Podcasts about Interoperability

Modern warfare is no longer defined by who has the biggest force, but by who can adapt the fastest. The battlefield is changing in real time through artificial intelligence, autonomous systems, cyber capabilities, and the speed of information. But even in the most advanced operating environments, victory still comes down to disciplined leaders, trusted teams, and soldiers prepared to make decisions under pressure when everything is on the line.The responsibility for America's rapid response to any crisis belongs to the Army's XVIII Airborne Corps.From their headquarters at Fort Bragg, NC, Fran Racioppi sat down with Lieutenant General Greg Anderson, Commanding General of the XVIII Airborne Corps, to discuss how he is preparing America's Contingency Corps for combat in an increasingly dangerous world.Leading more than 80,000 soldiers across the 3rd Infantry Division, 10th Mountain Division, 82nd Airborne Division, and 101st Airborne Division, and other subordinate commands, LTG Anderson explains how the Corps balances readiness, speed, and innovation while maintaining the fundamentals that have always defined military success.Our conversation explores the role of Noncommissioned Officer, the importance of mastering the basics, and why leadership development remains America's greatest asymmetric advantage. We also discuss the integration of conventional and special operations forces, the concept of compound warfare, and the difference between interoperability and true integration on the battlefield.LTG Anderson breaks down the Corps' push toward innovation through initiatives like the Joint Innovation Outpost and experimental exercises that incorporate artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data-driven decision-making into operational planning. But even as technology changes warfare, he makes one thing clear; there must always be a human in the loop.Highlights0:00 Introduction2:17 Welcome to the Jedburgh Podcast4:01 The role of XVIII Airborne Corps9:57 Empowering NCOs14:58 Joint Innovation Outpost19:00 Speeding the Acquisition Timeline22:53 Keeping A Human in the Loop25:41 Integration vs Interoperability29:13 Guiding the Tactical Level Leader32:48 Compound Warfare Today37:22 Generational Warfighting Differences42:00 The XVIII Airborne Corps Formation45:04 Daily HabitsQuotes“What operational problems do they expect us to solve for them?”“If I've got a strong team…we'll typically prevail.”“Certainly what I've learned of any value has come from non-commissioned officers that raised me up.”“The role of the non-commissioned officer is to become the technical tactical experts in the application of violence at the tactical level.”“What are we doing to get the NCO corps to that point where they are the Army?”“How do we use advanced computing to allow us to make decisions more informed and faster than our opponents?”“The advantage of war fighting is not replacing humans with machine decision making. It's now creating superhumans that are enabled by it.”“Interoperability is our ability to work together in an efficient, effective manner.”“Compound Warfare is the blending of regular and irregular capabilities to create a host of dilemmas for your enemy.”“You'll never be able to tell that tactical level leader when things are going to change and shift if you haven't done the operational level rigor.”“My role as the general is not to solve the problem or be the hero that comes in, but to think and understand the problem we're trying to solve.”The Jedburgh Podcast is brought to you by OneBrief; enabling military leaders to make innovative, informed and deliberate decisions faster than ever before. Superhuman command wins wars.Follow the Jedburgh Podcast and the Green Beret Foundation on social media. Listen on your favorite podcast platform, read on our website, and watch the full video version on YouTube as we show why America must continue to lead from the front, no matter the challenge.

Grizz Griswold (Executive Producer of Global Programs & Content at FINOS) kicks off Season 6 of the Open Source in Finance Podcast with an absolute masterclass preview of OSFF London 2026. Discover how the global financial industry is shifting its focus from basic LLM experimentation to production-grade agentic safety, deterministic workflows, and cross-hyperscaler cloud controls.

In this episode of The Dish on Health IT, Tony Schueth, CEO of Point-of-Care Partners (POCP), welcomes Pooja Babbrah, Executive Vice President of Strategy and Industry Alignment at NCPDP, and Anna Taylor, Associate Vice President of Population Health and Value-Based Care at MultiCare Health System and Steering Committee member of the HL7 Da Vinci Project, for a discussion on the relationship between standards development and policymaking.  Using the CMS “Interoperability Standards and Prior Authorization for Drugs” Proposed Rule (CMS-0062-P) as a backdrop, the conversation explores how standards communities, implementation accelerators, pilot programs, and industry collaboration influence healthcare interoperability long before requirements appear in federal regulations. Tony opens the discussion by asking how organizations should think about the relationship between standards development and policymaking today. Pooja and Anna explain that organizations such as the HL7 Da Vinci Project and NCPDP Standards are often viewed as technical standards bodies, when in reality they serve as collaborative forums where providers, payers, vendors, pharmacists, regulators, and other stakeholders work through real-world operational challenges. The conversation then shifts to the value of participating early. Tony asks what organizations miss when they wait for final rules before becoming involved. Anna discusses the operational, strategic, and financial advantages organizations can gain by participating in standards development activities, implementation guide development, pilots, testing events, and implementation communities. As part of that discussion, Tony and Anna touch on the growing body of production implementations supported by Da Vinci. Organizations interested in understanding how these implementation guides are being deployed across the industry can explore the Da Vinci In-Action Implementation Tracker, which documents real-world adoption efforts and implementation progress. Pooja expands on the importance of creating opportunities for broader industry participation. She describes NCPDP Collab, an interactive forum open to both members and non-members that provides a venue for discussing workflow challenges, implementation barriers, and emerging industry needs before formal standards development begins. The discussion naturally progresses into the CMS “Interoperability Standards and Prior Authorization for Drugs” Proposed Rule (CMS-0062-P), which directly references standards and implementation approaches developed by both NCPDP and Da Vinci. As Tony guides the conversation toward implementation, Anna discusses how Da Vinci's collaborative testing model and initiatives such as Trebuchet help organizations evaluate interoperability workflows in real-world settings before widespread adoption. The discussion then turns to one of the central themes of CMS-0062-P: the convergence of pharmacy and medical benefit workflows. Pooja explains that while patients and providers simply want access to treatment, healthcare organizations continue to operate within separate medical and pharmacy benefit structures. She argues that future interoperability efforts must focus less on the underlying standards and more on creating workflows that deliver a seamless experience for providers and patients regardless of where coverage resides. Building on that theme, Tony asks how healthcare organizations should think differently about workflow design. Drawing on her background in human factors engineering, Anna argues that healthcare has historically allowed technology to dictate workflows rather than designing technology around how people actually work. She advocates for starting with desired outcomes and user experience, then working backward to determine how standards, automation, and technology can support those goals. The conversation then moves to trust, adoption, and data quality. Tony observes that interoperability is no longer simply about moving data but about delivering the right information at the right time and within the right workflow. Anna discusses the importance of consistency and reliability in building trust, while Pooja shares examples of how incomplete implementations can undermine provider confidence even when standards and technology are technically available. Together, they argue that adoption depends as much on usability and trust as it does on technical capability. Returning to CMS-0062-P, Tony asks where organizations should focus their feedback beyond timelines and compliance concerns. Both guests encourage stakeholders to look closely at the broader strategic questions embedded throughout the proposed rule, particularly the requests for information that may signal future policy priorities. Rather than focusing solely on implementation challenges, they encourage organizations to use the comment process as an opportunity to help shape how healthcare workflows should function in the future. The episode concludes with Tony's signature question: what should healthcare stakeholders think differently about or start doing differently tomorrow? Pooja highlights the expanding role pharmacists can play in care coordination, medication management, and prior authorization workflows, arguing that pharmacists remain an underutilized resource within the healthcare ecosystem. Anna closes with a call for broader participation across healthcare, encouraging providers, employers, patients, vendors, and other stakeholders to engage with standards communities and implementation efforts. She emphasizes that meaningful progress happens when stakeholders move beyond identifying problems and actively participate in building solutions. Throughout the discussion, Tony reinforces a central theme: the future of healthcare interoperability is not being shaped solely through regulation. It is shaped through the collaboration, testing, implementation, and problem-solving taking place every day within standards organizations, implementation accelerators, pilot programs, and stakeholder communities. Organizations that want to influence the future of healthcare should not wait for final rules to arrive. They should participate in the conversations that help create them.  

The AV industry has spent years talking about interoperability. Now it's facing a bigger question: do customers really want open ecosystems, or have they already chosen convenience over choice? While Microsoft continues to dominate the meeting room conversation, OpenAV Cloud believes the future belongs to open APIs. That's a debate worth having.The video version of this podcast can be found here.Join host Tim Albright and his expert guests as they unpack a new Blue Touch Paper study, the growing importance of Teams Room strategy, and the push for industry-wide API frameworks. From platform consolidation to the next evolution of integration, this AVWeek episode tackles the topics everyone will be talking about.Host: Tim AlbrightGuests:Dawn Meade – Dawn on LinkedInRob Rasberry – Drexel UniversityMark Coxon – AVI-SPLThis Week In AV:Zoom – Zoom launches ZoomMateAV Network – Shure Enhances Microflex AdvancerAVe Pubs – Epson Enters dvLED Market With LE-C1 Display SeriesYahoo! Finance – Mark Roberts Motion Control Limited Shutting DownInavate – Kickstarter campaign launched for scent displayRoundtable Topics:Inavate – OpenAV Cloud: why open APIs could solve AV's interoperability problemAVNation – Microsoft Teams Room Strategy: Why IT Buyers Need to Decide NowSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, Isaiah Nathaniel, CPHIMS, Senior Vice President & Chief Information Officer (SVP & CIO), Delaware Valley Community Health, Inc., shares his vision for using AI, interoperability, and digital health to strengthen care delivery for underserved communities. He discusses leading a major Epic implementation, reducing administrative burdens for clinicians, and building a more connected healthcare ecosystem centered on the patient.

In this episode, Isaiah Nathaniel, CPHIMS, Senior Vice President & Chief Information Officer (SVP & CIO), Delaware Valley Community Health, Inc., shares his vision for using AI, interoperability, and digital health to strengthen care delivery for underserved communities. He discusses leading a major Epic implementation, reducing administrative burdens for clinicians, and building a more connected healthcare ecosystem centered on the patient.

