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Technology is reshaping society—but how are users included in the conversation? The Brave Technologist explores how emerging technologies like artificial intelligence, machine learning, and Web3 are influencing our lives, our choices, and our collective future. Unlike many tech podcasts that focus on hype and disruption, this show puts users at the center of the conversation. Each episode features thoughtful discussions with technologists working to ensure that innovation serves the public interest. How are these tools impacting users? And how can we ensure that technology is developed with transparency, accountability, and the public good in mind? We're going deep with fo...
Based on 6 episodes we listened to · September 2026
Luke Malks turns conversations with technology practitioners into accessible accounts of how AI, security, privacy, and digital systems work in practice.
The Brave Technologist follows emerging technology into the places where it becomes operational. Luke Malks interviews engineers and executives about browser security, financial AI, creative work, smart cities, blockchain, and freelance marketplaces, repeatedly steering the…
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A risk-focused conversation about how AI can unsettle careers, economic belonging, and the meaning of work.
This episode of The Brave Technologist approaches AI anxiety as more than a jobs story. Dr. Maha Aziz, a professor in NYU's International Relations Program and a risk and foresight expert advising the World Economic Forum, looks at displacement through the lens of occupational…
A clear, grounded look at how browser extensions can create security risk that familiar device protections may miss.
Browser security sits at the center of The Brave Technologist's conversation with Ora Shedd, co-founder and CEO of LayerX Security. Shedd lays out how extensions can slip past familiar endpoint defenses, then follows the Cyberhaven breach, where a phished support email allowed…
A grounded case for treating AI governance as infrastructure when AI-produced insights may shape human decisions.
This episode frames AI governance less as a late-stage compliance exercise than as part of how intelligent systems should be built. Joseph Ning argues that trust depends on design choices inside the system itself, linking traceability and human supervision to whether…
A clear look at how Hyatt balances guest personalization, strict data safeguards, and a culture of experimentation.
Hyatt's move into generative AI for customer engagement is framed around a hard privacy line: guest data is not fed into models, personal data is anonymized, and hotel staff see only what a specific guest need requires.
A Lenovo engineer links modular AI systems with smart cities, privacy, and technology's public responsibility.
Lenovo's AI agenda comes through as more than a product roadmap from a noisy AI Summit in New York. Dr. Jeff Esposito, an engineering lead at Lenovo with over 40 patent submissions in generative AI, moves from the Hive Transformer and Edgeguard to quantum computing and…
A grounded look at how AI may shift freelance work toward managing tools and measuring outcomes.
Andrew Rabinovich treats the future of freelance work as a practical problem: what changes when AI agents sit between people, clients, and the work itself?
A sober look at AI trust, compliance, and decentralized finance.
The episode keeps its focus on AI trust where it matters most: finance, compliance, and the cost of being wrong. It uses precision, recall, false positives, false negatives, and the confusion matrix to make that case concrete, then widens out to blockchain and decentralized…
Markets, macro, AI, and crypto in motion.
Daily AI news through the lens of trust, infrastructure, and real-world deployment.
This episode explores the relationship between traditional finance (TradFi) and decentralized finance (DeFi) stablecoins, discussing regulatory impacts, risks, and ecosystem integration.
This episode features an interview with Chasity Murphy, a former U.S.
This episode explores how Billions Network's universal human and AI network uses mobile-first identity verification to enhance digital trust and privacy in an era of increasing AI agent coexistence online.
This episode features former Green Beret Scott Mann discussing how Signal was used in Operation Pineapple Express to evacuate Afghan allies and its applications in disaster management and special operations.
This episode features an interview from the Rare Evo conference discussing the evolution of DeFi from tech-driven to user experience-focused, barriers to mainstream adoption, and solutions like Layer 2 and platforms such as Matcha.
This episode features an interview with crypto creator Wendy Oh discussing interoperability in crypto, financial literacy, privacy concerns, barriers to access, and advice for women entering the space.
This episode explores how Ergatta uses AI and game-based design to create engaging, personalized fitness experiences that drive long-term habit formation.
This episode features an interview with Elyse Neal discussing leadership strategies for AI adoption, cultural challenges in business transformation, and the evolving role of HR in the AI era.
