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24 de jun.

How AI Will Reimagine Security: A CISO’s Perspective

In this episode, Guru Sethupathy talks with Optro CISO Richard Marcus about how AI is changing the security landscape. They discuss using AI to shift security left in software development, automate GRC tasks, and scale threat detection. They also cover new AI-driven risks, the urgency of keeping pace with attackers, and how CISOs must lead change management and reskill teams to thrive in the AI era.

24 de jun.

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16 min
28 de mai.

Agentic AI Rewrites SOX Testing

Richard Chambers sits down with Kieran Taylor, co-founder and CEO of Midship, to discuss Midship's acquisition by Optro and their agentic AI that reduces SOX testing from 16 hours to under 15 minutes. They cover how the autonomous testing engine integrates with Optro, preserves Excel workflows, produces auditable evidence, and automates up to 85% of SOX controls—especially ITGCs. The episode also explores where human judgment will remain essential, how auditors should prepare for ad hoc testing and managing AI agents, and what the future of internal audit looks like as agentic AI scales across the profession.

28 de mai.

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16 min
23 de jun.

Auditing at the Speed of AI: Inaugural Episode

In the inaugural episode of AI Governance Watch, host Guru Sethupathy welcomes Richard Chambers, a global leader in internal audit and risk, to discuss how AI is transforming audit, risk management, and corporate governance. They explore the rapid emergence of AI-driven risks and opportunities, the need for risk resilience and scenario planning, and the evolving skills auditors must develop—focusing on human judgment, curiosity, and relationship acumen. The conversation stresses culture and governance as enablers, not roadblocks, and concludes with optimism about human ingenuity while warning that organizations that ignore AI risk becoming irrelevant.

23 de jun.

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16 min
23 de jun.

How GRC builds trust for OT and IoT

In this episode Guru Sethupathy speaks with Karen Meohas, Director of GRC at Nozomi Networks, about how the company approaches AI governance across product and corporate use cases. Karen explains the difference between embedding AI into customer-facing products and using AI to increase internal efficiency, and why each requires distinct risk and governance approaches. They discuss practical steps Nozomi has taken—EU AI Act alignment, responsible AI disclosures, recurring risk assessments, and an internal AI policy—and how GRC works closely with engineering and legal to maintain transparency and streamline customer conversations. The conversation closes on accountability, incident response, and the ongoing challenge of managing expanding AI risk surfaces, with Karen emphasizing the opportunity for GRC to guide responsible, trustworthy AI adoption across the organization.

23 de jun.

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15 min
27 de abr. · Vídeo

Auditing in the Age of AI: Risks, Rewards, and Practical Steps

Richard Chambers speaks with KPMG partner Charles King about how internal audit is adapting to AI, data analytics, and emerging cyber threats. They cover practical AI use cases for audit planning, testing, and reporting, and stress the importance of curiosity, technology skills, and governance. Charles also warns about the overlooked risk of post-quantum cryptography and urges audit teams to prepare. The episode balances audit rigor with innovation and offers advice for leaders wanting to build momentum with agentic AI while maintaining professional skepticism.

27 de abr. · Vídeo

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19 min
11 de mai. · Vídeo

AI and the Future of Internal Audit

Richard Chambers interviews Anthony Pugliese, President and CEO of the Institute of Internal Auditors, on the profession's evolution over the past five years. They discuss the rapid rise of AI, the growing trend of second-line functions moving under chief audit executives, and the IIA’s advocacy and stakeholder initiatives like the Global Audit Committee Center. The episode also highlights the IIA’s Faces of Internal Audit campaign for Internal Audit Month and offers guidance for young auditors, emphasizing technology fluency and human intelligence skills as keys to future relevance.

11 de mai. · Vídeo

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17 min
31/03/2025

Understanding the risks of AI in auditing

In this insightful episode of "Speaking of Risk and Audit," Richard Chambers, Senior Advisor for Risk and Audit at AuditBoard, converses with Tom McLeod, Chief Risk Officer and Client Impact Officer for Yellow Canary. With over 35 years of experience, Tom shares his perspectives on the intricacies of risk management and how organizations can better align with audit functions to ensure efficiency and effectiveness in the ever-evolving business landscape. Together, they delve into the challenges and opportunities posed by artificial intelligence within the internal audit world. Tom narrates his initial encounters with ChatGPT and AI technology, discussing the transformative potential it holds for the profession. He further provides practical and aspirational advice for chief audit executives hesitant about adopting AI. The episode captivates the essence of being proactive in embracing technological advancements to turn existential risks into significant opportunities, drawing on Tom's extensive career experiences and strategic insight. Tune in to join Richard and Tom as they navigate the changing tide of risk and audit in the age of artificial intelligence.

31/03/2025

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31 min
13 de jan.

Audit Reports that drive action

Richard Chambers interviews Margie Bastolla, an audit report–writing expert, trainer, and author, on effective audit reporting. They examine common reporting errors, including unclear effect statements and weak root-cause analysis, and discuss practical techniques to write reports that resonate with high-level readers. Margie also discusses the role of AI as a research assistant, the importance of critical thinking, and trends toward shorter, more visual reporting that still prioritize a clear message.

13 de jan.

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17 min
14 de abr.

Governing AI at Speed: Policies, Processes & People

Richard Chambers interviews Guru Sethupathy, Optro's General Manager of AI Governance, on practical approaches to governing AI. Guru outlines the "three Ps" framework—policies, processes, people—and explains why rapid advances like agentic AI increase risks around performance, security, and transparency. They discuss regulatory pressures, the need for orchestration and continuous monitoring, and how cross-functional collaboration and technology can enable effective AI governance across organizations.

14 de abr.

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16 min
22/04/2025

Growth and innovation with AuditBoard CEO

In this episode of "Speaking of Risk and Audit," host Richard Chambers welcomes Scott Arnold, the CEO of AuditBoard, to discuss the pivotal role of technology in navigating the ever-evolving landscape of risk management and auditing. Arnold shares his journey with AuditBoard during the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic and how the company's core values and customer-centric approach have driven its success and expansion. The conversation explores the challenges faced by internal auditors and risk managers in a world full of disruptions and "permacrisis". Scott highlights the importance of having technology-enabled solutions to enhance efficiency and collaboration, thereby allowing professionals in the field to focus on strategic thinking and add greater value to their organizations. As they reflect on AuditBoard's remarkable growth and innovation, Richard and Scott emphasize the significance of partnership, adaptability, and leveraging technology to transform the future of risk management and compliance. Tune in to gain insights into the exciting opportunities waiting within the field of audit and risk management.

22/04/2025

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20 min

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How AI Will Reimagine Security: A CISO’s Perspective

Agentic AI Rewrites SOX Testing

Auditing at the Speed of AI: Inaugural Episode

How GRC builds trust for OT and IoT

Auditing in the Age of AI: Risks, Rewards, and Practical Steps

AI and the Future of Internal Audit

Understanding the risks of AI in auditing

Audit Reports that drive action

Governing AI at Speed: Policies, Processes & People

Growth and innovation with AuditBoard CEO

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