Episode 13 - From SEAL Teams to Public Safety: AI-Driven Active Shooter Prevention with JJ Parma

In this new episode of Detonation Point presented by Elastio, Matt O'Neill interviews JJ Parma, a former Navy SEAL, discussing the impact of AI on public safety, the evolution of technology in military operations, and the challenges of leadership transitions. JJ shares insights from his extensive military career, highlighting cultural differences within the SEAL teams and the rapid advancements in technology post-9/11. The discussion also delves into the ethical implications of AI, the importance of human oversight in technology, and the need for proactive measures in public safety, particularly regarding drone technology and weapons detection systems. JJ emphasizes the role of healthcare and other industries in adopting new security technologies to protect civilians.TakeawaysAI will make a material difference in public safety.Cultural differences exist between East Coast and West Coast SEAL teams.Transitioning from enlisted to officer presents unique challenges.Technology in the SEAL teams has evolved significantly post-9/11.Drones are a major concern for public safety.AI can enhance weapons detection and prevent violence.The ethical implications of AI are critical to consider.Implementation of new technology can be hindered by bureaucracy.Chapters00:00 Introduction to AI and Public Safety01:00 JJ Parma's Background and Naval Career02:39 Cultural Differences Between East and West Coast SEAL Teams11:02 Leadership Transition from Enlisted to Officer13:33 Technological Evolution in the SEAL Teams19:55 Drones and Their Impact on Public Safety24:20 Concerns About Countering Drone Threats27:39 The Financial Constraints of Security Operations30:51 AI in Security: Challenges and Opportunities34:06 The Role of Technology in Preventing Violence39:35 The Ethical Use of AI in Security44:15 Implementation Challenges of Security Technology50:10 Adoption of Security Technology Across IndustriesAbout Our Founding Sponsor, Elastio This podcast is proudly presented by Elastio, the control point for cyber resiliency—because survival depends on clean recoveries. As our Founding Sponsor, Elastio continuously validates backups, bridging the gap between security tools and immutable storage. With AI-driven detection and zero-day recovery, Elastio ensures data is clean, uncompromised, and always recoverable. Learn more: www.elastio.com

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