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Crypto News: Bitcoin crashes down to $58,000. Rosen Law Firm is looking to launch a class action lawsuit against Michael Saylor's Strategy. Financial giant SBI Holdings agrees to buy Japanese Bitcoin exchange 'Bitbank' for $288 million.Brought to you by

Crypto News: Senator Lummis says the Clarity Act will move in the Senate in July. Bitcoin dumps below $60,000 and $12.6 trillion Charles Schwab officially rolls out Bitcoin trading.Brought to you by

Santhosh Srinivasan, VP of Treasury at Nium, joined us to discuss the firm's partnership with Coinbase to enable USDC payments for banks, fintechs, and enterprises worldwide.Topics:- Nium's partnership with Coinbase and Circle and enabling stablecoin payments - The future of payments with stablecoins and tokenized deposits - Institutions adopting stablecoins and cryptoBrought to you by

Avery Ching, Co-Founder & CEO at Aptos Labs, joined me to discuss the latest developments on the Aptos blockchain, including privacy, AI, and more.Topics: - Aptos the first L1 where dynamic dispatch can be formally verified - Aptos commits $50M to expand its tech stack for trading and AI workloads- AI and Blockchain synergy - Privacy on the Aptos blockchain Brought to you by

Crypto News: US Senate passes bill to ban the Federal Reserve from creating a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC). 118-year-old Scottish investment firm Baillie Gifford has launched a tokenized corporate bond fund on Ethereum and Solana. Brought to you by

Crypto News:The Senate is holding emergency meetings this week ont he clarity act. Tech, crypto firms to help tackle illegal wildlife trade. Japan's National Business Corporate Pension Fund to allocate 1% of its assets to cryptocurrencies.

Hello voices from the bench community, John Wilson here and I wanted to share some news about the evolution of the Programill lineup. Most importantly, Ivoclar's new PrograMill 7. What stands out right away is the reduced air consumption this mill requires, but what you'll notice first is that impressive new touchscreen. For us, the biggest advantage has been increased spindle power. Next time you see your Ivoclar representative, be sure to ask about the PrograMill 7 and tell them John Wilson sent you. Thank you. At exocad Insights in beautiful Mallorca, we finally caught up with Felix from Imagine USA—and the timing couldn't have been better. As an exocad dealer on the front lines of digital dentistry, Felix shared his excitement about the strong turnout, the familiar faces, and most importantly, the innovation coming from exocad. What stood out most? The new exocad Hub and its cloud-based capabilities, along with powerful AI-driven tools inside DentalDB designed for efficient batch processing. For Felix and the Imagine team, it's not just about seeing what's new—it's about putting it to the test. By running new features through their own production facility first, they ensure real-world performance before bringing solutions to their customers. This week, Elvis and Barb continue their coverage from exocad Insights 2026 in beautiful Mallorca, Spain, where the conversations are just as valuable as the lectures. The episode starts with Dr. Zhiqiang Luo, who shares his perspective on educating the next generation of dentists in an increasingly digital world. The discussion explores how students are adapting to technology, why foundational analog skills still matter, and the challenge of preparing future clinicians for workflows that continue to evolve at a rapid pace. It's an insightful look at where dental education is headed and how digital dentistry is becoming second nature to new graduates. The conversation then shifts to one of the most memorable encounters from the event as Elvis and Barb sit down with Alyson Bravo, a passionate dental technician from Brazil who has traveled across the globe to attend exocad Insights. What starts as a discussion about digital workflows quickly turns into a story about chasing dreams, making connections, and experiencing the international dental community firsthand. Alyson talks about discovering digital dentistry, teaching himself advanced design techniques, and the excitement of finally meeting people he has only known through podcasts, social media, and online education. The episode wraps up with returning friend of the podcast Tobias Specht from Ivoclar. Fresh off several major product announcements, Tobias gives listeners an inside look at the collaboration between Ivoclar and exocad and how customer feedback continues to shape product development. He discusses the integration of Ivotion into the exocad workflow, the importance of training and education, and how Ivoclar works with customers around the globe to refine new products before they ever reach the market.Special Guests: Alyson Bravo, Dr. Zhiqiang Luo, and Tobias Specht.

Crypto News: FBI director Kash Patel issues warning to crypto fraudsters and scammers. Franklin Templeton proposes new ETFs that turn corporate dividends into bitcoin.Brought to you by

Crypto News: Michael Saylor's Strategy's preferred stock STRC continues to trade under $90 after depegging from $100. There will be a "sprint of meetings next week" to "finalize key details" for The Clarity Act.Brought to you by

Crypto News: Illinois Governor JB Pritzker has signed a 0.2% tax on crypto transactions into law including transfers between personal wallets. This idea was definitely seeded by Elizabeth Warren. Bitcoin chart and onchain metrics show bullish signs.Brought to you by

Crypto News: BlackRock's new bitcoin income fund offers cash flow alongside BTC exposure. BlackRock's Chief Investment Officer Rick Rieder says 'I think Bitcoin is ultimately going considerably higher'. Ripple invests in Flutterwave, pushing its stablecoin and XRP Ledger into payments across Africa. Squid adds Ripple's RLUSD stablecoin for cross-chain swaps.Brought to you by

