Episode overview
Episode 51: Smart Tech Synergy: Unveiling the Future of IoT and AI (NEW)
We now live in a world where every device communicates, and every data point tells a story. And 2023 definitely will be remembered as the year of Artificial intelligence. Joining us today is David Ly, CEO of Iveda. They provide global solutions for cloud-based video AI search and surveillance technologies. We'll explore how integrating IoT and AI can revolutionize everything from smart cities to telehealth and advanced security systems.
Episode 50: Demystifying AI in IoT: Real-Time Analytics and Beyond
Together with Mohammed Dogar (VP, Global Business Development and Ecosystem), we'll explore the AI Center of Excellence at Renesas, unravel some common misconceptions about AI in the IoT space, and discuss the opportunities in real-time analytics.
We'll also delve into how technology is evolving in areas like voice, vision, and audio analytics, and how engineers can navigate this AI-centric landscape despite not being data scientists.
Episode 49: Empowering Voices: Fostering Diversity and Inclusion in Electronics
Welcome to a special International Women's Day episode of 'We Talk IoT,' where we shine a light on the women shaping the future of technology.
Today, we are honored to host Jackie Mattox, the founder of Women in Electronics, a pivotal force advocating for diversity and empowerment in the tech industry.
Join us as we delve into Jackie's inspiring journey, the work of Women in Electronics, and the crucial role of mentorship and inclusion in driving innovation.
Episode 48: Navigating the Future - IoT's Transformational Journey
We discuss key breakthroughs in IoT, including 5G integration for fully wireless smart factories, the role of AI in the IoT value chain, and the transformation brought about by eSIMs. Divya Wakankar - Executive VP Enterprise Business & CMO at BICS - also explores current challenges businesses face amidst global digital transformation, such as high customer expectations, regulatory compliance, and the need for innovative business models. The role of AI in reshaping traditional IoT value chains, the potential of eSIM for both businesses and consumers, and the importance of continued learning and curiosity in the face of digital transformation are also covered.
Episode 47: Bridging Generations: Exploring the Cool Side of Hardware Engineering
We have a special treat for you as we bring together two engineers from Avnet, each representing a different generation in the hardware engineering field.
We'll be discussing the enduring allure of hardware engineering, comparing perspectives on career choices, sustainability, future visions, and mindsets. Join us as we bridge the generational gap and explore why hardware engineering remains a cool and relevant industry.
Episode 46: Rising Above the Cloud: Turning In-House Giants into Cloud Innovations
In today's episode of 'We Talk IoT‘, we dive into the world of R&D, where traditional methods of analyzing heaps of data quickly become obsolete. Our guest is Alexander Wechsler, a cloud solution architect, and CEO of Wechsler Consulting.
We will talk about the shift from manual, file-based data analysis to the seamless cloud solutions of big data analytics. Envision automated reports, AI-driven insights, and rapid feedback loops that dramatically speed up time-to-market.
Episode 45: Emotion in the Machine: Exploring Affective Computing
Today’s special guest is Nina Holzer. She is a researcher from the renowned Fraunhofer Institute for Integrated Circuits IIS and the team lead for 'Multimodal Human Sensing'.
Together, we'll explore the fascinating intersection of human emotions, artificial intelligence, and the future of human-computer interaction. So, tune in as we delve deep into the heartbeats of our machines.
Episode 44: Seeing Beyond the Surface: AI in Defect Visual Inspection
Today, we're diving deep into a technological revolution reshaping the quality control and manufacturing world: AI-based Defect Visual Inspection, or DVI.
With us today is Giovanni Gualdi, the CEO of Deep Vision Consulting, a visionary pushing the boundaries of how we perceive and rectify defects. And Michaël Uyttersprot from Avnet Silica is someone at the forefront of integrating smart solutions into industrial spaces. We will explore the mechanics, use cases, and business models of AI-powered quality control and manufacturing inspections.
Episode 43: The Tech Odyssey: Reshaping Space Missions with AMD and Avnet Silica
As we push the boundaries of what's possible in space, two pivotal challenges stand out: the hardware components that can withstand the extremities of space and the sophisticated processing power required to execute space missions.
With our guests, we will explore the transformation in satellite technology, the vital role of Commercial Off-the-shelf components, and the evolution in processing needs for ambitious space applications.
Joining us from AMD is Ken O’Neill, Space Systems Architect. Representing Avnet Silica, we have Paul Leys, Market Segment Manager, Aerospace and Defence. Together, we'll journey to understand the New Space movement’s intricacies, challenges, and future.
Episode 42: Beyond Recording: Unravelling the IoT Potential of Dash Cams
In a connected world devices don't just function, they communicate, learn, and evolve. Today, we'll be diving into a device that many of us have in our cars but probably never thought of as part of the IoT ecosystem: the dash cam. Our cars, as it turns out, don’t just take us from point A to B; they're becoming hubs of data and potential!
