The Digital Decode

The 2026 Cybersecurity Trends Outlook

A new year brings new cyber risks, and 2026 will move faster than most security teams are built to handle. From agentic AI to deepfakes, the old playbook is already getting outdated. Host Allec Brust is joined by Presidio CISOs Dan Lohrmann and Mike Brown to break down the 2026 cybersecurity outlook and what leaders should prioritize now. They pull insights from 125 industry reports, spotlight the trends showing up across top vendor forecasts, and translate what it all means for security roadmaps, investments, and day-to-day defense. In this episode: * The biggest 2026 trends, including agentic AI attacks, deepfake-driven social engineering, and automated ransomware * Why identity is becoming the new perimeter, and how zero trust is shifting into the browser * What’s next for post-quantum security, plus data chain-of-custody strategies to restore trust in what’s real Links:  * https://www.govtech.com/blogs/lohrmann-on-cybersecurity/the-top-26-security-predictions-for-2026-part-2 [https://www.govtech.com/blogs/lohrmann-on-cybersecurity/the-top-26-security-predictions-for-2026-part-2] * https://www.govtech.com/blogs/lohrmann-on-cybersecurity/the-top-26-security-predictions-for-2026-part-1 [https://www.govtech.com/blogs/lohrmann-on-cybersecurity/the-top-26-security-predictions-for-2026-part-1] * https://www.presidio.com/blogs/2026-cybersecurity-predictions/ [https://www.presidio.com/blogs/2026-cybersecurity-predictions/]

Modern Networking for AI vs AI for ModernNetworking

The old way of managing networks cannot keep up with today’s scale, speed, and threats. Cisco’s latest updates pair real-time analytics with automation so teams can work proactively, not just react. Host Allec Brust sits down with Presidio’s Andy Richter, Mark Cardwell, and Britny Bolton to unpack what Cisco announced at Cisco Live 2025 and why it matters. They break down AI for networking vs. networking for AI in plain language, how Meraki’s dashboard brings agentic operations to day-to-day work, and where security and visibility features like ThousandEyes and Cyber Vision change the game. The crew also covers modernization paths that unlock zero trust and OT visibility without adding GPU farms. In this episode: * AI for networking vs. networking for AI, explained simply and tied to licensing, not GPU requirements * How Catalyst 9300/9350 class switches and the Meraki dashboard enable automation, faster troubleshooting, and proactive detection * Why a one-for-one swap is not enough, and how zero trust at the access layer and OT visibility with Cyber Vision improve resilience and scale

Reimagining Fan Engagement with Presidio Captivate

As live sports, entertainment, and digital media continue to converge, broadcasters and content owners are under pressure to deliver more personalized and immersive experiences. The traditional one-size-fits-all broadcast model no longer meets the expectations of modern fans. This week, host Allec Brust is joined by Neerav Shah, Managing Principal of Industry Solutions at Presidio, and Jason Dvorkin, Head of Industry Specialist Business Development at AWS. Together, they explore Presidio Captivate, a modular cloud-based platform that helps organizations unlock new ways to deliver, personalize, and monetize content across sports and media. They discuss how teams, leagues, universities, and content owners are using Captivate to expand reach, improve engagement, and create new revenue streams through automation, real-time analytics, and custom experiences. In this episode: * How shifting viewer behavior is changing the fan experience * What it takes to turn archived or in-venue footage into digital content * How personalization supports NIL deals, betting platforms, and international fan engagement

AI, Observability, and the Future of Digital Resilience

As digital infrastructure grows more complex, organizations are under pressure to gain clearer visibility into how their systems are performing—and whether they’re secure. With Cisco’s acquisition of Splunk and Presidio’s recent acquisition of Kinney Group, the focus is shifting toward proactive observability and practical AI adoption. This week, host Allec Brust is joined by Jim Kinney [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jkkinney/], founder of Kinney Group and leader of Presidio’s Splunk Solutions Practice, and Cory Minton [https://www.linkedin.com/in/coryminton/], Field CTO of Splunk Practice at Cisco. Together, they break down how these shifts are helping teams apply data more effectively and move from reactive repair to proactive care. In this episode, we discuss: * How Splunk supports real-time monitoring of critical digital systems * What proactive observability looks like in practice * The role of machine learning and AI in managing large-scale data environments * How programs like Atlas help teams reduce complexity and speed up results As mentioned in the episode, make sure to accelerate your cloud journey with Presidio Explores at presidio.com/explores-fso [https://presidio.com/explores-fso].

Sports Betting and Gaming: Surging Users and Rapid Revenue Growth

The sports betting industry is booming, with 100% year-over-year revenue growth. How can platforms scale to meet surging end-user engagement while sustaining this rapid momentum? In this episode, the team at Presidio explores the tech and innovation driving transformation in this high-stakes sector. This week, host Allec Brust sits down with Presidio experts—Jay Donovan [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jay-donovan-9b990623/], National Client Executive of Betting and Gaming, and Roger Sherwood [https://www.linkedin.com/in/rogsherwood/], Practicing Director for TMEGS—to discuss the remarkable growth of the sports betting and gaming industry. They dive into the technical and regulatory challenges shaping the sector’s evolution, from navigating obstacles to scaling platforms during peak game events. Discover how the TMEGS practice leverages innovative cloud solutions to stabilize platforms, process millions of transactions, and fuel ongoing growth in one of the world’s fastest-growing industries. In this Episode: * How Presidio’s PRISM solution offers guaranteed discounts on compute consumption from hyperscale cloud providers. * The legal hurdles in states where sports betting remains illegal or highly restricted, and how growth strategies can unlock the industry’s full potential. * Insights from streaming platforms like Netflix, including chaos engineering and building systems designed to handle high-density user activity