Ayo Akinyele, Head of Engineering at RippleX, joined us to discuss the development and adoption of the XRP Ledger by institutions and more.Topics: - Institutions building on the XRPL - Quantum resistance strategy - AI Agent strategy - AMM v2 and DeFi Brought to you by

Chris Giancarlo, former CFTC Chairman, author of Crypto Dad: The Fight for the Future of Money, and Senior Strategic Advisor at Patomak Global Partners, joined me to discuss the latest developments in crypto in the U.S.Topics: - Clarity Act and crypto legislation - CFTC & SEC rulemaking - Prediction markets - TradFi embracing Crypto - Stablecoins vs CBDC privacy Brought to you by

Crypto News: Bitcoin price rallies and the charts look bullish with a bullish divergence setting up on the BTC weekly chart, altcoins will also follow. BlackRock to launch Bitcoin Premium Income ETF tomorrow. Brought to you by

On this episode of The Brian Crombie Hour, host Brian Crombie is joined by global cyber risk and digital security expert Rafal Rohozinski for a deep dive into artificial intelligence, digital sovereignty, and the shifting global balance of power. The conversation explores how AI is rapidly evolving into a geopolitical force, reshaping international competition and national security. Rohozinski outlines how the United States and China are developing competing AI ecosystems, and why control of digital infrastructure is becoming as strategically important as energy once was. The discussion turns to Canada's vulnerability, highlighting its dependence on foreign-controlled digital infrastructure and limited share of global AI investment despite a strong research talent base. Crombie and Rohozinski examine what digital sovereignty could look like for Canada and whether national AI champions or targeted innovation strategies are needed to remain competitive. The episode also addresses the growing role of AI in warfare, including autonomous systems, drone technology, and the ethical challenges of removing humans from lethal decision-making. Despite these risks, Rohozinski argues Canada still has opportunities to build strength in specialized AI sectors such as healthcare, defense, and industrial applications. The conversation concludes with a central question: whether Canada will become a leading participant in the AI era — or remain a dependent user of foreign systems.

Hello voices from the bench community, John Wilson here and I wanted to share some news about the evolution of the Programill lineup. Most importantly, Ivoclar's new PrograMill 7. What stands out right away is the reduced air consumption this mill requires, but what you'll notice first is that impressive new touchscreen. For us, the biggest advantage has been increased spindle power. Next time you see your Ivoclar representative, be sure to ask about the PrograMill 7 and tell them John Wilson sent you. Thank you. At exocad Insights in beautiful Mallorca, we finally caught up with Felix from Imagine USA—and the timing couldn't have been better. As an exocad dealer on the front lines of digital dentistry, Felix shared his excitement about the strong turnout, the familiar faces, and most importantly, the innovation coming from exocad. What stood out most? The new exocad Hub and its cloud-based capabilities, along with powerful AI-driven tools inside DentalDB designed for efficient batch processing. For Felix and the Imagine team, it's not just about seeing what's new—it's about putting it to the test. By running new features through their own production facility first, they ensure real-world performance before bringing solutions to their customers. Fresh off the beaches and lectures of the beautiful island of Mallorca at the exocad Insights 2026 , Elvis and Barb sat down with three incredible women proving that digital dentistry is global, creative, and fueled by passion. First up is Andreea Bordea, a ceramist and lab owner originally from Romania who found her way into dental technology after narrowly missing acceptance into dental school. From analog waxing and staining zirconia with a single A2 shade to opening her own lab in Spain and building a digital workflow around exocad, Andreea shares the journey of learning everything the hard way. She talks about teaching herself digital dentistry, building a team, and how social media unexpectedly became her outlet while working alone in her lab. The conversation also dives into Ivoclar materials, zirconia, and the excitement around new products launched at Insights. Then the microphones turn to Denisse Ramos from for one of the most energetic conversations of the event. Denisse talks about her journey from Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Coca-Cola into the dental industry, eventually becoming a major force in digital workflows, 3D printing, and equipment sales. From Dentsply to Desktop Health and now leading sales at New Stetic USA, Denisse shares stories about mentorship, industry evolution, women in dentistry, and why labs need to charge for their expertise. We all talk about the rise of digital dentistry, treatment planning frustrations, social media, the future of dentures, and the importance of giving back through organizations like Ladies of the Mill and the NADL. Finally, Elvis met Daniela Torres, better known online as “Danny Designer,” a digital designer from Chile whose Instagram portfolio turned into a thriving business. Daniela explains how she taught herself exocad through YouTube before traveling to Madrid for advanced training, eventually working at the MOD Institute in South Carolina before returning to Chile to build her own remote design business. From designing full arch restorations and dentures to handling dozens of cases a day entirely through email and WhatsApp, Daniela proves how powerful digital dentistry and social media have become for technicians worldwide. The conversation wraps with excitement around exocad's newest updates, the exocad Hub, and what it means to be recognized as an exocad Hero.Special Guests: Andreea Bordea, Daniela Torres, and Denisse Lasso Ramos.

