In this episode of Tech Innovators Spotlight, host Chad Merck and co-host Lauren Hutchinson sit down with Coursera CTO Mustafa&nbsp;Furniturewala&nbsp;to explore how AI is reshaping education at a global scale. Mustafa shares why Coursera’s mission to democratize learning has kept him with the company for over a decade and discusses how the organization fosters a culture of experimentation to drive innovation. He breaks down Coursera’s rapid adoption of generative AI, the creation of Coursera Coach, new capabilities in personalized and hands-on learning, and the expansion of translated and AI-dubbed content to reach more learners worldwide.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;In This Episode You Will Learn:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>How a decade inside Coursera has shaped Mustafa’s perspective on building at scale&nbsp;</li><li>Why core skills like cybersecurity and data fundamentals&nbsp;remain&nbsp;essential alongside AI&nbsp;</li><li>What makes offline mobile learning critical for low-connectivity regions&nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;Some Questions We Ask:&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>What does a culture of experimentation look like at Coursera?&nbsp;</li><li>How does Coursera think about partnerships, including Microsoft?&nbsp;</li><li>What role will Coursera play in the changing education landscape?&nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Resources:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mustafaf/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">View&nbsp;Mustafa Furniturewala on LinkedIn</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/hutchinsonlauren/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">View Lauren Hutchinson on LinkedIn</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/chadmerck/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">View Chad Merck on LinkedIn&nbsp;</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Related Microsoft Podcasts:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li><a href="https://msthreatintelpodcast.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Microsoft Threat Intelligence Podcast</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li><a href="https://afternooncybertea.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Afternoon Cyber Tea with Ann Johnson</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li><a href="https://aka.ms/hybridpodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Microsoft Hybrid Cloud Partners Podcast</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Discover and follow other Microsoft podcasts at<a href="https://news.microsoft.com/podcasts/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">&nbsp;microsoft.com/podcasts</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Curiosity, Experimentation, and Learning in the AI Era 

In the first episode of Season 2, host Chad Merck and co-host Marc-André Groulx sit down with Sal Khan, founder and CEO of Khan Academy, to explore how AI is transforming the classroom. Sal shares the story of Khan Academy’s evolution from tutoring his cousins to empowering millions of learners worldwide, and how its AI-powered tutor,&nbsp;Khanmigo, is redefining personalized education. They discussed&nbsp;responsible AI in schools, the future of teaching, and how the partnership with Microsoft is enabling Khan Academy to offer free, world-class tools to teachers globally. Sal also offers a glimpse into&nbsp;what’s&nbsp;next, from the Khan Academy Reimagined platform to innovations in writing, assessments, and early learning.&nbsp; &nbsp;In This Episode You Will Learn:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>The ways Microsoft’s partnership is expanding access to Khan Academy worldwide&nbsp;</li><li>Why Sal believes AI can make teachers more valuable, not replace&nbsp;them.&nbsp;</li><li>The challenges and opportunities of bringing AI safely into schools&nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;Some Questions We Ask:&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>What has&nbsp;remained&nbsp;constant at Khan Academy as the platform has scaled?&nbsp;</li><li>How did you approach the challenges of working directly with school systems?&nbsp;</li><li>What have you learned about how students&nbsp;engage best&nbsp;with AI tools?&nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Resources:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/khanacademy/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">View Sal Khan on LinkedIn</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/marc-andre-groulx/?originalSubdomain=ca" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">View Marc-André Groulx on LinkedIn</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/chadmerck/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">View Chad Merck on LinkedIn&nbsp;</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Related Microsoft Podcasts:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li><a href="https://msthreatintelpodcast.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Microsoft Threat Intelligence Podcast</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li><a href="https://afternooncybertea.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Afternoon Cyber Tea with Ann Johnson</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li><a href="https://aka.ms/hybridpodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Microsoft Hybrid Cloud Partners Podcast</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Discover and follow other Microsoft podcasts at<a href="https://news.microsoft.com/podcasts/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">&nbsp;microsoft.com/podcasts</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Sal Khan on Reimagining Education with AI

