Tech Insights with Alisha Christian
Mercury IT
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In today's rapidly evolving tech landscape, staying informed is more important than ever. "Tech Insights" by Mercury IT is your go-to podcast for expert analysis, industry trends, and actionable insights from top technology professionals.
Whether you're interested in cybersecurity, IT infrastructure, emerging technologies, or digital transformation, this podcast covers it all. Tune in to stay ahead of the curve and navigate the complexities of the tech world with confidence.
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Passwords, MFA, and Passkeys: What Your Business Actually Needs to Know
Most of us have been managing passwords for decades, and most of us are still getting it wrong. In this episode, Alisha Christian sits down with Mercury IT's cybersecurity expert Chris to cut through…
Dial-Up Modems and Big Dreams — The Mercury IT Origin Story
Before the team of 50, before two ISO certifications, before two decades of client relationships — there were just two young guys in IT who believed they could do things better. And they had the…
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A single believable story can do more damage than a thousand dodgy emails. We sit down to untangle misinformation vs disinformation and why that difference matters when you’re trying to protect…
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S2E2 AI, Sales, and the Human Touch
AI can supercharge prospecting and polish your outreach, but it won’t replace the handshake that earns real trust. We sit down with Mercury IT’s Chief Sales Officer, Sally-Ann, to unpack how sales…
S2E1 Cyber Risk at the Top: Why Boards Can’t Outsource Accountability
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S1E9 Deepfakes & Zero-Days: Cybersecurity’s Darkest Threats!
The cybersecurity landscape is evolving at breakneck speed, demanding ever-greater vigilance from organisations of all sizes. Our latest deep dive with cybersecurity expert Chris reveals three…
S1E8 Women in Tech: Breaking Barriers, Building Careers
Sally-Ann brings three decades of tech industry wisdom to this enlightening conversation about her journey from 1980s London to her current role as Mercury IT's Chief Sales Officer. Drawing from…
S1E7 Cybersecurity Made Simple: SMB 1001 for Your Business
Chris Haig, our Chief Information Security Officer, explains the new SMB 1001 certification designed specifically for small to medium businesses in Australia. This affordable, user-friendly…
S1E6 Beyond Prevention: Building Cyber Resilience
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S1E4 2025 Tech Trends: From Agentic AI to Quantum Computing
Uncover the technology trends that will define the year 2025, as we promise you a deep exploration into the future of artificial intelligence and beyond. Chris, our Chief Information Security…
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What is the true cost of a cyber breach? Today, we uncover the financial and emotional tolls that ransomware attacks can inflict on businesses. Join cybersecurity expert Chris Haigh as he shares…
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Tech Insights with Alisha Christian has published 19 episodes since September 2024, covering topics in Business, News.
Tech Insights with Alisha Christian is currently highly active with new episodes monthly. Average episode length is 30m.
