On this episode of Masters of Data, we're joined by Eric Avery, Sumo Logic's head of infrastructure and data, to break down data pipeline management: efficiently moving massive data volumes from multiple sources to one usable location. We explore how pipelines fuel analytics and AI, the role of data transformation, and where OpenTelemetry fits in. Eric shares insights from processing 3.5 exabytes daily and how AI has reignited excitement around data. We also cover pipeline security, the shift from data lakes to AI-powered platforms, and practical digital security tips.

An overview of the new Sophos Firewall Configuration Viewer - a standalone, browser-based tool that converts firewall configurations into a clear, human-readable format, enhancing your viewing, auditing, documentation, and comparison capabilities. All data is processed locally, so your information remains 100% private. Ask questions and get expert answers in the Sophos Community.

Multi purpose devices such as Flipper Zero support security audits through radio, infrared and bluetooth testing, while also enabling garage door opens and other abuse. Some countries ban these tools outright and treat them as malicious, yet the real issue sits with intent, in the same way a weapon in the wrong hands becomes a problem. ⸻ For more information about us or if you have any questions you would like us to discuss email podcast@razorthorn.com. We give our clients a personalised, integrated approach to information security, driven by our belief in quality and discretion..

This week on the podcast, we discuss OpenClaw, the open source chatbot that has exploded in popularity since launching late last year, and some of the risk it introduces to organizations. Before that, we chat about Ring's Super Bowl advertisement that caused a stir before ending with a Google Threat Intelligence Group report on advanced threat actor AI usage.