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CloudCents is the podcast that bridges the world of cloud infrastructure and the emerging technologies of Fintech. With the innovation the world of technology is experiencing, and at the fastest pace in human history, understanding these concepts is more important than ever. CloudCents helps inform listeners on the intersection of these areas, with insights from Jack and interviews with the industry leaders that are shaping the new digital age. As Chief Economist at UCX and a frequent CNBC contributor as your host, Jack will help CloudCents to explore the different sides of the Cloud marketplace and its effects on the world of finance, retail, and technology. CloudCents – conversations on everything cloud and fintech.
You can’t hack what you can’t see. In the latest CloudCents episode, Jack explores data security vulnerabilities with featured guest, Brent Allen, founder of AppKey Cloud. Brent explains how companies can bridge security gaps by going passwordless.
In the latest CloudCents episode, Jack talks to Drew Schlussel, Director of Product Marketing at Wasabi – a fast-rising cloud storage company. Drew talks about the rapid shifts in the world of data that are being influenced by the new changes in workplaces globally.
In the latest CloudCents episode, Jack talks to Drew Schlussel, Director of Product Marketing at Wasabi – a fast rising cloud storage company. Drew talks about the rapid shifts in the world of data, that are being influenced by the new changes in workplaces globally.
The pandemic gave us a punch in the gut by making it clear that innovation is a necessity.
Inspired by it, Jack and our featured guest, Tim Monner, VP of Marketing and Business Development at Steadfast, talk about the solution that helps keep the systems going and business rolling.
In the big fight of password VS passwordless, we must finally admit that in 2021 we should let go of our “123bang!” passwords. Today’s featured guest, Brent Allen, founder of AppKey Cloud, drives the point home by explaining how passwords are the biggest vulnerability of a business and how going passwordless can save both time and reputation.
Staff is working from home, companies are in shambles, and vendor-reseller relationships are turning sour. But what if there was a viable solution for companies looking for a better, simpler, and centralized way to manage their network of resellers and distributors?
In the latest CloudCents, Jack discusses a Forbes article that describes the 3 must-have IT skills needed for every enterprise. What might sound basic are, in reality, very difficult and complex skill sets requiring quality training and education to develop the expertise essential for survival in today’s IT world.
In the latest CloudCents, Jack talks about the recent developments around the introduction of 5G. The next generation of wireless technology, enabled by Cloud, will create a paradigm shift in many industries. Jack focuses on four industries which will be severely disrupted.
In the latest CloudCents, Jack explores the subject of disaster recovery and the many related services with a thought leader in the industry, Jason Snook, from Quorum. Jason explains, in simple terms, the TRUE mission of disaster recovery and the need for a holistic approach to business continuity and seamless recovery with no downtime.
In the latest CloudCents, Jack talks about the top service providers in the industry and the fact that they are starting to shift some of the business towards services. The recent acquisition of Red Hat by IBM could be the landscape shift which will force the large players to move to more flexibility. A multi-cloud environment will soon be a necessity for every enterprise.
In the latest CloudCents, Jack discusses a recent conversation with a nationally known cloud security expert who asked to remain anonymous. He explained the four top expectations for security in the coming year and, after taking extensive notes, Jack gives the listeners an insightful summary of what to watch for.
In the latest CloudCents, Jack discusses an article published in Businessworld about the top 8 areas of focus for cloud computing in the next year. He digs into each area and provides listeners with his commentary on the need for prioritization. Whether it’s the need for a Multi-Cloud environment or cloud security concerns, Jack hits all the pain points which are being addressed by the industry.
Build what the Real Market Needs Be Flexible Remember your employees and co-workers are Human! Overcome, Adapt, Improvise! Don’t Fear Competition Know your core competency
Jack explores each topic and gives listeners his insights and uses his past experiences as a guide.
In the latest CloudCents, Jack interviews David Carman, Co-founder of FinTank and BNC, Business Network Chicago. David talks about the role of FinTank and the fintech scene in the Windy City. Jack and David Cover everything from crypto to AI and a few topics in between.
In the last CloudCents for the year, Jack gives his four major predictions for the cloud in 2019. He covers each prediction with the insight and analysis which is his trademark. Don’t miss his look at the future of cloud.
Jack brings Emmanuel Amuzie, manager of Channel Partner Relationships at V2 Cloud, on the latest CloudCents to discuss the use of solutions like V2 in the Cloud Desktop Workspace. Jack and Emmanuel also discuss the cost of spinning up machines and the need for small businesses to recognize their specific needs.
In a special report on CloudCents, Jack gives the listeners the four important lessons from the move in the price of Bitcoin. Jack brings his market knowledge to the podcast and gives the listener certain insights into the markets structure that might not be known.
In the latest CloudCents, Jack shares an announcement made by a major exchange and central bank (SGX Singapore Exchange and MAS Monetary Authority of Singapore) about the settlement of tokenized assets. This announcement, which went largely unnoticed, was a huge step towards standardizing the use of Blockchain Technology and cryptocurrencies.
In the latest CloudCents, Jack talks about an article and speech given by Ray Dalio, Chairman and founder of Bridgewater Associates ( one of the largest hedge funds in the country) about the 5 most important roles in building a successful team. It becomes apparent that the roles, Mr. Dalio highlights, are the same regardless of the business but seem to resonate with the Fintech community.
Karl Scott from Satori consulting and the OMG cloud working group stops by to discuss the four major pain points for cloud adoption. Institutions are having a difficult time handling the architecture, migration, security and services needed. Jack and Karl go in-depth into each issue and search for answers.
