Digital Disruption with Geoff Nielson
Digital Disruption with Geoff Nielson explores how intelligent technologies are reshaping industries and daily life. Host Geoff Nielson speaks with industry leaders and innovators about leveraging technology to build future-ready organizations. The podcast covers topics such as digital transformation, adaptation to disruption, and harnessing new technologies.
Episodes
Is AI Already Conscious? Google’s Blaise Agüera y Arcas Explains
Is AI consciousness already here and can we reclaim our technological optimism? Google’s Blaise Agüera y Arcas shares why he believes AGI has already arrived and what AI can teach us about consciousness, cooperation, and the human mind.Blaise joins us on this episode of Digital Disruption to talk about AI consciousness, large language models, and why intelligence is inherently social. He explains
The Other AI Revolution: Why Predictive AI will Overtake Generative AI in 2027
Predictive AI often gets ignored, yet it may hold the real key to business value in the current tech landscape.Machine learning expert Eric Siegel, author of The AI Playbook and Predictive Analytics, joins the Digital Disruption podcast to explain why organizations should invest at least as much in predictive AI as they do in generative AI. He breaks down how predictive AI can improve real-world o
AI Humanoid Robots Have Already Entered the Workforce. Should You Care?
The robot workforce is already here. AI-powered humanoid robots are entering factories and warehouses to address a growing labor gap, but are they filling jobs or replacing the people who do them?Peggy Johnson, CEO of Agility Robotics, joins us to talk about how Digit is moving from robotics demonstrations into real workplaces. She explains why humanoid robots could become essential to manufacturi
AI Researchers Are Panicking | What Comes Next is Worse Than Nuclear Bombs
What is PDoom, and why are the people building artificial intelligence willing to risk human extinction?Kevin Roose, a New York Times technology columnist, Hard Fork co-host, and author of The AGI Chronicles, shares what he learned from interviewing more than 150 people inside the world’s leading AI companies.Kevin joins us on Digital Disruption to talk about what artificial general intelligence r
There Is No AI Race. Inside the Trillion-Dollar Lie
Why have the United States and China pulled so far ahead in the global technology race? Mehran Gul, author of The New Geography of Innovation, argues that the answer goes far beyond individual companies or breakthrough technologies.In this episode, we sit down with Mehran to discuss how successful innovation ecosystems are actually built, why Silicon Valley remains so difficult to replicate, and h
The AI Bubble Isn't the Dot-Com Bubble. It's Worse
Are we in an AI bubble? Veteran Silicon Valley investor Bill Reichert says yes, but that doesn’t mean the AI revolution is slowing down. In this episode we sit down with Bill Reichert, General Partner at Pegasus Ventures, to discuss the unprecedented investment pouring into AI, why many AI startups will fail, and where the next wave of innovation could emerge. This conversation highlights everythi
AI Has Made Everything Worse | Hany Farid on the Internet's Truth Problem
Hany Farid, one of the world’s leading experts on deepfakes and digital forensics, joins us to explain why AI-generated content is pushing us toward a world where we can no longer trust what we see, hear, or even who we’re talking to online. From AI-generated misinformation and social media manipulation to voice cloning, deepfake video calls, and North Korean IT workers infiltrating major companie
How Google Lost Its Way | Former Google Insider Claire Stapleton
Claire Stapleton spent 12 years at Google, going from one of the company's biggest believers to one of its most prominent employee organizers. In this episode, former Google communications leader, Google Walkout organizer, and Don’t Be Evil author Claire Stapleton reveals what happened inside Google as its celebrated culture of openness, employee empowerment, and idealism began to change. She take
The AI Gold Rush Is Out of Gold | Here's Where VCs Are Still Investing
Data center economics are coming under increasing scrutiny. Learn why power constraints could signal a major market correction and why the future of artificial intelligence may depend less on software and more on power grids, data centers, semiconductor chips, and the physical infrastructure powering AI. In this episode, TDK Ventures Investment Director Ankur Saxena joins Geoff Nielson to talk abo
