The Department of Know: GitHub drama, AI deletes production data, Claude Security Beta

The Department of Know: GitHub drama, AI deletes production data, Claude Security Beta

Author: CISO Series May 2, 2026 Duration: 39:38

This week's Department of Know is hosted by Rich Stroffolino, with guests Janet Heins, CISO, ChenMed, and TC Niedzialkowski, Head of IT & Security, Opendoor.

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