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Punit Bhatia | Data Privacy, Sourcing & EU AI Act Specialist | ISO Standards

The FIT4Privacy Podcast dives into data privacy and the evolving EU AI Act, offering expert insights on ISO standards, GDPR, and digital trust. Join host Punit Bhatia as he explores privacy laws and EU regulations through conversations with industry leaders, delivering actionable advice and thought leadership for privacy professionals and technology enthusiasts alike. Top Ranked by Feedspot. Follow www.fit4privacy.com/podcast and https://growskills.store/?utm_source=podcast

  1. 3 days ago

    AI Agents and Compliance Opportunity Without Losing Control E173

    What if AI could monitor your compliance controls 24/7 more consistently than any team ever could? KEY MOMENTS    1:50  What are AI agents and why should business leaders care?  5:24  Is that agent or limited capability agent?  8:13  Is that the dimension this agent can go to?   13:50  How can AI agents help?  22:30  How to handle risks when it comes to AI agents?  26:24  Dislike in the journey of entrepreneur    In this episode of the FIT4Privacy Podcast, Punit Bhatia speaks with Richa Kaul, CEO of ComplYant, to unpack what AI agents really are and what they are not. They clarify the difference between true agentic AI and simple “call-and-response” tools, and explore how AI agents are transforming governance, risk, and compliance (GRC).    This conversation goes beyond hype to offer practical, enterprise-ready insights on using AI responsibly in compliance.    👉 Listen now and rethink how AI can support smarter, continuous compliance.  ABOUT THE GUEST  Richa Kaul is the Founder and CEO of Complyance, a privacy and compliance platform that helps companies simplify data protection and regulatory requirements. A seasoned leader in data privacy and governance, Richa is known for translating complex compliance challenges into practical, scalable solutions for modern businesses.    ABOUT THE HOST     Punit Bhatia is one of the leading privacy experts who works independently and has worked with professionals in over 30 countries. Punit works with business and privacy leaders to create an organization culture with high privacy awareness and compliance as a business priority. Selectively, Punit is open to mentor and coach privacy professionals.      Resources & Links    Guest Links  Richa Kaul  • LinkedIn:   https://www.linkedin.com/in/richa-kaul/  https://www.linkedin.com/company/complyancehq  • Website: https://www.complyance.com/      Grow Skills (Privacy Courses & Insights)  • Courses: https://growskills.store/courses/  • Insights: https://growskills.store/insights/   • Website: https://growskills.store/    FIT4Privacy  • Website: https://www.fit4privacy.com  • Podcast: https://www.fit4privacy.com/podcast  • Blog: https://www.fit4privacy.com/blog  • YouTube: http://youtube.com/fit4privacy    Punit Bhatia  • Website: https://www.punitbhatia.com    Books   • Be Ready for GDPR  • AI & Privacy – How to Find Balance  • Intro to GDPR  • Be an Effective DPO

  2. Season 7, Episode 173 Trailer

    Real Use Cases of AI Agents

    Real Use Cases of AI Agents    AI in compliance beyond theory. What can AI agents really do? In this episode from the FIT4Privacy Podcast, we move from concepts to concrete use cases highlighting how AI agents are already transforming compliance into practice. From continuous 24/7 control monitoring to automating third-party risk assessments, the shift is clear. No more periodic checks. No more chasing vendors. Instead, organizations gain continuous oversight, deeper insights, and real risk visibility. The conversation also highlights an important transition: compliance teams moving from operational tasks to strategic decision-making. 👉 Listen to see how AI agents are turning compliance into a proactive, continuous function.    Resources & Links  Guest Links  Richa Kaul  • LinkedIn:   https://www.linkedin.com/in/richa-kaul/  https://www.linkedin.com/company/complyancehq  • Website: https://www.complyance.com/    Grow Skills (Privacy Courses & Insights)  • Courses: https://growskills.store/courses/  • Insights: https://growskills.store/insights/   • Website: https://growskills.store/    FIT4Privacy  • Website: https://www.fit4privacy.com  • Podcast: https://www.fit4privacy.com/podcast  • Blog: https://www.fit4privacy.com/blog  • YouTube: http://youtube.com/fit4privacy    Punit Bhatia  • Website: https://www.punitbhatia.com    Books   • Be Ready for GDPR  • AI & Privacy – How to Find Balance  • Intro to GDPR  • Be an Effective DPO