Melvin Petties, CEO of Blockhive, stops by the studio and talks with Jack about the role of community around blockchain Technology. Aside from being a prolific writer and accomplished speaker, Melvin shares his thoughts on the role collaboration takes in the implementation of any technology, let alone blockchain. Don’t miss this informative and energetic discussion.
The great people at Gartner Research put out an article earlier this year which projected IT spending on Cloud services to eclipse $1.3T by the year 2024. Jack discusses solid planning, which is the common theme among all his interviewees, and the reason behind the need for a on-demand, pay-as-you-go pricing model for the cloud.
In the latest CloudCents, Jack explores the use of blockchain, specifically Smart contracts, which are enabled by cloud technology. Jack talks about the transactional accuracy along with all the other benefits of using smart contracts in the world of commodity trading. The prediction: Smart contracts will be the way all commodities are transacted in the years to come.
Jack examines a piece released by CenturyLink which talks about the myths behind Cloud adoption. He discusses the various percentages of IT professionals who are still unclear about migration, scalability, and security. With a projected industry-wide spend of $411B by 2020, Cloud migration and adoption is fast becoming the most important part of the IT budget.
In this week’s CloudCents, Jack discusses the top 5 reasons for the financial services industry to move assets to the public cloud. He discusses the various benefits and helps rationalize the capital expenditure. This is a must for all entrepreneurs, founders and business owners thinking about, or in the middle of, migration.
In the latest CloudCents, Jack has a lively discussion with Reuven Cohen, the father of IaaS and a thought leader in the world of technology. Reuven was the founder of Enomaly which was among the first to develop a self-service IaaS. As a serial entrepreneur, Reuven is an expert commentator, he has a unique perspective, and he possesses a wealth of information.
In the latest episode of CloudCents, Jack talks with James Newson the founder and director of Sansom IT, a consultancy focusing on SMBs overseas. James gives his insights into the fast changing world of infrastructure from the UK, and the ways their business lives can be improved. He shares his vision for the future and the ‘nirvana’ in technology which he hopes to see one day.
Jack discusses infrastructure optimization and uses two well-known companies as examples. One which is going public and has used infrastructure optimization while the other is a publicly traded company which has not. With the maturation of cloud services, it seems silly that companies are not taking advantage of the free market to manage budgetary risk.
Jack takes a unique look at the benefits of cloud computing. He steals a page from Letterman and gives us his countdown on what he sees as the biggest reasons for enterprises to migrate to the cloud.
Why is the hybrid cloud experience so important? According to IDC, the cloud and infrastructure market will be over $250 Billion annually by 2021. With enterprises spending exponentially on IT, their needs related to a multi-cloud architecture strategy are expanding faster than ever. Whether it’s multi-vendor or the mixed use of on and off premises servers, the hybrid cloud will change the dynamics of infrastructure as we know it.
With a reported $62 Billion wasted on unneeded cloud services, Jack looks at the five things every enterprise can do to get the most out of the cloud solutions. From focusing on planning and execution to on-demand resourcing, Jack details the guidelines to a more efficient use of your cloud.
With the need for cloud-based services growing at an astronomical rate, we asked Adam Zeck founder and CEO of UCX to discuss both the state of the industry and the UCX solutions. UCX, the ‘Priceline’ for the cloud, gives the end users and the producers a central marketplace for refining specifications and the buying and selling of infrastructure. Zeck and his team are creating a more efficient buying experience by leveraging pricing transparency and automation to save time and money .
Jordan Jacobs, the Senior Director of Global Cloud Solutions at Veeam Software, gives Jack and the listeners the latest in the cloud space. As an insider and cloud solutions expert, working with the #1 company in enterprise data protection, Jordan shares his thoughts on the future of the industry and the cutting-edge technologies which will shape the next phase of its evolution.
Blockchain is important because it represents the latest in an ongoing trend towards decentralization, disruption, and disintermediation made possible because of cloud technology and infrastructure.
Who’s being disintermediated you ask? Well look no further than your friendly banker. Maybe this explains the disdain Jamie Dimon and the rest of the financial community have for crypto’s?
Bottom line: The cloud that enables blockchain transactions must be more efficient if disintermediation takes place. Not only will it change the landscape of the financial services industry, but every part of life- from buying a house, to voting, will be affected.
In this podcast, Jack describes the effects of freeing up seed capital for new ideas and concepts in tech. With Cloud buying made easier, and an increasing speed of innovation, technology will see a huge boost of capital directly from repatriation and lower corporate taxes. Regardless of politics, the race for technological superiority is now on hand. This tax reform package will help launch us into the next part of the digital age.
Jack discusses the various predictions he has made for the future of the cloud in 2018. Aside from the need for open market dynamics, Jack talks about the competition for efficiency. Among his predictions for the cloud in 2018 include:
Efficient compute usage spreads
The Hybrid Cloud will be huge
Cloud security will no longer be a concern
Containers will dominate
Big Data will help infrastructure procurement and usage
In the inaugural podcast for CloudCents, Jack gives a simple explanation to the cloud. He describes the cloud and infrastructure from a 30,000-foot view and gives listeners a basic understanding of the technology. Jack asks the question, “Is the cloud too complicated?” and discusses the emergence of transparent cloud auction platforms and cloud price discovery.
CloudCents is the podcast which bridges the world of cloud infrastructure with the emerging technologies of Fintech. With the world of technology experiencing innovation at the fastest pace in human history, understanding these concepts are more important than ever. CloudCents helps listeners with the basic knowledge needed and interviews with industry leaders who are shaping the new digital age. With Jack Bouroudjian, chief economist at UCX and CNBC contributor, as your host, CloudCents will explore the different sides of the Cloud marketplace and its effects on the world of finance, retail and technology. CloudCents, conversations about everything Cloud and Fintech.