In this episode Amanda and I discuss Michael Saylor's Strategy Bitcoin lie, Jim Cramer SpaceX IPO vs Bitcoin, MasterCard AI Agent stablecoin payments, CME crypto index futures, new legislation to establish the Federal Cryptocurrency Theft Task Force, and much more.Brought to you by

Crypto News: Michael Saylor lies saying Strategy never said it would sell its Bitcoin. Visa says it has moved $7B annually in stablecoins through its network. Stellar Development Foundation has unveiled a quantum preparedness plan to migrate all XLM accounts to quantum-resistant signatures by end of 2027. Ripple and Bitso expand their partnership, bringing Bitso's MXN-backed stablecoin MXNB to the XRP Ledger. Brought to you by

 How is technology reshaping corrections in New Mexico? From centralized data systems and streamlined communication tools to digital learning and vocational programs, the state is modernizing operations while supporting rehabilitation and reentry. As this transformation continues, balancing innovation, security, and accessibility remains key to long-term success. 

Crypto News: Jim Cramer continues being bearish on Bitcoin. BlackRock and Fidelity are quietly turning bitcoin ETFs into a two-firm market. Mastercard has launched a payment system designed for AI agents to transact autonomously, with Coinbase, Ripple ,Solana and polygon among 30+ partners already signed on.Brought to you by

Grant Cardone, Founder and CEO of Cardone Capital, joined us to discuss his firm pairing Bitcoin with real estate investments, offering investors unique exposure to both asset classes.Topics:- Bitcoin & Real Estate investment portfolio - Future of Bitcoin - Tokenization of Real Estate - Michael Saylor Strategy Selling Bitcoin.Brought to you by

Crypto News: Binance founder CZ says "Bitcoin won't be "dead" for too long. Don't panic, in large friendly letters." A16z crypto, Paradigm lead $175 million bet to move global credit markets onchain. Crypto tax bills a work-in-progress as U.S. House lawmakers pose concerns. Brought to you by

Crypto News: The crypto market has hit a local bottom with oversold conditions signaling a buy the dip opportunity for Bitcoin and Altcoins like Ethereum and XRP. MetaMask launches AI agent wallet with built-in security for crypto trades.

Have an idea or tip? Send us a text!A four-lens 3D camera lab. A crash course in corporate chaos. A front-row seat to the switch from film and chemicals to digital video and modern production. Gary Pageau interviews Bryan Wetzel about his path from photography school into Nishika Corp.'s R&D lab, experimenting with lenticular 3D imaging, large-format printing, and early efforts toward computer-based 3D, plus shooting Nishika projects including an instructional video with Alan Thicke and a commercial with Little Richard. Wetzel takes us inside his time at Nishika, where lenticular 3D photography meant optical processes, experimental rigs, and constant problem-solving. From there, we dig into the realities of shooting and editing, why “fix it in post” can become an excuse for sloppy work, and how being early to digital created real opportunity when clients suddenly wanted faster workflows and better quality.Then the conversation widens to the business of media and entrepreneurship: why Georgia's transferable film tax incentives helped studios and crews actually take root, how Wetzel helped build a teacher-led educational video platform before online learning was polished, and what happened when he accidentally became a gym owner and later took over a restaurant right before lockdown. Along the way, Wetzel shares the most useful small business advice he learned from a no-nonsense mentor: say no without explaining yourself, don't fall in love with your business, and write the business plan before your heart lies to your head.Wetzel explains transitioning from still photography to video because corporate clients wouldn't fund film, adopting early digital editing and cameras in Georgia ahead of the 1996 Olympics, and building a corporate client base. He discusses Georgia's transferable film tax credits, then describes launching an educational-video company around 2008 that produced about 1,500–1,900 teacher-led videos and assessments for schools before being sold. He later acquired a gym (2017), briefly ran a restaurant through COVID-era challenges, sold it, and now writes books, sharing key business lessons on saying no, not overcommitting emotionally to a business, and writing realistic business plans.Energize your sales with Shareme.chat, the proven texting platform. ShareMe.Chat ShareMe.Chat platform uses chat-to-text on your website to keep your customers connected and buying!MediaclipMediaclip strives to continuously enhance the user experience while dramatically increasing revenue.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEIndependent Photo ImagersIPI is a member + trade association and a cooperative buying group in the photo + print industry.Photo Imaging CONNECTThe Photo Imaging CONNECT conference, March 2027, at the RIO Hotel and Resort in Las Vegas, NDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showSign up for the Dead Pixels Society newsletter at http://bit.ly/DeadPixelsSignUp.Contact us at gary@thedeadpixelssociety.comVisit our LinkedIn group, Photo/Digital Imaging Network, and Facebook group,  The Dead Pixels Society. Leave a review on Apple and Podchaser. Are you interested in being a guest? Click here for details.Hosted and produced by Gary PageauAnnouncer: Erin Manning