Robin Hanson: AI is probably the End of Humanity (and why that's OK)
Robin Hanson believes the future of AI is far stranger than most people imagine.In this episode, economist, futurist, and The Age of Em author Robin Hanson explains one of the biggest questions humanity has faced: What happens after humans?Instead of viewing AI as humanity's greatest threat, Hanson argues we should think of AI as our descendants. The conversation looks at why AI replacing humans m
AI CEOs Are Lying About the Future of Work. Here's What's Really Coming
Is AI actually making work better? Discover why many employees are feeling more constrained by machines instead of being empowered by them. In this episode, Financial Times journalist and author Sarah O'Connor joins Geoff Nielson to talk about the reality of AI in the workplace, challenging the common belief that automation will free us from repetitive work. Drawing from her new book, “We Are
The Government AI Playbook That's Saving $2M a Week
Government AI projects are often criticized for moving slowly, but Alberta is proving otherwise.In this episode, we sit down with Janak Alford, Deputy Minister of Technology and Innovation for the Government of Alberta, to understand how Alberta is using AI to save $2 million every week while accelerating digital service delivery, improving compliance, and raising software quality standards.Janak
Ex-Google AI Lead: Vibe Coding Doesn't Belong at Work
Is vibe coding the future of software development? Or is it just another AI buzzword?In this episode, Geoff Nielson sits down with Laurence Moroney, former Head of AI Advocacy at Google and now Director of AI at Arm, to separate AI hype from reality and discuss what software development actually looks like in the age of generative AI.This conversation takes a look at the future of coding, the rise
One of Us Thinks AI is Overhyped. The Other Doesn't | Live Debate
This is THE AI debate you've been waiting for.Will AI become as transformational as the internet, or will history remember it more like blockchain and the metaverse?In this episode of Digital Disruption, Info-Tech's Geoff Nielson and Jeremy Roberts go head-to-head over one of the biggest technology questions of our time: Is AI overhyped?The debate looks at whether generative AI is deliveri
Everything You Believe About Work is About to be Broken by AI | Alexander Manu
Stop fearing the future of work. Learn why our current infrastructure is failing and how to adapt your mindset for the age of artificial intelligence and technology. AI isn't taking your job; it's forcing humanity to rethink what work, identity, and purpose actually mean.In this conversation, Geoff Nielson sits down with innovation strategist, futurist, and author Alexander Manu to discuss
Will AI Take Your Job? Dag Kittlaus Separates Hype from Reality
AI is moving faster than most organizations can keep up with, but according to Siri co-creator Dag Kittlaus , the biggest challenge isn't the technology itself. It's adoption.In this episode, Dag shares his insights on how artificial intelligence will reshape your career, your business, and the future of work.Drawing on his experience building Siri and investing in the next generation of A
AI is Breaking the Economy and Education. Here's How to Fix it
What if AI isn't the biggest disruption we're facing? What if the real problem is that we're trying to force 24th-century technology into an economy designed for another era? In this episode, AI and transformation leader, Michael Clark explains why AI is exposing fundamental flaws in education, business, leadership, and the global economy, and what we need to do next.Michael argues tha
The Most Insidious AI Narrative: We Can't Shape the Future
Artificial intelligence is reshaping work, creativity, business, and society faster than ever before, but how worried should we really be?In this episode, we sit down with The AI Doc producers Charlie Tyrell and Ted Tremper to discuss the biggest lessons they learned after spending years investigating AI and interviewing leading experts, including Sam Altman, Dario Amodei, Karen Hao, and many of t
Joscha Bach: AGI, Consciousness, and the Evolution of Intelligence
Artificial Intelligence is changing faster than most people realize, but are we asking the wrong questions about AI, AGI, consciousness, and the future of society? In this episode, cognitive scientist and AI researcher Joscha Bach joins us for a thought-provoking conversation on artificial intelligence, machine consciousness, large language models (LLMs), AGI, human intelligence, and the future of
AI vs The Invasion of Work: Could We Take Back Our Lives?