With advancements in cloud computing, SIM-based connectivity, and artificial intelligence, dash cams are rapidly moving beyond just passive recording devices. They're becoming crucial tools for safety, real-time communication, traffic analysis, and even paving the way for innovative business models.
Our guest this week: Bryn Brooker, Head of Marketing for Nextbase.
Episode 41: Shaping the Semiconductor Landscape: A Deep Dive with Avnet Silica
We pull back the curtain on the semiconductor world, uncovering its challenges, evolutions, and the innovations steering its future.
With us is Gilles Beltran, the president of Avnet Silica, a company at the heart of these transformations.
From grappling with global supply chain disruptions to spearheading sustainable practices, Gilles offers a rare insight into the intricate workings of this pivotal industry.
Episode 40: The Next Space Age: Intelligent Systems, Data, and the Journey Beyond
While Space might seem a world away from our everyday experiences with the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence (AI), and data, our guest bridges that gap today. We're excited to introduce Kate Underhill, a rocket scientist from the European Space Agency (ESA).
Kate works with the 'Future Launchers Preparatory Programme' at ESA, blending cutting-edge technology with space exploration, from implementing AI in non-destructive hardware inspections to creating intelligent propulsion systems.
We'll explore if the answer to our global challenges is written in the stars.
Episode 39: Unified, Scalable, Secure: The Matter Promise for Enterprises
In today's dynamic B2B landscape, connectivity, interoperability, and scalability aren't just buzzwords – they're prerequisites for success. Enter Matter: a groundbreaking smart home standard, set to redefine how businesses approach IoT and smart technology.
Today, we have the privilege of hosting Guylain Pouly from NXP. We'll be diving into how Matter is shaping the business ecosystem, the opportunities it brings to the table for enterprises, and what its adoption could mean for the future of smart tech integration.
Episode 38: Meshing it Up - Exploring the Power of Wireless Mesh Networks
Today, we are diving into the realm of wireless mesh networks, the invisible threads that seamlessly connect the devices in our IoT ecosystem. They are resilient, robust, and expand automatically as more devices are added.
They do play a pivotal role in shaping our connected world. We have Chetan Joshi, lead product manager at Panasonic Industry Europe on the show. As Panasonic is one of the leading players in short range wireless connectivity solutions for personal area networking with wireless module product lines, he will share with us some insights on how these networks work, what challenges they have and what the future holds to this piece of the IoT puzzle.
Episode 37: Unleashing the Power of Wind Energy
Hold on to your hats: In today’s episode, we discuss one of the fastest-growing renewable power sources: wind energy. Did you know that a single wind turbine has the potential to generate enough electricity to power 1,400 homes?
In this episode, we welcome Barry Thompson, CEO of Alpha 311.
We'll unpack how cutting-edge technologies and ingenious strategies are evolving in this sector, emphasizing the impact of IoT in enhancing turbine efficiency. Our discussion will also cover the ecological benefits of wind power and a forward-looking perspective on this form of renewable energy.
Episode 36: Smarter IoT Devices with AI on the Edge
In this episode, we explore the growing trend of AI on the edge and its implications for the IoT industry. Our guest today is Ludovic Larzul, CEO of Mipsology. He will explain how AI on the edge changes data collection, processing, and analysis in real-time applications.
We also discuss the benefits and challenges of implementing AI on edge devices and the key technologies and tools necessary for success. We look ahead to the future of AI and discuss the opportunities and challenges for organisations looking to power their next-generation IoT devices.
Episode 35: Unlocking the Potential of AI
AI is changing how we live and work, and its impact is felt across every industry, from natural language processing and image recognition to predictive analytics and automation. Join us as we discuss the state of artificial intelligence, the latest advancements, and the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead.
Our guest is Dr. Björn Bringman, managing director of Deloitte's AI Institute, and we look forward to a fascinating discussion about the future of artificial intelligence.
Episode 34: How IoT Protects Forests and Combats Climate Change
Wildfires across the globe are worsening. They are growing larger, becoming more intense and frequent, and even creating their own weather – from Australia to North America, from the Arctic to Africa. According to a United Nations report, Climate change and land-use change are projected to make wildfires more frequent and intense, with a global increase of extreme fires of up to 14 percent by 2030, 30 percent by the end of 2050, and 50 percent by the end of the century.
For this episode – which will air for Earth Day – we have invited Carsten Brinkschulte, CEO of Dryad. We will discuss how sensors and artificial intelligence can predict wildfires and protect ecosystems.