This episode features an interview with Leah Price from Tin Man AI discussing their outcome-based pricing model for AI in mortgage lending and its potential to transform enterprise adoption.
This episode features cybersecurity and AI automation expert Angels Menendez discussing the intersection of AI, cybersecurity tools, and enterprise automation with host Luke Maltz.
This episode features an interview with former CIA officer John Kiriakou discussing his whistleblowing on the CIA's torture program, the balance between privacy and national security, and the ethical implications of surveillance technology.
This episode features an interview with Jonathan Mann, a musician who has written and shared an original song every day for 17 years, discussing his journey, use of Web3 and NFTs, and his creative process.
This episode features Kapil Gupta discussing how generative AI can be effectively integrated into enterprise workflows with proper governance to ensure trust and adoption while creating magical user experiences.
This episode features an interview with Shafiq Khourashy, a senior mobile AI game developer at the New York Times, discussing game development for legacy brands like the NBA and New York Times, focusing on innovation, accessibility, and consumer behavior.
This episode features Maggie Love discussing SheFi's mission to onboard women into Web3 through education, partnerships with Brave, and community building in decentralized spaces.
This episode features an interview with Charles Hoskinson discussing his vision for blockchain technology's role in re-architecting money and extending human life through innovations like the Midnight Network and anti-aging research.
This episode explores how AI is transforming electric vehicle charging technology, featuring an interview with Diego Pareschi from ABB eMobility about current challenges, innovations, and the future of EV adoption.
This episode explores how Golfin is using crypto and Web3 technologies to make golf more accessible and rewarding for traditional players through a platform that blends technology, community, and rewards.
This episode features an interview with Anton Kramkin, founder of Sleepagotchi, discussing how his app uses gamification and Web3 incentives to improve sleep habits, including insights on user behavior, ethics, and monetization.
This episode features an interview with Yamel Yardi, co-founder of Decentraland, discussing the development of decentralized virtual worlds, their impact on human connection, and ethical considerations with AI.
This episode discusses the present-day reality of AI-enabled threats like deepfakes, the underestimated risks organizations face, and practical steps to improve cybersecurity as a strategic priority.
This episode features an interview with Daniela Barbosa from the Linux Foundation discussing the role of LF Decentralized Trust in advancing open-source blockchain and Web3 technologies for enterprise applications.
This episode features an interview with Jimmy Sekertan, CTO of JustWin, discussing his background in privacy-safe neural networks, his work at Brave, and how AI can help small businesses win government contracts.
This episode explores how Unstoppable Domains is revolutionizing digital identity through blockchain technology, discussing its applications in AI, privacy, and healthcare.
This episode explores the vision for an open, intelligent internet where specialized AI agents enhance daily life through transparent, user-aligned systems.
This episode discusses the Genius Bill's potential impact on stablecoin innovation and adoption, featuring insights from fintech experts on regulatory shifts and compliance challenges.
This episode explores how memes can drive change, the importance of privacy for freedom, and how Zcash uses zero-knowledge proofs to enhance digital anonymity.
This episode features an interview with Ryan Rugg, Global Head of Digital Assets at Citibank, discussing Citi's efforts to bridge Web2 and Web3 through tokenized solutions like Cititoken Services for 24/7 liquidity and payment systems.
This episode features an interview with Sean Cahir, CEO of Brainship, discussing neuromorphic computing, the company's Akita AI processor, and applications in health tech, automotive, and consumer electronics.
This solo episode discusses the evolving tech landscape in 2025, focusing on AI, crypto, regulatory changes, and updates from Brave Software.
This episode features an interview with Mark, Chief Strategy and Marketing Officer of the Algorand Foundation, discussing Algorand's unique blockchain technology, decentralization efforts, and strategies for achieving mainstream crypto adoption.
This episode discusses the hidden integration of Web3 technology in mainstream gaming, focusing on how platforms like the Mythos Project enable millions of users to trade assets without realizing they're using blockchain.
This episode features an interview with AI safety investigator Asaf Kipnis about how online safety has evolved over the past decade, current scam tactics, and the role of regulation in improving digital security.
