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277 - Stan Sthanunathan, Executive Chairman: i-Genie.AI Inc - Symbiotic Intelligence10 Nov 202500:57:29

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Episode Title: 🇺🇸Symbiotic Intelligence🇺🇸

We have a timely and thought-provoking discussion for you today on Heads Talk®. There’s been a lot of noise lately, headlines, commentary and opinion pieces; all circling the question: 𝔸𝕣𝕖 𝕨𝕖 𝕙𝕖𝕒𝕕𝕚𝕟𝕘 𝕥𝕠𝕨𝕒𝕣𝕕𝕤 𝕒𝕟 𝔸𝕀 𝕓𝕦𝕓𝕓𝕝𝕖 𝕓𝕦𝕣𝕤𝕥? Everyone seems to have a view, so I wanted to bring in someone with gravitas who truly sits at the intersection of experience and innovation. someone who has seen the cycles, the hype, and the real potential of this technology.

My guest today is Stan Sthanunathan, a seasoned insights and marketing leader with a truly global perspective, known for redefining how some of the world’s most recognised brands understand consumers. With a career spanning The Coca-Cola Company and Unilever, where he served as Executive Vice President of Consumer & Market Insights until 2021 , Stan came out of retirement to found i-Genie.AI, an enterprise bringing real-time, AI-powered insights to business leaders worldwide.

In this episode, we looked at the current state of AI: is it reaching a saturation point, or are we only scratching the surface and at the beginning? Is this “bubble” narrative overblown, or are we edging toward a market correction? And, of course, I couldn’t resist throwing in a few philosophical questions about humanity’s relationship with AI, our level of control, and the broader meaning of innovation itself. I loved this exchange; it was sharp, grounded, and occasionally existential. Pretty much how we like it here on Heads Talk®.

Expect a dynamic conversation that bridges business, technology, and the human condition. 

Topics Covered:

◽️ AI hallucination and the fight for data truth
◽️ The human in the loop and the ethics of agentic intelligence
◽️ Turning AI insights into business action at speed and scale
◽️ Storytelling, intuition and the enduring human edge in a data-saturated world
◽️ Whispers of an AI bubble and the geopolitics of the US–China AI race
◽️ Designing AI that teaches humans to think better, not less
◽️ Balancing algorithmic efficiency with democratic deliberation
◽️ The next decade of human–machine collaboration and causal AI 
◽️ The New Chief Meaning Officer

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276 - Ralf Germer, CEO: BRICS Series, PagBrasil - The Pix Paradox: Small Transactions, Global Ripples03 Nov 202500:55:18

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Episode Title: 🇧🇷The Pix Paradox: Small Transactions, Global Ripples🇧🇷

This episode is a crossover, a hybrid, a merger of the two concurrent series running on Heads Talk®: the BRICS & Geopolitics Series and the Money 2020 Riyadh Conversations. Consider it killing two birds with one stone, bringing together insights from global geopolitics and the forefront of fintech innovation. I had the privilege of hosting this installment as my personal contribution to the Money 2020 Riyadh series, capturing perspectives from a pivotal moment on the global stage, with Brazil very much on the map today where we unpack the 'Pix Paradox'.

A truly fascinating discussion. We looked at the quiet revolution of Pix, Brazil’s digital payments innovation, which is transforming the country’s spending culture while sending ripples across the globe. 

What began as small, everyday transactions has grown into a force reshaping money and commerce, connecting local merchants to international markets, and redefining financial inclusion across LATAM and beyond. From Pix Roaming to recurring payments, we trace how Brazil’s ingenuity is influencing global payment infrastructures, showing that digital finance is not just a tool for transactions, it's so much more than money. They are instruments, if you like, of connection, opportunity, and soft power. Though my guest would argue that it's less about politics and more about business. Listen for that bit of the conversation/argument! 

I was completely captivated by the story of Brazil’s digital payments revolution and taken aback but the insights delivered by today's guest. 

Ralf Germer, the CEO of PagBrasil, Brazil’s leading payments technology company, joins me in this fascinating series. With a career spanning international business development, product marketing, and entrepreneurship, Ralf has been at the forefront of reshaping Brazil’s payments landscape. 

Under his leadership, PagBrasil has pioneered innovations like PagStream, International Pix, and Pix Roaming. Tools that are connecting local merchants to global markets and advancing financial inclusion.

Topics Covered:
◽️ Brazil’s digital payments revolution and the rise of Pix
◽️ PagBrasil’s role in connecting local merchants to global markets
◽️ Cross-border innovation and the expansion of Pix Roaming
◽️ Economic and social impact of Pix Automático on recurring payments
◽️ BRICS Pay and Brazil’s influence in shaping new payment infrastructures
◽️ Geopolitics of payments and financial diplomacy in emerging markets
◽️ Balancing sovereignty and openness in national payment systems
◽️ Future of digital payments, from embedded finance to programmable money
◽️ Payments as soft power in the global digital economy

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267 - HRH Princess Lebogang Zulu, President: BRICS Series, India–South Africa Chamber of Commerce, BRICS Women’s Business Alliance - African Women: Architect of Trade “A miracle built on unity”31 Aug 202500:38:59

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Episode Title: 🇿🇦African Women: Architect of Trade “A Miracle Built On Unity"🇮🇳 

We continue the #HTBRICSSeries on Heads Talk with a formidable business leader whose influence spans construction, manufacturing, energy, and international trade. 

HRH Princess Lebogang Zulu is the Executive Chairperson of the BRICS Women’s Business Alliance South Africa and the President of the Expanded BRICS Women Foundation. She is also the: 

  • Vice President of the India–South Africa Chamber of Commerce
  • Chairperson of Africa Women’s Bank (Private) Limited
  • Executive Director of Kampara Industries Holdings; and 
  • Chief Executive of Kokozu International.

With over two decades of leadership, she has championed women’s economic empowerment across Africa and the BRICS nations, spearheading a $2.7 billion initiative in 2023 that created over 120,000 jobs for South African women entrepreneurs.

We explored Africa’s evolving role in the BRICS+ framework, highlighting the shift of African women from beneficiaries of inclusion to architects of continental and cross-border trade. Discussions examined deepening economic ties with Russian and Indian partners, particularly in energy and manufacturing, and how South Africa’s expanding commercial footprint in India is reshaping trade flows in exports, transport, and logistics. We also assessed how US tariff shifts have driven BRICS+ nations to strengthen intra-bloc trade, build trust, and reduce reliance on the West. The reduction in aid, rather than a setback, has accelerated Africa’s push to design its own trade architecture, prioritising continental integration while engaging global partners as equals.

Topics Covered:
◽️ Leadership Priorities across Global Executive Roles
◽️ BRICS+ Strategy Reshaping Governance and Trade Corridors
◽️ Policy Influence through the BRICS Women’s Business Alliance
◽️ African Women Moving from Inclusion to Architecting Trade
◽️ Strategic Value of the 2025 BRICS+ Agri-Summit
◽️ South Africa’s Growing Footprint in India 
◽️ Unlocking South Africa–India Bilateral Trade Potential
◽️ Removing Structural Barriers in Manufacturing and Agriculture
◽️ Building Energy and Manufacturing ties with Russian and Indian BRICS+ Members
◽️ Impact of US Tariff Volatility on Intra-BRICS Trade Trust and Cooperation
◽️ How Reduced Foreign Aid is Catalysing Africa’s Self-driven Trade Architecture
◽️ Lessons from Transformational Women-led Agricultural Initiatives
◽️ Economic Outcomes from the 2025 Global Women Leadership Programme

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Episode Sponsored by
◽️Accxia - 𝔼𝕦𝕣𝕠𝕡𝕖'𝕤 𝕃𝕒𝕣𝕘𝕖𝕤𝕥 ℙ𝕣𝕚𝕧𝕒𝕥𝕖 ℂ𝕝𝕠𝕦𝕕 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝔸𝕥𝕝𝕒𝕤𝕤𝕚𝕒𝕟

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176 - Florin Rotar CAIO: Next Generation Cloud Series - Avanade, Everybody Must Be A Prompt Engineers19 Nov 202300:53:24

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Episode Title:- 🇺🇸Everybody Must Be A Prompt Engineer🇺🇸

My guest today is the 1st Chief Artificial Intelligence  Officer (CAIO) we have had on the show. A sign of the times. A fascinating discussion with Florin Rotar, CAIO of Avanade and the former CTO of Avanade.

Florin  drives the Global AI Strategy and Execution across all parts of the business, spanning leadership, Sales, Solutions, Delivery, Capability and the Partner Ecosystem. He was recognised by Entrepreneur Magazine as one of the Top 10 CTOs to Watch in 2023.