  3. 27 Aug

    AI Power, Threats & Responsibility E172

    What does responsible AI look like in practice? In this episode, we explore AI governance, AI risks, ethical AI, and how businesses can use artificial intelligence responsibly to create value without losing trust.  KEY MOMENTS     02:33 What is the current state of AI?  06:32 What are the biggest AI risks and threats?  11:00 How can AI become a force multiplier?  15:17 What is the Global AI Association?  18:00 How to connect with the guest    In this episode of the FIT4Privacy Podcast, host Punit Bhatia speaks with Pasquale Falconio from the Global AI Association about responsible AI, AI governance, generative AI, and the real business impact of artificial intelligence. They discuss where AI stands today, what makes AI risky, and how organizations can adopt AI in a way that is ethical, practical, and trustworthy. You will learn why AI itself is not the problem, why governance and human oversight matter, and how AI can support people as a super-assistant instead of replacing them. If you are interested in responsible AI, AI ethics, AI regulation, digital trust, or business transformation with AI, this conversation offers practical insights you can apply immediately. 🎧 Listen now to discover how to use AI responsibly, manage AI risks, and unlock the value of artificial intelligence for business and society. If this episode helps you, subscribe to FIT4Privacy for more conversations on privacy, AI governance, and responsible innovation.    ABOUT THE GUEST  Pasquale Falconio was born in Italy and holds dual Italian and French citizenship. He currently resides in Nice, France. He holds a Master’s degree in Electronic Engineering, obtained in Rome, along with a Master’s in Innovation and a Master’s in Innovation and Entrepreneurship earned at HEC in Paris. Over the past years, Pasquale has specialized in machine learning and generative AI. He currently works for a leading company in data management and machine learning. His professional experience spans multiple countries, including Italy, Spain, Germany, and France, and covers a wide range of sectors such as satellite technology, media and broadcast industries and IT solutions for Life Science, in service and commercial-oriented roles.    ABOUT THE HOST     Punit Bhatia is one of the leading privacy experts who works independently and has worked with professionals in over 30 countries. Punit works with business and privacy leaders to create an organization culture with high privacy awareness and compliance as a business priority. Selectively, Punit is open to mentor and coach privacy professionals.     Resources & Links    Guest Links  Pasquale Falconio  • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pfalconio/     Grow Skills (Privacy Courses & Insights)  • Courses: https://growskills.store/courses/  • Insights: https://growskills.store/insights/  • Website: https://growskills.store/    FIT4Privacy  • Website: https://www.fit4privacy.com  • Podcast: https://www.fit4privacy.com/podcast  • Blog: https://www.fit4privacy.com/blog  • YouTube: http://youtube.com/fit4privacy    Punit Bhatia  • Website: https://www.punitbhatia.com    Books   • Be Ready for GDPR  • AI & Privacy – How to Find Balance  • Intro to GDPR  • Be an Effective DPO

  4. Season 7, Episode 172 Trailer

    What are the real AI threats

    What are the real threats of AI and are we looking in the wrong direction? In this episode, we cut through hype and science fiction to focus on the risks that are already here today. From large-scale misinformation and deepfakes to hidden bias in decision-making systems, AI is amplifying impact at a speed and scale we’ve never seen before. We also explore why the biggest danger isn’t the technology itself but how it’s used. When AI systems lack transparency, when biased data goes unchecked, and when regulation struggles to keep up, the consequences can affect everything from hiring and healthcare to trust in institutions. But this conversation goes beyond fear. It reframes from the debate: AI is like a powerful tool; its impact depends entirely on who uses it, how, and for what purpose. 👉 Tune in to the full episode to understand the real AI risks and how we can use this technology responsibly to create value without compromising trust.    Resources & Links  Guest Links  Pasquale Falconio  • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pfalconio/     Grow Skills (Privacy Courses & Insights)  • Courses: https://growskills.store/courses/  • Insights: https://growskills.store/insights/  • Website: https://growskills.store/    FIT4Privacy  • Website: https://www.fit4privacy.com  • Podcast: https://www.fit4privacy.com/podcast  • Blog: https://www.fit4privacy.com/blog  • YouTube: http://youtube.com/fit4privacy    Punit Bhatia  • Website: https://www.punitbhatia.com    Books   • Be Ready for GDPR  • AI & Privacy – How to Find Balance  • Intro to GDPR  • Be an Effective DPO

  5. 13 Aug

    AI Adoption, Governance, and Leadership: Why AI Success Is a People Challenge E171

