n this episode of The Long Game, host Elijah Wood sits down with Sridhar Muppidi, CTO of IBM Security, to talk about the evolving landscape of AI threats, cybersecurity strategy, and quantum computing risks.

With over 30 years at IBM and deep expertise in enterprise security, Sridhar shares what keeps him up at night—and what gives him hope. From AI-powered phishing attacks to malware agents with decision-making abilities, we dive into how attackers are using the same tools defenders rely on, and why crypto agility is the key to surviving what’s next.

We also explore the future of quantum-safe encryption, the decline of ransomware, and how organizations can prepare for AI-driven cyber attacks before it’s too late.

🎯 Topics Covered:
• The rise of AI-powered phishing and why it’s growing 74% YoY
• IBM’s strategy for proactive vs reactive cybersecurity
• What “crypto agility” means in the post-quantum era
• Real-world attack vectors: LIDAR hacks, prompt injection, poisoned models
• How the dark web is evolving with generative AI
• The urgent need for cross-industry collaboration in AI defense

🔐 “Security today is too reactive. We need AI systems that protect AI systems.” – Sridhar Muppidi

If you're a CISO, technologist, founder, or just curious about the future of cybersecurity, this one’s a must-listen.

In this episode of The Long Game, host Elijah Murray sits down with Ajay Srivatsavai, a veteran asset management executive, to unpack why private equity firms are falling behind in the AI revolution - and what it means for the future of the $15 trillion industry.

Timestamps:(00:00) Risk factors in asset management and technology adoption(01:00) Introduction and guest overview(02:00) Asset management fundamentals and industry breakdown(04:00) Technology adoption challenges in finance(08:00) Private equity's lag in tech adoption(10:00) Unstructured data challenges in PE(13:00) Build vs buy technology decisions(17:00) Case study: Wealth management technology(20:00) Future of PE technology integration

Whether you're a PE professional, tech entrepreneur, or interested in the future of finance, this episode offers a rare glimpse into how artificial intelligence is reshaping one of the world's most profitable industries.

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Welcome to Episode #085 of The Long Game, where I have conversations about tech startups, AI, entrepreneurship, and the ideas and principles to make it all happen.

Kenneth Carrera shares his groundbreaking experience of running his business with AI guidance, achieving 25% growth without increasing headcount.

From creating an AI board of directors to implementing multi-agent systems in various industries, Kenneth provides practical insights into the future of human-AI collaboration.

TOPICS:

• Building and implementing AI agent networks
• Real-world applications in pharmaceutical sales and manufacturing
• How AI augments rather than replaces human work
• The failed experiment of an AI boss
• Practical implementation of multi-agent systems

Chapters

(00:00) Welcome & Introduction

(01:43) The Year of AI Agents

(02:44) Defining AI Agents vs Traditional Software(06:11) Real-World Applications

(07:38) Case Study: AI in Pharmaceutical Sales

(17:38) AI Board of Directors Experiment

(24:26) Future of AI and Human Collaboration

(34:42) Specialized AI Assistants

(42:00) Case Study: AI in Meat Processing

(47:01) AI's Role in Job Optimization

(53:39) The AI Boss Experiment

(57:26) Closing Thoughts

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