A very enjoyable and thoughtful conversation with Florin, who carefully threaded  the human needs and ethical elements in our discussion throughout the episode. Do have a listen.

Topics Covered:
◽️Critical Role of a CAIO Today
◽️Mobile 1st, then Cloud 1st, then AI 1st and now back to Cloud 1st - NGC
◽️Prompt Engineering
◽️AI, Human and Ethical Considerations
◽️Democratised AI
◽️AI Evolution
◽️Microsoft Ecosystem
◽️Quantum Computing
◽️Sustainable Cloud Storage


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Series Sponsored by - Accxia - 𝔼𝕦𝕣𝕠𝕡𝕖'𝕤 𝕃𝕒𝕣𝕘𝕖𝕤𝕥 ℙ𝕣𝕚𝕧𝕒𝕥𝕖 ℂ𝕝𝕠𝕦𝕕 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝔸𝕥𝕝𝕒𝕤𝕤𝕚𝕒𝕟
Accxia's Landing Page on the Series:- https://www.accxia.com/the-next-generation-cloud

Press release mentioned:
https://www2.deloitte.com/us/en/pages/about-deloitte/articles/press-releases/deloitte-announces-sustainability-initiative-with-google-cloud.html

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175 - Eddie Short BM, P: Next Generation Cloud Series - MidEuropa, Data Analytics, Data Analytics, Data Analytics15 Nov 202300:47:57

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Episode Title:- 🇬🇧Data Analytics, Data Analytics, Data Analytics🇬🇧

While this episode is about Data Analytics, AI in the Cloud and the role of the CDAO, there was a poignant talk about the white collar industrial revolution. We have had my guest on Heads Talk before, during the pandemic and this conversation was equally insightful.

Eddie Short is an Executive Director, Private Equity Operating Partner for MidEuropa, Board Advisor; and a former Big 4 Partner.  He is currently completing a doctoral programme, bringing his Business Experience and Academic Research to understand how businesses can deliver sustained and sustainable performance through Data, Analytics and AI.

A Global Leader in Digital, Data & AI powered Business Transformation with proven track record to drive Growth, Risk and Cost outcomes, he has:

  • Pioneered and led application of Digital, Data, Analytics & AI for bottom and top-line growth. 
  • Built new Digital and Data products & services in Telecommunications, Financial Services, FMCG and Private Equity. 
  • Designed, led and delivered on a Global Scale, Transformation Programmes up to $1billion dollars, and across 50 countries. 
  • He also, uniquely brings the connection between Data, AI and Value, with a focus on People! Creating cross-disciplinary and cross-cultural teams driving Growth and Transformation across Europe, Asia and North America, with Profit and Loss responsibility greater than $100Million Dollars.

We covered a lot in this episode and it was great to have Eddie back on the show. 

Topics Covered:
◽️CDO, CDAO, CDAIO, CAO
◽️Rise of Chief Data Analytics Officer
◽️Next Generation Data Analytics
◽️Chief Transformation Officer Today
◽️White Collar Industrial Revolution
◽️Next Generation Data Management
◽️Business Strategy Must Now Include AI Strategy
◽️Good Data Vs Bad Data
◽️Data Engineering and Governance

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Series Sponsored by - Accxia - 𝔼𝕦𝕣𝕠𝕡𝕖'𝕤 𝕃𝕒𝕣𝕘𝕖𝕤𝕥 ℙ𝕣𝕚𝕧𝕒𝕥𝕖 ℂ𝕝𝕠𝕦𝕕 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝔸𝕥𝕝𝕒𝕤𝕤𝕚𝕒𝕟
Accxia's Landing Page on the Series:- https://www.accxia.com/the-next-generation-cloud

Eddie's Previous Episode: 🇬🇧 How to Implement a Data Driven Culture in your Organisation🇬🇧

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174 - Roman Mirakhmedov Head: Next Generation Cloud Series - AWS, Cloud Optimisation and Never Stop Learning12 Nov 202300:44:04

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Episode Title: 🇩🇪Cloud Optimisation and Never Stop Learning🇨🇦

We continue the new #HTNGCloudSeries on  Heads Talk with one of the most qualified, if not the most qualified guest on the subject matter.  He is a renowned Cloud and Software Expert and has over 25 years of leadership and innovation at scale in his field. Most notably, he is one of a dozen people in the world who hold all 12 Amazon Web Services and 10 Google Cloud Platform certifications. An impressive achievement. And to top this, he is currently completing his PhD in Artificial Intelligence.

Roman Mirakhmedov is the  Head of Technology and Principal Architect with Amazon Web Services (AWS).  Previously, he held executive roles in a number of companies and was a senior director of cloud consulting with Prodapt. 

He is also a visiting professor and thesis supervisor with several universities.

Topics Covered:
◽️Cloud FinOps
◽️Speed and Innovation
◽️Cloud Waste
◽️Cloud Usage and Spend
◽️Hybrid & MultiCloud Strategies & Adoption
◽️Sustainability in the context of Cloud Computing


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Series Sponsored by - Accxia - 𝔼𝕦𝕣𝕠𝕡𝕖'𝕤 𝕃𝕒𝕣𝕘𝕖𝕤𝕥 ℙ𝕣𝕚𝕧𝕒𝕥𝕖 ℂ𝕝𝕠𝕦𝕕 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝔸𝕥𝕝𝕒𝕤𝕤𝕚𝕒𝕟
Accxia's Landing Page on the Series:- https://www.accxia.com/the-next-generation-cloud

Articles Mentioned:
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173 - Divya Bharti & Shanil Ebrahim Partner, Country Head: Next Generation Cloud Series - Deloitte, Evolution of Next Gen Cloud Advisory Services Business05 Nov 202300:29:26

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Episode Title: 🇨🇦Evolution of Next Gen Cloud Advisory Services Business🇨🇦

We continue the new series on Heads Talk, with a conversation with 2 individuals. This episode is so full of great content and insights not just on the Next Generation Cloud (NGC) but on the morphing of the professional services within this. Things have moved quite quickly in the space and it is great to talk to 2 individuals that are at the forefront of this.

Divya Bharti leads Deloitte's Cloud Strategy practice and Shanil Ebrahim a Partner and the National Life Sciences & Healthcare Consulting Leader. Together they delivered gem after gem content for this series.

A must-listen to episode, especially those in the professional services industry.

Topics Covered:
◽️Cloud Evolution
◽️Healthcare Sector Case Studies with NGC
◽️NGC - seen by Technicians, Consultants and Customers
◽️Quantum Computing
◽️Containerisation and Kubernetes
◽️Hybrid & MultiCloud Adoption
◽️Sustainability Cloud Storage
◽️Other Disrupter to Cloud Computing

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Series Sponsored by - Accxia - 𝔼𝕦𝕣𝕠𝕡𝕖'𝕤 𝕃𝕒𝕣𝕘𝕖𝕤𝕥 ℙ𝕣𝕚𝕧𝕒𝕥𝕖 ℂ𝕝𝕠𝕦𝕕 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝔸𝕥𝕝𝕒𝕤𝕤𝕚𝕒𝕟
Accxia's Landing Page on the Series:- https://www.accxia.com/the-next-generation-cloud

Press release mentioned:
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172 - Adam Russell CISO: Next Generation Cloud Series - Oracle, From a Blocker to an Enabler29 Oct 202300:44:57

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Episode Title: 🇺🇸From a Blocker to an Enabler🇺🇸

This is the start of the new series on Heads Talk, the Next Generation Cloud Series. Introduced by Adam Russell, Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) & VP of Oracle Cloud Infrastructure & Industries. He is an accomplished cybersecurity expert with over two decades in his field. 

Responsible for leading the Security of Next-Generation Solutions for Oracle Cloud, ensuring the safeguard of the company’s enterprise, cloud infrastructure; and applications used by Oracle's customers.

Adam's extensive background includes working as a Technical Intelligence Officer and security researcher for the US government. A respected professor and occasional lecturer at the University of Portland, he frequently shares his knowledge and expertise with the next generation of Cybersecurity Professionals.