This episode features an interview with AI pioneer Manoj Saxena discussing how autonomous AI agents are creating a 'second workforce' that will fundamentally transform organizational structures and the future of work.
This episode features Andrew Pelikas, CEO of Klanosaurs, discussing how his viral Nobody's Sausage brand and Claynosaurz project are leveraging web three technology to build frictionless digital collectibles and entertainment franchises reaching millions of followers.
This episode features an interview with Bri Teresi discussing digital sovereignty, protecting creator freedom, and the intersection of cryptocurrency, personal liberty, and financial education.
This episode features Anna Yuan discussing how stablecoins with built-in yield could transform everyday spending and address trust issues in blockchain technology.
This episode features authors Bhavesh Mehta and Mahesh Kumar discussing their book 'AI First Leader' and exploring the hidden risks of AI through the fictional Nova Bridge chatbot failure case study.
Elizabeth Hansen discusses grassroots advocacy for digital assets, focusing on how communities can shape crypto policy through political engagement and legislation.
This episode features an interview with SEC Commissioner Hester M.
This episode discusses the growing institutional adoption of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum through ETFs, and explores the massive potential of tokenizing real-world assets as a $500 trillion market opportunity.
This episode features an interview with Liz Zaborowska discussing the challenges of AI adoption, including resistance, fears, and misconceptions, and how to overcome them through proper training, policies, and fostering collaboration.
This episode features Jack Perchick, a founding engineer at Pinecone, discussing how the company is democratizing access to vector database technology for building AI-powered search and recommendation systems.
This episode of the Brave Technologist podcast features an interview with privacy expert Debbie Reynolds discussing how changing consumer expectations for data privacy affect families, especially parents managing their children's online presence.
This episode introduces tokenized finance, focusing on stable coins and how crypto innovations are becoming scalable for everyday users through regulatory and technical advancements.
This episode explores zero-knowledge proofs and their applications in enhancing digital privacy, identity, and AI verification through an interview with Horizon Labs co-founder Rob Viglione.
Andrew Rabinovich, Upwork's Head of AI, discusses how AI agents will transform the freelance economy by turning workers into orchestrators who manage AI tools.
This episode explores how Zach Guzman's community-owned media company Coinage uses NFTs and DAOs to reshape the creator economy through co-op models and fan collaboration.
James Massa from JPMorgan Chase discusses building trust in AI, comparing it to hiring trustworthy humans.
This episode of The Brave Technologist features host Luke Malks interviewing John K.
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An interview with a cybersecurity expert discussing browser-specific security risks, habits to reduce risk, and emerging threats from agentic AI.
An interview with Joseph Ning about AI governance, trust, and decision-making in institutions.
Host Luke Malks interviews Roshana Purnian about leveraging generative AI and data platforms to enhance customer engagement in the hospitality industry.
An interview with Dr.
Alan Musawi, chief data scientist for the New York City Council, describes using machine learning and retrieval-augmented generation to search tens of thousands of legislative ideas for duplicates.
Chris Gant, chief growth officer at Input Output, explains how Cardano-related infrastructure, Midnight Network, and AI could converge around privacy-preserving digital transactions.
On The Brave Technologist, Luke Malks interviews Daniel Hulme, WPP’s Chief AI Officer and Citalia CEO, about marketing, creativity, privacy, and autonomous AI.
Luke Malks interviews Kai Zenner, Head of Office and Digital Policy Advisor for MEP Axel Voss, about the EU AI Act, GDPR enforcement, and ePrivacy policy.
Brave's Answer with AI combines summaries from billions of web pages with conventional search links, rather than replacing search entirely.
Host Luke Malks interviews Steve Kinnard about Texas's role in AI innovation, policy, and the intersection of AI with the energy sector.
This episode discusses Brave's privacy features, ad blocking, and the impact of Chromium Manifest V3 on ad blocking, featuring internal team members.
Host Luke Malks interviews Proton CEO Andy Yen about privacy vs.
An interview with law professor Anupam Chander discussing digital sovereignty, AI's impact, Section 230, and tech regulation.
This episode discusses how mainstream brands like PepsiCo use Web3 technologies such as NFTs and the Metaverse to enhance customer loyalty and navigate the shift to a privacy-focused internet.