In this season finale of Tech Innovator Spotlight, host&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/vrushalisoni/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Vrushali Soni</a>&nbsp;and co-host&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/darrick-dj-johnson-li/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">DJ Johnson</a>&nbsp;sit down with&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kunal-mukerjee-1714b8/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Kunal Mukerjee</a>, VP of Architecture at&nbsp;DocuSign&nbsp;for an insightful conversation on innovation, AI, and the future of digital agreements. Kunal reveals DocuSign’s evolution from a trusted e-signature platform to a full-scale, intelligent agreement lifecycle partner. He discusses how AI-powered features like&nbsp;custom data extractions,&nbsp;Chat with Data, and&nbsp;AI Assistant Review&nbsp;are transforming how organizations create, analyze, and manage contracts. Looking ahead, Kunal shares a bold vision: AI as a strategic advisor that proactively&nbsp;identifies&nbsp;risks, reveals cost-saving opportunities, and automates complex legal workflows. Built securely on Microsoft Azure and OpenAI technologies, DocuSign’s purpose-built AI offers the trust, compliance, and scale required by global enterprises—positioning it as a leader in the future of intelligent agreements.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;In This Episode You Will Learn:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>Why domain&nbsp;expertise, trust, and security are critical differentiators in DocuSign’s AI strategy&nbsp;</li><li>The story of IAM (Intelligent Agreement Management) and the real-world problem it solves&nbsp;</li><li>How custom data extractions using LLMs allow users to surface bespoke insights from contracts&nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;Some Questions We Ask:&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>What’s DocuSign’s vision for incorporating agentic AI into its offerings?&nbsp;</li><li>How does DocuSign plan to evolve agent capabilities while ensuring compliance and security?&nbsp;</li><li>Why is full automation not always practical or advisable in high-stakes agreement scenarios?&nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Resources:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kunal-mukerjee-1714b8/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">View Kunal Mukerjee on LinkedIn</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/darrick-dj-johnson-li/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">View DJ Johnson on LinkedIn</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/vrushalisoni/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">View Vrushali Soni on LinkedIn</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Related Microsoft Podcasts:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li><a href="https://msthreatintelpodcast.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Microsoft Threat Intelligence Podcast</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li><a href="https://afternooncybertea.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Afternoon Cyber Tea with Ann Johnson</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li><a href="https://aka.ms/hybridpodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Microsoft Hybrid Cloud Partners Podcast</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Discover and follow other Microsoft podcasts at<a href="https://news.microsoft.com/podcasts/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">&nbsp;microsoft.com/podcasts</a>&nbsp;

Scaling Trust: DocuSign’s AI-Powered Evolution

In this episode of Tech Innovators Spotlight, host&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/vrushalisoni/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Vrushali Soni</a>&nbsp;welcomes&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/seansturman/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sean Sturman</a>, Azure Specialist at Microsoft, and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/shing-tao-a796b61/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Shing Tao</a>, CEO and&nbsp;Chairman&nbsp;of Remark AI. Together, they explore how Remark AI is using computer vision to transform industries—from construction and manufacturing to aviation and agriculture. Shing shares how his company is delivering real-world impact with AI, from fire detection on job sites to turbine inspections and even facial recognition for pigs. He also unpacks the shift from passive analytics to intelligent agents that&nbsp;take action—like dispatching emergency services or handling multilingual customer support. His advice to businesses:&nbsp;start&nbsp;small, prove value fast, and build AI&nbsp;partnerships&nbsp;that scale.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;In This Episode You Will Learn:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>How Remark AI is applying computer vision to transform physical spaces across industries&nbsp;</li><li>Why computer vision is a more scalable AI solution than generative AI&nbsp;</li><li>The huge potential for AI to improve 311 call response and public safety&nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;Some Questions We Ask:&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>How has Remark AI’s product changed in the last few years with AI innovation?&nbsp;</li><li>Can you share how Remark AI is helping the agriculture industry?&nbsp;</li><li>What should sellers listen for when talking to customers to identify potential AI solutions?&nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Resources:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/shing-tao-a796b61/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">View Shing Tao on LinkedIn</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/seansturman/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">View Sean Sturman on LinkedIn</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/vrushalisoni/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">View Vrushali Soni on LinkedIn</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Related Microsoft Podcasts:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li><a href="https://msthreatintelpodcast.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Microsoft Threat Intelligence Podcast</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li><a href="https://afternooncybertea.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Afternoon Cyber Tea with Ann Johnson</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li><a href="https://aka.ms/hybridpodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Microsoft Hybrid Cloud Partners Podcast</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Discover and follow other Microsoft podcasts at<a href="https://news.microsoft.com/podcasts/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">&nbsp;microsoft.com/podcasts</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

