Show Notes

January 6, 2025: Mick Coady, CTO of Armis, explores the risks of connected devices in healthcare systems to the unforeseen consequences of encrypted messaging apps, this conversation dives into the delicate balance between innovation and risk. How does Walmart's acquisition of Vizio paint a picture of the bigger intersection of consumer tech and privacy? And as global privacy laws evolve, are companies truly prepared to protect sensitive data, or are they playing catch-up? 

Key Points:

1. 04:27 Messaging Apps and Security
2. 08:54 Walmart and Vizio
3. 11:58 Genetic Testing Data
4. 18:18 Accents and Conclusion

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