Corey sits down with Alyssa Miller, the CISO at Epic Global, for a discussion that cuts through the noise of the technology world in this episode of Screaming in The Cloud. Alyssa celebrates her personal journey to becoming a licensed pilot and invaluable insights into the current state and future of AI, cloud computing, and security. This episode ventures beyond the typical tech hype, offering a critical look at the realities of AI, the strategic considerations behind cloud computing at Epic Global, and the importance of explainability in AI within regulated industries. Additionally, Alyssa and Corey highlight the cyclical nature of tech hype, the misconceptions surrounding AI's capabilities, and the impact of startup culture on genuine innovation.

Show Highlights:

(00:00) Introduction

(01:33) Corey celebrates Alyssa Miller getting her general aviation license.

(04:10) Considerations of cloud computing at Epic Global.

(06:45) The hype and reality of AI in today's tech landscape.

(11:49) Alyssa on the importance of explainability in AI within regulated industries.

(14:21) Debunking myths about AI surpassing human intelligence.

(19:30) The cyclical nature of tech hype, exemplified by blockchain and AI.

(24:58) Critique of startup culture and its influence on technology adoption.

(29:01) Alyssa and Corey discuss how tech trends often fail to meet their initial hype.

(31:57) Where to find Alyssa Miller online for more insights.

Alyssa directs the security strategy for S&P Global Ratings as Business Information Security Officer (BISO), connecting corporate security objectives to business initiatives. Additionally, she shares her message about evolving the way people think about and approach security, privacy and trust through speaking engagements at various conferences and other events. When not engaged in security research and advocacy, she is also an accomplished soccer referee, guitarist and photographer.