CapeTalk’s Sara-Jayne Makwala King is joined on Weekend Breakfast by Joining us this morning is Herkulaas MvE Combrink — co-director at the Interdisciplinary Centre for Digital Futures, senior lecturer in Economics and Management Sciences at the University of the Free State, and head of the Knowledge Mapping Lab, a research group focused on managing infodemics and human language technology innovation. Weekend Breakfast with Sara-Jayne Makwala King is the weekend breakfast show on CapeTalk. This 3-hour morning programme is the perfect (and perky!) way to kickstart your weekend. Author and journalist Sara-Jayne Makwala-King spends 3 hours interviewing a variety of guests about all things cultural and entertaining. The team keeps an eye on weekend news stories, but the focus remains on relaxation and restoration. Favourites include the weekly wellness check-in on Saturdays at 7:35am and heartfelt chats during the Sunday 9am profile interview. Listen live on Primedia+ Saturdays and Sundays between 07:00 and 10:00am (SA Time) to Weekend Breakfast with Sara-Jayne Makwala-King broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/AgPbZi9 or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/j1EhEkZ Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From the Tallinn University conference "Legal Education in Europe and Estonia in Light of the Digital Future", we feature TLU Law student Sofia Uksiratsa interviewing Professor Urs Kramer of the University of Passau. They explore the challenges and risks of AI, and discuss its potential in legal education. They also take a closer look at the DeepWrite project led by Professor Kramer. For a closer look at the conference, you can check it out here: https://onlineexpo.com/en/legal-2026/We will be back with our regular episodes next week.

In this insightful interview, Eli Ben-Sasson, co-founder of Starkware, shares his journey from academia to blockchain innovation, discusses the significance of ZK-Starks in blockchain scalability and security, and explores the urgent need for quantum-resistant cryptography. Discover how these technologies are shaping the future of digital trust and privacy.Zero Knowledge, Infinite Trust book isn't just about math; it's a story about people, freedom, and the personal journeys that shaped the blockchain revolution.

The recent reports on Sony DRM REMOVING access to digital games library has us asking the question: Do We ACTUALLY Want An All Digital Future for the Nintendo Switch 2?BECOME A MEMBER

Send us Fan MailIn this special unnumbered episode of DentalBytes, Marc Wagner takes a step back to look at the bigger picture of where dentistry is heading.After years of conversations with clinicians, educators, lab leaders, technology providers, entrepreneurs, and practice teams, one theme keeps coming through: dentistry is evolving quickly, but the heart of the industry is still human.This episode explores the growing role of AI, digital workflows, diagnostic tools, lab innovation, patient education, mentorship, and collaboration — not as replacements for people, but as tools that can help dental professionals communicate better, work more efficiently, and deliver stronger patient outcomes.From practice ownership and resilience to diagnostic AI, digital dentistry, lab partnerships, and the importance of staying curious, this DentalBytes Special is an overarching reflection on the people and ideas moving the industry forward.Because the future of dentistry is not just about technology.It is about using better tools to create better conversations, better care, and better connections.Hosted by Marc WagnerDentalBytesSupport the showThanks so much for watching and being part of the Dentist on Demand community—your support means everything. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to follow us on social and share it with a friend or colleague who'd get value from it. We've got more real-world dental marketing and practice growth insights coming your way, so stay tuned—and we'll see you in the next one.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dentistondemand/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dentistondemand.ca/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/dentist-on-demandYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRTD4frcgfhZfklxl4JNT-g Threads: https://www.threads.com/@dentistondemand

In this inspiring episode of What's Next, Aki Anastasiou sits down with Smangele Nkosi, General Manager and Country Leader for South Africa at Cisco, to explore her remarkable journey through the ICT industry and the leadership lessons that shaped her career. From her early ambitions in healthcare to becoming a key figure in digital transformation, Nkosi shares how purpose, people, and trust have guided her path—and how technology continues to “heal” societies by creating access, opportunity, and connection. The conversation also dives into the transformative power of AI in South Africa and across the continent. Nkosi highlights how emerging technologies can help Africa leapfrog traditional development barriers, unlock economic growth, and expand access to education, healthcare, and markets. She outlines Cisco's vision for the future—spanning AI infrastructure, cybersecurity, and inclusive connectivity—while offering practical advice to young professionals on growth, resilience, and staying grounded in a fast-moving digital world.