From Construction to Aviation: Remark AI’s Precision Impact 

In this episode of Tech Innovators Spotlight, host <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/vrushalisoni/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Vrushali Soni</a> welcomes <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/blakebrannon/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Blake Brannon</a>, Head of Product, and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ojasrege/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ojas Rege</a>, General Manager of Privacy and Data Governance of OneTrust. They dive into the evolving landscape of data privacy, compliance, and AI governance, exploring how OneTrust helps organizations navigate complex regulations like GDPR while ensuring responsible data use. Blake and Ojas discuss the global challenges of data management, the shift from companies "owning" consumer data to individuals having control, and how AI adds new layers of complexity to privacy and security.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;In This Episode You Will Learn:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>How regulations like GDPR changed the way companies handle user data&nbsp;</li><li>The operational shift from legal paperwork to actively managing data governance&nbsp;</li><li>Why companies need to prioritize privacy to build strong customer relationships&nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;Some Questions We Ask:&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>How has the landscape evolved with multiple privacy regulations worldwide?&nbsp;</li><li>How does OneTrust help manage the complexity of global privacy laws?&nbsp;</li><li>What does responsible data usage mean, and how do companies navigate what is acceptable?&nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Resources:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/blakebrannon/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">View Blake Brannon on LinkedIn</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ojasrege/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">View Ojas Rege on LinkedIn</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/vrushalisoni/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">View Vrushali Soni on LinkedIn</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Related Microsoft Podcasts:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li><a href="https://msthreatintelpodcast.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Microsoft Threat Intelligence Podcast</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li><a href="https://afternooncybertea.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Afternoon Cyber Tea with Ann Johnson</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li><a href="https://aka.ms/hybridpodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Microsoft Hybrid Cloud Partners Podcast</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Discover and follow other Microsoft podcasts at<a href="https://news.microsoft.com/podcasts/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> microsoft.com/podcasts</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

OneTrust - Pioneering Data Governance in the World of AI

In this episode of Tech Innovators Spotlight, host&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/vrushalisoni/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Vrushali Soni</a>&nbsp;and co-host&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/raquelcummins/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Raquel Gallivan</a>&nbsp;from Microsoft welcome&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/anandpkulkarni/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Anand Kulkarni</a>, CEO of&nbsp;Crowdbotics, to discuss the critical role of AI-powered modernization in transforming legacy code. Anand explains how&nbsp;Crowdbotics&nbsp;is tackling the challenge of migrating outdated mainframe systems, like COBOL, into modern cloud frameworks. With billions of dollars wasted on failed modernization efforts, he breaks down the scale of the issue, the risks of inaction, and how AI can bridge the gap by efficiently understanding and updating legacy systems.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;In This Episode You Will Learn:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>How AI accelerates the migration of legacy systems to modern cloud frameworks&nbsp;</li><li>The cost of inaction: what happens when businesses delay modernization&nbsp;</li><li>What the future of AI-driven software modernization looks like&nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;Some Questions We Ask:&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>What security measures do you have in place to protect customers' code and data?&nbsp;</li><li>Why did you choose to partner with Microsoft, and what has the journey been like so far?&nbsp;</li><li>What is&nbsp;Crowdbotics' role in making modernization more efficient and preventing this waste?&nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;Resources:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/anandpkulkarni/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">View Anand Kulkarni on LinkedIn</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/raquelcummins/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">View Raquel Gallivan on LinkedIn</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/vrushalisoni/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">View Vrushali Soni on LinkedIn</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Related Microsoft Podcasts:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li><a href="https://msthreatintelpodcast.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Microsoft Threat Intelligence Podcast</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li><a href="https://afternooncybertea.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Afternoon Cyber Tea with Ann Johnson</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li><a href="https://aka.ms/hybridpodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Microsoft Hybrid Cloud Partners Podcast</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Discover and follow other Microsoft podcasts at<a href="https://news.microsoft.com/podcasts/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">&nbsp;microsoft.com/podcasts</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Crowdbotics’ AI Revolution for Code Modernization 