Modern work is broken.Endless meetings. Constant notifications. Work invading every corner of life.So, what does the future of work actually look like in the age of AI agents, generative AI, and organizational transformation?Microsoft’s Head of Future of Work & AI, Matthew Loys Duncan, says we’ve reached “human capacity” and that AI may not replace knowledge workers, but instead replace the wo
The AI Delusion: Why CEOs Still Don’t Get It
What if the biggest threat from AI isn’t artificial intelligence… but the economic system controlling it?Author and creator of the Lean Startup methodology, Eric Ries says many of the biggest fears around AI are actually fears about capitalism.In this episode, Eric joins us to talk about why great companies lose their value over time, how shareholder prioritization reshaped modern business, and wh
4 Waves of AI (We're on Wave 2)
Are we entering the most transformative era of work in history?Technology is evolving weekly, and culture takes time to adapt. In this episode, AI futurist and award-winning innovation leader Maurice Conti explains how rapid technological change, especially in artificial intelligence, will shape our world, the economy, and the future of jobs, and what AI leadership means for navigating these shift
Top Tech Advisor: Every CEO Is Getting AI Wrong
What if everything we’ve been told about AI and the future of work is wrong?John Hagel says most leaders are asking the wrong questions:“How fast can we automate?”“How many jobs can we cut?”According to him, that’s a “going out of business strategy.”In this episode, we sit down with Silicon Valley veteran John Hagel, an advisor to firms like McKinsey, BCG, and Deloitte, to challenge the dominant n
AI Bust: Oxford Economist on Why the AI Boom Will Be Short-Lived
What if the AI revolution isn’t what we’ve been promised?What does an economist and bestselling author have to say about the idea that Big Tech may be overselling the future of artificial intelligence?In this episode, Oxford economist and Associate Professor of AI & Work, Carl Benedikt Frey, shares his skeptical perspective on the impact of artificial intelligence. He explains what it could me
AI Revolution or Collapse: EY's AI Leader on 4 Futures of Work in 2030
Why are 88% of businesses using AI but only 5% seeing real transformation?In this episode, we sit down with Dan Diasio, EY’s Global Consulting AI Leader and CTO, to break down the four possible futures of AI, from constraint to full transformation, and what it takes for organizations to win in an AI-driven world.Drawing from his experience advising Fortune 50 executives, Dan explains how leaders a
Jobs After AI: Futurist Ian Beacraft on What Happens When AI Does All the Work
This is not just a technology shift. It is a human, organizational, and identity transformation.In this episode, we sit down with Ian Beacraft, Founder and Chief Futurist at Signal and Cipher, to talk about one of the most urgent questions facing leaders today: what happens to work, organizations, and identity in the age of AI?Ian argues that the next two years will matter more than the last 30, a
Ex-Twitter AI Ethicist Warns: The 2016 Data You Forgot About is Now Dangerous
Are we giving up our freedom for convenience without realizing it? In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Rumman Chowdhury, a globally recognized AI ethics leader featured in Time and Forbes, to unpack the real risks of artificial intelligence, Big Tech power, and data privacy. As the former Head of AI Ethics at Twitter and Accenture, Dr. Chowdhury shares an insider perspective on how Big Tech is c
The AI Comet Has Struck: Moonshots' Salim Ismail Warns Most Organizations Won't Survive AI
What happens when AI, energy, and technology all go exponential at the same time?Salim Ismail says we’re entering a “messy decade” of disruption…In this episode, we sit down with Salim, the founding executive director of Singularity University and author of Exponential Organizations, to break down the rapid acceleration of AI, robotics, space tech, and solar energy, and what it all means for jobs,
AI is Losing Ground: Futurist Brian Solis on Why AI Adoption is Failing
Are businesses falling behind in the AI revolution?While AI is transforming everything from workflows to decision-making, many companies are facing a surprising reality: they’re becoming less prepared for AI, not more. In this episode, we sit down with Brian Solis, a globally recognized futurist and thought leader, to explore how disruptive technology is reshaping business, society, and the future
The End of Wisdom: Chip Conley on AI and the Decline of Leadership
What happens to leadership, meaning, and human value in the age of AI? On this episode of Digital Disruption, we’re joined by Chip Conley, the former Head of Strategy at Airbnb, New York Times bestselling author, and founder of the Modern Elder Academy. Chip joins Geoff to explore whether humans are becoming obsolete or more important than ever. Chip makes the case that while AI is commoditizing k
AI Convergence: Amy Webb On Why This is the Year of Creative Destruction
Are we in an AI bubble or at the beginning of the biggest technological convergence cycle since the Industrial Revolution?On this episode of Digital Disruption, we’re joined by the CEO of the Future Today Strategy Group and tech futurist Amy Webb.Amy joins Geoff Nielson to unpack what 2026 really looks like through the lens of artificial intelligence, programmable biology, quantum computing, biolo