    Why do so many AI projects fail to scale even when the technology works? In this episode, we explore a critical question in enterprise AI adoption: is the real barrier of technology, or is it leadership, governance, trust, and people readiness? KEY MOMENTS  00:00 Introduction  3:30 Why AI adoption assessments matter before scaling  5:46 Leadership vs. management in AI transformation  10:15 How to improve employee engagement in AI adoption  12:52 How to convince executives to support AI adoption  15:25 How many companies are investing in AI adoption  19:49 Dr. Marissa Alert’s path into AI adoption consulting  22:01 AI governance, guardrails, and responsible adoption 25:22 What MDA Wellness does and how it supports organizations    In this episode of the FIT4Privacy Podcast, host Punit Bhatia speaks with Dr. Marissa Alert, a psychologist and human-centered AI adoption expert, about one of the biggest reasons AI initiatives underperform: organizations focus on tools, but overlook people, leadership, and governance. The discussion looks at AI adoption through a practical business lens. It explains why employee trust, psychological safety, leadership alignment, and clear decision-making often determine whether AI delivers return on investment or stalls after the pilot stage. You will learn why AI training alone is not enough, how resistance and disengagement show up during transformation, and why organizations need governance, guardrails, and stronger executive sponsorship to move from experimentation to sustainable adoption. If you are leading digital transformation, planning an enterprise AI rollout, or trying to improve adoption of generative AI, this episode offers practical insights to help turn AI investment into measurable business value. ⸻  ABOUT THE GUEST  Dr. Marissa Alert is a psychologist, advisor, and human-centered AI adoption expert who helps executive teams address the behavioral, leadership, and trust barriers that slow enterprise AI adoption. She works with organizations to improve readiness, strengthen alignment, and turn AI strategy into measurable business results. Her insights have been featured in Forbes, Newsweek, Yahoo Life, and The Guardian.    ABOUT THE HOST     Punit Bhatia is a privacy expert, trainer, and mentor who works with business and privacy leaders to build strong privacy culture, improve awareness, and make compliance a business priority. He has worked with professionals in more than 30 countries and helps leaders navigate the intersection of privacy, AI, governance, and trust.    ⸻  Resources & Links    Guest Links  Marissa Alert  • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marissadalert/     Grow Skills (Privacy Courses & Insights)  • Courses: https://growskills.store/courses/  • Insights: https://growskills.store/insights/  • Website: https://growskills.store/    FIT4Privacy  • Website: https://www.fit4privacy.com  • Podcast: https://www.fit4privacy.com/podcast  • Blog: https://www.fit4privacy.com/blog  • YouTube: http://youtube.com/fit4privacy    Punit Bhatia  • Website: https://www.punitbhatia.com    Books   • Be Ready for GDPR  • AI & Privacy – How to Find Balance  • Intro to GDPR  • Be an Effective DPO

  6. Season 7, Episode 171 Trailer

    The Leadership Alignment Gap Killing AI Adoption

    Why do so many AI initiatives fail despite strong technology and investment?    In this trailer, we uncover a critical but often overlooked issue: the leadership alignment gap. When executives aren’t aligned on goals, value, and strategy, AI initiatives stall before they even begin. Teams work in silos, priorities of clash, and adoption never takes off.    But alignment at the top is only the first step. The real challenge lies on the ground where fear, uncertainty, and lack of trust can quietly undermine even the best AI strategies. Through practical insights, we explore how organizations can assess readiness, understand employee sentiment, and turn resistance into meaningful engagement. Because successful AI adoption isn’t just about technology, it’s about people, trust, and shared vision.    👉 Tune in to the full episode to learn how to bridge the alignment gap and make your AI strategy actually work in practice.    Resources & Links  Guest Links  Marissa Alert  • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marissadalert/     Grow Skills (Privacy Courses & Insights)  • Courses: https://growskills.store/courses/  • Insights: https://growskills.store/insights/  • Website: https://growskills.store/    FIT4Privacy  • Website: https://www.fit4privacy.com  • Podcast: https://www.fit4privacy.com/podcast  • Blog: https://www.fit4privacy.com/blog  • YouTube: http://youtube.com/fit4privacy    Punit Bhatia  • Website: https://www.punitbhatia.com    Books   • Be Ready for GDPR  • AI & Privacy – How to Find Balance  • Intro to GDPR  • Be an Effective DPO