After briefly de-emphasizing targeted TV ads during the Discovery merger, Warner Bros. Discovery has rapidly rebuilt its infrastructure to offer clients unprecedented transparency and accountability. In this live recording from the GoAddressable upfront breakfast, learn how premium IP content is joining forces with sophisticated data waterfalls to challenge the dominance of walled gardens. Key Highlights

On today's episode, Philips's chief medical officer Carla Goulart Peron shares how artificial intelligence is reshaping health care — not by replacing clinicians but by expanding access, improving diagnostics, and freeing doctors to focus more time on patients. Drawing on her experience practicing medicine in Brazil's strained public health system, she explains how technologies like AI-assisted imaging and remote collaboration can bridge critical gaps in care. Carla also explores the challenges of trust, bias, interoperability, and women's health data in the next era of AI-enabled medicine. She offers a grounded, global perspective on how technology can make health care more human. Read the episode transcript here. Guest bio: Dr. Carla Goulart Peron is chief medical officer at Philips. A physician by training, she leads the global team shaping the health technology company's medical strategy for achieving scientific excellence across medical affairs, clinical research, medical safety, and health economics. Before joining Philips, she was vice president and chief medical officer for surgical innovations and robotics at Medtronic. Me, Myself, and AI is a podcast produced by MIT Sloan Management Review and hosted by Sam Ransbotham. It is engineered by David Lishansky and produced by Allison Ryder. We encourage you to rate and review our show. Your comments may be used in Me, Myself, and AI materials. ME, MYSELF, AND AI® is a federally registered trademark of Massachusetts Institute of Technology. All rights reserved.

This episode recorded live at the Becker's Spring 2026 Payer Issues Roundtable features Cara Wahmann, Executive Director Clinical Oversight & Ops Support, HCSC,  who discusses how health plans are navigating rising complexity across regulation, digital transformation, and member expectations. She also shares insights on using interoperability and AI to reduce administrative friction, digitize clinical policies, and improve consistency, personalization, and outcomes across payer operations.In collaboration with Hippocratic AI.

S1E2: What buyers and builders should know about Prior Auth Interoperability On this episode host Shahid Shah features a detailed discussion about CMS's new drug prior authorization interoperability proposed rule, focusing on the opportunities and challenges it presents for builders, buyers, and investors in healthcare technology. Who is about to build the wrong thing chasing the right problem? Comment period ends on 6/15/26. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

How can interoperability, policy, and technology come together to solve some of healthcare's most stubborn challenges? On episode 108 of Astonishing Healthcare, host Justin Venneri sits down with Brendan Keeler, Interoperability Practice Lead at HTD Health and author of the popular Health API Guy Substack. Brendan shares his journey from working at Epic Systems to becoming a leading voice in healthcare interoperability, offering insights into the intersection of policy, technology, and workflows.Together, they explore the current state of interoperability in healthcare, the impact of CMS rulemaking on prior authorizations, and the challenges of modernizing entrenched systems of record. Brendan also highlights the importance of empathy in solving healthcare's complex problems and shares his thoughts on the future of digital identity and patient data access.Key TakeawaysInteroperability is about ubiquity, not just standards. While digital standards like FHIR and NCPDP are important, true interoperability requires widespread adoption across all stakeholders to ensure seamless data exchange.CMS rulemaking is driving change in prior authorizations. New regulations aim to digitize and standardize prior authorization processes, reducing manual burdens while potentially increasing overall transaction volumes.Modernizing healthcare infrastructure is a monumental challenge. Systems of record like EHRs and claims processing platforms are deeply entrenched, making change costly and complex. Leaders often opt for incremental improvements, such as layering AI on top, rather than full-scale replacements.Empathy is key to solving healthcare problems. Bridging the "empathy gap" by making complex issues like benefit design and regulation accessible to non-experts is essential for attracting talent and driving innovation.Digital identity is foundational for the future of healthcare. Strong identity verification systems unlock trust and enable secure, seamless data sharing between patients, providers, and payers, paving the way for better outcomes.Related ContentHow to obtain Rx data and what to do with itReplay - Unified Care Navigation: A Critical Component of the Future of Health Benefits DesignAH064 - Empowering Plan Sponsors: Data Access & Analysis, with Bridget MulvennaJudi Health Policy Update – It's a Tangled Web of ProgressDisclaimerThis podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. The views expressed are those of our guests, do not constitute professional advice, and may not represent Judi Health's/Capital Rx's position on any matters discussed. We make no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy or completeness of the content; information is subject to change and may not be updated.

Gurpreet (GP) Singh, SVP, Interoperability Strategy & Solutions at ELLKAY, shared in our recent interview that the exchange of health care data between organizations is still a "luxury." Although standards for representing data are in place and a lot of progress has been made, organizations are still operating with "silos" of data and aren't able to derive the value it promises in AI and other applications.Every organization should combine its data into a single platform that handles the three aspects of data: the data network (its sources), universal access to data, and data aggregation (which includes normalization and data quality). ELLKAY is well positioned to create this platform, because it works with lab data, hospitals, ambulatory facilities, and legacy data.Learn more about ELLKAY: https://www.ellkay.com/Healthcare IT Community: https://www.healthcareittoday.com/

In this episode, Rakesh Mathew, MS, MBA, CPHIMS, Interoperability Leader at Jefferson Health Plans, joins the podcast to discuss the financial pressures facing payers and how sustained losses can reduce competition and lead to market consolidation. He shares perspectives on improving affordability and access, and outlines how organizations can prepare for success in 2027 through stronger interoperability and strategic planning.

In this episode, Rakesh Mathew, MS, MBA, CPHIMS, Interoperability Leader at Jefferson Health Plans, joins the podcast to discuss the financial pressures facing payers and how sustained losses can reduce competition and lead to market consolidation. He shares perspectives on improving affordability and access, and outlines how organizations can prepare for success in 2027 through stronger interoperability and strategic planning.

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OxygenCare, a leading Irish medical device distributor with over 54 years of experience supporting anaesthesia and critical care, has announced the Irish launch of the GE Carestation 850 Anaesthesia Delivery System at the College of Anaesthesiologists of Ireland (CAI) Annual Congress, held in O'Reilly Hall, UCD. The launch marks a significant milestone in OxygenCare's long-standing partnership with Irish healthcare, reflecting more than five decades of innovation supporting clinicians, from early gas delivery systems to today's connected, data-driven care environments. As the exclusive Irish distributor for GE HealthCare's anaesthesia portfolio, OxygenCare is introducing the GE Carestation 850 as a Digital for Care-ready platform, aligned with the HSE's evolving digital infrastructure, including the One Health Record (National EHR), NIMIS, and future integrated care systems. "The theme of this year's CAI Congress, 'The Evolution of Anaesthesia and Critical Care', perfectly reflects our journey," said Maurice Moran, Managing Director, OxygenCare. "For over 50 years, we have enabled Irish clinicians to deliver safer, more effective care as technology has evolved. The GE Carestation 850 represents the next step: advanced clinical performance combined with seamless digital integration, fully aligned with HSE Digital for Care standards. We are proud to launch it here among the clinicians shaping the future of anaesthesia in Ireland." Designed for Ireland's Digital Healthcare Ecosystem The GE Carestation 850 is built as a fully connected medical device, supporting the transition from paper-based workflows to a data-driven, integrated perioperative environment. Key Digital Features include: Interoperability by Design: Simplifying connections to other medical devices and to hospital networks. Real-time data transmission can be configured to automatically send important physiological, machine and service data to various clients simultaneously. Integrated Care Connectivity: Bi-directional data exchange with Shared Care Record and future Community Care Record. Cybersecurity Framework: Future-ready: Extra computing power to accommodate smart tools and features. AI-Ready Architecture: Supports future decision tools such as predictive alerts and ventilation optimisation. Advanced Clinical Performance The GE Carestation 850 is engineered to support the evolving demands of anaesthesia and critical care: Advanced ventilation modes for both low-flow and high-flow anaesthetic techniques. High-resolution touchscreen interface for intuitive operation and rapid clinical decision-making. Efficient vapouriser and gas management systems. Native integration with anaesthesia information systems and hospital PAS. End-tidal control (Et Control) Automatically adjusts fresh gas flows to maintain EtO2 and EtAA targets. The new GE Carestation 850 is a platform for today and for the future – engineered with digital architecture that supports ongoing software innovations while delivering advanced clinical performance combined with seamless digital integration.The system will be displayed at the CAI Congress, continuing OxygenCare's long-standing commitment to engage directly with Ireland's anaesthesia community. See more stories here. More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: https://anchor.fm/irish-tech-news If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out more about how we can help you reach our audience. You can also find and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat.

Episode Summary Particle Health CEO Jason Prestinario joins MedCity Pivot to assess the state of U.S. healthcare interoperability with clear-eyed candor. He grades the technical infrastructure a B — data can move — but gives access governance a C, because the rules around who uses data, and how, remain murky and poorly enforced. Jason draws a direct line between true interoperability and the viability of value-based care: without frictionless data access, accountability for patient outcomes is impossible. The conversation also covers Particle's antitrust lawsuit against Epic, now past its first major legal hurdle, and the broader wave of litigation challenging Epic's market dominance. Jason urges nuance: there's a meaningful difference between patients authorizing their own data use and bad actors harvesting records without consent — and conflating the two risks setting back the entire data-sharing ecosystem. Key Takeaways The data infrastructure gets a B — but access governance is still a C. The technical pipes for moving health records exist, but who can use them, when, and for what purpose remains the critical unsolved problem. Interoperability is a 'nice to have' in fee-for-service care — but it's a hard requirement for value-based care. When a provider is accountable for outcomes that happen outside their four walls, they need data from outside those walls. Information blocking penalties need teeth. Until healthcare organizations believe violations will result in real consequences, the rules won't change behavior — just like speed limits only work when drivers believe tickets are real. There's a critical distinction between patients authorizing their own data use and third parties accessing data without consent. The current Epic lawsuit debate conflates two very different scenarios that deserve separate legal and regulatory treatment. True patient data ownership is still largely a myth. Despite portals and progress, patients still face significant barriers — forgotten logins, provider-controlled systems — to accessing their own medical records programmatically. Links and Resources Connect with Arundhati Parmar aparmar@medcitynews.com Arundhati Parmar (@aparmarbb) on X MedCity News Keywords healthcare interoperability, Particle Health, Jason Prestinario, Epic lawsuit, antitrust healthcare, value-based care, CMS interoperability, TEFCA, Carequality, health data access, information blocking, 21st Century Cures Act, patient data ownership, HIPAA compliance, health information exchange, payer interoperability, digital health data, EHR data sharing, CommonWell, ONC rules Episode Highlights [00:04:22 - 00:05:16] Jason grades the interoperability 'pipes' a B-plus but gives data access governance a C at best. [00:10:56 - 00:12:37] Interoperability shifts from 'nice to have' in fee-for-service to a hard requirement in value-based care. [00:17:05 - 00:19:27] Jason explains why Particle sued Epic and what the case means for the broader healthcare data ecosystem. [00:25:11 - 00:27:11] A key distinction: patient-authorized data use versus unauthorized third-party data harvesting. [00:28:34 - 00:32:44] Why patients still can't easily access their own records — and what it would take to change that. [00:29:02 - 00:29:41] Information blocking penalties only work when organizations believe the consequences are real.