Topics Covered:
◽️Partnerships with AI/ML organisations
◽️Edge Computing, Technology & Integration
◽️AI-Based Data Analytics & GPU
◽️Cybersecurity Today
◽️Hybrid & MultiCloud Strategies & Adoption
◽️Sustainability in the context of Cloud Computing

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Series Sponsored by - Accxia - 𝔼𝕦𝕣𝕠𝕡𝕖'𝕤 𝕃𝕒𝕣𝕘𝕖𝕤𝕥 ℙ𝕣𝕚𝕧𝕒𝕥𝕖 ℂ𝕝𝕠𝕦𝕕 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝔸𝕥𝕝𝕒𝕤𝕤𝕚𝕒𝕟
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171 - Craig Walker CIO & Gisela Abbam Chair : Shell & GPC - LookBack Series22 Oct 202300:27:57

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The New Series on Heads Talk starts NEXT WEEK. Tune in on Monday for the promo video and the episodes thereafter. Excited!!! In the meantime and for the time being, here is the last of the Lookback Series episode.

Episode Titles:

  1. 🇬🇧It's the Data, Stupid!🇬🇧
  2. 🇬🇧 Out of the box is the only way to be. A dissection on innovation and creativity 🇬🇧

In the next few weeks, during this summer holiday period,  I will be introducing, especially for some of the newer listeners , guests of Heads Talk from previous series.

I would like to share some of the memorable snippets of my conversations with them.  There will be two guests in each episode and they will be introduced  accordingly.

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  1. Craig Walker EP:017: It's the Data, Stupid!
  2. Gisela Abbam EP:019: Out of the box is the only way to be. A dissection on innovation and creativity

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170 - Orlena Nwokah Blanchard Managing Partner: Co-creator of The CROWN Coalition - Corporate World and The Crown Act15 Oct 202300:38:37

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Episode Title:- 🇺🇸Corporate World and The Crown Act🇺🇸

In this 170th episode of Heads Talk, I am joined by Orlena Nwokah Blanchard, Managing director of Seven Elements Group and the Co-creator of The CROWN Coalition. This was an impactful conversation about the 'Politics of Hair' and the role business, government, social bodies and in particular corporations play.

Orlena is a cultural marketing executive, a true marketing thought leader and one of the pioneers of the now renowned Crown Act. See comments for further information about this groundbreaking act. I had an enlightening conversation with Orlena about the world of marketing and longstanding har discrimination in the social and corporate worlds. Another must listen to episode.

Topics Covered:
◽️The Crown Act
◽️ Morphing of Marketing
◽️ Cultural Marketing Strategy
◽️ Brand Management in the era of Generative AI
◽️ Credible Marketing Thought Leaders
◽️ Corporate World Adaption To Change
◽️ The 7 Elements of Culture

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169 - Rachel Barton Senior MD: Accenture, Board Effectiveness & CSuites Musical Chairs08 Oct 202300:38:21

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Episode Title:- 🇬🇧Board Effectiveness & CSuites Musical Chairs🇬🇧

On this episode of Heads Talk, I am joined by Rachel Barton, Senior Managing Director who leads  Accenture's ‘Strategy Business' across Europe, working with some of the world's largest brands. 

She advises business leaders on how they can transform and create new growth – moving at speed from strategy to execution.  

Accenture's European Strategy Team encompasses industry experts from across the continent who focus on :

  • Technology Strategy
  • Merger and Acquisition 
  • Private Equity, 
  • Growth & Pricing
  • Sustainability
  • Cost and Productivity
  • Finance, Talent; and Supply Chain.

Topics Covered:
◽️ The New CSuites
◽️ CHRO
◽️ Board Effectiveness
◽️ Customer Strategy
◽️ Changing Advisory Services Environment

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168 - H.E. Cheryl Bazard KC JP, Ambassador: The Bahamas, Showcasing The Bahamas Financial Investment Credentials 01 Oct 202300:50:00

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Episode Title:- 🇧🇸Showcasing The Bahamas Financial Investment Credentials🇧🇪

Prior to the start of the new series on Heads Talk, we have a few brilliant distinguished guests to talk about the work within their field.

The first conversation in this batch of new guests on Heads Talk is with H.E. Cheryl Bazard KC JP, The Bahamas Ambassador to Belgium,  Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas . 

Cheryl has over 25 years experience in Banking and Law, in particular Compliance, Regulations and Corporate Governance. She has held a number of Leadership positions and has led the way with the development of a successful regional compliance program at CIBC FirstCaribbean, operating in 16 countries.

Topics Covered:
◽️ Financial Investment
◽️ De-risking
◽️ Regulatory Compliance
◽️ Synergies between Bahamas and Belgium
◽️ Climate Change Impact on the Region

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167 - Cherie Blair CBE, KC & Vikas Kumar CRO: King's Counsel & Cognizant - LookBack Series24 Sep 202300:28:48

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Episode Titles:

  1. 🇬🇧Trailblazing Financial Independence for Women🇬🇧
  2. 🇮🇳Clubhouse, Data & AI - Audio Technology Trends & Analytics🇮🇳

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  1. Cherie Blair CBE KC: EP: 025: Trailblazing Financial Independence for Women
  2. Vikas Kumar: EP: 027: Clubhouse, Data & AI - Audio Technology Trends & Analytics 

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266 - David Sime, CTO, CIO: BRICS Series, Invantage Ltd - Geopolitical Tortoise and the Hare Race24 Aug 202500:57:17

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Another captivating episode in the BRICS & Geopolitics Series (#HTBRICSSeries) on Heads Talk where we explore the shifting landscape of money, trade, politics, conflict, and the technologies shaping the next global order.

This week, I’m joined by David Sime, Chief Innovation Strategist at Invantage Ltd, with over 25 years’ experience spanning international markets, emerging technologies, and education. David has advised global institutions on navigating technological and geopolitical disruption, leading projects in AI, XR, Digital Twins, post-quantum encryption, and advanced energy systems. All with a focus on real-world impact and societal resilience.

In this conversation, we marry AI sovereignty and safety with the rise of BRICS+ and the cyclical nature of empires. Topics that might seem worlds apart, yet intersect at every level. From the cultural and political dimensions of surveillance technology to the contrasting innovation models of East and West, David takes us deep into how emerging tech both shapes and reflects global power shifts.

We ask: Can Western innovation, constrained by shareholder short-termism, compete with BRICS nations’ state-aligned, long-horizon strategies? How will AI governance evolve in a multipolar world? And what can history’s great power cycles tell us about the future we’re building?

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◽️ Tragedy of the Horizon and Western short-termism in innovation
◽️ Western shareholder stranglehold on innovation versus BRICS+ rapid development model
◽️ AI safety frameworks and verification protocols for dual-use systems
◽️ Global AI interoperability without reinforcing geopolitical fragmentation
◽️ Designing AI architectures for diverse legal and resource environments
◽️ AI failures in East vs West:- Differing risks and implications
◽️ BRICS innovation strategies in a multipolar technology landscape
◽️ Cyclical nature of empires and shifting global power dynamics

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166 - Claudia Cordioli Group CFO & Lord Toby Harris: Swiss Re & House of Lords - LookBack Series17 Sep 202300:18:43

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Episode Titles:

  1. 🇨🇭The Entrepreneurial CFO🇨🇭
  2. 🇬🇧Plan B: How prepared is a Country for an Incident?🇬🇧

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  1. Claudia Cordioli: EP: 056: The Entrepreneurial CFO
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165 - Rob Price Founder & Racey Muchilwa President, CEO: Alchemmy & Novartis - LookBack Series10 Sep 202300:12:32

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  1. 🇬🇧Corporate Digital Responsibility🇬🇧
  2. 🇰🇪The Value of African's Pharmaceutical Industry🇰🇪

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  1. Rob Price: EP: 042: Corporate Digital Responsibility
  2. Racey Muchilwa: EP:046: The Value of African's Pharmaceutical Industry

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164 - Kevin Ellis Chair & Jay Persaud Vice Chair : PwC & EY - LookBack Series03 Sep 202300:18:02

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  1. 🇬🇧21st Century Leadership🇬🇧
  2. 🇺🇸Leadership Dissected🇺🇸

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  1. Kevin Ellis: EP:035: 21st Century Leadership
  2. Jay Persaud: EP: 081: Leadership Dissected

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163 - Tomas Romero COO & Hilary Thomas Chief Medical Officer: Deloitte & KPMG - LookBack Series27 Aug 202300:16:15

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🇬🇧 How Corporates Are Likely To Emerge From The Covid-19 Crisis🇬🇧
🇬🇧With the Inevitability of a Second Wave, What Should be done to Increase the Testing of Covid-19🇬🇧

An episode of the LookBack Series, where I talk to two great colleagues from Deloitte and KPMG respectively. Have a listen. Recorded early 2020.

