IBM Think Exclusive Interview: Inside New Granite AI Features And Enterprise Guardrails

IBM Think Exclusive Interview: Inside New Granite AI Features And Enterprise Guardrails

June 2, 2026 · 15 min

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The episode features a discussion on the future of enterprise AI and data security with insights on IBM's Granite AI features and Guardium.

On this episode of TechStack, Principal Analyst from Tirias Research Jim McGregor and IBM's Luis Lastras discuss the future of enterprise AI and data security live from IBM Think 2026. Learn how IBM Granite Enterprise Models deliver small, efficient, and customizable AI capabilities through a modular architecture powered by Granite Switch, enabling organizations to compose and orchestrate AI models at scale. The conversation also explores IBM Guardium and its role in securing sensitive data across hybrid cloud environments with real-time monitoring, vulnerability management, and compliance automation. We hope you enjoy the show. If you found our discussion interesting, insightful, or entertaining please do us the honor of liking and subscribing – not just here on YouTube, but across the web. Thanks for being a part of TechStack! The Technologists’ new, fast-growing platform for deep technological insights from across the industry. The Technologists are more than just tech enthusiasts—we’re trusted guides in a rapidly evolving digital world. We analyze the trends, leverage the tools, test the hardware and software, and talk to the people behind the technology to bring you analysis…

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Guests: Jim McGregor, Luis Lastras

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Organizations: IBM, Tirias Research

Products: Granite AI, Granite Enterprise Models, Granite Switch, IBM Guardium

Places: IBM Think 2026

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