In this episode of Tech Innovators Spotlight, host <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/vrushalisoni/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Vrushali Soni</a> and co-host <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ahalawani/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ahmed Halawani</a> welcome <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/august-allen-a8239841/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">August Allen</a> to explore the cutting-edge world of AI-powered drug discovery with Enveda Biosciences. August Allen, CTO of Enveda, breaks down how the company is leveraging AI and mass spectrometry to unlock nature’s vast, untapped reservoir of medicinal molecules. With 99% of nature’s chemistry still undiscovered, Enveda’s innovative approach aims to accelerate drug discovery and bring new treatments to market faster than traditional methods. August also discusses PRISM, their collaboration with Microsoft, and how machine learning is revolutionizing the way scientists decode the "grammar of chemistry" for groundbreaking medical advancements.&nbsp; &nbsp;In This Episode You Will Learn:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>How AI and machine learning are revolutionizing drug discovery&nbsp;</li><li>Why nature-derived compounds may lead to safer and more effective medicines&nbsp;</li><li>How Microsoft's partnership with Enveda is driving innovation in pharmaceutical research&nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;Some Questions We Ask:&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>Does using natural ingredients make drug development faster?&nbsp;</li><li>Can you explain mass spectrometry in simple terms?&nbsp;</li><li>AI is a big part of Enveda. How has it shaped the company since 2019?&nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Resources:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ahalawani/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">View Ahmed Halawani on LinkedIn</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/august-allen-a8239841/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">View August Allen on LinkedIn</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/vrushalisoni/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">View Vrushali Soni on LinkedIn</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Related Microsoft Podcasts:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li><a href="https://msthreatintelpodcast.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Microsoft Threat Intelligence Podcast</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li><a href="https://afternooncybertea.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Afternoon Cyber Tea with Ann Johnson</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li><a href="https://aka.ms/hybridpodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Microsoft Hybrid Cloud Partners Podcast</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Discover and follow other Microsoft podcasts at<a href="https://news.microsoft.com/podcasts/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> microsoft.com/podcasts</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Download the <a href="https://aka.ms/TIS-S01E07-Transcript" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Transcript</a>

