In a recent discussion on Veza's Identity Radicals Podcast, Mike Towers and Sam Curry explored the importance of identity security in today's threat landscape. They emphasized that identity is foundational to both security and business agility. The conversation covered various topics including zero trust evolution, where identity has become the core element, and its role as a business enabler beyond just security. Challenges such as managing machine identities and balancing security with user experience were also discussed. The future outlook for identity security was highlighted, mentioning the potential of AI to enhance access decisions and anomaly detection, but also emphasizing the need for foundational processes and education.