Cloud Security, AI Strategy, and the Case for Critical Thinking

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Cloudy with a Chance of Insights

Richard Hogan, David Rowley and Cyrus Irandoust

25 episodes

6 days ago

Introducing our fortnightly podcast, your guide to Microsoft's Cloud portfolio! Dive deep into the world of Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, Dynamics 365, and Microsoft Security with us. Our mission is to deliver engaging and insightful discussions that empower cloud practitioners and organisations to maximise their investment in Microsoft Cloud technologies. Tune in for expert insights, practical tips, and enjoyable conversations that make navigating the Microsoft ecosystem a breeze.

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Cloud Security, AI Strategy, and the Case for Critical Thinking | EP18

Cloudy with a Chance of Insights

50 minutes 13 seconds

2 months ago

Cloud Security, AI Strategy, and the Case for Critical Thinking | EP18

In this episode, the team explores Microsoft’s evolving cloud strategy through the lens of security, AI, and architectural shifts.

Key Topics:

Azure Network Security Perimeter: A modular approach to securing individual resources rather than entire networks.
Linux OS Guard: Microsoft’s push to make Linux a first-class citizen in Azure, with secure boot and VTPM-backed trust.
Satya Nadella’s Mission Reframing: A cultural and strategic pivot toward AI and security as Microsoft’s core priorities.
Microsoft Graph Terraform Provider: Cyrus explains the significance of zero-day support and full lifecycle management across Microsoft 365 and Entra.
Terraform VS Code Extension: A refreshed tooling experience for infrastructure-as-code practitioners.
Secure Futures Initiative (SFI): Richard outlines new consumer-facing patterns and practices for security-by-default architecture.
Copilot UI Frustrations & Stop Button: A practical discussion on usability and token management.
Critical Thinking in AI: The team reflects on the importance of user discernment in an AI-driven world.

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CHAPTERS:

00:00 Introduction to Cloud Insights
01:33 Exploring Azure Network Security Perimeter
06:48 Linux OS Guard and Microsoft's Role
13:31 Satya's Mission Reframing and AI Focus
20:38 The Future of Work and AI's Impact
22:35 Navigating the Future: Staying Relevant in a Changing Market
25:50 Terraform Acquisition: A Game Changer for Microsoft Technologies
36:08 Secure Futures Initiative: Microsoft’s Commitment to Security
42:24 User Feedback Mechanisms: Evolving Communication with Microsoft

LINKS:
Azure Network Security Perimeter

Azure Linux with OS Guard

Recommitting to Our Why, What, and How

Announcing MSGraph Provider Public Preview and the Microsoft Terraform VSCode Extension

SFI Patterns and Practices