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  1. Tomas Romero: EP: 003: How Corporates Are Likely To Emerge From The Covid-19 Crisis
  2. Hilary Thomas: EP:008: With the Inevitability of a Second Wave, What Should be done to Increase the Testing of Covid-19

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162 - Christos Cabolis Chief Economist & Epaminondas Farnakis CEO: IMD & Humanrights360 - LookBack Series20 Aug 202300:19:29

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  1. 🇨🇭What affects a country's world competitiveness ranking in digital, the economy and politics🇨🇭
  2. 🇬🇷The Fragility of Human Rights🇬🇷

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  1. Christos Cabolis: EP: 016: What affects a country's world competitiveness ranking in digital, the economy and politics
  2. Epaminondas Farmakis: EP:034: The Fragility of Human Rights

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161 - Bracken Darrell CEO & Suzan (Suzi) LeVine US Ambassador: Logitech & US Government - LookBack Series13 Aug 202300:19:33

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  1. 🇺🇸Downright Honest Leadership🇺🇸
  2. 🇺🇸 ‘We Just did! 46’ 🇺🇸

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  1. Bracken Darrell: EP: 089: Downright Honest Leadership
  2. Suzi LeVine: EP:023: ‘We Just did! 46’

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160 - Bernard Dunn President & John Deverill GM: Boeing & GE - LookBack Series06 Aug 202300:15:59

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  1. 🇺🇸 Boeing's Innovative Paths, Products & Partnerships 🇦🇪
  2. 🇬🇧Leadership, Innovation and Beyond in the Healthcare Sector🇬🇧

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  2. John Deverill: EP:020: Leadership, Innovation and Beyond in the Healthcare Sector

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159 - Amy Lo CEO & Sumanta Roy VP: UBS & TCS - LookBack Series30 Jul 202300:13:19

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  1. 🇭🇰UBS, The Netflix of Banking🇭🇰
  2. 🇦🇪The Future of Money - Fintech & Digital Banks🇦🇪

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  1. Amy Lo: EP: 054: UBS, The Netflix of Banking
  2. Sumanta Roy: EP:039: The Future of Money - Fintech & Digital Banks

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158 - Jérôme Brasi CFO: JB Venture Services, CFO's Lot in LatAm and Beyond 23 Jul 202300:33:56

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Episode Title:-🇨🇭CFO's Lot in LatAm and Beyond 🇧🇷🇦🇷

My guest today is an Investor, Advisor and Serial entrepreneur with 2 decades experience in the Finance sector. His global reach extends from Switzerland to Latin America. 

Jérôme Brasi is the founder of JB Venture Services,  an advisory firm based in Switzerland with a global reach.

Jérôme mainly partners with companies at Pre-seed, Seed, Series A and B stage, but also with Blue-chip organisations. In terms of his most recent achievements, Jérôme was involved in the scale-up of one FinTech, one InsurTech and raised 1.5 million EUR for an AgTech: a European record at a pre-seed stage.

He is currently an Investor and Advisor in 2 LatAm Startups & one Biotech company.

With his unique set of skills, experience and international background, Jérôme is fluent in 5 languages, but most remarkably  he can think and switch his persona in each one of them as and when required.

Based on his personal background and expertise, his favourite geographic areas are Europe, USA and finally Latin American, since Brazil and Argentina are where he spent his childhood.

Topics Covered:
◽️ LatAm Fintech and Healthtech Development
◽️ CFOs roles in Corporations Vs  Startups
◽️ A Look at Brazil and the Japanese Fintech Players within the Country
◽️ LatAm Crypto Adoption
◽️ LatAm Universal Currency?

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157 - Chiara Rustici TL, CPO, Chair : Law Specialist Group, Digital Services Act Part 116 Jul 202300:24:09

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Recorded 18.11.22

I’m delighted to say we  again have Chiara Rustici, a celebrated academic and the fmr. Chair of the BCS Law Specialist Group & a #GDPR subject matter expert. She is now a Chief Privacy Officer and talks about, among other things, the Digital Services Act. A very insightful conversation.

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265 - Dr. Frank Aswani, CEO: BRICS Series, African Venture Philanthropy Alliance (AVPA) - Capital Security to Capital Growth: Africa’s Bankable-to-Investable Journey17 Aug 202501:00:59

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Episode Title: 🇿🇦Capital Security to Capital Growth: Africa’s Bankable-to-Investable Journey🇿🇦 

We continue the #HTBRICSSeries on Heads Talk with a dynamic C-suite leader, investor, and influential figure in Africa’s tech, finance, and impact investment Ecosystems. 

Dr. Frank Aswani is the CEO of the African Venture Philanthropy Alliance (AVPA), a pan-African network mobilising capital grants, debt, equity, and expertise, to drive social impact across the continent. 

He’s leading efforts to raise a $200 million catalytic fund to unlock at least $2 billion in private investment for African social enterprises.

In this episode, we look at Africa’s evolving role in the shifting landscape of global governance, where BRICS+ offer new opportunities but also familiar risks. While partnerships with BRICS nations can bring alternative financing and market access, the focus must first be on building strong intra-African trade, value chains, and industrial capacity, ensuring infrastructure deals protect sovereignty and drive long-term growth rather than decades of dependency.

We discuss the leadership, strategy, and entrepreneurial spirit needed to make this shift, starting in schools and extending to the negotiating table, so Africa can move from being a supplier of raw materials to a driver of innovation, manufacturing, and sustainable prosperity.

Topics Covered:
◽️BRICS+ expansion and Africa’s role in shaping global governance
◽️ Managing China and other BRICS partners’ influence on African infrastructure and social sectors
◽️ Redirecting resource wealth into domestic industrial capacity
◽️ Capability versus political will in Africa’s economic positioning
◽️ Strategic avenues for channeling BRICS+ capital into sustainable development
◽️ Mobilising scalable social impact investments across Africa
◽️ Closing the SDG financing gap through sustainable finance
◽️ Dissecting the philanthropy model in venture and social impact
◽️ Moving Africa from raw material supplier to high-value innovation hub
◽️ Inspiring leadership shifts from corporate boardrooms to impact ecosystems
◽️ Defining decisions for Africa’s global positioning over the next decade

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156 - Radhika Gupta COO: Neurotech Series - NTX Services, Neurotech Product to Market09 Jul 202300:49:48

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Episode Title:- 🇨🇦Neurotech Product to Market🇨🇦

This is an episode for the #HTNeurotechSeries on Heads Talk . It's a conversation about the commercialisation and commercial boom of neurotech solutions.

Radhika Gupta is the Chief Operating Officer of NTX Services. An organisation that specialises in neurotechnology. NTX Services has an exclusive relationship with NeuroTechX, the largest international neurotechnology community, to provide Consulting and Recruiting services. 

Throughout her career, Radhika has developed expertise in Investments, Valuation, Marketing, Sales and Operations across a wide variety of developed and emerging countries. 

Prior to joining NTX Services, she worked as a buy-side investment professional at a $200Billion Plus Dollars Canadian Investment Fund, evaluating companies as potential investment targets for an approximately $1B+ Canadian Dollars portfolio.

Topics Covered:
◽️Neurotech Startups and Market
◽️Investor Appetite and Funding
◽️Competition and First to Market
◽️Neurotech Advisory and Consulting Services
◽️Neurotech - Health Products, Performance Products, Social Products
◽️Commercialisation Boom
◽️Competitive Analysis
◽️Brain Implant Latest 
◽️Shifting Regulatory Landscape
 
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155 - Huey Hong Ong CSO: Hospitality Series - Singapore Tourism Board, A City in Nature - Sustainable Tourism02 Jul 202300:21:07

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Episode Title:  🇸🇬 A City in Nature - Sustainable Tourism🇸🇬

In this #HTHospitalitySeries episode of Heads Talk, I talk with Huey Hong Ong, CSO Singapore Tourism Board. Singapore is on my list to visit in the near future and it was a delight to talk with Huey Hong about the work they are doing there to ensure they lead on sustainable travel. 

Singapore has been certified as a sustainable destination based on the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC)'s Destination Criteria. 

The country is the first to apply for the certification process on a country level, and the GSTC was established in 2010 with the support of the United Nations Foundation and UN Environment Programme.

I have been reliably informed that the images I see on videos and in pictures are exactly how things are in this country - a city in nature!

Topics Covered:

◽️ Singapore’s USP
◽️ GSTC Certification
◽️ Sustainable Travel and Tourism
◽️ Sustainable Partners
◽️ The Road Ahead

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154 - André Hefti CMO: Hospitality Series - Switzerland Tourism Board, #IneedSwitzerland Part 225 Jun 202300:23:05

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Episode Title:-🇨🇭#IneedSwitzerland Part 2🇨🇭

It’s summer and holidays are around the corner. What better way to kickstart this than with interviews of Country Executive CSuites in the Tourism industry for this mini #HTHospitalitySeries.  

