In this compelling episode, Dr. Dave Chatterjee engages with John Amaral, a serial entrepreneur and cybersecurity innovator, to explore how his company Root is using agentic AI to tackle one of cybersecurity’s biggest challenges—remediation delay. The conversation unpacks the dangers of security debt, the power of human-AI collaboration in patching vulnerabilities, and how organizations can evolve from reactive to proactive postures. The discussion also explores the limitations of AI, the critical role of human oversight, and the importance of aligning emerging technologies with broader risk management goals. Whether you're a CISO, a tech innovator, or a startup founder, this episode offers timely insights into the future of cybersecurity resilience. Amaral also shares candid insights into his journey from engineer to founder and provides valuable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs.

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