Why do so many IoT and embedded projects become harder to deliver as they scale, even when the technology itself works? As IoT and embedded projects scale, the challenge shifts from simply developing the technology… to delivering outcomes reliably. Not just technically, but commercially and operationally too. In this episode of The IoT Podcast, Jake Gilbert sits down with Dominik Kujawski, Co-CEO & CRO at needCode, to explore how that shift is changing the way connected products are being built, delivered, and supported across the IoT industry. Drawing on their experience across wireless connectivity, ultra wideband, BLE, and embedded systems, the conversation focuses on the realities that start to emerge as projects become more complex - from integration challenges and certification requirements, to reducing iteration cycles, avoiding costly rework, and aligning technical delivery with commercial expectations. Rather than approaching projects as isolated technical tasks, Dominik explains why more companies are moving towards a solution-first mindset starting with the client problem, understanding the operational context, and taking greater ownership of the end result. Jake and Dominik also discuss:

On this episode of The Dish on Health IT, Tony Schueth is joined by Dr. Thomas Keane, National Coordinator for Health IT at ONC, along with Alix Goss and Janice Reese. The conversation moves between policy, standards, and real-world implementation, with Tony often grounding the discussion in the practical friction points the industry continues to face. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

In this episode of Wavelengths, the Amphenol Broadband Solutions podcast, host Daniel Litwin continues the European broadband deep dive with Carsten Engelke, Director of Technology at ANGA, and Dr. Anthony Basham, VP of Active Products for the EMEA region at Netceed and President of SCTE, focusing on one of the most critical—and often underestimated—dimensions of next-generation networks: resilience.As fiber cements its role as the backbone of Europe's digital infrastructure, the conversation shifts beyond deployment and into durability. These networks are no longer just conduits for internet access—they underpin emergency services, energy systems, national security, and the broader digital economy. That shift raises the stakes: building fast networks is no longer enough. They must also be secure, resilient, interoperable, and adaptable to future technological change.Engelke and Basham explore how resilience must be designed into fiber networks from the outset—not retrofitted later—and why that requires a holistic approach spanning physical infrastructure, cybersecurity, AI-driven operations, workforce readiness, and global standards alignment. From network detection systems to autonomous maintenance, from interoperability gaps to lifecycle planning, this episode examines what it truly means to build broadband infrastructure that can stand the test of time. Key Discussion Highlights:• Fiber as Critical National Infrastructure: The conversation underscores that fiber networks now support far more than connectivity—they are foundational to public services, emergency response, energy systems, and national economies. This elevates resilience and security from optional considerations to core design requirements.• Resilience Requires a Holistic Approach: Basham emphasizes that resilience cannot be solved with a single technology or policy. It must integrate physical infrastructure protection, power redundancy, cybersecurity, supply chain integrity, and workforce preparedness into one cohesive strategy.• Cybersecurity Pressure Is Rising Fast: With increasing geopolitical tensions and regulatory frameworks like the EU's Cyber Resilience Act and Cybersecurity Act, operators face growing pressure to implement advanced monitoring, detection, and response systems—often driven as much by compliance as by operational necessity.• AI and Network Detection Are Becoming Essential: As network traffic complexity grows beyond human-scale analysis, tools like Network Detection and Response (NDR) systems, machine learning, and behavioral analytics are becoming critical for identifying anomalies, threats, and performance issues in real time.• The Role—and Limits—of Automation: While AI enables proactive maintenance, self-healing networks, and smarter deployment planning, both guests stress that human expertise remains essential. Engineers will still design architectures, interpret edge cases, and make strategic decisions—AI acts as an augmentation layer, not a replacement.• Workforce Transformation and Training Challenges: As networks become more software-driven and AI-assisted, the industry must rethink how technicians are trained. Future roles will require a blend of traditional field skills and digital intelligence—making global, standardized training frameworks more important than ever.• Interoperability and Standards Are Still Gaps: The discussion highlights ongoing fragmentation across vendors and systems, particularly in fiber environments. Without stronger global standards and interoperability, operators risk increased complexity, higher costs, and slower adoption.• Designing for Long Life vs. Fast Rollout: A key tension emerges between speed and durability. Rapid fiber deployment has often prioritized rollout velocity over long-term resilience, but future networks must balance both—building passive infrastructure for decades-long endurance while allowing active components to evolve.• Lifecycle Thinking and Circularity: Sustainability plays a growing role in resilience strategy. Operators must plan for equipment reuse, replacement cycles, and energy efficiency—treating networks as long-term systems rather than one-time builds.• Global Coordination and Standardization: Both guests stress the importance of aligning European efforts with global standards bodies and international partners. Broadband infrastructure must operate seamlessly across borders, making interoperability and shared frameworks essential.This episode brings the European broadband conversation full circle—moving from deployment strategy to long-term viability. It highlights a critical shift in industry thinking: success will not be defined solely by how quickly fiber is rolled out, but by how well those networks can adapt, endure, and operate securely in an increasingly complex digital landscape.

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In this episode of The Dish on Health IT, Tony Schueth is joined by Dr. Thomas Keane, National Coordinator for Health IT at ONC, along with Alix Goss and Janice Reese. The conversation moves between policy, standards, and real-world implementation, with Tony often grounding the discussion in the practical friction points the industry continues to face. Tony opens by noting that “ONC is ONC again,” setting a lighter tone while also framing the broader conversation around where federal health IT policy is headed. He highlights Dr. Keane's unusual background spanning engineering, clinical practice, and federal leadership, asking how that path shaped his perspective on impact. Dr. Keane explains that his transition into policy was driven by exposure and opportunity, but importantly, he continues to practice medicine. Tony picks up on that point, noting how rare it is for a National Coordinator to still be actively practicing, reinforcing the value of having a policy leader grounded in real-world care delivery. Interoperability at the “Speed of Trust” Tony then shifts the conversation to one of his core themes: interoperability as infrastructure. He references Dr. Keane's framing of interoperability needing to operate at the “speed of trust,” and pushes on the tension between that vision and the reality of legacy systems still dominating the market. Dr. Keane responds by walking through ONC's dual-track approach. On one hand, rulemaking like HTI-5 is pushing toward a FHIR-based, API-driven future. On the other, ONC recognizes that legacy standards are deeply embedded and must continue to be supported. He also points to the CMS Health Tech Ecosystem initiative as a powerful example of how government can accelerate progress by convening stakeholders rather than relying solely on regulation. Tony brings Janice Reese into the discussion to ground this vision in implementation reality. Janice emphasizes that the biggest barriers are not the APIs themselves, but the underlying trust infrastructure. She outlines identity, security, consent, and directory services as the key gaps preventing interoperability from scaling nationally. Imaging as a Case Study in Misaligned Incentives Tony pivots to diagnostic imaging, framing it as a clear example where standards exist but adoption lags. He references the continued reliance on physical media like CDs and asks whether the issue is less about technology and more about incentives and certification. Dr. Keane agrees and shares a detailed example from his time as a radiologist, describing how consolidating imaging workflows improved efficiency and reduced turnaround times. He uses this to illustrate the broader point: the technology exists, but economic and operational incentives often work against seamless data exchange. He also notes that ONC's recent RFI is intended to better understand these barriers and inform future rulemaking. Tony keeps the tone light with a quick aside about McDonald's and queue efficiency, but uses it to reinforce a serious point. Even when better systems exist, organizations sometimes stick with less efficient models because they are familiar or expected. Prior Authorization: Progress, but Still Fragmented Tony then moves into prior authorization, referencing CMS-0057 and Da Vinci use cases as signs of progress, particularly on the medical side. He contrasts that with the ongoing fragmentation in pharmacy prior authorization and asks how ONC is thinking about bridging that gap. Dr. Keane emphasizes that standards alone are not enough. Real progress depends on making those standards usable in practice. He points to ongoing work with EHR vendors, PBMs, and intermediaries to ensure that real-time prescription benefit tools deliver complete and accurate information that clinicians can trust. Tony and Alix build on this by connecting real-time benefit checks to broader price transparency efforts, suggesting that combining these capabilities could fundamentally change how patients and providers make decisions together at the point of care.  Price Transparency: Still Not Patient-Friendly Tony directly challenges the current state of price transparency, asking how the industry moves beyond “check-the-box” compliance to delivering something that is actually usable for patients. Dr. Keane acknowledges that while progress has been made, much of the data remains too complex and not sufficiently tailored to individual patients. He notes that CMS continues to iterate on requirements, but that making cost information actionable at the point of care remains an ongoing challenge. AI: From Hype to Real Utility Tony transitions to AI with a callback to a joke Dr. Keane made about AI either transforming healthcare or reducing it to three bullet points. He uses that setup to ask whether AI can realistically make complex healthcare data usable for patients and clinicians. Dr. Keane answers with a firm yes, pointing to existing use cases in radiology and clinical workflows where AI is already improving accuracy and efficiency. He shares examples of AI identifying stroke patterns, highlighting abnormalities in imaging, and even summarizing clinical reports. Tony then brings the conversation back to risk, asking about overreliance on AI and how policy should address bias and accountability. Dr. Keane is clear that responsibility still sits with the clinician, noting that physicians are trained to recognize bias and must independently validate AI-driven insights. Janice and Alix add that AI's success ultimately depends on the quality and standardization of the underlying data. Without consistent, trusted data, AI will simply amplify existing gaps. Information Blocking and Enforcement Tony closes the main discussion by turning to information blocking, asking what message ONC has for organizations that continue to restrict data access under the guise of technical or legal constraints. Dr. Keane outlines a range of enforcement mechanisms, from corrective action plans to potential financial penalties. He emphasizes that while ONC prefers to work with organizations to resolve issues, the expectation is clear: data must flow. Final Call to Action: Data Liquidity As always, Tony ends with a call-to-action question. If there were one thing the industry could do starting tomorrow, what would it be? Dr. Keane's answer is direct: make data liquid. He ties this back to reducing administrative burden, improving price transparency, and enabling better patient decision-making. The goal is a system where data flows seamlessly, at the direction of the patient, to support care and operations. Janice and Alix close by reinforcing that the industry does not lack standards or policy direction. The real challenge is aligning stakeholders and scaling adoption.  