First of we have André Hefti, Chief Marketing Officer and a Member of the Management Board for Switzerland Tourism - Switzerland's Official National Tourism Organisation.

We talked about the very successful marketing campaign #IneedSwitzerland as well as the work that he and his team are doing around sustainable goals and needs. 

Andre is an astute seasoned marketing executive and is responsible for the Organisation’s Global Marketing Strategy and Brand Building, through the development of International Campaigns and Partnering with Relevant Bodies for Commercial Success.

In his role as Chief Marketing Officer, since 2018, he and his team have significantly shaped the marketing of the destination Switzerland over the past 5 years and received numerous accolades for internationally recognised campaigns. Under his leadership, the small destination of Switzerland has attracted worldwide attention and you literally have to be living under a rock, if you’ve not seen one of their recent Ads.

Topics Covered:

◽️ Current Ad Campaign featuring Roger Federer and Trevor Noah
◽️ Roger Federer the Ambassador
◽️ Tourism
◽️ Swisstainable Project
◽️ Marketing in 2023 and beyond (Intro to AI) 
◽️ Hospitality Sector Post Pandemic
◽️The Next Campaign?? 

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153 - Jess Phillips MP, House of Commons: Everything You Really Need to Know About Politics18 Jun 202300:50:53

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Episode Title:- 🇬🇧Candid Politics🇬🇧

My guest today,  the formidable Jess Phillips MP Shadow Minister for Domestic Violence & Safeguarding, House of Commons UK, talked candidly about her thoughts on the state of politics today. She did not pull any punches and this is a must listen to episode of HeadsTalk

The insightful stories,  the behind the scenes commentary. Jess was on fire and I was captivated by the content. We talked about Jess’s new book - The Life of an MP: Everything You Really Need to Know About Politics. Link in the show notes and comments. She shared some of the interesting goings on in politics today, thoughts about some of the more known individuals in this space; and her theory as to why in 2023 we have had no labour female leaders, never mind Prime Minister.

Topics Covered:
◽️Jess’s view on MPs Past & Present
◽️Cost of Living Crisis
◽️Solutions for Domestic Violence 
◽️Government Track Record
◽️Public Sector Workers & The Picket Line
◽️Women’s Economic Empowerment

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152 - Subutai Ahmad CEO: Neurotech Series - Numenta, Future of Intelligent Computing11 Jun 202300:37:12

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Episode Title:- 🇺🇸Future of Intelligent Computing🇺🇸

What better way to conclude this #HTNeurotechSeries 2023 on Heads Talk than to end as we began - with Numenta. Today, I have Subutai Ahmad, CEO Numenta to talk about all things to do with Intelligent Computing. 

Subutai has previously served as Vice President Engineering at Yes Video, Inc. where he helped grow the company from a 3-person start-up to a  Leader in automated digital media authoring.  

In 1997, Subutai co-founded ePlanet Interactive - a spin-off from Interval Research. ePlanet developed the IntelPlay Me2Cam - the first Computer Vision product developed for consumers. He has served as a key researcher at Interval Research.

This was a great conversation and conclusion to a most enjoyable series.  Subutai talked passionately about the work he and his team are doing.

Topics Covered:
◽️ Relationship Between Neuroscience and AI
◽️ Commercialisation of a Neuroscience Research Lab
◽️ Computational Intelligence (CI)
◽️ Quantum Advanced Intelligence (QAI)
◽️ Deep Learning Systems
◽️ True Machine Intelligence

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151 - Tim Marler CRO, Professor: Neurotech Series - RAND Corporation, BCI Regulation, Military Application et al04 Jun 202300:32:02

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Episode Title:- 🇺🇸BCI Regulation, Military Application et al🇺🇸

On this #HTNeurotechSeries episode of Heads Talk, I am joined by Tim Marler, Professor and a Senior Research Engineer at RAND Corporation.  

He is a co-founder and co-lead for the RAND Biological Technologies' Emerging Challenges Group and the RAND Health Biotechnology and BioEconomy Strategy Group. 

Currently, Tim serves on the Department of Commerce's Materials and Equipment Technical Advisory Committee within the Bureau of Industry and Security.

The President of Virtual Systems Engineering, his work focuses on software for Analysing Circuit Cards, and he is the Chief Research Officer of SantosHuman Inc., which focuses on software for Digital Human Modelling. 

Once again with the NeurotechSeries, we could have easily spent a good 2 hours just talking about the military aspect and use of BCIs in this episode. Tim provided me with a view of BCIs in combat, in war engagement and you get  a glimpse of operations going forward. Fascinating! 

We also talked about the various industry sectors and how they will benefit from BCIs, starting with the medical and health sector. 

A lot of innovative ideas were shared. So another good episode to listen to. 

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◽️ Types of BCIs
◽️ BCI Application in the Military
◽️ Commercial Application of BCI
◽️ BCI Regulation: The Obstacles and Maturity Level
◽️ Privacy and Laws
◽️ International Agreements and Considerations
◽️ Are we ready for 'this type' of Neurotechnology

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150 - Nita Farahany Professor, TL, Author: Neurotech Series - The Sixth Domain of Warfare: The Battle for Cognitive Liberty28 May 202300:53:53

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Episode Title:- 🇺🇸The Sixth Domain of Warfare: The Battle for Cognitive Liberty🇺🇸

This is a 'not to be missed' 150th episode of Heads Talk for the #HTNeurotechSeries. We have the incredible Nita Farahany, Robinson O. Everett distinguished Professor of Law & Philosophy at Duke Law School, the Founding Director of Duke Science & Society, the Faculty Chair of the Duke MA in Bioethics & Science Policy, and principal investigator of SLAP Lab.  She is the Author of the must read book: The Battle for Your Brain: Defending the Right to Think Freely in the Age of Neurotechnology.  I really enjoyed our conversation, which could have gone on for another hour or so. Brilliant content. 

 Topics Covered:

◽️ Cognitive Warfare
◽️ Cognitive Liberty
◽️ Neuroscience Impact on the Justice System
◽️ Neuromarketing
◽️ Brain Data Rights
◽️ The Different Hats of Nita: Philosophical Nita, Legal Nita
◽️ Who has access to your brain data
◽️ Havana Syndrome
◽️ Normalisation of Surveillance
◽️ 1984
◽️ Rethink Compulsory Education

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149 - Bolu Ajiboye Professor, Neuroscientist: Neurotech Series - Case Western Reserve University, The Restoration of Lost Function - Biomedical Engineering, BMI & Neuroprosthetics21 May 202300:40:45

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Episode Title:  🇺🇸 The Restoration of Lost Function - Biomedical Engineering, BMI & Neuroprosthetics🇺🇸

I had such an enlightening conversation with my guest today on the #HTNeurotechSeries on Heads Talk.  Despite the fact that during the recording, I had a throbbing headache,  Professor Abidemi Bolu Ajiboye,  Case Western Reserve University, kept me engaged in the incredible work he and his team are doing.  Not surprised by the many accolades received. 

Prof. Ajiboye's main research interest is in the development and control of BMI Neuroprosthetic technologies for restoring function to individuals who have experienced severely debilitating injuries to the nervous system, such as spinal cord injury and stroke. 

The end goal of his research is to develop BMI systems that allow for more natural interactions with one’s surrounding environment, and more natural control of assistive technologies, such as artificial limbs and functional electrical stimulation (FES) based systems.
 
Topics Covered:

◽️ Neuroprosethic Today and Tomorrow
◽️ FES - Functional Electrical Stimulation based systems
◽️ Neuromodulation
◽️ The Engineering Behind it all
◽️ Work with Veterans
◽️ New Developments in Speech
◽️ I Am Human Documentary 

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148 - Achin Bhowmik EVP, CTO, Professor: Neurotech Series - Starkey, The Apple of Hearing Aids - Audio Edge Intelligence14 May 202300:41:12

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Episode Title:- 🇺🇸The Apple of Hearing Aids - Audio Edge Intelligence🇺🇸
 
I enjoyed this episode. Listening to it again in order to write this paragraph, it just reconfirmed to me what a great conversation this was for the #HTNeurotechSeries on  Heads Talk. You need to watch what these guys are doing and how they are reimagining hearing devices. Remember when the first Apple iPhone came out, well this is that moment in the Hearing device world. My guest and his team are changing the way we see and use this device, making it more than its initial intended use. In fact, those that do not have impaired hearing will be using it to enhance their hearing  beyond the level of a human. Now do you understand what I'm talking about?  Some would argue that the smartphone has made humans less intelligent, whereas this device will enhance cognition.