France pushes digital sovereignty. Adobe rushes an Acrobat Reader patch. Booking.com confirms a targeted breach. SAP fixes a critical SQL injection bug. A sanctions-dodging fraud network resurfaces. ViperTunnel infiltrates U.S. and U.K. firms. GlassWorm spreads across developer tools. Researchers dissect Predator spyware's kernel engine. A lawsuit challenges AI transcription in hospitals. Ted Shorter from Keyfactor unpacks quantum computing at scale. On our Threat Vector segment, David Moulton and ⁠Elad Koren⁠ pull back the curtain on agentic-first security. Preparing for post-quantum perils.  Remember to leave us a 5-star rating and review in your favorite podcast app. Miss an episode? Sign-up for our daily intelligence roundup, Daily Briefing, and you'll never miss a beat. And be sure to follow CyberWire Daily on LinkedIn. CyberWire Guest Today we are joined by Ted Shorter, CTO and Co-Founder of Keyfactor, discussing the advent of quantum computing at scale, known as "Q-Day". Threat Vector Host David Moulton speaks with returning guest ⁠Elad Koren⁠, Vice President of Product Management for Cortex Cloud at ⁠Palo Alto Networks⁠ on this Threat Vector segment. Together they pull back the curtain on what an agentic-first security experience actually looks like in practice. This isn't a vision deck. The agents are already running. To listen to the full conversation, check it out here. Catch new episodes of Threat Vector every Thursday on your favorite podcast app. Selected Reading France Tees Up Big Public Sector Move Away From US Tech (BankInfo Security) Adobe rolls out emergency fix for Acrobat, Reader zero-day flaw (Bleeping Computer) Booking.com Confirms Data Breach as Hackers Access Customer Details (Hackread) SAP Patches Critical ABAP Vulnerability (SecurityWeek) Triad Nexus Evades Sanctions to Fuel Cybercrime (SecurityWeek) Ransomware-Linked ViperTunnel Malware Hits UK and US Businesses (Hackread) GlassWorm evolves with Zig dropper to infect multiple developer tools (Security Affairs) Predator Spyware's iOS Kernel Exploitation Engine: PAC Bypass, NEON R/W & More (Jamf Threat Labs) Lawsuit: AI Illegally Recorded Doctor-Patient Encounters (BankInfo Security) World Quantum Day (WorldQuantimDay) Share your feedback. What do you think about CyberWire Daily? Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts with us by completing our brief listener survey. Thank you for helping us continue to improve our show. Want to hear your company in the show? N2K CyberWire helps you reach the industry's most influential leaders and operators, while building visibility, authority, and connectivity across the cybersecurity community. Learn more at sponsor.thecyberwire.com. The CyberWire is a production of N2K Networks, your source for strategic workforce intelligence. © N2K Networks, Inc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Layla King discusses her impactful Girl Scout Gold Award project to restore Lincoln Cemetery, a historically Black cemetery in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Partnering with the organization Saving Our Ancestors Legacy (SOAL), Layla took a hands-on approach to preservation, learning to clean and level headstones using specialized solutions to ensure the names of those buried there remain visible to future generations. Beyond the physical labor, Layla utilized her leadership role in SkillsUSA to launch a school-wide awareness campaign and donor drive, successfully bridging the gap between spreading a message and inspiring community action. Her project not only honored local history but also paved the way for her current success as a computer science major at Howard University and the founder of her own web design business. More from Layla: I'm Layla King, a freshman Computer Science major attending Howard University. I've been involved in Girl Scouts since I was little (about 2013), starting as a Daisy and working my way up, then finishing as a Juliette to earn my Gold Award in 2025. Outside of Girl Scouts, I own a web design business called A Young Mindset, where my long-term goal is to build an agency that values more than profit. I want to invest in community service projects and provide unemployed people with the opportunity to learn web design through a training program and eventually work at my company. I want my business to be a tool for lifting others up. In college, I'm involved in Howard's Inaugural DECA Cohort, the College of Engineering & Architecture Council as an Advocacy & Inclusion Intern, and the National Society of Black Engineers. In high school, I played soccer and ran track, participated in FBLA (won 1st in PA for website design and 10th nationally), SkillsUSA as Vice President (placed 3rd in PA for web development and design), the National Honor Society as Co-President, the National Technical Honor Society, and Four Diamonds. Lastly, I became an Amazon Future Engineer Scholar. Personal Portfolio Website: laylaking.com/ Business Website: ayoungmindset.com/ Instagram: @lay.kin9 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/layla-king/ Lincoln Cemetery SOAL Website: lincolncemetery.org/ Full transcript available on SubStack: https://substack.com/@sherylmrobinson

In the first episode of season 6, Alexandra Ebert sits down with Kai Zenner, Head of Office and Digital Policy Adviser to MEP Axel Voss at the European Parliament, for a deep dive into Europe's digital future. They outline what Brussels is still not getting right on AI and debate what is urgently needed in 2026: a long-term AI, data & digital strategy for Europe, the courage for bold political leadership, and taking action where it matters most. KEY TOPICS:00:00 — Intro07:08 — Davos and the geopolitics of AI12:03 — Why the EU lacks a long-term strategy for AI and digital policy16:09 — The “European Way”: Partnerships and more focus on  areas where the EU could actually lead24:00 — Beyond scattered Moonshots: Making AI work across the European economy27:58 — AI Factories and Digital Innovation Hubs? That's not enough! The EU needs an AI innovation ecosystem31:09 — The EU's opportunity costs of chasing frontier models and more compute. Let's focus on AI adoption instead!36:52 — Proprietary business data: The EU's real competitive AI advantage?39:05 — Where the Data Act &  Data Governance Act fall short50:08 — Why the EU policy cycle is broken — and why Kai calls for more courage and bold political leadership53:25 — The biggest risks & opportunities in 2026 for the EU's digital policy 57:42 — The surprising impact of public procurement on the AI startup ecosystemFollow Kai Zenner on:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kzenner/?skipRedirect=trueWebsite: https://www.kaizenner.eu/

Get the latest on why Mark Zuckerberg is testifying today. Plus, is it time to take a digital detox? And places you're being watched that may surprise you.