Will AI Replace Software Engineers? Here’s What an Engineering Leader Says
Is AI really replacing software engineers, or just changing how they work?On this episode of Digital Disruption, we’re joined by Bala Muthiah, Director of Engineering at Lyft. Bala sits down with Geoff to cut through the hype around AI in software development and explain what’s actually changing inside high-performing engineering teams and what that means for the future of work. From vibe coding a
Ex-Ancestry CEO: How AI is Forcing Companies to Rethink Everything
What does it actually take to lead in the age of AI?On this episode of Digital Disruption, we’re joined by Deborah Liu, former CEO of Ancestry and former VP of Facebook Marketplace at Meta.Deborah joins Geoff to share a candid, practical look at modern leadership in 2026. Drawing on her experience scaling billion-user platforms and transforming legacy organizations, she explains why “adding AI” is
LLMs in 2026: What’s Real, What’s Hype, and What’s Coming Next
Is AI actually going to replace developers? Or is the hype getting ahead of reality?On this episode of Digital Disruption, we’re joined by Sebastian Raschka, AI Research Engineer and author.Sebastian Raschka sits down with Geoff Nielson to unpack the real state of Large Language Models (LLMs) in 2026. As an LLM research engineer, Sebastian bridges deep technical expertise with practical, real-worl
Is AI a Threat to Democracy? Bruce Schneier Explains What Comes Next
Is artificial intelligence strengthening democracy or quietly reshaping power in ways we’re not prepared for?On this episode of Digital Disruption, we’re joined by world-renowned security technologist and author Bruce Schneier.Bruce is described by the Economist as a "security guru," he is best known as a refreshingly candid and lucid security critic and commentator. He works at the inte
Robots, AI Ethics, and the End of Thinking: Top Researcher on The State of AI in 2026
What does the future of AI really look like as we head toward 2026, beyond the hype, headlines, and fear-driven narratives?On this episode of Digital Disruption, we’re joined by internationally recognized advisor, speaker, and researcher on AI strategy, Walter Pasquarelli.Walter is one of the world’s leading voices on ethical and strategic AI. He has advised governments, global institutions, and l
AI, Power, and the New Global Order with Nina Schick
What if AI becomes the most consequential technology in human history? On this episode of Digital Disruption, we’re joined by Nina Schick, geopolitical analyst and one of the world’s leading voices on AI. Nina Schick is a globally recognized expert on AI, geopolitics, and power. She was among the first to forecast the societal impact of AI-generated content and now leads the conversation on Indust
What the Metaverse Is Becoming and Why It Finally Matters
Is the metaverse actually dead or just badly branded?On this episode of Digital Disruption, we’re joined by Christian Venables, co-founder of Radical Realities.Christian specializes in immersive technology and AI, staying at the forefront of emerging tools, platforms, and workflows. With a strong foundation in architecture and design, he has transitioned into extended reality (XR), exploring the e
AI's Most Dangerous Truth: We've Already Lost Control
What happens when the people building artificial intelligence quietly believe it might destroy us? On this episode of Digital Disruption, we’re joined by Gregory Warner, Peabody Award–winning journalist, former NPR correspondent, and host of the hit AI podcast The Last Invention.Gregory Warner is a versatile journalist and podcaster. He has been recognized with a Peabody Award and other awards fro
AI Will End Human Jobs: Emad Mostaque on the Future of Human Work
What happens to jobs, money, and meaning when intelligence becomes cheaper than labor and humans are no longer the smartest ones in the room?On this episode of Digital Disruption, we’re joined by Emad Mostaque, founder of Stability AI and a leading voice in the global AI revolution.Emad Mostaque is a businessman, mathematician, and former hedge fund manager. He is the co-founder and was CEO of Sta
AI Boom or Bust? AI Boomers and Doomers Reveal Their Predictions for Our Future
Is artificial intelligence humanity’s greatest salvation, or the most dangerous force we’ve ever unleashed?Artificial intelligence is no longer a future concept, it’s a force already reshaping geopolitics, economics, warfare, and the human experience itself. In this year in review episode of Digital Disruption, we bring together the most provocative, conflicting, and urgent ideas from this past ye
What AI Bubble? Top Trends in Tech and Jobs in 2026
Are companies preparing for an AI-powered future or reacting out of fear of being left behind?Looking ahead to 2026, Geoff Nielson and Jeremy Roberts sit down for an unfiltered conversation about artificial intelligence, the economy, and the future of work. As AI hype accelerates across markets, boardrooms, and headlines, they ask the hard questions many leaders and workers are quietly worrying ab
Top Neuroscientist Says AI Is Making Us DUMBER?
