Data security in a cloud and AI world

Developer stories: DynamicLedger

To kick off season five of Grey Matter Talks Tech, host Sam Barnes is joined by Adrian Reason and Chris Holdt – co-founders of DynamicLedger. They explore the problem the platform solves, the technology behind it, and how Grey Matter’s partnership supports scalable, secure development for growing software businesses and modern cloud strategies.  ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Data security in a cloud and AI world

In this episode of Grey Matter Talks Tech, our security specialist Scott Harrison is joined by Ben Readings from Kiteworks. They discuss data exchange and security in the ever-evolving cloud and AI world. From changing landscapes and challenges, to considerations, best practices and digital sovereignty. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Beyond vibe coding: JetBrains Junie - agentic AI for developers

In this episode of Grey Matter Talks Tech, Leanne Bevan is joined by JetBrains’ Head of Junie, Nick Frolov to explore how AI is changing software development. They discuss JetBrains’ approach to agentic AI, navigating an increasingly crowded AI tooling landscape, and what makes Junie AI different from “vibe coding”. The conversation also looks at AI model selection, modern SDLC practices, and what development teams should consider when adopting AI‑powered tools.  ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

AI security in 2026: How to stay ahead

Host Gail Lundgren (Grey Matter) is joined by Shannon Murphy (Trend AI) to unpack the biggest cyber security threats facing organisations in 2026 and what security protocols need to be in place as AI adoption accelerates. They explore the AI adoption curve (adopters, builders, scalers), how security stacks evolve across each stage, and where AI initiatives typically originate inside organisations - along with the risks that follow. The conversation also covers emerging challenges like prompt injection, agentic/MCP abuse, and sensitive data exposure, plus practical best practices to reduce risk while enabling innovation. Gail and Shannon also reflect on women in tech and advice for those pursuing careers in security.  ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Building the future with Microsoft and GitHub AI Agents

In this episode of Grey Matter Talks Tech, host Sam Barnes (Azure Solutions Specialist) is joined by Guy Gregory, Partner Solution Architect at Microsoft, to explore the rapidly evolving world of Azure AI and GitHub‑powered agents.   The conversation dives into what’s shaping AI right now - from the latest AI models and coding agents to the growing importance of agent‑driven development. Guy explains how GitHub Copilot has evolved from code completion into a full developer platform with the GitHub Copilot SDK, and how it fits into Microsoft’s wider vision for AI‑powered applications.  You’ll also hear practical insights into the Foundry Agent Service and Microsoft Agent Framework, including how organisations can build, secure and observe AI agents at scale using Azure’s AI ecosystem.   They also discuss the highlights from the February 2026 Microsoft AI Tour which took place in London. Guy also runs through a demo of creating an expenses report using an AI Agent. Watch the demo here. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7TMLyuCFudw] Whether you’re a developer, SaaS builder or technology leader, this episode offers a clear view of where AI agents are heading next - and how to start navigating the AI agent landscape with confidence.  ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.