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The Future of High-Speed Encryption | Post-Quantum Security Explained | Melissa Chambers - Sitehop

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2164233/open_sms] In this episode of Secure Insights, we’re joined by Melissa Chambers, CEO and Co-Founder of Sitehop, to explore what the next generation of high-performance, crypto-agile security really looks like. As cyber threats become more sophisticated and networks demand greater speed, traditional software-based encryption is increasingly struggling to keep up. Melissa shares why latency, bottlenecks, and future quantum risks are forcing organisations to rethink how they secure data in motion. At the heart of the conversation is Sitehop’s hardware-first approach to encryption. Built on FPGA-powered technology, their SAFE Series is engineered to deliver sub-microsecond latency while supporting high-throughput environments without compromising security. We discuss the practical implications of post-quantum readiness, the role of hardware acceleration in enhancing SD-WAN and NGFW performance, and why crypto-agility is becoming a board-level priority rather than just a technical consideration. Melissa also reflects on her journey as a deep tech founder, scaling complex hardware products from concept to commercialisation, and advocating for greater representation of women in STEM. This episode is a deep dive into the engineering challenges behind high-speed encryption. Catch up with Melissa on Linkedin here [https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissachambers/] Catch up with James on LinkedIn here [https://www.linkedin.com/in/lets-talk-cyber-talent/]

AI Runtime Assurance: Securing Autonomous Systems at Scale with Tim Schulz & Carl Hurd @ Starseer

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2164233/open_sms] In this episode of Secure Insights, James is joined by Tim Schulz, Cofounder & CEO of Starseer, and Carl Hurd, CTO & Cofounder, to explore how organisations can make AI systems safe, reliable, and operational in the real world. With backgrounds spanning national security, AI red teaming, vulnerability research, and embedded security, Tim and Carl bring deep technical expertise and a clear mission to make advanced AI understandable and trustworthy. They discuss the rise of AI Runtime Assurance, why traditional security models fall short for autonomous and edge systems, and how detection engineering and AI DevOps must evolve to support real-world deployment. Starseer’s approach unifies validation, monitoring, optimisation, and rapid remediation into a single control plane helping organisations move from experimental AI to operational AI with confidence. This episode breaks down complex AI security challenges into practical insights for leaders navigating the future of AI-driven systems. Reach out to Tim on Linkedin here [https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-schulz/] Rach our to Carl on Linkedin here [https://www.linkedin.com/in/carl-hurd/]

AI Meets Cloud Remediation: Marina Segal on the Future of Cloud SecOps with Tamnoon

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2164233/open_sms] In this episode of Secure Insights, James sits down with Marina Segal [https://www.linkedin.com/in/segalmarina/], CEO and Co-Founder of Tamnoon, to explore how AI is transforming cloud security and why remediation is the real battleground. Tamnoon is an AI-powered cloud remediation platform that combines cutting-edge automation with experienced CloudPros to help organizations quickly and safely fix cloud risks. They’ve recently launched Tami, their new Cloud SecOps agent, designed to reduce exposure without slowing down engineering teams. Marina shares the origin story behind Tamnoon and the gap they saw in the market: security tools were excellent at detecting misconfigurations, but far less effective at resolving them. Drawing on her experience she explains how Tamnoon blends human expertise with AI-driven automation to ensure remediation is accurate, compliant, and production-safe. The conversation dives into the realities of operating in the AI-powered security space, the evolution of Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM), and what the future of Cloud SecOps looks like. For CISOs, security leaders, and cloud-native teams, this episode offers practical insight into how to reduce risk while enabling teams to move fast and innovate securely. Connect with Marina on Linkedin here [https://www.linkedin.com/in/segalmarina/] Connect with Tamnoon on Linkedin here [https://www.linkedin.com/company/tamnoon.io/]

Fixing Open Source Risk Without Slowing Developers Down | Chris Hertz, Heeler

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2164233/open_sms] In this episode of Secure Insights, James is joined by Chris Hertz, co-founder and CEO of Heeler to unpack one of the biggest and most underestimated risks in modern software development: open-source security. The conversation looks at why traditional approaches to managing open-source libraries often create more noise than clarity, leaving teams buried in alerts while real risk goes unresolved. Chris shares how combining static analysis, runtime context, and automated remediation changes the way organisations think about open-source vulnerabilities shifting the focus from volume to what’s actually exploitable and worth fixing. Chris also draws on his experience founding and scaling multiple venture-backed technology companies, including leadership roles at DivvyCloud and New Signature, to discuss how security teams and developers can work more effectively together as organisations grow. This episode is a practical listen for engineering leaders, security teams and founders who want a more realistic way to manage risk without slowing development down.

Why Compliance Is Breaking Security Teams | Anas Amer, Co-Founder Hoplon Ai

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2164233/open_sms] In this episode of Secure Insights, James speaks with Anas Amer, co-founder of Hoplon AI, about the day-to-day realities of running security inside growing organisations.  With a background spanning SOC, compliance, and risk, Anas brings a practical perspective shaped by years of working directly with teams who are trying to keep up with increasing demands and limited resources. They talk openly about the challenges many businesses face but don’t always articulate: complex tech environments, no dedicated security function, messy compliance requirements, and attackers who are becoming faster and more sophisticated. Anas shares what he sees repeatedly when advising organisations across different sectors, from where security efforts commonly fall short to what actually helps teams regain control without adding unnecessary friction. The conversation stays focused on people and decisions rather than products. It looks at how leaders can approach security in a way that supports growth, reduces pressure on already stretched teams, and creates a more realistic path to maturity. A useful listen for anyone responsible for security, risk, or operations who wants a clearer view of what “good” really looks like in practice. Get in touch with Anas on LinkedIn here  [https://www.linkedin.com/in/anas-amer-75426437/] Find out more about Hoplon Ai here [https://hoplon-ai.com]