Interoperability's New Era: The Technologies Reshaping Healthcare Data Exchange Host Jenna Hagan talks to with Muhammad “Mo” Chebli, VP of product management, interoperability, at NextGen Healthcare, about the evolving landscape of healthcare interoperability. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen/

This episode is a re-air of one of our most popular conversations, featuring insights worth revisiting. This week on The Data Stack Show, Eric and John welcome Michael Driscoll, Co-Founder and CEO of Rill Data. Mike discusses the transformative impact of AI on business intelligence (BI) and data analytics. He also explores the shift from traditional dashboard-based tools to more dynamic, code-driven, and AI-powered interfaces that provide deeper insights. During the conversation, the group emphasizes the importance of a metrics-first approach, the potential of leapfrog architectures using technologies like data lakes and real-time analytical databases, and how AI agents are increasingly becoming the primary users of data tools. The conversation highlights the evolving landscape of data infrastructure, where open standards, flexibility, and intelligent interfaces are reshaping how businesses interact with and understand their data, and more.  Highlights from this week's conversation include: Welcome Back Mike Driscoll (1:11) Philosophy Behind BI Tools (2:04) Building a Natural Language Processing Server (4:33) Deployment of MCP Servers (6:07) The Role of Visualizations in BI (10:09) Measuring Product Success (12:43) Navigating Changes as Data Professionals (16:13) Efficiency Gains with Code (19:00) The Future of Data Teams (22:29) Long-term Use of Rutter Stack (25:16) Analytics Landscape Overview (30:59) Future of BI Architecture (33:04) AI's Role in Analytics (35:07) Interoperability and Talent Pool (39:41) The Crowded BI Market (42:03) Final Thoughts and Takeaways (46:07) The Data Stack Show is a weekly podcast powered by RudderStack, customer data infrastructure that enables you to deliver real-time customer event data everywhere it's needed to power smarter decisions and better customer experiences. Each week, we'll talk to data engineers, analysts, and data scientists about their experience around building and maintaining data infrastructure, delivering data and data products, and driving better outcomes across their businesses with data. RudderStack helps businesses make the most out of their customer data while ensuring data privacy and security. To learn more about RudderStack visit rudderstack.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Segment 1: Building a Healthcare System That Works for Working Families Three decades of experience have given Kari Hedges, Senior Vice President of Market Solutions at the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association, a clear view of what remains broken in American medicine. Joining National Labor Office Executive Director Merrilee Logue, Hedges discusses the urgent need for data interoperability—the ability for different medical systems to share patient records seamlessly. Hedges shares a moving personal story about navigating a fragmented system to save her own mother's life, illustrating why BCBS is building a new interoperability hub to give physicians a real-time view of a patient's history. We also dive into the impact of electronic prior authorization, which has already shown the potential to resolve 84 percent of cases instantaneously and improve provider efficiency by up to 230 percent. Finally, the pair discusses the responsible deployment of Artificial Intelligence and the continued expansion of telehealth and behavioral health services for workers facing shift-work barriers.   Segment 2: Steel Benchmarks, Trade Enforcement, and the Ohio Primary In our second segment, Pat Gallagher, President of the North Coast Area Labor Federation, breaks down the economic signals heading into a pivotal bargaining season for the United Steelworkers. With hot-rolled coil trading above $1,000 per ton, the industry is entering a strong financial position just as contracts with Cleveland-Cliffs and U.S. Steel are set to expire on September 1. Gallagher also addresses the complexities of trade enforcement and the upcoming USMCA renegotiations, highlighting how "trade cheating"—such as routing Chinese steel through third countries—undercuts American workers. Looking toward the May 5 Ohio primary, Gallagher emphasizes the importance of electing labor voices to the statehouse, backing a slate of union candidates including Davida Russell (AFSCME), Scott Demaro (OHEA), and Brian Poindexter (Ironworkers). Subscribe to the America's Work Force Union Podcast for more interviews with the leaders and organizers building worker power across America.

As interoperability matures, the industry is shifting focus from connectivity to usability—ensuring data can move seamlessly across networks and support real-time decision-making. In this episode, Michael chats with Audacious Inquiry's Greg Farnum as he shares insights on the challenges and opportunities ahead, including the role of national frameworks like TEFCA, the importance of network-to-network exchange, and what success looks like in achieving truly actionable data.

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services released the names of the first cohort of health technology vendors that met HHS' minimum viable product criteria to join its HealthTech Ecosystem. David W. Johnson and Julie Murchinson want to know, does this first wave signal an interoperability tsunami? We talked about it on, “Let's See If You're On Our MVP Interoperability List,” the new episode of the 4sight Health Roundup podcast, moderated by David Burda.

This week, inside project SEEDCORN: P-8 training, RAF operations, and the future of Canada's long range patrol fleet. In Part 2, Matt and Dylan break down the P-8 Poseidon conversion process, RAF operations, and how SEEDCORN is preparing Canada for the future of long range patrol aviation.They also share real-world operational experiences and what it's like flying from the UK near global hotspots.

Ben Scharfe, Executive VP of AI at Altera Digital Health, addresses the evolving regulatory landscape for AI in healthcare, emphasizing AI developers' primary responsibility to ensure transparency so clinicians can understand and verify AI-generated outputs. AI is positioned to be a supportive tool for providers, not as an autonomous decision-maker, with emerging regulations beginning to codify the human-in-the-loop requirement. Ben warns of setting higher standards for AI than physicians and automation complacency, in which clinicians might over-rely on AI. Ben explains, "Altera provides electronic health records predominantly as well as interoperability solutions for hospitals, health systems, and ambulatory systems. We predominantly serve the US, but we're also present in Canada, in Europe, and in the Asia Pacific region. So we have a global presence, but we do a lot of our work in the US."   "I think the regulatory landscape around the division of responsibilities is really something that is evolving. And so last year, at one point, there was a proposed federal moratorium on state-level legislation, with little, I would say, federal regulation to counterbalance."   "Maybe fortunately, it didn't pass, but since then, there's been a patchwork of state regulation. So I'd say the responsibilities are not entirely defined because they vary by state, and some of those regulations are somewhat contradictory. But recently, the FDA did put out some new guidance and essentially where the responsibility lies for builders. I'd say the primary responsibility is around transparency and enabling clinicians and care providers to understand the reasoning behind any output from an AI system. To be able to review the citations, the evidence used, and the data points the AI may have ingested or consulted in creating some sort of output, so the provider can still have ownership of the care. And essentially, I'd say the core theme there is not having AI that is really acting autonomously on a patient, but rather AI that supports providers who know what they're doing and are licensed." #AlteraDigitalHealth #HealthcareAI #ClinicalAI #DigitalHealth #HealthTech #AIRegulation #PatientSafety #HealthcareInnovation #MedicalTechnology #AIInMedicine #HealthcareLeadership Alterahealth.com Download the transcript here

Ben Scharfe, Executive VP of AI at Altera Digital Health, addresses the evolving regulatory landscape for AI in healthcare, emphasizing AI developers' primary responsibility to ensure transparency so clinicians can understand and verify AI-generated outputs. AI is positioned to be a supportive tool for providers, not as an autonomous decision-maker, with emerging regulations beginning to codify the human-in-the-loop requirement. Ben warns of setting higher standards for AI than physicians and automation complacency, in which clinicians might over-rely on AI. Ben explains, "Altera provides electronic health records predominantly as well as interoperability solutions for hospitals, health systems, and ambulatory systems. We predominantly serve the US, but we're also present in Canada, in Europe, and in the Asia Pacific region. So we have a global presence, but we do a lot of our work in the US."   "I think the regulatory landscape around the division of responsibilities is really something that is evolving. And so last year, at one point, there was a proposed federal moratorium on state-level legislation, with little, I would say, federal regulation to counterbalance."   "Maybe fortunately, it didn't pass, but since then, there's been a patchwork of state regulation. So I'd say the responsibilities are not entirely defined because they vary by state, and some of those regulations are somewhat contradictory. But recently, the FDA did put out some new guidance and essentially where the responsibility lies for builders. I'd say the primary responsibility is around transparency and enabling clinicians and care providers to understand the reasoning behind any output from an AI system. To be able to review the citations, the evidence used, and the data points the AI may have ingested or consulted in creating some sort of output, so the provider can still have ownership of the care. And essentially, I'd say the core theme there is not having AI that is really acting autonomously on a patient, but rather AI that supports providers who know what they're doing and are licensed." #AlteraDigitalHealth #HealthcareAI #ClinicalAI #DigitalHealth #HealthTech #AIRegulation #PatientSafety #HealthcareInnovation #MedicalTechnology #AIInMedicine #HealthcareLeadership Alterahealth.com Listen to the podcast here

Explore how the "cookie apocalypse" evolved into a hyper-fragmented identity landscape where iPhone users, cookieless browsers, and diverse CTV signals have created massive monetization gaps for the unprepared.  I sit down with Intent IQ's Fabrice Beer-Gabel to reveal why the future of programmatic advertising isn't a choice between deterministic or probabilistic data, but a high-stakes race to balance scale with the 99% accuracy required to prevent AI from amplifying inaccuracies at scale. Episode Takeaways:

