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Feb. 27, 2024

PTW3 032: The Intersection of AI and Cybersecurity with Nicholas Lorizio and Donna Mitchell

In this episode of Pivoting to Web 3, Donna Mitchell interviews Nick, an expert in AI and cybersecurity. They explore the crucial intersection of AI and cybersecurity, focusing on how automation can enhance protection against scams and fraud. Nick discusses the challenges facing the cybersecurity industry, including a shortage of professionals and the vulnerabilities of small and medium-sized businesses. He introduces Astute Technologies, a threat detection platform he developed, and underscores the role of AI in improving cybersecurity practices. The conversation also addresses the risks and concerns associated with AI in cybersecurity, particularly regarding the protection of children and critical systems.

Summary
In this conversation, Donna Mitchell interviews Nick, an expert in AI and cybersecurity. They discuss the intersection of AI and cybersecurity, the role of automation in protecting against scams and fraud, and the challenges of the cybersecurity industry. Nick also shares insights into Astute Technologies, a threat detection platform he developed, and the importance of AI in small and medium-sized businesses. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the concerns and risks of AI in cybersecurity, particularly in relation to protecting children and critical systems.

Takeaways
AI is becoming increasingly important in the field of cybersecurity, as it can automate tasks and improve efficiency.
There is a shortage of cybersecurity professionals, and the industry is falling behind in terms of staffing and effectiveness.
Small and medium-sized businesses are particularly vulnerable to cyber threats, and it is important for them to adopt cybersecurity technologies.
There are concerns about the potential risks and misuse of AI in cybersecurity, particularly in relation to protecting children and critical systems.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
01:28 Web 3 and Innovation
03:08 Automation and Cybersecurity
04:08 Protecting Against Scams and Fraud
05:06 Stute Technologies and AI in Cybersecurity
06:01 Shortage of Cybersecurity Professionals
06:56 Cybersecurity Threats and National Security
08:13 Stute Technologies' Threat Detection Platform
08:44 AI in Small and Medium-Sized Businesses
09:42 Progress in Cybersecurity
10:30 Concerns and Risks of AI in Cybersecurity
11:00 Protecting Children and Critical Systems
11:30 Conclusion

Website - https://www.astutetechnologists.com/
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Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nlorizio/
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@astutetechnologists
TikTok- https://www.tiktok.com/@nlorizio_official
Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BW363XH2

 

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Company - https://www.MitchellUniversalNetwork.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donna-mitchell-a1700619
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Nicholas Lorizio

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Nicholas Lorizio, the founder of AstuteTechnologists.com, is the visionary force behind the creation of the Astute Advisor platform. His journey in the tech world has been marked by a deep commitment to understanding and shaping the digital landscape. With Astute Advisor, Nick has successfully developed an AI tool that excels in offering expertise in cybersecurity, IT infrastructure, and software development, with a special emphasis on the integration of AI and IoT technologies.

As an author, Nick's insights are further encapsulated in his seminal work, 'Digitalization: The New Normal Of the Post-Pandemic World.' This book reflects his profound understanding of how technology is reshaping our world, especially in the wake of global challenges.

Nick believes in the power of learning and adaptation in times of change, a philosophy that's central to his work. He often quotes, 'In a time of drastic change, it is the learners who inherit the future. The learned find themselves equipped to live in a world that no longer exists.' This ethos is not only a guiding principle for Nick, it is also deeply embedded in the fabric of Astute Advisor, standing as a testament to his vision of continual learning and evolution in the ever-changing digital landscape.