Get the latest on why Mark Zuckerberg is testifying today. Plus, is it time to take a digital detox? And places you're being watched that may surprise you.

Get the latest on why Mark Zuckerberg is testifying today. Plus, is it time to take a digital detox? And places you're being watched that may surprise you.

Get the latest on why Mark Zuckerberg is testifying today. Plus, is it time to take a digital detox? And places you're being watched that may surprise you.

Get the latest on why Mark Zuckerberg is testifying today. Plus, is it time to take a digital detox? And places you're being watched that may surprise you.

In this episode of Enterprise Sessions from the University of Bristol, Professor Michele Barbour sits down with Dr. Richard Cole, Lecturer in Digital Futures within the Department of Classics and Ancient History, for a fascinating deep dive into the unexpected synergy between ancient narratives and cutting-edge technology.  Discover how Richard's journey from historical fiction to virtual reality and AI-powered gaming led to the creation of the Bristol Digital Game Lab, a hub for interdisciplinary collaboration between academia and the gaming industry. From algorithmic bias to postnatal depression, learn how game jams and immersive storytelling are being used to tackle complex societal challenges.  

Get the latest on why Mark Zuckerberg is testifying today. Plus, is it time to take a digital detox? And places you're being watched that may surprise you.

Get the latest on why Mark Zuckerberg is testifying today. Plus, is it time to take a digital detox? And places you're being watched that may surprise you.

Industrial distribution rarely makes headlines, yet it quietly powers nearly every corner of the modern economy. When factories run, hospitals operate, and infrastructure stands strong, it's because an intricate and largely invisible supply network is performing as intended. . Today, that network is under pressure from rising customer expectations, global volatility, and rapid advances in artificial intelligence. Even industries built on stability are being forced to rethink how they operate; the question is, can they adapt fast enough?  On this episode of The Reboot Chronicles, we sit down with Brian Walker, Chief Product Officer of WW Grainger. Founded in 1927 and headquartered in Lake Forest, Illinois, Grainger is a Fortune 500 company generating $18 billion in annual revenue, employing roughly 26,000 people, and delivering more than 30 million products daily to customers across nearly every U.S. ZIP code' now imagine the global reach. . Brian is leading one of the largest B2B digital transformations in the world, rebooting how industrial, commercial, and government buyers connect and transact at scale; as pressure to modernize accelerates with diminishing margins.  Let's explore how this 20year veteran is leveraging technology to prove that reinvention is not only possible, but profitable 

Parents of under-fives in England are to be offered official advice on how long their children should spend watching TV or looking at computer screens. It comes as government research shows about 98% of children under two were watching screens on a daily basis - with parents, teachers and nursery staff saying youngsters were finding it harder to hold conversations or concentrate on learning. To discuss this further Nuala McGovern is joined by Kate Silverton, child counsellor and parenting author, and Professor Sonia Livingstone from the London School of Economics and author of Parenting for a Digital Future. In 2025 alone she walked at Paris Fashion Week, spoke at the United Nations about face equality and won 'Fashion and beauty influencer of the year' at the the UK and Ireland TikTok awards, all while managing a chronic illness. Nikki Lilly is a Bafta and Emmy award-winner, an influencer and a campaigner and she joined Anita Rani in the studio.The latest series of The Traitors has sparked controversy after two black women, Netty and Judy, were the first to leave – one ‘murdered' by the Traitors and the other banished at the roundtable. The debate goes beyond the game - is it exposing unconscious bias and raising bigger questions? Do reality TV shows like this hold up a mirror to society, revealing uncomfortable truths around racism, misogyny, and ageism? Author and arts columnist at the Independent Micha Frazer-Carroll and freelance writer Chloe Laws, who have both written on this topic and are both fans of the show, discuss.What happens if the person you're in a relationship with doesn't quite meet all the qualities you look for in a long-term partner? Do you stay anyway? Journalist Eve Simmons has recently written about this in her new book, ‘What She Did Next', which looks at why millennial women might settle for what she calls ‘subpar' relationships. Nuala was also joined by psychotherapist and broadcaster Lucy Beresford who believes it may not just be women settling for less.Miss Marple and Poirot have been household names for decades but now one of Agatha Christie's lesser-known sleuths – Lady Eileen ‘Bundle' Brent - is finally getting her time in the spotlight. The fearless young amateur detective is the focus of new Netflix mystery series Seven Dials. Mia McKenna-Bruce is the award-winning actor bringing ‘Bundle' to the screen, alongside Helena Bonham-Carter and Martin Freeman, and Mia joined presenter Nuala live in the studio.The Ayoub Sisters are Scottish Egyptian siblings Sarah and Laura Ayoub who play cello and violin. Their debut album was recorded in Abbey Road Studios with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. Their second album, Arabesque, was released independently and went to number one in the iTunes chart. They are about to undertake a UK tour to celebrate their 10th anniversary, which will include the premiere of their Arabic Symphony in a homecoming concert in Glasgow.Presenter: Anita Rani Producer: Annette Wells