In this episode of The Bitcoin for Corporations Show, host Pierre Rochard sits down with Mike Belshe, CEO and Co-Founder of BitGo, to discuss the evolution of institutional digital asset security. From pioneering multi-signature protocols in 2013 to becoming a regulated OCC National Bank, Belshe explains why the "single point of failure" is the greatest risk to corporate treasury—and how to engineer it out of existence.We dive deep into the technical and operational "moats" required to secure hundreds of billions of dollars. Belshe breaks down why BitGo chooses Multi-Sig over MPC, the "LinkedIn ban" they enforced to stop social engineering, and why he believes stablecoins are a superior financial fabric compared to the 0.2% yield and high fees of traditional banking. Whether you're a CFO looking to understand custody or a developer interested in the future of payment protocols, this conversation provides a masterclass in building a resilient financial future.Episode Chapters00:00 – Introduction: BitGo's journey from 2013 to a National Bank01:45 – The "Lonely Error": Solving the web's 402 Payment Required code03:11 – Why Multi-Sig is the gold standard for Bitcoin security05:44 – Decentralizing custody: Keys across 1,000 miles and multiple jurisdictions07:42 – Why BitGo became a bank: Solving the CME Group custody challenge10:15 – Bridging the gap: Security vs. Liquidity in market structure13:10 – Corporate Governance: Rule-based systems for billion-dollar transfers15:37 – The LinkedIn Ban: Fighting social engineering and "French attacks"18:40 – The "Access to Nothing" Principle: Protecting executives from physical threats20:15 – Stablecoins vs. Legacy Banking: The 0.2% yield trap26:49 – The hidden 5% tax of credit cards and the future of digital payments31:30 – Fragmentation vs. Interoperability in the stablecoin "War of the L1s"36:45 – Regulatory outlook: The Clearing Act and the Genius Act45:10 – Final thoughts: Why BitGo is more than just a custodianDISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the participants and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of BTC Inc., Bitcoin Magazine, or any affiliated entities. This content is provided for informational and educational purposes only and should not be construed as investment, legal, tax, or accounting advice. Nothing contained in this show constitutes a solicitation, recommendation, endorsement, or offer to buy or sell any securities or financial instruments. Viewers should consult their own advisors before making financial or business decisions.

Jeff and Jim welcome back Heather Flanagan for her fifth appearance on the show. Heather shares updates across a wide range of current work including her new role as content chair for the Identiverse conference, an appointment to the W3C Technical Architecture Group, ongoing support for NIST and NCCOE, advising the SIROS Foundation open source wallet project, and the continued growth of the Identity Salon. The conversation explores who is actually building identity standards for AI agents and whether traditional standards bodies can keep pace with AI development. Heather breaks down the authentication challenges posed by agentic AI, the problem of continuous identity and delegation, and why posting a spec on your website does not make it a standard. The discussion shifts to national digital identity programs in the US and Europe, the underserved relying party problem in credential frameworks, and why financial services may be the next major proving ground for mobile driver's licenses. The episode closes with a look at digital estate planning as the identity community's most uncomfortable but increasingly unavoidable problem.Connect with Heather: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hlflanagan/A Digital Identity (Heather's Podcast): https://sphericalcowconsulting.com/digital-identity-digest/Death and the Digital Estate Community Group: https://openid.net/cg/death-and-the-digital-estate/Death and the Digital Estate Planning Guide: https://openid.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Digital-Estate-Planning-Guide-1.pdfConnect with us on LinkedIn:Jim McDonald: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmcdonaldpmp/Jeff Steadman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffsteadman/Visit the show on the web at http://idacpodcast.comTIMESTAMPS0:00 Introduction and Heather's Conference Knitting Story6:00 Heather's Current Work: Identiverse, W3C TAG, NIST, SIROS Foundation14:00 What Is the Identity Salon?16:00 AI Agents and the Authentication Challenge22:00 Standards, Interoperability, and MCP25:30 IETF, W3C, and Who Governs AI Identity Standards31:00 AI in Standards Development: Opportunity or Risk?32:30 National Digital Identity Programs: US and Europe36:30 Mobile Driver's Licenses and Financial Services40:00 Digital Credentials for I-9 and KYC Use Cases43:30 The Digital Estate and Death in the Digital Age46:00 OpenID Foundation Resources for Digital Estate47:00 Identity Management Day Theme Songs and Wrap-UpKEYWORDSidentity and access management, IAM, standards, AI agents, agentic AI, digital identity, digital credentials, mobile driver's license, W3C, IETF, OpenID Foundation, FIDO Alliance, MCP, authentication, delegation, digital estate, identity proofing, verifiable credentials, selective disclosure, zero knowledge proofs, KYC, NIST, identity salon, Heather Flanagan, Identity Management Day, IDAC, Identity at the Center, Jeff Steadman, Jim McDonald

Cryptocurrency: for iGaming in the Republic of Ireland Cryptocurrencies have finally crossed into the financial mainstream, with numerous industries now considering them to be a legitimate payment option. The online gaming sector was an early adopter of crypto, bringing them into the equation alongside other options such as debit cards and digital wallets. Established iGaming markets such as the Republic of Ireland offer an excellent insight into how crypto has become firmly embedded in the sector. Crypto Payments and the Evolution of iGaming Ireland is a renowned gambling market worth around $1.5 billion. Its success has been built on a willingness to embrace innovative technological developments. Many of the reputable platforms listed on Casino.com Ireland offer players the opportunity to make deposits and withdrawals via crypto. The recognised its speed and cross-border relevance. Crypto transactions are faster than traditional bank transfers handled by Irish legacy institutions, typically being processed within a few minutes. Operational costs are also lower. Privacy is another key reason why players and operators have adopted crypto payments. Crypto allows players to transact without sharing extensive, personal or financial details. Blockchain technology can be also used to prove that online casino games are fair, giving users much greater confidence in the game outcomes they experience. True Digital Ownership and the Rise of In-Game Economies The concept of true ownership of crypto in gaming has been a serious topic of debate for the industry in Ireland and the rest of the world. Developers generally control all in-game items, such as skins, weapons, outfits and other collectables. This model never sat well with players who invested time and money to assemble assets but never truly owned them. Blockchain technology has changed that dynamic. Through tokenisation and non-fungible tokens (NFTs), players can now trade, own and sell their in-game items across different marketplaces. The widespread use of blockchain technology has given rise to player-driven economies in which virtual goods have real-world value. According to Grand View Research, global gaming revenue will grow from $184 billion in 2024 to a projected $205bn this year. In-game purchases covering microtransactions, downloadable content, battle passes and subscriptions are projected to contribute to 61 percent of that total in 2026. Crypto enables these trades in an actual, open, tradable financial ecosystem. It appeals to the younger, digitally-versed audience who want flexibility and control. Players can now monetise their time and assets with crypto, transforming the gaming experience into something remarkably more. Play-to-Earn Models and New Incentive Structures The emergence of crypto has introduced entirely new gaming models, the most popular of which is play-to-earn (P2E). They are unlike traditional games, where rewards are based on in-game progression. The P2E model allows players to earn cryptocurrencies or tokens that carry real-world value. This model gained traction recently, with millions of users participating in blockchain-based games. The market was projected to achieve a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 21.3% and reach an estimated market size of $1110.88 million by the end of last year. It has found a particular niche in emerging markets, providing a dual-purpose experience. Players are gaming for entertainment and income. The P2E model encourages players to play for longer periods. Developers also benefit. Embedding the token economy helps build an ecosystem where users contribute to growth, creating a feedback loop as more players drive more value, which then attracts more participants. P2E is still taking shape, but it is prompting a serious rethink of expectations about what gaming can offer. Interoperability of the Metaverse, Community Governance and Decentralised Gaming Models Interoperability is another key reason for crypto's ...

Waterford's Walton Institute at South East Technological University (SETU) and IrelandQCI project consortium partners have worked with Q*Bird, the Dutch leader in quantum secure communication, to successfully deploy Ireland's first multi-node, entanglement-based Measurement-Device-Independent Quantum Key Distribution (MDI-QKD) network. The deployment forms part of the IrelandQCI project, the country's national quantum communications initiative and a key contributor to EuroQCI, the EU-wide federated quantum communications infrastructure. Operating over Ireland's existing fibre infrastructure, the telecom-grade network transitions quantum security from research environments into live national infrastructure. It safeguards research, education and critical systems while enabling interoperable quantum connectivity across Ireland and Europe. Importantly, it has been designed from the start with an expandable architecture in mind, so that any additional Q*Bird QKD Node can connect to the network with a single fibre link and then gain full quantum connectivity around the network. A major milestone for Ireland's national quantum infrastructure ''This multi-node deployment represents a major milestone for Ireland's national quantum infrastructure," said Dr Deirdre Kilbane, Director of Research at Walton Institute at SETU and Coordinator of the €10 M IrelandQCI project, which is co-funded by the European Commission and the Irish Government's Department of Communications, Culture and Sport. "By integrating Q*Bird's operational MDI-QKD Falqon® Series across research institutions, data centres and national networks, we are enabling secure, interoperable quantum communication while also creating a platform for other research institutions to join. It strengthens Ireland's sovereignty over critical communications and contributes directly to EuroQCI and Europe's federated quantum network vision." The hub-and-spoke architectural network comprises of four End Nodes, one Center Hub and one Quantum Optical Switch for a scalable metropolitan deployment and uses ESB Telecoms dark fibre for the quantum communication channel. The End Nodes are located in two Dublin data centres, Dublin City University and Trinity College Dublin, while the Center Hub is hosted at Asiera (formerly HEAnet), Ireland's National Education and Research Network. The collaborative expertise of Walton Institute at SETU, Asiera and Q*Bird were responsible for the successful deployment of the highly secure connection between the strategic Dublin city locations. The Q*Bird Quantum-Optimized Optical Switch enables dynamic, secure routing of qubits around the network, ensuring full multi-node connectivity of QKD keys, without relying on trusted intermediaries. Industry-grade security for research, education and critical infrastructure At the core of the network is Q*Bird's Falqon Series, enabling entanglement-based quantum key distribution over operational fibre networks. Detector-side exploits have been identified by security authorities, including Germany's Federal Office for Information Security (BSI), as the most critical attack vector in earlier QKD implementations. Q*Bird's devices completely remove the requirement to trust any measurement devices, thus establishing an architecture with a security model resilient against both present day cyber threats and future quantum-enabled attacks. This ensures long-term cryptographic protection for sensitive research data, governmental communications and critical infrastructure systems, while addressing harvest-now-decrypt-later (HNDL) risk scenarios. Interoperability by design, resilience by architecture The network's hub-and-spoke architecture of Q*Bird devices, along with the Quantum Optical Switch, enables precise synchronisation, dynamic routing and multi-node quantum key distribution. Designed for interoperability and compatibility with existing fibre infrastructure, it provides an open foundation for future integration with eme...