Are we using AI in a way that actually makes us smarter or are we unknowingly making ourselves less capable, less curious, and easier to automate?On this episode of Digital Disruption, we are joined by artificial intelligence expert and neuroscientist, Dr. Vivienne Ming.Over her career, Dr. Vivienne Ming has founded 6 startups, been chief scientist at 2 others, and founded The Human Trust, a phila
Go All In on AI: The Economist’s Kenneth Cukier on AI's Experimentation Era
If AI is becoming a “playground” for experimentation, are today’s organizations bold enough to explore it or are they still too afraid to try?On this episode of Digital Disruption, we are joined by Kenneth Cukier, Deputy Executive Editor at The Economist and bestselling author.Kenneth Cukier is the Deputy Executive Editor at The Economist. He is the author of several books on technology and societ
Is AI Eroding Identity? Future of Work Expert on How AI is Taking More than Jobs
What does the future of work really look like when AI, identity, and culture collide?On this episode of Digital Disruption, we’re joined by Dr. Anne-Marie Imafidon, Chair of the Institute for the Future of Work.Anne-Marie is a leading voice in the tech world, known for her work as a trustee at the Institute for the Future of Work and as the temporary Arithmetician on Channel 4’s Countdown. A forme
How AI Will Save Humanity: Creator of The Last Invention Explains
When intelligence becomes abundant, what happens to humanity’s purpose?Andy Mills, the co-founder of The New York Times’ The Daily and creator of The Last Invention, joins us on this episode of Digital Disruption.Andy is a reporter, editor, podcast producer, and co-founder of Longview. His most recent series, The Last Invention, explores the AI revolution, from Alan Turing’s early ideas to today’s
AGI Is Here: AI Legend Peter Norvig on Why it Doesn't Matter Anymore
Are we chasing the wrong goal with Artificial General Intelligence, and missing the breakthroughs that matter nowOn this episode of Digital Disruption, we’re joined by former research director at Google and AI legend, Peter Norvig.Peter is an American computer scientist and a Distinguished Education Fellow at the Stanford Institute for Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence (HAI). He is also a res
Why AI is Failing: Ex-Google Chief Cassie Kozyrkov Debunks "AI-first"
Is “AI-first” the future of business or just another tech buzzword?On this episode of Digital Disruption, we’re joined by former Google Chief Decision Scientist and CEO of Kozyr, Cassie Kozyrkov.Cassie is best known for founding the field of Decision Intelligence and serving as Google’s first Chief Decision Scientist, where she helped lead the company’s AI-first transformation. A sought-after advi
How AI-Ready Leaders Will Replace You: Erik Qualman Explains
Why is adaptability the real superpower for leaders in the digital age?On this episode of Digital Disruption, we’re joined by Erik Qualman, a digital leadership expert, best-selling author, and motivational speaker.Erik is a 5x #1 Bestselling Author and Keynote Speaker who has inspired audiences in over 55 countries and reached 50 million people. Voted the #2 Most Likeable Author in the World behi
The AI Market Must Crash: Ed Zitron on Why the Bubble Will Burst
Could AI’s biggest impact be economic, not technological?On this episode of Digital Disruption, we’re joined by the founder of EZPR and host of Better Offline podcast, Ed Zitron.Ed is a technology writer, public relations expert, and podcaster known for his critical takes on the tech industry and its biggest players. His work has appeared in leading outlets including The Atlantic, Business Insider
Godfather of AGI on Why Big Tech Innovation is Over
Is the AI arms race between tech giants and nations pushing us toward a dangerous future?On this episode of Digital Disruption, we’re joined by the founder of SingularityNET and the pioneering mind behind the term Artificial General Intelligence (AGI), Dr. Ben Goertzel.Dr. Ben Goertzel is a leading figure in artificial intelligence, robotics, and computational finance. Holding a Ph.D. in Mathemati
Have I Been Pwned Founder Troy Hunt talks Breaches, Ransomware & Online Safety