AI Meets Nature: Enveda’s Future of Drug Discovery 

In this episode of Tech Innovators Spotlight, host <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/vrushalisoni/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Vrushali Soni</a> and co-host <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/raquelcummins/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Raquel Gallivan</a> welcome <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinafoster/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Justin Foster</a>, CTO of Forescout, to discuss cybersecurity, risk management, and the evolving role of AI in security. Justin shares how Forescout provides asset visibility, threat management, and compliance solutions across industries like healthcare, finance, and government. He highlights the company's partnership with Microsoft and their use of Azure and AI-driven threat detection. The conversation explores how AI-powered automation enhances security operations, improves compliance, and simplifies reporting for analysts and executives.&nbsp; In This Episode You Will Learn:&nbsp;&nbsp; <ul><li>The role AI plays in automating security operations and summarizing risk assessments&nbsp;</li><li>Why network visibility is crucial for detecting rogue devices and preventing cyber threats&nbsp;</li><li>The benefits of using Azure for cloud security, automation, and global scalability&nbsp;</li></ul> Some Questions We Ask:&nbsp; <ul><li>How does Forescout leverage Azure and Microsoft security solutions to enhance its offerings?&nbsp;</li><li>What are some of the key reasons Forescout chose Microsoft as a strategic partner?&nbsp;</li><li>What excites you the most about the future of AI in cybersecurity, and what’s next for Forescout?&nbsp;</li></ul> Resources:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/raquelcummins/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">View Raquel Gallivan on LinkedIn</a>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinafoster/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">View Justin Foster on LinkedIn</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/vrushalisoni/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">View Vrushali Soni on LinkedIn</a>&nbsp;&nbsp; <a href="https://www.forescout.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Forescout – Manage cyber risk and mitigate threats, continuously.</a>&nbsp; Related Microsoft Podcasts:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <ul><li><a href="https://msthreatintelpodcast.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Microsoft Threat Intelligence Podcast</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li><a href="https://afternooncybertea.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Afternoon Cyber Tea with Ann Johnson</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li><a href="https://aka.ms/hybridpodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Microsoft Hybrid Cloud Partners Podcast</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul> &nbsp;&nbsp;Discover and follow other Microsoft podcasts at <a href="https://news.microsoft.com/podcasts/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">microsoft.com/podcasts</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Download the <a href="https://aka.ms/TIS-S01E06-Transcript" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Transcript</a>

Microsoft  & Forescout: A Powerful AI Security Partnership

In this episode of Tech Innovators Spotlight, host <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/vrushalisoni/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Vrushali Soni</a> is joined by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ed-abbo-5291a4/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ed Abbo</a>, Chief Technology Officer and co-founder of C3.ai, to explore how the company is revolutionizing enterprise AI. Ed breaks down C3.ai’s expansive portfolio—spanning asset performance management, supply chain optimization, law enforcement, and even defense—showcasing how their pre-built AI applications drive efficiency, reduce downtime, and create real economic value for industries worldwide. From partnering with giants like Shell and Dow to deploying AI solutions in weeks rather than years, Ed shares insights into what makes C3.ai a market leader in enterprise AI innovation. Plus, he reveals the story behind the company's name and how its tech stack has evolved since 2009.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;In This Episode You Will Learn:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>The industries C3.ai serves, including manufacturing, energy, government, and financial services&nbsp;</li><li>How C3.ai rapidly deploys AI applications in as little as 12 weeks for maximum economic impact&nbsp;</li><li>Why supply chain AI is critical for demand forecasting, production scheduling, and supplier risk management.&nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;Some Questions We Ask:&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>What are the key factors that guide your innovation strategy?&nbsp;</li><li>Can you explain the portfolio of products you offer?&nbsp;</li><li>How do you measure success and decide where to innovate?&nbsp;</li></ul> &nbsp;Resources:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ed-abbo-5291a4/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">View Ed Abbo on LinkedIn</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/vrushalisoni/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">View Vrushali Soni on LinkedIn</a>&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Related Microsoft Podcasts:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li><a href="https://msthreatintelpodcast.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Microsoft Threat Intelligence Podcast</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li><a href="https://afternooncybertea.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Afternoon Cyber Tea with Ann Johnson</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li><a href="https://aka.ms/hybridpodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Microsoft Hybrid Cloud Partners Podcast</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Discover and follow other Microsoft podcasts at<a href="https://news.microsoft.com/podcasts/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> microsoft.com/podcasts</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Download the <a href="https://aka.ms/TIS-S01E05-Transcript" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Transcript</a>

Scaling AI in Weeks, Not Years: The C3.ai Playbook 

Join us on an exhilarating journey through the cutting-edge world of AI innovations with Microsoft and our top tech partners! Each episode is your exclusive backstage pass to riveting conversations with c-suite leaders from the brightest companies, as we uncover how they're leveraging AI and Microsoft Azure to drive their success.&nbsp;Whether you're a seasoned tech enthusiast or just curious about the future of technology, this podcast is your go-to source for inspiration and insights. Tune in to discover the impressive value propositions of our guests' products and learn how AI is transforming industries across the globe.&nbsp;

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