, Robert explains why awareness, adaptive security and simple governance steps matter more than ever.Tech Talks is powered by Nash Squared, the leading global provider of technology and talent solutions. Find out more about our solutions at www.nashsquared.comThe music on Tech Talks is created by London artist Lemzi: www.lemzi.com
19 Jun 18min
The Last Digital Transformation: Richard Skinner on AI, Skills, and What Comes Next
Richard Skinner, CEO of Phased AI, joins Tech Talks to discuss why the AI revolution may be the final seismic shift in digital transformation—and what that means for businesses, technologists, and society. In a wide-ranging conversation from the floor of Dublin Tech Summit, Richard talks about governance, skill gaps, the creative limits of LLMs, and how bottom-up adoption is reshaping enterprise AI.Tech Talks is powered by Nash Squared, the leading global provider of technology and talent solutions. Find out more about our solutions at www.nashsquared.comThe music on Tech Talks is created by London artist Lemzi: www.lemzi.com
18 Jun 22min
Philosophy, Privacy, and the Future of AI: Jared Browne on Governing the Machines
In this episode, Jared Browne—philosopher-turned-lawyer and Group Head of Privacy and AI Governance at Fexco—joins David to explore the moral and regulatory tightrope companies must walk in the age of generative and agentic AI. Jared shares why human oversight is still essential, how our relationship with AI is evolving, and why the risks of unchecked interaction—especially with hyper-personalised systems—shouldn’t be underestimated.Tech Talks is powered by Nash Squared, the leading global provider of technology and talent solutions. Find out more about our solutions at www.nashsquared.comThe music on Tech Talks is created by London artist Lemzi: www.lemzi.com
17 Jun 24min
From Touchline to Timeline: James Doyle on AI’s Playbook for Sport
James Doyle, CEO of iReel, joins Tech Talks to explore how generative and agentic AI are transforming elite sport. With roots in football and a reach across multiple sports, iReel is helping clubs move beyond dashboards and into conversational analytics—making once-siloed performance data accessible, insightful, and actionable. James discusses the startup’s fast rise, the risk of robotic sport, and why human creativity still has a vital role in the AI age.Tech Talks is powered by Nash Squared, the leading global provider of technology and talent solutions. Find out more about our solutions at www.nashsquared.comThe music on Tech Talks is created by London artist Lemzi: www.lemzi.com
16 Jun 17min
Future-Proofing with Empathy: Carla Buzasi on Forecasting Consumer Emotion
In this episode, Carla Buzasi, CEO of WGSN and former Editor-in-Chief at Huffington Post UK, joins David to explore how brands can stay ahead in a world defined by emotional turbulence and constant change. From “glimmers” to “ping minimalism,” Carla unpacks the psychology behind consumer trends and what leaders must understand if they want to build trust, relevance, and long-term value.Tech Talks is powered by Nash Squared, the leading global provider of technology and talent solutions. Find out more about our solutions at www.nashsquared.comThe music on Tech Talks is created by London artist Lemzi: www.lemzi.com
13 Jun 30min
Rethinking Credit: Philip Belamant on Building with Purpose in Fintech
Zilch CEO Philip Belamant joins David to explain how he’s taking on one of the UK’s biggest financial challenges: the cost of consumer credit. Philip shares the personal experience that triggered his mission, outlines Zilch’s sustainable model for affordable borrowing, and explains why profitability—not just scale—has shaped every strategic decision. From fraud prevention to AI commerce agents, this is a founder’s story grounded in intent, execution, and long-term value.Tech Talks is powered by Nash Squared, the leading global provider of technology and talent solutions. Find out more about our solutions at www.nashsquared.comThe music on Tech Talks is created by London artist Lemzi: www.lemzi.com
11 Jun 40min
Personal AI, Trusted Data, and the Future of Healthcare
In this episode, David Savage sits down with Prashant Natarajan, Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer at Velatura, to explore how AI is reshaping the healthcare industry from the inside out. From democratizing AI tools across departments to building scalable, secure, and human-centered solutions, Prashant explains how trust, governance, and individual empowerment must underpin every technological advance.Whether it's redefining population health or confronting the geopolitical dimensions of AI, Prashant delivers an urgent but optimistic vision for data-driven transformation in one of the world’s most complex industries.If you wish to join our Digital Leadership Report launch events the addresses to register are:If you're in EMEA - https://lnkd.in/eKVGFk4bIf you're in the Americas - https://lnkd.in/ejsCMEzuTech Talks is powered by Nash Squared, the leading global provider of technology and talent solutions. Find out more about our solutions at www.nashsquared.comThe music on Tech Talks is created by London artist Lemzi: www.lemzi.com
9 Jun 30min
Organised Chaos: Scaling Creative Ops Without Losing Your Soul
David Savage reconnects with Daisy Stapley-Bunten, COO of CEP Agency, to explore how a boutique events business has scaled into a full-service brand experience powerhouse. From perfectionism to performance hiccups, Daisy opens up about the emotional evolution of leadership, learning to delegate, and staying true to her values—while building immersive experiences for some of the UK’s biggest retailers.If you wish to join our Digital Leadership Report launch events the addresses to register are:If you're in EMEA - https://lnkd.in/eKVGFk4bIf you're in the Americas - https://lnkd.in/ejsCMEzuTech Talks is powered by Nash Squared, the leading global provider of technology and talent solutions. Find out more about our solutions at www.nashsquared.comThe music on Tech Talks is created by London artist Lemzi: www.lemzi.com
6 Jun 25min