How are AI and automation shaping both the attack and defense sides of cybersecurity?On this episode of Digital Disruption, we’re joined by the founder and CEO of Have I Been Pwned, Troy Hunt.Troy Hunt is an Australian security researcher and the founder of the data breach notification service, Have I Been Pwned. With a background in software development specializing in information security, Troy
Design Expert: AI, Entrepreneurship, and the Future of Digital Experiences
What does the future of digital experiences look like when AI, accessibility, and entrepreneurship collide?On this episode of Digital Disruption, we’re joined by serial tech entrepreneur, accessibility advocate, and co-founder of Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD), Joe Devon.As Chair of the GAAD Foundation, Joe strives to disrupt the culture of technology and digital product development by
Deloitte's Chief Futurist on AI, Job Loss, and the Art of Thinking
What happens when AI becomes as good at thinking as humans and what skills remain uniquely ours?On this episode of Digital Disruption, we’re joined by Mike Bechtel, Chief Futurist at Deloitte.Mike began his career at Accenture Labs, where his team helped Fortune 500 clients put emerging technologies to profitable use. Twelve years and twelve U.S. patents later, he was named the firm’s first Global
Boom or Bust? Top AI Investor Reveals the Future of AI Startups
Which strategies separate the AI startups that thrive from those that die?Today on Digital Disruption, we’re joined by Jeremiah Owyang, a venture capitalist at Blitzscaling Ventures.Jeremiah, a longtime Silicon Valley native, leads investments in early-stage AI startups at Blitzscaling Ventures. He focuses on startups with the potential for rapid scale and enduring leadership in valuable markets.
Will AI Replace Humans? Dr. Ayesha Khanna Explains the Risks
What risks come with AI systems that can lie, cheat, or manipulate?Today on Digital Disruption, we’re joined by Dr. Ayesha Khanna, CEO of Addo AI.Dr. Khanna is a globally recognized AI expert, entrepreneur, and CEO of Addo, helping businesses leverage AI for growth. With 20+ years in digital transformation, she advises Fortune 500 CEOs and serves on global boards, including Johnson Controls, NEOM
The Lazy Generation? Is AI Killing Jobs or Critical Thinking
Can automation and critical thinking coexist in the future of education and work?Today on Digital Disruption, we’re joined by Bryan Walsh the Senior Editorial Director at Vox.At Vox, Bryan leads the Future Perfect and climate teams and oversees the podcasts Unexplainable and The Gray Area. He also serves as editor of Vox’s Future Perfect section, which explores the policies, people, and ideas that
From Dumb to Dangerous: The AI Bubble Is Worse Than Ever
Are we heading toward an AI-driven utopia, or just another tech bubble waiting to burst? Today on Digital Disruption, we’re joined by Dr. Emily Bender and Dr. Alex Hanna. Dr. Bender is a Professor of Linguistics at the University of Washington where she is also the Faculty Director of the Computational Linguistics Master of Science program and affiliate faculty in the School of Computer Science an
Siri Creator: How Apple & Google Got AI Wrong
What does the future of AI assistants look like and what’s still missing?Today on Digital Disruption, we’re joined by Adam Cheyer, Co-Founder of Siri.Adam is an inventor, entrepreneur, engineering executive, and a pioneer in AI and computer human interfaces. He co-founded or was a founding member of five successful startups: Siri (sold to Apple, where he led server-side engineering and AI for Siri
Next-Gen Tech Expert: This is AI's ENDGAME
Are we ready for a future where human and machine intelligence are inseparable? Today on Digital Disruption, we’re joined by best-selling author and founding partner of digital strategy firm, Future Point of View (FPOV), Scott Klososky . Scott’s career has been built at the intersection of technology and humanity; he is known for his visionary insights into how emerging technologies shape organiza
Roman Yampolskiy: How Superintelligent AI Could Destroy Us All
Is this a wake-up call for anyone who believes the dangers of AI are exaggerated?Today on Digital Disruption, we’re joined by Roman Yampolskiy, a leading writer and thinker on AI safety, and associate professor at the University of Louisville. He was recently featured on podcasts such as PowerfulJRE by Joe Rogan.Roman is a leading voice in the field of Artificial Intelligence Safety and Security.