I absolutely love when something that is not on your radar just enters into your space. This is it. I was wowed by the work that my guest is doing for those who are audio impaired, but I would most definitely call it Hearing Aid+ and you will understand why when you listen to this episode.  In fact, I grappled with the title of this episode and switched between ‘The Neuroscience of Hearing’, ‘Reimagined the Hearing Device’, ‘Deep Neural Network’, ‘AI and Smart Hearing Tech’ to then settle on the title above. 

Achin Bhowmik, the EVP and CTO of Starkey, is also an Adjunct  Professor of Neuroscience for @Stanford University.  He has won many Scientific and Technology based awards & has been named in the top 10 CTOs of 2022. You need to look at the list to understand what an achievement that is. 

This was a 'buckle up, listen and learn’ episode and he brought audio edge intelligence to the fore. I can't emphasise enough what a great insightful conversation this was. You will be amazed. Guaranteed!
 
 Topics Covered:

◽️ Cutting Edge In-Ear Devices
◽️ Genesis AI
◽️ Sound Classification with Algorithms & Advanced ML
◽️ Audio Edge Technology
◽️ Deep Neural Network
◽️ Multipurpose Device
◽️ Frontiers in Neuroscience
◽️Augmenting Auditory Perception
◽️ AI & Embedded Sensors
◽️ Transhumanism 

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147 - Aragorn Meulendijiks CMO: Neurotech Series - ItsMrMetaverse, Next Level Neuromarketing07 May 202300:50:12

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Episode Title:  🇳🇱 Next Level Neuromarketing🇳🇱

In this episode of #HTNeurotechSeries on  HeadsTalk we have Aragorn Meulendijiks, CMO, Strategic Advisor and Founder of ItsMrMetaverse.com

The thing that I love about talking to Aragorn is that our conversations always dart off into fascinating corners, ideas, ideals and foreboding scenarios! We eventually get back on topic, but that is the joy of talking to Aragorn.

You will find this conversation interesting. While the main theme is about Neuromarketing today, some of the things discussed will make you think about neuromarketing and capitalism, if you like, of tomorrow. What if we all are able to read and understand what each other’s thinking about? What will be the societal impact? What if Tech becomes bigger and more powerful than governments? These are some of the unexpected turns and Aragorn really makes this episode a must listen to.  You will know why I’m happy to have him on Heads Talk time and time again.

Incidentally, he requested that the main body of his introduction is kept as is despite the laughs. Have a listen! 

Topics Covered:

◽️ Neuromarketing: Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow
◽️ Consumer Neuroscience 
◽️ Physiological and Neural Signals
◽️ Neuroscience and AI in the Metaverse
◽️ What can Apps really do in biometric and with brain signals
◽️ Destabilisation: Lack of Regulations and Laws
◽️ The Privacy Debate
◽️ Unintended Consequences
◽️ Will Big Pharma Change Forever


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264 - John Lin, TL, BM: BRICS Series, BORG Consulting - Osmosis: The Unbroken Self. East-West Bridge Builder 10 Aug 202500:59:47

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Episode Title: 🇨🇳Osmosis: The Unbroken Self🇳🇱

We rarely pause to see those caught in between the acceleration of AI and the shifting of Geopolitical lines - the living bridges silently carrying the weight of nations.

Sometimes, a conversation about technology stops being about machines and progress and instead reveals the quiet, very real toll on a human holding 2 worlds together.

This is one of those conversations.

What began as a standard episode recording that quite quickly became something far more profound.

My guest didn’t just speak about digital transformation, the strategic dance of cross-border innovation, and geopolitical manoeuvring, he actually embodied it! The dialogue shifted from mechanics and marvels of tech to something deeply human. I found myself listening not to expertise alone, but to a person who has become a living bridge between nations.

Through this exchange, I witnessed the toll such a role can take, the weight of carrying two flags in an age dominated by AI and relentless digital progress. It made me wonder: how many other unseen bridges walk among us, silently holding worlds together while bearing the unspoken cost of connection?

We often say, “this is a must-listen,” but this episode truly earns it. Beyond what you’ll hear on the mic, there were moments of candour, vulnerability, and rare insight. For that, I’m grateful to my guest, whose honesty turns this discussion into something far more resonant than a technical exploration.

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John Lin is a rare, compelling figure. Someone who walks the fault line between East and West, carrying with him a dual cultural identity (Chinese and Dutch) that few can navigate so seamlessly; building bridges along the way. But that balancing act is never straightforward. In boardrooms and negotiations, the question looms: Which self do I lead with? Which identity wins the deal?

It all started as a clinical exploration of bridging East and West in commerce and innovation, then it quickly changed. What emerged wasn’t just the mechanics of deal-making across hemispheres, but the PERSON who is the bridge. And in that space, the questioning stopped being tactical; it was human.

As mentioned, this is not your standard Heads Talk episode. But in the BRICS & Geopolitics Series, we have to talk about blurred lines and border crossings, not only for trade and diplomacy but for people and minds.

Humans moving across cultures are like osmosis and diffusion in motion, reshaping the space they enter and carrying traces of each place they’ve been.

I relate deeply to John’s journey. I too have felt the weight of expectation, the silent request to perform for approval. But with age, time, stubbornness and a sharper instinct for self-preservation, I’ve learnt to resist.

For every John out there: walk into those less-than-welcoming spaces and deliver your genius - nothing else. That’s the bridge. That’s enough.

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146 - Avi Lasarow CEO: Neurotech Series - Prenetics International, Genomics and Neurogenomics30 Apr 202300:27:30

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Episode Title:- 🇬🇧Genomics and Neurogenomics🇬🇧

In this #HTNeurotechSeries of HeadsTalk , I am joined by Avi Lasarow, the immediate past CEO of Prenetics and the CEO of DNAfit. He is a successful serial entrepreneur who succeeded in pivoting the business to $100million during the pandemic, and played a crucial role in getting Britain back to work, travel and play.

An inspirational leader, he has dedicated over a quarter of his life in the relentless pursuit of science and technological innovation and has been “driven to pioneer and humanise DNA science that, for so long, has been unreachable, unexplainable and unfordable”. 

Avi now helps everyone from consumers to elite sportspeople to understand how their DNA affects their response to fitness and nutrition changes. He created the global brand DNAfit, scaling it to a £20 million business with zero funding, and Avi is the CEO International for the world's most comprehensive DNA test - CircleDNA.

Topics Covered:  

◽️ Personalised Treatment and Cures
◽️ DNA Testing and Understanding
◽️ Building Biobanks 
◽️ Genomics & Neurogenomics
◽️ Social Impact in Business
◽️ Neurotechnology Potential 

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145 - Robert Bueninck CEO: Fintech Series - Unzer, Introducing UPayLater23 Apr 202300:34:59

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Episode Title:-🇩🇪Introducing UPayLater🇩🇪

In this Heads Talk episode as part of the series of conversations with CSuite Financial and Fintech Leaders, I had a conversation with Robert Bueninck, CEO of Unzer. 

The conversation was dominated by the recent launch of Unzer’s BNPL offering for the B2B market - #UPayLater. Robert talked about the advantages of this model, allowing merchants and retailers to maintain valued end-customer relationships while ensuring they are able to offer them payment options. Issues around regulation came up in the conversation and we talked about the different approaches in Germany and the UK. Another conversation for those of you who follow the latest in the BNPL space. 

It will be interesting to see how the white-label bnpl offering develops over time and if other providers will move into this space (B2B) as opposed to the known B2C offering.


 Unzer is also one of the sponsors for the Special Olympics in Berlin 2023 and with their team spirit, many of the employees will be volunteering their services. 
 
 Generally, it was a great dialogue with Robert who is an entrepreneur by heart. His knowledge of the BNPL market was clear to see, having spent a number of years working as the Country Head for @Klarna in the DACH region and prior to that Belgium and the Netherlands. 

Topics Covered:  

◽️ UPayLater Launch
◽️ White-Label BNPL  
◽️ Unzer’s Future Plans
◽️ Regulations in Germany and EU
◽️ Credit Checks at Point of Sale
◽️ Berlin 2023 Special Olympics


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144 - Alex Marsh Head UK: Fintech Series - Klarna, More Than BNPL16 Apr 202300:51:24

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Episode Title:-🇬🇧More Than BNPL🇸🇪

In this Heads Talk episode as part of the series of conversations with CSuite Financial and Fintech Leaders, I had a conversation with Alex Marsh, Country Lead and Head of Klarna UK. 