In this episode of Tank Talks, host Matt Cohen sits down with Glenn Cowan, a former Canadian Special Forces squadron commander, world-record skydiver, and founder of ONE9 Investments, one of Canada's most focused venture firms in defence, national security, and dual-use tech. He has experienced both sides of the mission, from the field to the boardroom, and brings a perspective you do not hear often when it comes to building serious, sovereign technology in 2026.Glenn opens up about his unexpected shift from military operations into venture capital and what he is seeing firsthand as Canada's defence landscape rapidly evolves. He breaks down major moves like the federal government's $35 billion Arctic defence infrastructure push and BDC's expanded $6 billion defence platform, translating what those headlines actually mean for founders, investors, and the country's long-term capability.The conversation also digs into bigger questions, including how Canada balances sovereignty with working alongside allies, why the Arctic is becoming strategically critical, and how venture capital is stepping in as a real force in national security.If you are building in defence tech, investing in dual-use innovation, or simply trying to make sense of where Canada is heading globally, this episode offers a grounded, no-nonsense look at what is happening and what it takes to be part of it.Glenn's Unconventional Path to Venture Capital (01:48)* From infantry officer to JTF2 squadron commander* How 20 years in special operations shaped his investment philosophy* The “wrong end of the trade” moment that led to founding ONE9The Shift in Canada's Defence Landscape (05:37)* Why Canada is moving from the “kids' table” to a relevant middle power* The $35 billion Arctic defence infrastructure announcement* How venture capital is becoming a tool of national securityPublic-Private Partnerships in Defence (08:37)* Why government end users are no longer the sole owners of critical capability* The democratization of space, surveillance, and intelligence* How founders and VCs can partner with end users to build fasterThe Future of Conflict: Cost Asymmetry and Contested Domains (21:52)* How $500,000 in drones can destroy $7 billion in strategic bombers* The rise of lasers, kinetic interceptors, and counter-drone technology* Space as a warfighting domain and what happens when Starlink goes downSovereignty vs. Interoperability (26:55)* What it means for a defence company to be truly Canadian* IP residency, data governance, and Canadian capital stacks* Why Canada needs its own defence primes, not just multinational subsidiariesThe Arctic as a Front Line (31:05)* Why the Northwest Passage and critical minerals are strategic flashpoints* Russian and Chinese activity in Canada's North* Building the first Inuit-led defence company and the importance of local partnershipONE9's Evolution and the Kensington Partnership (40:57)* Why ONE9 joined forces with Kensington Capital and AGF* Scaling a defence-focused investment platform with institutional backing* What's next for Canada's most specialized defence tech fundAbout Glenn CowanGlenn Cowan is a former Canadian Special Forces squadron commander, world-record skydiver, and founder of ONE9 Investments, a venture firm focused on defence, national security, and dual-use technology. A 20-year veteran of the Canadian Armed Forces, Glenn spent over a decade conducting strategic missions on behalf of the Government of Canada. He now applies his operational expertise to early-stage investing, backing founders building critical capabilities in autonomy, space, intelligence, and Arctic security. Glenn is also a co-founder of the first Inuit-led defence company and holds multiple world records for skydiving on all seven continents.Connect with Glenn Cowan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/glenn-cowan-3387b656/Learn more about ONE9 Investments: https://www.one9.ca/Connect with Matt Cohen on LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/matt-cohen1Visit the Ripple Ventures website: https://www.rippleventures.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tanktalks.substack.com

In this episode of the Crazy Wisdom Podcast, host Stewart Alsop sits down with David Lachmish, co-founder of Ika, to explore the cutting-edge world of decentralized cryptography and its real-world applications. They cover the foundational problem of zero-trust custody and interoperability in crypto, breaking down why most people end up relying on centralized custodians despite crypto's original promise of removing third-party trust, and how Ika's novel 2PC-MPC cryptographic protocol addresses this with decentralized wallets (d-wallets) that require both the user and the Ika network to generate a signature. The conversation also touches on AI agents and the critical need for access control guardrails when agents handle real financial transactions, the philosophical parallels between crypto's growing pains and the early internet, decentralized governance and its potential to reshape how societies make decisions, and a surprising look at how decentralized certificate authorities could dramatically improve everyday internet security. David also gives a first public mention of an upcoming privacy-focused project called Encrypt.Links mentioned:- Ika website: https://ika.xyz- Ika on X: https://x.com/iкаdotxyz- David Lachmish on X: https://x.com/d3h3d_- Encrypt (upcoming project): https://encrypt.xyzTimestamps00:00 - David Lachmish introduces Ika and DWallet Labs, explaining their cybersecurity and cryptography background led them to solve zero trust custody and interoperability.05:00 - The d wallet concept is revealed as a decentralized signing mechanism controlled jointly by user and network, requiring new cryptography breakthroughs.10:00 - Crypto's philosophical parallels to early Internet are drawn, framing scams and misuse as inevitable growing pains of transformative infrastructure.15:00 - Wallet abstraction and agent constraints are explored, comparing future seamless crypto interaction to modern WiFi versus early modem connections.20:00 - Public key cryptography's binary ownership problem is explained, leading into MPC secret shares and Fireblocks' centralized access control tradeoffs.25:00 - 2PC MPC protocol is introduced as Ika's breakthrough, enabling decentralized policy enforcement without trusting any single entity.30:00 - Decentralized governance via token staking and code as law is discussed, contrasting corporate representative governance with crypto's direct decision-making.35:00 - Futarchy prediction markets and decision trees are connected to knowledge graphs, tracing humanity's accelerating governance transition.40:00 - Automation's historical parallels are examined, arguing AI's displacement of lawyers and developers mirrors every prior technological revolution.45:00 - Bitcoin and Ethereum's uncertain futures are assessed alongside Ika's positioning in custody and interoperability infrastructure.50:00 - Zero trust interoperability is explained, revealing how bridges create dangerous honeypots that Ika eliminates through native cryptographic control.55:00 - MetaMask's limitations for agents are detailed, contrasting stored private keys against Ika's policy-enforced guardrails for agentic transactions.60:00 - HumanTech's Wallet as a Protocol is presented as a practical way to give agents spending policies while maintaining user cryptographic control.65:00 - Decentralized certificate authorities emerge as Ika's broader cybersecurity vision, eliminating single points of failure across the entire Internet.Key Insights1. Zero Trust Custody and Interoperability: David and his cofounders at DWallet Labs identified that most cryptocurrency is held by centralized custodians, which contradicts crypto's core purpose of removing third-party trust. They set out to create "zero trust custody and zero trust interoperability" — systems where users maintain cryptographic control without sacrificing usability or relying on any single entity.2. The D-Wallet Primitive: Ika is built around a new cryptographic concept called a "d-wallet" — a decentralized wallet controlled jointly by the user and a decentralized network. A signature cannot be generated without the user's participation, meaning even if all network operators are compromised, they cannot act unilaterally. This required inventing new cryptography called 2PC-MPC.3. Access Control as the Missing Layer: Traditional crypto wallets operate on binary ownership — you either have full control or none. The d-wallet model introduces programmable access control policies enforced by a decentralized network, enabling features like spending limits and whitelisted addresses without trusting a centralized company like Fireblocks.4. Bridges Are Crypto's Biggest Security Vulnerability: Interoperability across blockchains typically requires trusting a bridge, which creates a honeypot for hackers. Ika eliminates this by allowing users to natively control assets on multiple chains simultaneously, maintaining cryptographic guarantees without a trusted intermediary.5. AI Agents Need Cryptographic Guardrails: Giving AI agents control over crypto wallets like MetaMask is dangerous due to hallucination and prompt injection risks. Ika enables agents to operate within strict, code-enforced policies — they can transact autonomously but cannot exceed boundaries set by the user, combining automation with genuine security.6. Decentralized Governance as a Structural Advantage: Ika operates as a permissionless network where two-thirds of token-staking operators control the protocol's direction. Even the founding team cannot unilaterally change the network, making governance transparent and resistant to capture — a meaningful contrast to closed, corporate-controlled systems.7. Decentralized Certificate Authorities as a Future Application: Beyond crypto, David envisions d-wallets solving broader cybersecurity problems. Today's internet relies on a handful of certificate authorities whose compromise would break global web security. A decentralized certificate authority built on Ika's infrastructure would require attacking hundreds of operators simultaneously, representing a fundamental upgrade to how trust is managed across the internet.