Ex-OpenAI Lead Zack Kass Reveals the Societal Impact of AI
As AI becomes more capable, how should our social systems evolve in response? Today on Digital Disruption, we’re joined once again by Zack Kass, an AI futurist and former Head of Go-To-Market at OpenAI. As a leading expert in applied AI, he harnesses its capabilities to develop business strategies and applications that enhance human potential. Zack has been at the forefront of AI and played a key
Pulitzer-Winning Journalist: This is Why Big Tech is Betting $300 Billion on AI
What role should government, regulation, and society play in the next chapter of Big Tech and AI.Today on Digital Disruption, we’re joined by Pulitzer Prize–winning investigative reporter, Gary Rivlin.Gary has been writing about technology since the mid-1990s and the rise of the internet. He is the author of AI Valley and 9 previous books, including Saving Main Street and Katrina: After the Flood.
Ex-CIA Cyber Chief: Here's What Keeps Me Up at Night
In a world of rising cyber threats, what keeps the CIA’s former head of cybersecurity up at night?Today on Digital Disruption, we’re joined by Andy Boyd, former Head of the CIA’s Center for Cyber Intelligence.Andy was a Senior Intelligence Service officer in the Central Intelligence Agency’s Directorate of Operations (DO). His most recent assignment was Director of the CIA’s Center for Cyber Intel
Unlocking the Brain: Tan Le on Neurotech, AI & Human Potential
What if you could control technology using only your thoughts?Today on Digital Disruption, we’re joined by an expert in the space of Brain-Computer Interfaces (BCIs), Tan Le. Tan is the founder and CEO of EMOTIV, a Silicon Valley-based company pioneering EEG-based BCI technology. Her work centers on non-invasive “brainwear” that enables direct interaction between the human brain and computers. Tan
Taking Back Your Data: Why the Next Web MUST Protect Digital Freedom
What if your data worked for you and not the platforms controlling it?Today on Digital Disruption, we’re joined by John Bruce, CEO and Co-Founder of Inrupt.With a background as both a founder and an executive at global tech firms, John Bruce is uniquely qualified to help engineer the next phase of the web alongside his co-founder Sir Tim Berners-Lee. He brings to bear decades of successful busines
Synthetic Humans & Quantum AI: The Future of Humanity
Is your business ready for a world where AI agents act, adapt, and make decisions for you?Today on Digital Disruption, we’re joined by Global Chief AI Engineer at PwC, Scott Likens.Scott Likens serves as the Chief AI Engineer at PwC, overseeing both the Global and U.S. teams. He leads the AI Engineering and Emerging Technology R&D groups, driving the firm’s strategy across AI, blockchain, VR,
How Spatial Tech Will Change Your Reality Forever
Is the Metaverse dead? Why is #OpenAI building jewelry? What happens when AI becomes more emotionally present than people?Today on Digital Disruption, we’re joined by CEO of Future Dynamics and author, Cathy Hackl.Cathy is a globally recognized tech and gaming executive, futurist, and keynote speaker specializing in spatial computing, AI, virtual worlds, and gaming platform strategy. She is the co
Malcolm Gladwell on Tesla, RFK, and Why AI Could Save Us
Can generative AI help us close the gap between expertise and access?This week on a special episode of Digital Disruption, we're joined by New York Times best-selling author Malcolm Gladwell, recorded live in Las Vegas at Info-Tech Research Group's LIVE tech conference.Malcolm Gladwell is the author of eight New York Times bestsellers, including his latest, Revenge of the Tipping Point. Named one
Forces That Will Radically Transform Society in the Next Decade
Can your organization survive its own hesitation to take bold bets?Today on Digital Disruption, we’re joined by former Amazon exec and bestselling author, John Rossman. John is an author, business advisor, and keynote speaker. He was an early Amazon executive who played a key role in launching the Amazon marketplace business in 2002. He has served as the senior technology advisor at the Gates Foun
The Big Lie Behind AI Hype: Tom Goodwin on the Future of Business
