Hi, I'm Laura Ellis. By day I'm a VP of Data and AI at a cybersecurity company. Here, I write about AI, security, data leadership, and making complex topics approachable for everyone from executives to kids. I've been in the data world for over 20 years and I still find myself learning something new every day. Below are a few highlights, or you can browse the full blog archive.

For Data & AI Leaders

I spend my days leading data and AI teams in cybersecurity, and I write about the challenges I see firsthand. How AI is reshaping the security landscape, why governance can't wait, and what it actually takes to lead through a period where the technology changes faster than the org chart. If you're an executive or senior practitioner trying to make smart decisions about AI, these articles are for you.

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Feb 8, 2026

The Moltbook Moment: What Happens When AI Agents Outrun Security

Feb 8, 2026

This post examines the Moltbook moment: what it is, why it matters, and the security lessons it offers for anyone thinking about deploying AI agents.

Feb 8, 2026

Dec 30, 2025

The AI SOC is Here. Now What? 5 Rules for 2026

Dec 30, 2025

I share my five predictions for how AI in the SOC will evolve in 2026, focusing on the shift from shiny new tool to accountable teammate that requires real governance.

Dec 30, 2025

Jul 20, 2025

The Human Side of AI Innovation

Jul 20, 2025

A look at how practical, purpose-driven AI is quietly changing lives around the world.

Jul 20, 2025

Apr 19, 2025

Research Review: AI 2027

Apr 19, 2025

A review of the AI research article that has everyone talking

Apr 19, 2025

Nov 14, 2024

Building Inclusive Data and AI Systems. Why It Matters and How to Lead the Change

Nov 14, 2024

Sharing a new study I contributed to on the outlook for women in data, analytics, and AI, along with my thoughts on why expanding the talent pipeline is crucial for building a more inclusive future in these fields.

Nov 14, 2024

Apr 28, 2024

Embracing AI Governance: Lessons Learned from The Data Boom

Apr 28, 2024

Discussing why AI governance is more than just an extension of data governance and how we can use lessons learned from past data management challenges to navigate the future of AI more reasonably.

Apr 28, 2024

For Learners and Educators

One of the things I care most about is making data and AI accessible to everyone, whether that's a teenager trying prompt engineering for the first time, a parent looking for a weekend project, or a practitioner picking up a new skill. This section is a collection of tutorials, book reviews, tool walkthroughs, and hands on activities built for curious people at every level.

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