What if everything AI tells you about cybersecurity costs is completely wrong? The Audit crew unpacks a shocking data black hole that has infected every major AI model—plus field-tested tech that actually works.

In this laid-back Field Notes episode, Joshua Schmidt, Eric Brown, and Nick Mellum return from Gartner's CIO Symposium with insights that'll make you question your AI outputs. From discovering that the "trillions in cybercrime" statistic is pure fiction (the real number is 16.6 billion) to hands-on reviews of Starlink Mobile and Nothing earbuds, this episode delivers practical intelligence you won't find in vendor pitches.

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What happens when Apple Vision Pro meets enterprise AI? In this episode of The Audit, Alex Bratton—applied technologist and AI implementation expert—joins hosts Joshua Schmidt and Nick Mellem to reveal how spatial computing and artificial intelligence are colliding to reshape how we work. From conducting million-dollar sales meetings in virtual reality to building AI governance frameworks that actually work, Alex breaks down the cutting-edge tech that's moving faster than most organizations can keep up.

This isn't theoretical innovation—it's practical implementation. Alex shares real-world examples of pharmaceutical reps training with AI-powered virtual doctors, airlines redesigning airport gates in spatial environments, and manufacturing teams using Vision Pro for secure work on confidential documents at 30,000 feet. If you've been skeptical about AR/VR or overwhelmed by AI adoption, this conversation delivers the clarity you need to make informed decisions for your organization.

Key Topics:

• Why Apple Vision Pro is the "iPhone 1 moment" for spatial computing and what that means for enterprise security
• The three categories of AI tools: reactive assistants, task-based agents, and goal-oriented digital employees
• How to build AI governance frameworks without crushing innovation or falling behind competitors
• Real security concerns with AI tools and which vendors are actually protecting your data
• Why mid-market companies are outpacing Fortune 500s in AI adoption—and what that means for your industry
• Practical strategies for baking AI into company culture without triggering employee resistance
• The critical difference between free AI tools that steal your data and paid platforms that protect it

Whether you're a CISO evaluating AI tools, an IT director building governance policies, or a security professional trying to stay ahead of threats, this episode delivers actionable intelligence you can implement today. The AI revolution isn't coming—it's already here. The question is whether your organization will lead or get left behind.

#cybersecurity #infosec #AI #VR #AppleVisionPro

Ever wonder what the hosts of The Audit talk about when the mics are rolling but the formal interview isn't happening? This Field Notes episode gives you exactly that—unfiltered conversations covering everything from coffee preferences and glider flying to trademark scams targeting cybersecurity professionals.

Nick and Eric dive into Eric's latest aviation adventures (spoiler: gliders are apparently safer than planes with engines), share war stories about scam calls trying to exploit trademark filings, and swap tales about expensive vet visits. Plus, hear some nostalgic cybersecurity stories from the Wild West days when networks ran without firewalls and people could taste peanut butter straight from the jar at grocery stores.

Key Topics:

• Eric's glider pilot training and why it's "safer" than powered flight
• Trademark registration scams targeting IT professionals
• Coffee roasting tips from flight instructors
• Cybersecurity nostalgia: Temple University's router-only network
• Why Eric kept a scammer on the phone for 5 minutes during pickleball

Whether you're here for the cybersecurity insights or just want to know why Nick prefers Diet Coke to Coke Zero, this episode delivers the authentic conversations that happen between industry pros. Don't miss Eric's glider safety argument—it might just change your perspective on risk management.

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