Foley & Lardner’s Innovative Technology Insights podcast focuses on the wide-ranging innovations shaping today’s business, regulatory, and scientific landscape. With guest speakers who work in a diverse set of fields, from artificial intelligence to genomics, our discussions focus not only on the legal implications of these changes but also on the impact they will have on our daily lives.
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Privacy Podcast Ep Four: The Blur Between Privacy and Security with Aaron Tantleff, Jennifer Urban and Peggy Smedley from "The Peggy Smedley Show"
In this episode of Foley's Privacy Week series, Foley & Lardner’s Aaron Tantleff and Jennifer Urban sit down with Peggy from The Peggy Smedley Show, to unpack the seismic shift happening inside modern enterprises: the once‑separate worlds of privacy and security are rapidly converging. Together, they explore why CISOs and CPOs can no longer operate in silos, how emerging technologies and new regulations are reshaping their responsibilities, and why organizations are increasingly struggling to justify why they collect data — not just how they protect it.
28 Jan 2026
Privacy Podcast Ep Three - State of Confusion: Navigating the U.S. Privacy Law Maze
In this Privacy Week episode, Foley attorneys Samuel D. Goldstick and Alex Misakian unpack the increasingly complex patchwork of U.S. state consumer privacy laws and what it means for companies operating nationwide. They break down why organizations are facing “privacy confusion” as more states enact their own laws, each with unique thresholds, exemptions, definitions of “sale,” treatment of sensitive data, and timelines for responding to consumer requests.
The episode explores two practical compliance approaches — the “race to the top” model and the “different strokes” jurisdiction‑specific framework — and highlights where businesses may benefit from a hybrid strategy. The attorneys also flag emerging litigation risks under older statutes like CIPA and the VPPA, which continue to surprise even well‑prepared organizations.
Clear, candid, and actionable, this episode offers guidance for companies building or refining privacy programs in a rapidly shifting regulatory landscape.
27 Jan 2026
PRIVACY PODCAST EPISODE TWO: A Practical Guide to Risk Assessments and Automated Decision-Making Requirements
In this episode, we break down the core elements of risk assessments and automated decision‑making (ADM) requirements under evolving privacy laws. Our experts walk through what businesses must evaluate, how ADM triggers new compliance obligations, and the practical steps organizations can take to prepare. Whether you’re building a privacy program or refining an existing one, this episode offers clear, actionable guidance to help you stay ahead of regulatory expectations.
26 Jan 2026
PRIVACY PODCAST EP ONE: A Practical Guide to the New CCPA Regulations
In this episode, Foley privacy attorneys, Steve Millendorf and Gabe Wild, break down California’s newly adopted CCPA regulations and what they mean for organizations navigating evolving compliance obligations. The discussion offers a practical, plain‑language overview of the cybersecurity audit requirements, risk assessment mandates, automated decision‑making rules, and key timelines businesses must prepare for. Listeners gain actionable guidance on how to assess applicability, manage phased implementation, mitigate operational challenges, and strengthen documentation before enforcement ramps up. Whether you're new to California privacy requirements or updating an existing program, this episode delivers a clear roadmap for staying ahead of the latest regulatory changes.
17 Dec 2025
Data Centers: The Role of AI and Semiconductors in Transforming an Industry
The data center boom is more than an industry trend; it is a structural shift in how technology is delivered and consumed. For businesses, investors, and legal professionals, understanding this ecosystem is essential. Those who adapt quickly will help shape the future of AI.
7 Feb 2024
S2E5: Heejae Lim of TalkingPoints AI
Heejae Lim, Founder/CEO at TalkingPoints, joins Natasha Allen to discuss artificial intelligence as a force for good. While discussion surrounding the intersection of education and AI has focused on negative impacts, how can recent advances help facilitate better outcomes for students? Why is it important for teachers and parents to see AI as an ally instead of an adversary?
13 Dec 2023
S2E4: Chris Rezendes of Context Labs
Chris Rezendes, Chief Business Officer at Context Labs, joins Chris McKenna to discuss how digitalization can help companies achieve their climate goals. How is the use of data changing for energy producers and users? Where do Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) and blockchain technologies fit into efforts to improve transparency and disclosure?
9 Nov 2023
S2E3: Aaron Erickson of NVIDIA
Aaron Erickson from NVIDIA joins Natasha Allen to share his perspectives on where generative artificial intelligence is heading. How are LLMs evolving beyond natural language to incorporate multimodal inputs e.g. images, sound, video, or even taste and smell? What are some of the new economic models being developed for AI tools? And are we primed to see a trend towards bespoke models designed for specific organizations?
16 Aug 2023
S2E2: Parna Sarkar-Basu of Brand and Buzz Marketing
Parna Sarkar-Basu, CEO of Brand and Buzz Marketing, joins Paige Moscow to discuss the pivotal role a founder's market credibility plays in propelling startups to success. How does it impact the fundraising process? Why should companies with technical innovations care about their brands? What value is there to putting a human face to a startup?
13 Jul 2023
S2E1: Colorado and Connecticut Data Privacy Laws Update
Jennifer Urban and Samuel Goldstick sit down to discuss the newest states with data privacy laws that went into effect on July 1, 2023: Colorado and Connecticut. How do these compare to existing regulations such as the California Privacy Rights Act and Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act? Which tenets will have the most impact? And what can organizations not in compliance do to meet these new requirements?
22 Jun 2023
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21 Jun 2023
S1E6: Michelle Miller of the High Desert Discovery District
Michelle Miller, Founder of the High Desert Discovery District (HD3), joins Natasha Allen for a wide-ranging discussion about New Mexico’s under-the-radar startup scene, her work with innovative AgTech company Innate Immunity, and how to bridge the financing gap for entrepreneurs pioneering technologies with long development cycles.
3 May 2023
S1E5: Peter Prettenhofer of DataRobot
Peter Prettenhofer, VP of Engineering for DataRobot, joins Pavan Agarwal for a discussion on generative artificial intelligence and its disruptive potential. What exactly is generative AI? Where does it fit within the broader field of AI research? How will owners of large data sets be able to leverage the recent advances in capabilities?
25 Jan 2023
S1E4: Ann Jordan of ASQ
Ann Jordan, CEO of ASQ, joins Natasha Allen for a discussion on digital transformation and the so-called Fourth Industrial Revolution - Which industries are adapting the quickest? What barriers are regions around the world encountering? And how does setting quality standards fit into this transition?
6 Dec 2022
S1E3: David Sloan
David Sloan, Chief Technology Officer for Microsoft Worldwide Public Sector, joins Christopher McKenna and Natasha Allen for an in-depth discussion about hyperscale cloud computing. What is it and how did it power the rapid digital transformation during the COVID-19 pandemic? How does it differ from “standard” cloud computing and what benefits does it offer by comparison? Where does it intersect with areas of investment such as artificial intelligence and cybersecurity?
10 Nov 2022
S1E2: Jeff Elton
Jeff Elton, CEO of ConcertAI, joins Natasha Allen for an insightful discussion on the growing intersection of health care and artificial intelligence - What are the areas of medicine that stand to benefit the most from AI? How will this adoption assist in addressing health disparities? Where are the potential ethical pitfalls? And what can companies do to prepare their enterprises for this change?
26 Sept 2022
S1E1: Mark Dredze
Mark Dredze, Associate Professor of Computer Science at Johns Hopkins University and Bloomberg research scientist, joins Natasha Allen for an in-depth discussion on the new age of Artificial Intelligence: What are the trends in AI today? How will these developments intersect with regulatory frameworks? And what can companies do to embrace AI as it transforms the business landscape?
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