Killing IT Podcast

Topic 1: The "Big Four" IT buisinesses grilled by Congress. Will there be any real aftermath to these hearings, or is this all just political showmanship? CEOs from Apple, Amazon, Facebook, and Google were grilled by Congress. We discuss what this might mean (or not)....

Topic 1: Tech VC funding down and moving sideways (not up) due to the pandemic. Funding for new ventures is being affected by the recession and the circumstances surrounding the pandemic. The change in money makes sense, but the response to social distancing is a new...

Another fun show! Please give us your feedback. And share it if you love it! We start with a couple of major stories and finish with an eye on the future. Topic 1: EU says their privacy laws are not being enforced appropriately in the U.S. To make that point, a random...

Topic 1: AI - Take One: Fighting Covid on mass transit In Barcelona's subway system, AI is helping regulate airflows to fight the spread of Covid. Of course, that has implications for other diseases and other mass transit. We discuss what this means for you. Links:...

Topic 1: Regulations are real in Louisiana. Now moving to a city and state near you. Also, check out the new page on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3011459202301532 (MSP Regulation and Legislation). Topic 2:Face-changing technology . . . with a nod to what...

Topic 1: Limit AI Research before it happens? Wired reports that an AI algorithm that "predicts" criminality based on a facial recognition is drawing ire. Meanwhile, some AI experts are calling to stop this line of research altogether....

Our sponsor today is PC Matic - Thank you! More info at https://pcmatic.com/msp -- -- -- Topic 1: Coming boom for freelancers? Part of the rhythm of the economy is that economic downturns result in new opportunities. This time, the question is, will this help...

Special Note: This week's podcast is brought to you by our friends at Third Tier. For more information, visit www.ThirdTier.net. Topic 1: IBM and Amazon get out of facial recognition Major companies are backing away from developing and working with facial recognition...

We have a bit of a theme going through all three of today's topics: Education. Topic 1: Google Classrooms - too meager? In case you haven't seen it, here is "Google Classroom." https://edu.google.com/products/classroom/?modal_active=none Google Classroom is super low...

Recorded LIVE at the SMB Online Conference! (Conference attendees can see and listen to all four topics in the Conference downloads area.) Topic 1: Where do we stand on burrito delivery? Update on our year-old bet: Will your pizza (or burrito) be delivered first by...

Check out the "Killing IT Reading List" at https://killingit.smallbizthoughts.com. Topic 1: Virtual Events -- what you want to see A different kind of discussion here. Would you rather rush out from quarantine to a channel-focused event, or maybe a sporting event, a...

Topic 1: Community Rant - Helping your clients with finances. We cannot believe that there are "experts" recommending that you lower your rates, forgive debts, and be the financial support for your clients in the rough times ahead! Just because someone bought time on...

We start with a nerdy technology catch-up. Topic 1: The Channel Gets a Boost We all know that there's been a spike in spending as the first response to the big stay-at-home orders. So most tech companies have seen a good influx of cash. We recommend that you consider...

We're staying positive in our home offices. But we've all got lots of online activity scheduled. Mentioned: Dave and Sharon's how-to video on hosting a virtual party: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vwt6hYdwUD8 and how to be a good guest at a virtual party:...

Karl's out this week in Cambodia, so Dave and Ryan are the hosts this week. Topic One: ChannelPro State of the Channel Info ChannelPro released their "State of the Channel" report. Dave and Ryan focus in on a few key data points. Number one is, who is a managed...

Topic 1: Cloud Neutrality You've heard of Net Neutrality. This is pretty much the same thing, with the premise that access to the cloud suffers the same potential problems. Dave's favorite quote: "It would be as though Ford, GM, and Toyota had built the Interstate...