Phil is a Consultant in Emergency Medicine and Pre-Hospital Care, with over two decades of experience and a background that spans ambulance services, air ambulance, and national-level major incident response. He's currently a Medical Director at South Western Ambulance Service and has provided expert evidence to major public inquiries including Manchester Arena and Bondi Junction.This episode is brought to you in collaboration with the Blue Light Show 2026, taking place on the 1st and 2nd of July in London. It brings together leaders and frontline professionals from across policing, fire, ambulance and public safety to learn from real incidents and improve how we work together moving forward.Phil educates us about the care gap, what happens when patients aren't reached quickly enough, how decision-making under pressure really works, and why the first few minutes, sometimes even seconds, can determine who lives and who dies.We also challenge whether we've overcomplicated our response systems, and whether in trying to make things safer, we're actually creating delays that cost lives.Access all episodes, documents, GIVEAWAYS & debriefs HEREJoin me at Blue Light Show in London in JulyPodcast Apparel, Hoodies, Flags, Mugs HERE our partners supporting this episode.GORE-TEX Professional ClothingFIRST TACTICAL- tactical gear for elite operatorsMSA The Safety CompanyJAFCOIDEXFIRE & EVACUATION SERVICE LTD Send us Fan MailSupport the show***The views expressed in this episode are those of the individual speakers. Our partners are not responsible for the content of this episode and does not warrant its accuracy or completeness.***Please support the podcast and its future by clicking HERE and joining our Patreon CrewSend us Fan MailSupport the show***The views expressed in this episode are those of the individual speakers. Our partners are not responsible for the content of this episode and does not warrant its accuracy or completeness.***Please support the podcast and its future by clicking HERE and joining our Patreon Crew

In this HIMSS26 recap episode, Tony Schueth is joined by Brian Bamberger, Vanessa Candelora, and Brian Dwyer to unpack what they heard, saw, and debated after a week on the ground in Las Vegas. Rather than focusing on announcements or product launches, the conversation centers on the signals emerging across sessions, client meetings, and hallway conversations and what those signals suggest about where health IT is headed. The discussion opens with reflections on a keynote from former Tesla president Jon McNeill, which challenged attendees to rethink entrenched healthcare processes. While initial skepticism about an outsider perspective was high, the panel agrees the message resonated. Meaningful progress may require stripping workflows down to their fundamentals and rebuilding them with simplicity in mind. That theme carries throughout the episode, particularly as the group connects it to persistent challenges like prior authorization and administrative burden. From there, the conversation shifts to the dominant presence of AI at HIMSS26. Unlike prior years, where AI often felt theoretical, the panel notes a clear shift toward practical applications embedded directly into workflows. Examples like prior authorization automation and clinical summarization highlight real efficiency gains, but the group is quick to point out that AI is only as good as the data behind it. Concerns around data quality, bias, and trust are no longer side conversations. They are central to whether AI can scale in meaningful ways. As one theme emerges repeatedly, it is that the industry may have rushed ahead with AI excitement before fully solving for foundational data challenges. That leads into a deeper discussion on interoperability. The panel describes a noticeable transition from “interoperability as a vision” to “interoperability as infrastructure.” Organizations are no longer asking what connected data exchange could look like. They are now actively building the components required to support it. This includes identity frameworks, consent models, trust networks, and governance structures. While progress is real, the work is also proving to be more complex than anticipated, with many stakeholders still grappling with how these pieces fit together at scale.  The conversation also explores how these shifts are playing out across different stakeholders. From a payer and vendor perspective, Dwyer highlights that many organizations have moved firmly into execution mode, particularly with regulatory deadlines like CMS-0057 on the horizon. However, there is still uncertainty about what comes next, especially when it comes to scaling beyond compliance into true business transformation. For life sciences, Bamberger notes that strategy is largely set, but execution remains uneven. Efforts are increasingly focused on improving data capture within EHRs, enabling more efficient prior authorization, and addressing complex use cases like rare disease diagnosis, where fragmented data can significantly delay care. Several moments in the discussion bring the conversation back to foundational issues that continue to slow progress. Patient identity, data quality, and structured versus unstructured data all emerge as persistent barriers. The group emphasizes that without resolving these challenges, even the most advanced AI tools will fall short. Initiatives like FHIR accelerators and broader industry collaborations are seen as critical to closing these gaps, but there is still work to be done to move from standards development to consistent, real-world implementation. The panel also spends time on emerging areas of focus, including price transparency and rural health transformation. Candelora shares observations from her HIMSS presentation, noting growing engagement and more nuanced questions from stakeholders, signaling that the industry is beginning to take these efforts more seriously. Meanwhile, rural health funding is creating both opportunity and urgency, with stakeholders recognizing that interoperability and data sharing will be essential to making those investments impactful within tight timelines. One of the more unexpected themes to surface is the human side of all this change. Despite the heavy focus on technology, many of the most meaningful conversations at HIMSS centered on workforce impact, trust, and the role of humans in an AI-enabled future. The panel reflects on the need for thoughtful change management, noting that adoption is not just about deploying new tools but building confidence in how they are used. There is a shared recognition that while AI will shift certain types of work, it will also require new roles, new skills, and a more intentional approach to integrating technology into care delivery. As the episode wraps, each participant highlights a key signal to watch over the next 12 to 18 months. Prior authorization is widely seen as approaching an inflection point, with tangible progress finally within reach, though not fully complete. At the same time, the convergence of interoperability, AI, and policy is identified as a broader, more transformative trend. This trend will shape how data flows, how workflows are designed, and ultimately how care is delivered. The takeaway is not that the industry has solved its biggest challenges, but that it is entering a new phase. The foundational pieces are being built, expectations are rising, and the focus is shifting from possibility to execution. The next chapter will depend less on vision and more on whether stakeholders can align, operationalize, and follow through on the work already in motion.

CESMII's new i3X platform aims to standardize manufacturing APIs, enabling portable apps across vendor platforms and ending costly system fragmentation. We connect with Jonathan Wise, CTO at CESMII, to understand how i3X is design to help manufacturers, how it works with standards such as OPC UA, MQTT and ISA 95, as well as how it handles connectivity with legacy OT systems.

OpenIntent is an open-source, collaborative effort by network operators to develop a standard schema to describe the necessary information needed to deploy network equipment. Keith sits down with Jake Snyder, the developer behind OpenIntent. They discuss why he developed OpenIntent, the building blocks of the schema, and his vision for seamless Wi-Fi design interoperability. AdSpot... Read more »

OpenIntent is an open-source, collaborative effort by network operators to develop a standard schema to describe the necessary information needed to deploy network equipment. Keith sits down with Jake Snyder, the developer behind OpenIntent. They discuss why he developed OpenIntent, the building blocks of the schema, and his vision for seamless Wi-Fi design interoperability. AdSpot... Read more »

In this chat, Matthias and Ryan dive into Ryan's journey building tools like Bridgy to connect decentralized networks, emphasizing the importance of interoperability and community in the open web.

In this episode, Lex chats with Alex Gluchowski — Cofounder and CEO of Matter Labs, about the transformative impact of zero-knowledge proofs (ZK proofs) on blockchain scalability and privacy. They discuss Matter Labs' evolution, the development of zkSync, and how ZK proofs enable secure, private, and efficient blockchain transactions. The conversation explores enterprise adoption, regulatory shifts, and the potential for blockchain to revolutionize global finance by enabling privacy-preserving, interoperable networks anchored to Ethereum, ultimately highlighting the growing role of cryptography in advancing financial sovereignty and innovation. NOTABLE DISCUSSION POINTS: Incorruptibility is Blockchain's Core Value—Not Consensus: Consensus mechanisms solve network liveness without central operators, but the guarantee that your assets can't be spent without your permission comes from verification. Bitcoin's “don't trust, verify” mantra is literal: every node re-executes every transaction. Zero knowledge proofs achieve the same incorruptibility without requiring universal visibility—enabling both scale and privacy. The Regulatory Shift Has Unlocked an Entirely New Market: The post-Trump regulatory environment represents a “great divide” for crypto. Banks and enterprises that previously couldn't engage are now actively piloting blockchain infrastructure. Matter Labs is working with Deutsche Bank, UBS, and 35+ global financial institutions through initiatives like Presidio Breakthrough. The focus has shifted from building systems to withstand regulatory hostility to integrating crypto into real business processes. Private Enterprise Chains Settling on Ethereum is the Institutional Path: Banks experimented with consortium blockchains (Hyperledger, Corda, R3) for years but failed due to privacy concerns—participants could see each other's transactions. Zero knowledge proofs solve this by enabling private chains that interoperate trustlessly through Ethereum as a shared settlement layer. Each institution maintains sovereignty over its operations while gaining cryptographic guarantees when transacting with counterparties. TOPICS Matter Labs, zkSync, Ethereum, Consensys, Hyperledger, Arbitrum, Optimism, fintech, blockchain, zero-knowledge proofs, ZK proofs, privacy, institutional adoption, scalability, cryptography, interoperability   ABOUT THE FINTECH BLUEPRINT

How do health care quality measures get created, and are we measuring too much? In this episode, Jeff Geppert, Senior Research Leader at Battelle Memorial Institute, discusses the lifecycle and future of health care quality measurement in value-based care. He explains how measures move from multi-year development and evidence testing through endorsement and CMS rulemaking before being implemented in federal programs. He addresses concerns about measurement overload, noting that health care complexity has driven the growth in measures but that rising infrastructure costs, interoperability demands, and AI adoption may force greater focus and parsimony. He also shares why he's optimistic that emerging technologies will better align quality measurement with quality improvement, helping uncover root causes of variation and drive meaningful value in care delivery. Tune in to explore where health care measurement is headed, and why the future may be more focused, fair, and impactful than ever. Resources: Connect with and follow Jeff Geppert on LinkedIn. Follow Battelle Memorial Institute on LinkedIn and explore their website! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, host Sandy Vance chats with Frank Toscano, the new Senior Vice President of Product and Engineering at Amplify. They talk about the continued relevance of fax technology in healthcare, the challenges of interoperability, and how Amplify aims to streamline workflows to improve patient care. Frank highlights the importance of integrating fax technology with modern systems to enhance efficiency and reduce friction. In this episode, they talk about: Fax remains an important part of healthcare communication Many interoperability challenges come down to integration and mapping Prior authorizations often still depend on fax How Amplify supports healthcare organizations of all sizes Streamlined patient referrals can improve care delivery Healthcare is an interconnected ecosystem that affects outcomes Maximizing existing technology boosts operational efficiency AI helps connect data for better decision-making Effective solutions start with understanding real workflows Eliminating legacy technology isn't always the best option The future blends proven methods with modern technology A Little About Frank: Frank Toscano is a nationally recognized product and technology leader with more than 20 years of experience modernizing how healthcare organizations exchange documents, automate workflows, and connect systems through AI-driven interoperability. As Senior Vice President of Product & Engineering at Amplify, he serves as the company's public-facing technology voice and strategic advisor, guiding product innovation, engineering excellence, and enterprise integrations. Previously, as Vice President of Product Management at Consensus Cloud Solutions (eFax Corporate), Frank led the transformation of legacy fax into cloud-native, HIPAA-compliant interoperability services, delivering FHIR integration, TEFCA-aligned exchange, AI-powered document processing, and large-scale workflow automation used by thousands of healthcare organizations. A named inventor with multiple U.S. patents in secure communication and intelligent document workflows, Frank has also held senior leadership roles at Cellebrite, Cleo, and Retarus, consistently bridging deep technical architecture with real-world clinical and operational needs to reduce manual burden and improve care coordination.