Alex and I spoke in the first HTFintechSeries  and this conversation was equally fascinating, especially to be introduced to some of the products and services of Klarna away from the known market leading BNPL services. They are really offering a BNPL+ service to the market.

Have a listen to Alex talk about the current and outstanding regulatory issues as well as how the explosion of AI and ChatGPT is changing the fintech market for good. Another episode filled with great content and detail. 
 

Topics Covered:  

◽️ Klarna's Additional Services and Products
◽️ Acquisitions
◽️ Klarna Working with OpenAI Team
◽️ AI in Open Banking
◽️ BNPL Regulations Update
◽️ Regulations in Different Countries
◽️ Effects of Apple Entry into BNPL Market
◽️ Shelf Life of the Credit Card
◽️ Klarna's Sustainability Initiatives

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143 - Niklas Kruse CFO :Fintech Series - Roche, Finance Function Lead on Social Value09 Apr 202300:27:21

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Episode Title:- 🇬🇧Finance Function Lead on Social Value🇮🇪

In this first of a number of episodes on Heads Talk in the month of April around the finance function and fintech we talk to Niklas Kruse, a Financial CSuite, who is the Director of Finance and Operations UK, Ireland and European Agencies for Roche Diagnostics. He has had nearly 2 decades in the Healthcare industry working across a number of geographies and continents.

His passion for driving value through finance, has led him to take on Leadership roles in various cultural contexts, including Germany, Switzerland, China, the USA, Finland,  and the UK. 

Topics Covered:
◽️ Social Value
◽️ Finance Ethical Decision Making 
◽️ Ethical Investments
◽️ Tender Consideration
◽️ Fintech Enablement
◽️ Finance Function Changes

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142 - Allison Duettmann President & CEO: Neurotech Series - Foresight Institute, Existential Hope02 Apr 202300:35:11

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Episode Title:- 🇺🇸Existential Hope🇺🇸

My #HTNeurotechSeries HeadsTalk guest today is the leader of an organisation dedicated to the development of high-impact technologies that are focused on several fields of Science. From molecular nanotechnology, to brain-computer interfaces, space exploration, cryptocommerce, and AI. 

Allison Duettmann is the President and CEO of Foresight Institute and our conversation focused on the work that she and her team are doing.  

Foresight Institute has been around since 1986 and Allison within the organisation for 11 years.  She directs the:

  • Intelligent Cooperation
  • Molecular Machines
  • Biotech & Health Extension
  • Neurotech & Space Groups
  • Fellowships, Prizes; and Tech Trees

Allison not only shares the work of Foresight with the public, but has had a number of media appearances and done speeches on various topics relating to AI, Computing and Technology development.  

Topics Covered:
◽️ Work of FI
◽️ Up and Coming Workshops and Events
◽️ Neuroscience, AI and ML Today and Tomorrow
◽️ Existential Hope Concept

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141 - Jeff Jensen CTO: Neurotech Series - Blackrock Neurotech, Tomorrow’s BCI Industry26 Mar 202300:37:14

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Episode Title:- 🇺🇸Tomorrow’s BCI Industry🇺🇸

As some of you probably know, I tend to do quite a bit of research prior to a conversation with a guest on Heads Talk, especially if it’s a field that I am not familiar with.  This one was no exception. However, going through the material and listening to some of the testimonies of the BCI Pioneers, I was unexpectedly moved. Completely amazed at the work that they are doing with their patients, their drive, the results and the fact that they are at the front of delivering hope to many individuals with paralysis and other neurological disorders. 

Jeff Jensen is the CTO of Blackrock Neurotech, one of the world's leading Neurotech companies.  We talked about the work that is being done within his organisation and I listened to some of the feedback that Jeff and his team are getting about some of their life changing products. They have developed one of the most advanced BCI used today and in this episode you will hear how excited Jeff is with the progress as well as get a glimpse of what’s to come in this space. Their mission state is a noble one and they are delivering groundbreaking results. One gets the feeling we are on the edge of an exponential development in neuroscience and you will marvel at some of the products due to be released and commercialised in the near future. I am only too happy to be able to share this episode with you today. 

Topics Covered:

◽️ Advent of BCI

◽️ Blackrock’s Utah Array

◽️ BCI Pioneers/Patients & Their Feedback

◽️ Next Gen BCI

◽️ MoveAgain BCI

◽️ Neuroprosthetics 

◽️ Neuralace

◽️ Neurotech Ecosystem

◽️ The Differentiator from Competitors

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140 - Emery N. Brown Professor, Neuroscientist: Neurotech Series - MIT, Harvard - The Nexus between Neuroscience, Neurotechnology & Anaesthesiology19 Mar 202300:38:53

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Episode Title: 🇺🇸The Nexus between Neuroscience, Neurotechnology & Anaesthesiology🇺🇸

In this 140th episode of HeadsTalk,  still in the #HTNeurotechSeries, I’m excited about this guest today. He is the renowned Computational and Systems  Neuroscientist, Anaesthesiologist and Statistician Professor Emery N. Brown who holds endowed chairs at Harvard and MIT and is considered one of the world’s experts on Anaesthesiology.

The thing that struck me about Prof.  Brown was his humble persona. He was so gracious, communicative and our conversation continued well after the recording; and what a wonderful and memorable discussion it was. Despite his vast knowledge and unparalleled experience, at no point was I made to feel lesser. Remember, this is an individual that has a street named after him. Incredibly refreshing and admirable.

It’s hard not to be taken aback by his many achievements, accolades and awards in the fields of Neuroscience and Anaesthesiology, a true legend. His accomplishments speak for themselves, rounded off by being only one of a handful of individuals who has been elected to all 3 branches of the US National Academy of Sciences, Engineering & Medicine. He served on President Obama’s BRAIN Initiative Working Group and famously testified at the Michael Jackson deposition. Prof Brown expert advice is renowned across the globe because of his meticulous research and analysis work on sleep, anaesthesia & the unconscious mind.

So easy to be captivated by him & his mellifluous tones. Highly recommend a listen to some of his video lecture recordings. You’ll understand exactly what I mean.

There is so much more to the science of anaesthesiology & I literally couldn’t have asked for a better individual to explain it to me.

A brilliant episode!

Topics Covered:
◽️ Anaesthesiology
◽️ The different levels and state of consciousness
◽️ Understanding Neural Oscillation
◽️Neuroscience within Anaesthesiology
◽️The Theatre (Surgical)
◽️Cross Pollination of roles between Neuroscientist & Anaesthesiologist
◽️How Anaesthesiology integrates into other practice of Medicine
◽️What’s left to do.

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139 - Lidia Fonseca EVP, CDTO: Neurotech Series - Pfizer, 4IR Healthcare Technology12 Mar 202300:20:41

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Episode Title:- 🇺🇸4IR Healthcare Technology🇺🇸

A must listen to episode of Heads Talk. I had the privilege of talking to an Executive CSuite of Pfizer who provided me with a vision of what’s to come with the application of digital medicine and the 4th industrial revolution. Such a fascinating answer to this question. 

Lidia Fonseca , EVP & Group Chief Digital and Technology Officer Pfizer talked about her role and the innovative developments within Pfizer. They have a holistic approach to digital transformation and application and this is what differentiate them. 

Lidia is responsible for the enterprise-wide digital strategy, data, technology products and solutions. Under her leadership Pfizer has automated over 90% percent of 100 million Transactional Processes across the company. Lidia’s team launched the Pfizer Learning Academy, providing learning, training, & development for all Pfizer employees.

Thoroughly enjoyed my conversation with Lidia, helped by the great team and communications lead at Pfizer. 

Topics Covered:
◽️ Personalised Medicine
◽️ Internet-of-Medical Things (IoMT) 
◽️ Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS)
◽️ AI, ML
◽️ Digitising Drug Discovery
◽️ Clinical Developments
◽️ Biotech Innovation, Collaboration and Acquisition 
◽️ Holistic Delivery
◽️ Pfizer’s USP
◽️ Future of Healthcare

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138 - Brigitte Nolet President & CEO: Neurotech Series - Roche, Roche Canada Leads on Neuroscience and Health Innovation05 Mar 202300:46:24

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Episode Title:- 🇨🇦Roche Canada Leads on Neuroscience and Health Innovation🇨🇦

In this week of International Women, I had a powerful conversation with a CEO of one of the biggest pharmaceutical corporations in the world.  

We love talking about collaboration or partnership on HeadsTalk, especially how prevalent this has become post the pandemic. This conversation took a different direction to the partnership conversations we normally have. Brigitte Novel, CEO Roche Pharma Canada talks about the importance of the patient partnership they have and how this is cultivated by Roche. A tremendous amount of work, research and thought have gone into this and Brigitte, with her team at Roche Canada, are at the forefront; applying the right and latest enabling technologies. 

