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Digital transformation mindcandy 26 March 2025

Today’s topics are data engineering, intelligence, coding, digital transformation, data 3.0, identity security, the quantum apocalypse and tension between CIOs and CISOs.

Data Engineering Requires Human+Machine Fusion

https://www.forbes.com/sites/adrianbridgwater/2025/03/22/data-engineering-requires-humanmachine-fusion/

That is why “Radically Human” is part of my book about books about AI. 25 books, the lessons, learning and insights. Pre-order and receive the draft. See https://www.ronimmink.com/product/a-book-about-books-about-ai/

AI Is Actually a Form of ‘Alien Intelligence,’ Harvard Professor Claims—And It Will Surpass Humanity

https://www.popularmechanics.com/technology/a64241678/artificial-intelligence-is-alien-intelligence/

That is why ”Beyond intelligence” is also part of the book about books about AI.

How Software Engineers Actually Use AI

https://www.wired.com/story/how-software-engineers-coders-actually-use-ai/

Code created AI. That much is obvious. less obvious is the extent to which ai is now, in a snake-eats-tail way, creating code

Digital transformation returns to the forefront

https://kpmg.com/xx/en/our-insights/transformation/perspectives-on-managed-services/digital-transformation-returns-to-the-forefront.html

Move over, optimization. And make some room for growth.

Roadmap: Data 3.0 in the Lakehouse Era

https://www.bvp.com/atlas/roadmap-data-3-0-in-the-lakehouse-era

We’re moving beyond the modern data stack as a new architectural revolution sweeps the infrastructure landscape, ushering in unprecedented interoperability for enterprises in an AI age.

Why Identity Security is a Top Priority for Enterprises in 2025

https://erp.today/why-identity-security-is-a-top-priority-for-enterprises-in-2025/

Complexity in existing infrastructure is a significant challenge for effective identity management, with the top priorities including detecting identity threats, securing credentials, and managing cloud entitlements.

The Quantum Apocalypse Is Coming. Be Very Afraid

https://www.wired.com/story/q-day-apocalypse-quantum-computers-encryption/

What happens when quantum computers can finally crack encryption and break into the world’s best-kept secrets? It’s called Q-Day. “This Is How They Tell Me the World Ends” is not part of the book about books about AI. Maybe it should?

Why CIOs and CISOs Struggle to Balance Innovation and Security

https://www.thedailyupside.com/cio/why-cios-and-cisos-struggle-to-balance-innovation-and-security/

The tension between CIOs and CISOs often stems from a misalignment on how decisions should be made.

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