Bo Hines is the CEO of Tether US and a former White House crypto advisor who helped shape U.S. digital-asset policy during a critical moment for the industry. This conversation was recorded live at Bitcoin Investor Week in New York. In this conversation, we discuss Bo's work in the White House on crypto policy, including the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, the GENIUS Act, and the push for regulatory clarity. We also cover stablecoin adoption, why UX matters more than yield, how Tether is connecting global markets to U.S. capital, and why stablecoins could be the on-ramp to the next phase of bitcoin and financial infrastructure.=======================Simple Mining makes Bitcoin mining simple and accessible for everyone. We offer a premium white glove hosting service, helping you maximize the profitability of Bitcoin mining. For more information on Simple Mining or to get started mining Bitcoin, visit https://www.simplemining.io/=======================Arch Public is an agentic trading platform that automates the buying and selling of your preferred crypto strategies. Sign up today at https://www.archpublic.com and start your automated trading strategy for free. No catch. No hidden fees. Just smarter trading.=======================0:00 - Intro0:19 - White House crypto policy & Bo Hines' role2:52 - How important is the Clarity Act?4:10 - Tether: scale, growth & global impact10:49 - Stablecoin yield debate12:37 - Financial access, wallets & the unbanked14:19 - Tether's relationship with Bitcoin15:46 - Reserves, transparency & risk17:24 - Interoperability & the future of stablecoins

In this episode of the Crazy Wisdom Podcast, host Stewart Alsop sits down with Jake Hamilton, founder of Groundwire and Nockbox, to explore zero-knowledge proofs, Bitcoin identity systems, and the intersection of privacy-preserving cryptography with AI and blockchain technology. They discuss how ZK proofs could offer an alternative to invasive identity verification systems being rolled out by governments worldwide, the potential for continual learning AI models to shift the balance between centralized and open-source development, and why building secure, auditable computing infrastructure on platforms like Urbit matters more than ever as we face an explosion of AI agents and automated systems. Jake also explains Nockchain's approach to creating a global repository of cryptographically verified facts that can power trustless programmable systems, and how these technologies might converge to solve problems around supply chain security, personal data sovereignty, and resistance to censorship.Timestamps00:00 Introduction to Groundwire and Knockbox02:48 Understanding Zero-Knowledge Proofs06:04 Government Adoption of ZK Proofs08:55 The Future of Identity Verification11:52 AI and ZK Proofs: A New Era14:54 The Role of Urbit in Technology18:03 The Impact of COVID on Trust20:51 The Evolution of AI and Data Privacy23:47 The Future of AI Models26:54 The Need for Local AI Solutions29:51 Interoperability of Knockchain and BitcoinKey Insights1. Zero-Knowledge Proofs Enable Privacy-Preserving Verification: Jake explains that ZK proofs allow you to prove computational outcomes without revealing the underlying data. For example, you could prove you're over 18 without exposing your full identity or driver's license information. The proof demonstrates that a specific program ran through certain steps and reached a particular conclusion, and validating this proof is fast and compact. This technology has profound implications for age verification, identity systems, and protecting privacy while maintaining necessary compliance, potentially offering a middle path between surveillance states and complete anonymity.2. Government Adoption of Privacy Technology Remains Uncertain: There are three competing motivations driving government identity verification systems: genuine surveillance desires, bureaucratic efficiency seeking, and legitimate child protection concerns. Jake believes these groups can be separated, with some officials potentially supporting ZK-based solutions if positioned correctly. He notes the EU is exploring ZK identity verification, and UK officials have shown interest. The key is framing privacy-preserving technology as protection against "the swamp" rather than just abstract privacy benefits, which could resonate with certain political constituencies.3. The COVID Era Destroyed Institutional Trust at Unprecedented Scale: The conversation identifies COVID as potentially the largest institutional trust-burning event in human history, with numerous institutions simultaneously losing credibility with large portions of the population. This represents a dramatic shift from the boomer generation's default trust in authority figures and mainstream media. This collapse is compounded by the incoming AI revolution, creating a perfect storm where established bureaucracies cannot adapt quickly enough to manage rapidly evolving technology, leaving society in fundamentally unmanageable territory.4. Centralized AI Models Create Dangerous Dependencies: Both speakers acknowledge growing dependence on centralized AI services like Claude, with some users spending thousands monthly on tokens. This dependency creates vulnerability to price increases and service disruptions. Jake advocates for local AI deployment using models like DeepSeek R1, running on personal hardware to maintain control and privacy. The shift toward continuous learning models will fundamentally change the AI landscape, making personal data harvesting even more valuable and raising urgent questions about compensation and consent for training data contribution.5. High-Quality Training Data Is Becoming the Primary AI Bottleneck: Stewart argues that AI development is now limited more by high-quality training data than by compute power. The industry has exhausted easily accessible internet data and body-shop-style data labeling. Companies are now using specialized boutique services with techniques like head-mounted cameras for live-streaming world model training. This scarcity is subtly driving price increases across AI services and will fundamentally reshape the economics of AI development, with implications for who controls these increasingly powerful systems.6. Urbit Offers a Foundation for Trustworthy Computing: Jake positions Urbit as essential infrastructure for the AI age because its 30,000-line codebase (versus Unix's three million lines) can be understood by individual humans. Its deterministic, purely functional, and strictly typed design aims for eventual ossification—software that doesn't require constant security patches. This "tiny and diamond perfect" approach addresses the fundamental insecurity of systems requiring monthly vulnerability patches. In an era of AI agents and potential prompt injection attacks, having verifiable, comprehensible computing infrastructure becomes existentially important rather than merely desirable.7. Nockchain Creates a Global Repository of Provable Truth: Jake's vision for Nockchain combines ZK proofs with blockchain technology to create a globally available "truth repository" where verified facts can be programmatically accessed together. This enables smart contracts or programs gated on combinations of proven facts—such as temperature readings from secure devices, supply chain events, and payment confirmations. By using Nock's abstract, simple design optimized for ZK proof generation, the system can validate complex real-world conditions without exposing underlying data, creating infrastructure for coordinating action based on verifiable private information at global scale.

Join us on the latest episode, hosted by Jared S. Taylor!Our Guest: Dan D'Orazio, CEO at Sage Growth Partners.What you'll get out of this episode:Access Program & Fee-for-Service Disruption: New regulatory and payment guidance signals a major shift away from fee-for-service toward market-driven healthcare reform.PBM Reform & Transparency: Accelerating policy changes aim to increase transparency and reshape pharmacy benefit management.AI: From Hype to Practicality: The industry is moving from AI excitement to enterprise-level use cases in clinical, revenue cycle, and administrative workflows.Interoperability & Data Liquidity: Data liquidity remains a central priority, with interoperability still an unresolved industry-wide challenge.The Fax Paradox: Despite AI momentum, fax remains deeply embedded in healthcare workflows—now increasingly moving to the cloud.To learn more about:Website http://www.sage-growth.comLinkedin https://www.linkedin.com/company/sage-growth-partners/Our sponsors for this episode are:Sage Growth Partners https://www.sage-growth.com/Quantum Health https://www.quantum-health.com/Show and Host's Socials:Slice of HealthcareLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sliceofhealthcare/Jared S TaylorLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/WHAT IS SLICE OF HEALTHCARE?The go-to site for digital health executive/provider interviews, technology updates, and industry news. Listed to in 65+ countries.

The speed of innovation has long been the difference between military success and failure. Countries and militaries that rapidly develop, deploy and evolve technology thrive. Those who lag…flounder. America, NATO and the world order are being challenged…and innovated against…at a faster pace than ever before. From the Global SOF Symposium in Athens, Greece, I sat down with Ryan Benitez of NATO DIANA to talk about how innovation, technology, and rapid capability development are shaping the future of defense across the Alliance.As the DIANA's Chief Commercial Officer, Ryan explains her work inside one of NATO's most forward-leaning organizations. DIANA, the Defence Innovation Accelerator for the North Atlantic, connects startups, researchers, and industry leaders to solve some of the most urgent challenges facing allied militaries. From emerging technologies to dual-use solutions, DIANA is helping NATO move faster, stay adaptable, and maintain an edge in an increasingly competitive global environment.Ryan also shared how her experience in the Navy and Venture Capital informs her approach to modern innovation, why collaboration between nations and private industry is more critical than ever, and how DIANA is empowering new ideas that can redefine readiness, resilience, and operational effectiveness to not only keep pace, but move faster than our enemies.HIGHLIGHTS0:00 Introduction1:37 Welcome to GSOF Europe3:06 Defining NATO DIANA5:25 Companies Supporting NATO9:23 Filling Technological Gaps11:15 Time to Technology13:44 NATO's Leading Innovators14:57 Compelling Countries To Invest16:49 Is NATO behind Adversaries?20:21 Defining Readiness22:17 The Next Battlefield24:40 NATO DIANA FutureQuotes: “We needed to access the emerging technologies that innovators were putting together.”“Does this technology align with a critical capability need that an operator and user has brought to the table?”“Team is everything.”“Interoperability has different scales.”“The flavor of the month is Counter-UAS.”“The Special Operations community has always been early adapters of streamlined acquisition and innovation.”“We've seen the Netherlands do a lot.”“We're keeping a pulse on the market and the demand signal.”“How can we help you with your innovation base?”“We're seeing a lot of lessons learned in Ukraine. The innovation cycle there is weeks.”“The word defense used to not be top of mind. It is now.”“We need to make sure we're acting as a bridge to the emerging technology market.”“Cost is going to become an issue.”“War isn't front and center every day like it is in Europe.”“You're going to start seeing our ability to really rapidly spin up.”Follow the Jedburgh Podcast and the Green Beret Foundation on social media. Listen on your favorite podcast platform, read on our website, and watch the full video version on YouTube as we show why America must continue to lead from the front, no matter the challenge.