  7. 30 Jul

    AI Data Tsunami: The Privacy Risks No One Talks About E170

    What is AI-generated data, and why does it matter for privacy, security, and AI governance? In this episode, we explore AI-generated data, log files, metadata, observability, compliance risks, and why organizations need more transparency, accountability, and trust in AI systems. KEY MOMENTS    00:00 Introduction  2:35 The hidden Log  5:57 What Data Shows Up  9:50 Privacy threats and how to manage  15:20 Ecosystem of Trust  25:05 How to reach Antony   In this episode of the FIT4Privacy podcast, Punit Bhatia speaks with Antony Falco about one of the most overlooked topics in artificial intelligence: the massive amount of data AI systems create every day. If you are interested in AI privacy, AI governance, data protection, cybersecurity, compliance, or enterprise technology, this conversation explains why AI-generated data deserves far more attention. The discussion covers AI-generated data, AI logs, metadata, telemetry, observability, data retention, and the hidden privacy risks created by always-on digital systems. Antony shares practical insights on how organizations can manage AI data exhaust, reduce compliance risk, and build trustworthy AI through better governance, transparency, and responsible data practices. This episode is especially relevant for privacy professionals, data protection officers, AI leaders, compliance teams, cybersecurity experts, and business leaders who want to understand the real-world impact of AI data exhaust on risk management, trust, and long-term business resilience. ⸻  ABOUT THE GUEST  Antony Falco is a seasoned technology and marketing leader with extensive experience in product marketing, customer success, and scaling technology businesses. He currently serves as Chief Operating Officer at Hydrolix, where he focuses on driving growth and operational excellence. Over the course of his career, Antony has held senior leadership roles including CMO and Head of Developer & Customer Success at thatDot, and has been instrumental in building and scaling innovative data and technology companies.     ABOUT THE HOST     Punit Bhatia is one of the leading privacy, sourcing and AI experts who works independently and has worked with professionals in over 30 countries. Punit works with business leaders to create an organization culture with high awareness and compliance as a business priority. Selectively, Punit is open to mentor and coach professionals.     ⸻  Resources & Links  Guest Links  Antony Falco  • LinkedIn:   https://www.linkedin.com/in/antonyfalco/   https://www.linkedin.com/company/hydrolix/     Grow Skills (Privacy Courses & Insights)  • Courses: https://growskills.store/courses/  • Insights: https://growskills.store/insights/  • Website: https://growskills.store/    FIT4Privacy  • Website: https://www.fit4privacy.com  • Podcast: https://www.fit4privacy.com/podcast  • Blog: https://www.fit4privacy.com/blog  • YouTube: http://youtube.com/fit4privacy    Punit Bhatia  • Website: https://www.punitbhatia.com    Books   • Be Ready for GDPR  • AI & Privacy – How to Find Balance  • Intro to GDPR  • Be an Effective DPO

  8. Season 7, Episode 170 Trailer

    The Hidden Cost of AI Data, Logs & Privacy

    We often hear that AI is data hungry but what about the massive amount of data it creates behind the scenes?    In this episode, Punit and Antony uncover the hidden side of AI: the explosion of logs, metadata, and generated data that most people never think about. Every prompt, every interaction, every automated workflow produces layers of information, much of it containing signals about behavior, intent, and even personal data.    As AI systems and agentic workflows scale, this “data exhaust” is growing into a tsunami of information bringing new challenges for privacy, security, and governance. The real risk isn’t just the data we give to AI, but the massive footprint it creates in the process. So, the key question is: Are we prepared to manage the privacy risks of AI’s hidden data layer?    👉 Tune in to the full episode to explore the unseen risks of AI data and what organizations must do to stay ahead in a privacy-first world.    Resources & Links  Guest Links  Antony Falco  • LinkedIn:   https://www.linkedin.com/in/antonyfalco/   https://www.linkedin.com/company/hydrolix/     Grow Skills (Privacy Courses & Insights)  • Courses: https://growskills.store/courses/  • Insights: https://growskills.store/insights/  • Website: https://growskills.store/    FIT4Privacy  • Website: https://www.fit4privacy.com  • Podcast: https://www.fit4privacy.com/podcast  • Blog: https://www.fit4privacy.com/blog  • YouTube: http://youtube.com/fit4privacy    Punit Bhatia  • Website: https://www.punitbhatia.com    Books   • Be Ready for GDPR  • AI & Privacy – How to Find Balance  • Intro to GDPR  • Be an Effective DPO

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The FIT4Privacy Podcast dives into data privacy and the evolving EU AI Act, offering expert insights on ISO standards, GDPR, and digital trust. Join host Punit Bhatia as he explores privacy laws and EU regulations through conversations with industry leaders, delivering actionable advice and thought leadership for privacy professionals and technology enthusiasts alike. Top Ranked by Feedspot. Follow www.fit4privacy.com/podcast and https://growskills.store/?utm_source=podcast