Hot-in-Tech

Most companies miss a powerful growth lever: their leadership principles. Anand Oswal, EVP at Palo Alto Networks, shares how to build bold, autonomous teams ready for the toughest cybersecurity challenges.In this episode, he breaks down how passion, clarity, and trust drive high performance. Learn why aligning every role to a clear vision fuels motivation and speed. Discover the leadership habits that spark innovation at scale, hiring for attitude, embracing experimentation, and turning failure into momentum.Anand also tackles a core problem in tech: complexity. He explains how a platform approach simplifies security, reduces risk, and accelerates execution. We dive into the future of cybersecurity in the AI era, from managing shadow AI to securing intelligent agents and staying ahead of rapidly evolving threats.Perfect for tech leaders, founders, and cybersecurity pros, this episode is packed with practical strategies to scale teams, cut through noise, and lead with confidence in an AI-driven world.With 100+ US patents and deep expertise in networking, Anand blends technical brilliance with sharp leadership insight. If you want to build a culture that adapts, innovates, and wins, this is a must-listen.

In this insightful episode, Hagit Oren, CEO of TaxRay, discusses how AI is transforming tax compliance and risk management. She shares her journey from law to AI-driven solutions, the importance of explainability in regulated spaces, and the future of domain-specific autonomous systems in tax.

In this episode, Sivan Tehila shares her journey from military service to becoming a leader in cybersecurity innovation. She discusses the shift from reactive to proactive security models, emphasizing the role of AI and machine learning in predicting and preventing threats. Sivan highlights the importance of cybersecurity education, especially for young women, and the evolving role of security analysts in an AI-driven landscape. Listeners will gain insights into the future of cybersecurity, including industry disruptions expected by 2026 and the significance of dynamic governance. Sivan's passion for fostering the next generation of cybersecurity professionals shines through, making this episode a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of technology and security.

In this episode of Hot in Tech, hosts David Leichner and Yitzy Tannenbaum sit down with Charlie Federman, partner at SilverTech Ventures, to discuss how startups can succeed in today’s rapidly evolving tech landscape.Charlie shares lessons from his decades in technology and venture capital, explaining why strong relationships, trust, and mentorship are essential to building successful companies. The conversation explores the growing impact of AI on business models, the realities of raising and deploying capital, and why resilience and capital efficiency matter more than ever for founders.They also discuss SilverTech’s founder first philosophy, the role of community in supporting entrepreneurs, and how startups can navigate shifting market conditions while building sustainable long term growth.

In this episode of hot-in-tech, hosts David Leichner and Yitzy Tannenbaum interview Tal David, CEO of Quantum Art, a pioneering quantum computing company that recently raised $100 million in a Series A round. Tal shares his background in quantum physics, government-led innovation, and applied research, and discusses how quantum computing is evolving from academic theory into practical applications. The conversation explores the rapid progress in the field, the growing interest from investors, and what it will take to reach true quantum advantage.

🔥𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝘁 𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝗲𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 $𝟭𝗕+ 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗲𝘀? 𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝗕𝗲𝗻 𝗡𝘆𝗲🔥In our latest 𝘩𝘰𝘵-𝘪𝘯-𝘵𝘦𝘤𝘩 episode, Yitzy Tannenbaum and David Leichner sat down with Benjamin Nye, six-time Forbes 𝗠𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘀 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁 investor and Managing Partner at Venture Guides, who has helped launch and scale eight companies that reached $𝟭𝗕+ 𝘃𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀.Ben has helped build category-defining companies including LinkedIn, Docusign, Rapid7, and IBM SevOne. What makes his perspective especially powerful is his optimism grounded in real experience. After multiple technology cycles, he sees enormous opportunity ahead, especially for founders building with intention rather than hype.Three ideas that stood out:• Every new technology wave creates space for entirely new category-defining companies• The strongest founders win by obsessing over customers and building exceptional teams around a clear mission• AI is enabling a new generation of software companies designed from day one for speed, learning, and scaleIf you are serious about customers, building exceptional teams, and thinking big, Ben would love to hear from you at Venture Guides.

From founding Israel’s first NASDAQ-listed software company to shaping the next generation of founders, David Assia shares hard-earned insights on building companies, spotting real innovation, and understanding what’s coming next in technology.

In this episode of Hot in Tech, David Colombo shares his unconventional journey from a young Tesla hacker to the founder of Alaris Security. He discusses the transition from technical curiosity to making a global impact in cybersecurity, the advantages of non-traditional paths for founders, and the importance of communication in tech. David also explores the future of AI in cybersecurity, the challenges of operationalizing new technologies, and the need for innovation over imitation in AI solutions.

In this kickoff episode, Yitzy Tannenbaum and David Leichner introduce Hot-in-Tech, a podcast focused on real conversations with the people shaping technology. They share what they’re building, why now is the moment, and how the show cuts through noise to focus on what actually matters.