A conversation that shows you where Roche Canada is going and how this disruptive tech and 4th industrial revolution is driving this. Definitely a part 2 to this conversation to see and talk about how some of the ambitious targets discussed have been met. So stay tuned for that. I’m quietly confident that Part 2 will be equally enlightening. 

With regards to the episode, have a listen. It was great and I enjoyed how Brigitte waxed lyrical about the achievements of Canada and Roche in the field of Neuroscience, AL & ML. 

Many thanks to the Roche team who helped organise this fabulous episode today. I was so impressed with how smooth everything ran.   


Topics Covered:

◽️ Canada’s Leadership in AI & ML
◽️ Neuroscience and the Ageing Population
◽️ Roche Research and Development Excellence
◽️ Big Pharma & Tech
◽️ Healthcare Leadership
◽️ Patient Partnership
◽️ Tumour-agnostic medicines


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137 - Martha Boeckenfeld Dean, Partner: Neurotech Series - Metaverse Academy, Neuroscience in the Metaverse: The Promise and Pitfalls26 Feb 202300:33:20

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Episode Title: 🇨🇭Neuroscience in the Metaverse: The Promise and Pitfalls🇨🇭

Another prolific guest on HeadsTalk today for the #HTNeurotechSeries. When I decided on this new series, I knew I wanted to have Dr Martha Boekenfeld, Dean, Partner at Metaverse Academy on the show. For those who don’t know, she is a seasoned financial sector CEO, CFO and is currently on Generali Switzerland Board of Directors. She is also a renowned disruptive Tech Thought leader. Just have a read of her recent article on Neuroscience in the Metaverse. The link is in the comments. Our discussion could have lasted 2 hours easily, nevertheless we’ve managed to slot in all the succinct and relevant points into this shorter version. The article completes this discussion. 

Topics Covered:
◽️ The Great Convergence
◽️ Neuroscience in the Metaverse
◽️ Neural Networks
◽️ Brain Computer Interface Technology in the Metaverse
◽️ Advancements in Healthcare in the Metaverse
◽️ Elon Musk’s Neuralink
◽️ Neurotechonology Governance, Ethical, Social and Privacy Considerations 
◽️ Global Silo Working Warnings
◽️ Unintended Consequences
◽️ Irony

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Dr. Martha Boeckenfeld's Retail Series Episode EP.101 #HTRetailSeries
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263 - Ashley Dudarenok, CEO: BRICS Series, Alarice, ChoZan - Made in China 2025: Digital Evolution & Global Tech Influence03 Aug 202501:02:24

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Episode Title: 🇨🇳Made in China 2025: Digital Evolution & Global Tech Influence🇨🇳 

We continue the #HTBRICSSeries on Heads Talk with a returning guest from three years ago, Ashley Dudarenok. Her first episode remains one of my personal favourites, and I’m delighted to have her back. This time, we reconnect to discuss how China’s fast-moving tech ecosystem has evolved and what its trajectory means for both global markets and the BRICS alliance.

Ashley is one of Asia’s most prominent voices on Chinese digital transformation and a leading expert in digital marketing, consumer innovation, and platform strategy. Based in Hong Kong, she’s the founder of two successful ventures guiding businesses through China’s complex market landscape - Alarice and ChoZan. A bestselling author, keynote speaker, and vlogger, Ashley’s insights are frequently featured on the BBC, CNBC, Forbes, Bloomberg, and The Wall Street Journal.

In this episode, we catch up on China’s shift from hypergrowth to strategic tech autonomy, its emerging leadership in global innovation, and how businesses worldwide can adapt to a rapidly evolving digital future.

Topics Covered:
◽️China’s Shift from Hypergrowth to Strategic Tech Autonomy
◽️Business Strategy & Market Entry: Glocalisation and Local Brand Storytelling
◽️Top 5 Chinese Innovators Reshaping Global Markets
◽️Future-Proofing Strategies: Rural Digital Revitalisation, “Little Giant” SMEs, Dual-Circulation 2.0
◽️Rise of Dark Markets and Informal Digital Commerce: Impacts on Tech Leadership and Global Trade Dynamics
◽️Green Transformation and Low-Carbon Tech Leadership
◽️Industrial Policy & Tech Sovereignty: Progress and Gaps in “Made in China 2025”
◽️Demographic Pressures and Changes with lasting effects
◽️AI, Robotics, and Machine Substitution in Supply Chains
◽️China’s Innovation Trajectory Toward 2030 and Beyond

Ashley's 1st Episode with Heads Talk here

NB: Due to a slight time delay during recording, you may notice moments where Ashley and I overlap or sound like we’re talking over each other. My apologies for that.

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136 - Dhani Sutanto CCO: Neurotech Series - 42 Interactive, Power of Neuroplasticity: Reorganise the Brain's Neural Networks19 Feb 202300:42:48

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Episode Title: 🇦🇺Power of Neuroplasticity: Reorganise the Brain's Neural Networks 🇦🇺

In this episode  #HTNeurotechSeries of HeadsTalk , I have a creative technologist that is on a mission to make technology more personal & impactful through designs that deliver exceptional user experiences.

Did you know that 9/10 cases of chronic pain have no physical cause?

Dhani Sutanto is the Co Founder and Chief Commercial Officer of a number of companies. They include, 42 Interactive Pty Limited, Neurotechnology the company and Box Office VR

He is a seasoned creative professional with a career spanning 20 years. 

Topics Covered:
◽️ Neuroplasticity 
◽️ Brain Neural Networks Reorganisation  
◽️ Neuromodulation
◽️ Chronic Pain Clinic's Tranceducer™ and CognitiVR™ Technology
◽️ Analgesic Effect
◽️ Mirror Boxed Therapy 
◽️ Neurotech Scaleup Issues 
◽️ Digital Twin
◽️ Full Body Tracking 
◽️Funding Neurotech Startups


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135 - Bella Rafael Hovhannisyan CECO: Neurotech Series - CSL, Ethics, Compliance and Tech12 Feb 202300:31:10

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Episode Title:- 🇨🇭Ethics, Compliance and Tech🇨🇭

My guest today on the #HTNeurotechSeries is a CSuite that we have not had on the show before. We talked about compliance & ethics in a sector where the execution is most needed. My guest, a Robust individual, is known for her Prudence, Confidential Delivery and Leadership. We delved into her role and looked at the future direction of the sector with the advent of Bio and Neurotech - led by compliance, ethics and integrity. 

Bella Rafael Hovhannisyan, Chief Ethics & Compliance Officer CSL - a leading global biotechnology company, provided me with insights into the working of large biotech and pharmaceutical corporations.  

Bella is responsible for:

◻️ Developing the strategic framework, 

◻️ Execution and ongoing management of the CSL enterprise-wide business ethics & compliance group

◻️ Ensuring high ethical standards in business operations and compliance with healthcare laws, pharmaceutical industry requirements; and

◻️ CSL policies and procedures

Prior to joining CSL, she was the Compliance & Ethics Lead for Bristol-Myers Squibb

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134 - Max Newlon President: Neurotech Series - BrainCo, Brain Gymnastics & Backstories 05 Feb 202300:38:52

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Episode Title:- 🇺🇸Brain Gymnastics & Backstories🇺🇸

What’s great about this episode? My guest answered a question I’ve had for a number of decades. The brain is a marvellous tool and you will understand why I say this if you listen to this full episode. 

On this #HTNeurotechSeries of HeadsTalk, I’m joined by Max Newlon, President of BrainCo - a  company that brings cutting-edge science, engineering; and algorithm development to address real-world challenges. It all started from the Harvard Innovation Lab & in 2019, BrainCo won Time Magazine’s Top 100 Inventions of the Year. Its FocusCalm invention has been used by elite athletes, including Olympians and Formula 1 drivers. 

You will hear interesting responses to the 𝔽𝕠𝕣𝕖𝕤𝕚𝕘𝕙𝕥 ℚ𝕦𝕚𝕫 - the first outing of the quiz since the start of this series. Max provided in-depth information and his knowledge in this area was clear to see. 

Then we started talking about dreams and the backstories. A must listen to section of the episode. I bet that will answer a few questions for you too! 

Topics Covered:

  • Neurotech Advancements with Prosthetics 
  • Low & High Brain Performance
  • Neurotechnology Potential 
  • Education Engagement and Enhancement
  • FocusCalm 
  • Dream Backstories 
  • State of Consciousness 

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