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Send us a textEpisode SummaryIn today’s episode, AI Safety Initiative Chair at Cloud Security Alliance, Caleb Sima, joins Matt to talk about some of the myths surrounding the quickly evolving world of AI. With two decades of experience in the cybersecurity industry, Caleb has held many high-level roles, including VP of Information Security at Databricks, CSO at Robinhood, Managing VP at CapitalOne, and Founder of both SPI Dynamics and Bluebox Security.Today, Caleb talks about his inspiring career after dropping out of high school, dealing with imposter syndrome, and becoming the Chair of the CSA’s AI Safety Initiative. Is AI and Machine Learning the threat that we think it is? Hear about the different kinds of LLMs, the poisoning of LLMs, and how AI can be used to improve security. Timestamp Segments· [01:31] Why Caleb dropped out high school· [06:16] Dealing with imposter syndrome.· [11:43] The hype around AI and Machine Learning.· [14:55] AI 101 terminology.· [17:42] Open source LLMs.· [20:31] Where to start as a security practitioner.· [24:46] What risks should people be thinking about?· [28:24] Taking advantage of AI in cybersecurity.· [32:32] How AI will affect different SOC functions.· [35:00] Is it too late to get involved?· [36:29] CSA’s AI Safety Initiative.· [38:52] What’s next? Notable Quotes· “There is no way this thing is not going to change the world.”· “The benefit that you're going to get out of LLMs internally is going to be phenomenal.”· “It doesn't matter whether you get in now or in six months.” Relevant LinksLinkedIn: Caleb Sima Resources:Skipping College Pays Off For Few Teen Techiesllm-attacks.orgThe future of cloud security.Simplify cloud security with Prisma Cloud, the Code to Cloud platform powered by Precision AI.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.
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