What if the biggest threat to progress isn’t technology? Today on Digital Disruption, we’re joined by Tom Goodwin, Co-Founder of All We Have Is Now.Tom Goodwin is a four-time LinkedIn “#1 Voice in Marketing.” He is also the Co-Founder of, All We Have Is Now, a digital transformation consultancy helping businesses harness emerging technologies. A sought-after speaker, writer, and advisor, Tom also
What Amazon’s AI Leader Thinks About the Future of Your Job
Is AI coming for your job, or just the parts that you hate doing?Today on Digital Disruption, we’re joined by Rory Richardson, Director of Go-To-Market for Generative AI at Amazon Web Services (AWS). With over a decade of experience at AWS, she has been instrumental in launching and scaling breakthrough technologies, including non-relational databases and serverless computing. Rory has played a pi
Ex-Google Officer on AI, Capitalism, and the Future of Humanity
Is the real threat of AI the technology or the humans behind it?Today on Digital Disruption, we’re joined by Mo Gawdat, former Chief Business Officer of Google X. Mo is the host of the popular podcast Slo Mo: A Podcast with Mo Gawdat, and the author of several international bestsellers, including Solve for Happy, Scary Smart, That Little Voice in Your Head, and Unstressable. He is also the founder
Disney Chief: How AI Will Change Creativity Forever
Creativity is the key to staying competitive, so why do so many organizations struggle to innovate?Today on Digital Disruption, we’re joined by Duncan Wardle, former Head of Innovation and Creativity at Disney.Duncan and his team helped Imagineering, Lucasfilm, Marvel, Pixar, and Disney Parks to innovate, creating magical new storylines and experiences. Now a global keynote speaker and innovation
What AI Can Never Understand: Futurist Jonathan Brill Explains
With all the AI hype, is there still a place for humans in organizations?Today on Digital Disruption, we’re joined by Jonathan Brill, the world’s top-ranked futurist by Forbes, advisor to Amazon, HP, Samsung, and an author.Jonathan helps executives and audiences spot, prioritize, and act on the forces shaping the next five years — from AI to geopolitical disruption. As the former Global Futurist a
The 6 Technologies That Will Define the Future with AI Futurist Steve Brown
If you're not ready for the speed of change — you're already behind.Today on Digital Disruption, we’re joined by Steve Brown, a leading voice in the field of artificial intelligence and a former executive at Google DeepMind and Intel.Steve has delivered hundreds of engaging keynotes and AI innovation workshops across five continents. With over 25 years of experience in AI and emerging tech
Marty Cagan Explains How to Design a Product Like Steve Jobs
What does it really take to build a product-driven organization in the age of AI, and are organizations ready for what's coming next?Today on Digital Disruption, we’re joined by Marty Cagan, product thought leader and founder of the Silicon Valley Product Group.Before founding the Silicon Valley Product Group (SVPG) to focus on helping others build successful products through writing, speaking
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Today on Digital Disruption, we’re joined by Ian Beacraft, Chief Futurist and Founder of Signal and Cipher.He is one of the leading voices in AI and the future of work. As Chief Futurist and Founder of Signal and Cipher, Ian helps organizations become AI-ready through strategic workforce transformation, training, and innovation. Ian has advised top global brands including Samsung, Google, Microsof
AI Expert Dr. Michael Littman: This is Why Everything You Know About AI is Wrong
What if everything you thought you knew about AI was wrong?Today on Digital Disruption, we’re joined by Dr. Michael Littman, Division Director for Information and Intelligent Systems at the National Science Foundation.The Information and Intelligent Systems division is home to the programs and program officers that support researchers in artificial intelligence, human-centered computing, data mana
Dan Pink: What Society Gets Wrong About Work
The future of work is changing, and organizations will need to rethink what an “office” truly means.Today on Digital Disruption, we’re joined by Daniel Pink, New York Times best-selling author and workplace expert.Daniel Pink is the author of five New York Times bestsellers, including his latest, The Power of Regret: How Looking Backward Moves Us Forward. His other books include the New York Times
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