Arkansas is being rapidly targeted by companies building AI and cloud data centers because of cheap land, lax regulations, and low utility costs. The state and local elected officials will scream that AI data centers bring in so many jobs and revenue to Arkansas but they won't tell you about:1. The extreme amount of water consumption needed for data centers for the cooling.2. Massive electricity demand that raises utility rates for working families, all of our utility rates will rise while the billion-dollar corporations running the centers will get discounts on their bills.3. Noise pollution that harms nearby residents, that makes our small communities unlivable or undesirable for residents.4. Environmental harm on rural and low-income communities5. They are dealing in corporate secrecy and little democratic oversight, none of their contracts have been made open to the public.6. Few permanent jobs relative to the harm they cause.7. Potential displacement due to land grabs and pressure on small towns. If you're interested in meeting with me to learn more drop a comment so that we can schedule a time.Tap in with me January 31, 2026 1:00pm for a community discussion about this data center campaign. Contact me at Osyrus Bolly - osyrusb@gmail.com

In this episode of WCG Talks Trials, host Gabriella Tost sits down with Latin America regional experts Mercedes Lopez, Camila Santos, and Sebastian Florez to explore how artificial intelligence, telemedicine, and wearable technologies are reshaping clinical research across Latin America. From expanding access through virtual care to empowering patients with biosensors, the conversation highlights how digital tools are breaking longstanding barriers to participation — especially for rural and underserved communities. The group dives into the growing role of AI in participant identification, site selection, and overcoming fragmented health records — challenges historically unique to the region. They also discuss rapid regulatory modernization in countries like Brazil, Mexico, and Ecuador, which is accelerating approvals, enabling decentralized trials, and fostering a fertile environment for global investment. Looking ahead, the experts paint an exciting picture of what research will look like by 2026: connected data ecosystems, hybrid study models, stronger community engagement, and more inclusive recruitment than ever before. Whether you're a sponsor, site, or technology innovator, this episode offers clear insights into why Latin America is becoming a global leader in digital-forward, participant-centered clinical trials. For more into these insights, read their article, “AI and the Digital Future of Health in Latin America: A Sponsor's Opportunity,” in the 2026 Trends & Insights Report.  

Parents of under-fives in England are to be offered official advice on how long their children should spend watching TV or looking at computer screens. It comes as government research shows about 98% of children under two were watching screens on a daily basis - with parents, teachers and nursery staff saying youngsters were finding it harder to hold conversations or concentrate on learning. To discuss this further Nuala McGovern is joined by Kate Silverton, child counsellor and parenting author, and Professor Sonia Livingstone from the London School of Economics and author of Parenting for a Digital Future. Heather Rose's latest novel, A Great Act of Love, is set around a real-life vineyard in Tasmania in the early 19th century. This was at a time when Tasmania, or Van Diemen's Land as it was called then, was still a British penal colony. It was while she was researching this book that Heather discovered her own family's dark history and its connection to the land, which she has interwoven into the story. This year marks the centenary of the Adoption of Children Act 1926. It was the first legislation enabling the legal adoption of children in England and Wales, with equivalent legislation passed in Northern Ireland in 1929 and in Scotland in 1930. Joining Nuala to discuss the significance of the passing of this act is Dame Carol Homden, Chief Executive of Coram, Harriet Ward, Emeritus Professor at Loughborough University and currently writing a book about the history of adoption, and Zoe Lambert, who was adopted at five months old and is the founder of In-Between Lines, that works with adoptees, adoption agencies and advocacy groups. The Ayoub Sisters are Scottish Egyptian siblings Sarah and Laura Ayoub who play cello and violin. Their debut album was recorded in Abbey Road Studios with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. Their second album, Arabesque, was released independently and went to number one in the iTunes chart. They are about to undertake a UK tour to celebrate their 10th anniversary, which will include the premiere of their Arabic Symphony in a homecoming concert in Glasgow. Presenter: Nuala McGovern Producer: Andrea Kidd

Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping the digital world our children grow up in, creating opportunities for learning and connection—but also ushering in complex new challenges for safety, attention, identity, and mental health. In this timely episode, we sit down with Dr. Scott Kollins, Chief Medical Officer at Aura and a nationally recognized expert in ADHD, digital health, and youth mental wellness.Together, we explore how AI-driven platforms represent a significant evolution from earlier forms of digital media. Dr. Kollins explains how algorithmic personalization, generative content, and immersive engagement tools influence children's attention patterns, behavior, and even neurological development. He highlights emerging concerns surrounding AI-generated characters and influencers designed to mimic friendship and connection—raising important considerations for social development, empathy, and identity formation in childhood.The conversation also delves into the growing difficulty children face in distinguishing real from artificial experiences online, and how this blurring of reality can shape emotional regulation, perception, and worldview. Dr. Kollins discusses the mental health implications of AI systems that feel responsive or “alive” to young users, and what it means to parent in an era where digital platforms may seem to be constantly listening.This episode offers an essential, research-grounded understanding of the digital landscape parents are navigating today, and provides guidance for supporting children's well-being as technology continues to evolve at unprecedented speed.For more information: Join the Study: Click herehttps://www.aura.com/ https://meetcircle.com/The Parent Coach: We're launching The Parent Coach—your new go-to place for instant parenting support. Ask a question and get immediate guidance plus a three-minute expert video, all at your fingertips. No more endless scrolling or long courses.Join now and become one of our first 1,000 early adopters to lock in a heavily discounted introductory price.The 2026 ICP Parenting Summit is coming!Join us March 16–19 for 35+ expert masterclasses and four interactive half-day workshops, featuring leading voices like Ross Greene, Laura Markham, Robert Melillo, Lawrence Cohen, Kim John Payne, and Jon Fogel. We'll be diving into the topics parents need most: screens, discipline, anxiety, emotional regulation, neurodiversity, resilience, play, and more.The summit is completely free, and VIP packages include lifetime access, toolkits, certificates, and a digital copy of The Parenting Handbook.Click here to save your seat! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How can we reclaim the internet? Tom Sutcliffe and guests discuss the digital age - its supporters and discontents. Tech critic Cory Doctorow introduces his new book Enshittification, a blistering diagnosis of how online platforms have decayed — from innovation to exploitation — and what we can do to make it better for ordinary users. Novelist and broadcaster Naomi Alderman draws on history in Don't Burn Anyone at the Stake Today, arguing that we've lived through information crises before, and that lessons from the invention of writing and the printing press can help us navigate today's digital turbulence. Journalist Oliver Moody, the author of Baltic: The Future of Europe, discusses Estonia's radical embrace of digital governance, and what it reveals about the possibilities — and limits — of a truly connected state.Producer: Katy Hickman Assistant Producer: Natalia Fernandez

In this episode of The WillPower Podcast, Will Holdren sits down with Albert Howard, co-founder of MiniBranch, a cutting-edge digital solutions company helping community banks and credit unions modernize through AI and automation.Albert shares how MiniBranch is transforming traditional banking by integrating smart tools like AI-powered chatbots, digital onboarding, and personalized customer experiences. With over a decade of experience in both sales and banking, Albert offers a rare insider's perspective on where the financial industry is headed — and how innovation and technology are reshaping the way institutions connect with customers.Tune in to hear how AI is revolutionizing banking, what challenges smaller institutions face in the digital shift, and how entrepreneurs can ride this wave of transformation to build scalable, tech-forward businesses.Get your copy of Rick Segal's book, The Heart of It here: https://amplifypublishinggroup.com/product/nonfiction/business-and-finance/entrepreneurship/the-heart-of-it/

What happens when a tech leader with a background in democratizing design at companies like Figma turns their attention to architecture? This week, we're joined by Radhika Parashar Narain, Head of Marketing at Arcol, a software company reimagining how architects design and collaborate.Coming from the world of Software as a Service (SaaS), Radhika offers a fresh and insightful perspective on a profession she finds fascinatingly complex and creative, yet overdue for better tools. She shares her initial shock at the fragmented, inefficient, and often joyless workflows architects are forced to navigate. Radhika discusses the cultural and practical hurdles to tech adoption in an industry rooted in tradition, from the high "cost of change" after years spent learning legacy software to a scarcity mindset around collaboration. The conversation explores how Arcol, founded with a "Figma for BIM" ethos, aims to bring simplicity, accessibility, and collaboration to the earliest stages of design.Ultimately, Radhika's vision is not about disruption for its own sake, but about empowerment. She argues that by embracing intuitively designed, cloud-based tools, architects can reduce friction, foster collaboration, and rediscover the joy in their craft. Her hope is for architects to raise their standards for the software they use every day."My hope for the profession is for architects to have as high expectations as we have of the tools that we can foresee and we can kind of imagine can bring that joy back to the process." - Radhika Parashar NarainThis episode concludes with a call for the profession to see technology as a leverage point. Radhika encourages architects, especially students and smaller firms, to experiment early, build collaboration as a muscle, and use new tools to "punch above their weight." By democratizing access to powerful, well-designed software, the next generation can move beyond the limitations of legacy systems and focus on what they do best: creating the built world.Guest:Radhika Parashar Narain is the Head of Marketing at Arcol, a software company building a new generation of design and collaboration tools for architects. With a background in SaaS and design technology, including a tenure at Figma, she is passionate about empowering creators with better tools and making design more accessible to everyone.Is This Episode for You?This episode is for you if:✅ You are an architect frustrated with your current software and workflows. ✅ You are curious about how the mindset of Silicon Valley (SaaS) applies to the AEC industry. ✅ You want to understand the challenges and opportunities of tech adoption in architecture. ✅ You believe in the power of technology to democratize design and empower smaller firms. ✅ You are a student or educator looking for the next wave of tools that will shape the future of practice.