Episode 33: Connecting the Unconnected - The Power of Satellite IoT
A critical aspect of IoT that is often overlooked but critical for connecting the unconnected: is satellite IoT. With the growing demand for reliable and secure connectivity in remote and underserved areas, satellite IoT is increasingly important in bridging the gap and providing real-time access to critical information and data.
We'll discuss the evolution of satellite IoT, its key concepts and technologies, real-world use cases and benefits, and future trends that are likely to emerge. Our guest this week is Gianluca Redolfi, CCO at Sateliot.
Episode 32: Revving Up for a Greener Future: EV Charging and V2G Technology
As the world moves towards a more sustainable future, electric vehicles are becoming increasingly popular, and the need for efficient and reliable charging infrastructure is growing Vehicle-to-grid Technology offers a solution that not only meets the energy needs but also benefits the electrical grid and helps reduce carbon emissions.
It also opens new business opportunities. So, let's dive into the exciting world of electric vehicle charging and see how it's shaping our future. Our guest this week: Henri Trintignac, CEO of Gulplug.
Episode 31: Smart Water Meters - Revolutionizing Water Conservation with Data and AI
Can you imagine cities like Shanghai or Melbourne running out of water within the next 20 years? It's a frightening thought, but with an average household consuming almost 130 litres of water per person, we must cut our usage by half to keep the water flowing for all.
In this episode, Steve McCorry, CTO of Creative EC, shares his insights into making water metering smarter with data and AI. Join us as we explore how combining consumption data with machine learning techniques can help predict and prevent leaks and broken pipes and even warn when water quality becomes harmful. Discover how smart water meters are revolutionizing water conservation and paving the way for a more sustainable future.
Episode 30: Women in Tech and Engineering - Achieving Equity in the Industry
Today, in honour of International Women's Day, we are talking with three amazing women who are making a difference in tech and engineering. We'll be discussing the crucial issue of gender equity in this industry, exploring the challenges and opportunities for women, and hearing from our guests about their experiences and insights. We'll also explore how to create a more inclusive and equitable industry for everyone.
Episode 29: Building Smarter Cities - The Power of Data
By 2050 over 2,5 billion people are predicted to live in cities. How can our roads, public transport systems and our nerves sustain this? As cities keep growing and infrastructure suffers, can IoT and data help?
A smart city can leverage data sources, from vehicle movement to energy use and water distribution. If you put all this information into context, city planners and citizens alike can make better decisions.
Are you ready to learn how cities can become smarter? In this episode, we discuss the importance of data in creating efficient and effective city services.Marek Suchocki from Autodesk shares his insights into the benefits of having structured and integrated data sets and why sharing data with the right people can lead to smarter cities. We also address the crucial issue of data security. Join us as we explore the world of smart cities and discover what it takes to make them a reality.
Episode 28: IoT innovation is about strategy and mindset
With the Internet of Things, many things are possible. The potential of connectivity by design is huge. But randomly collecting data doesn’t turn it into gold overnight. Without a strategy and the right mindset, data itself has limited value. To build a long-term scalable business model strategy, monetarization and education of employees must go hand in hand.
In this episode, we learn from Max Morwind (IoT Knowledge Champion) how data can generate value for any company. No matter the industry or size. If you do the work and invest in a solid strategy first and the necessary, culture and mindset change.
Episode 27: Alliances are key to IIoT success
Industry 4.0 is a phrase that has been around for over a decade. Yet, we are still waiting for the promised industrial revolution.
Our guests are Andreas Frank, Head of IIoT Business, and Dr. Christian Liedtke, Head of Strategic Alliances at KUKA.
We discuss why it is essential for companies to open their ecosystems—even their shopfloors. Traditional business models need to change to make Industrial IoT fly. Solutions need to be interoperable. But why is digitization still such a struggle for companies? The secret sauce to IoT success: alliances.
Episode 26: Data breaches from the inside
74% of all data breaches can be traced back to so-called privileged users – system administrators, service accounts, domain admins and the like – according to a report published by Forbes. Thycotic, an American cyber security company based in Washington, D.C., specializes in Digital Identity and Access Management and more specifically in Privileged Access Management (PAM) solutions. Stefan Schweizer is Thycotic’s regional VP for Germany, Austria, and Switzerland and a noted cybersecurity expert. He joins us to talk about the special risk posed by privileged users in IoT environments.
Episode 25: Conversational AI
The latest buzzword in IoT is “conversational AI”, and it seems to be everywhere nowadays. Talking machines are weather forecasters, travel agents, financial advisors. Known collectively as “bots”, they’re taking over customer service in a big way. Today, we’re joined by Michael Baldauf, Ambassador Financial Services EMEA at Pegasystems, a leading provider of software solutions for sales, marketing and services, based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, to talk with us about the spread of bots.
Episode 24: Digitization and Networking
Digitization and networking are penetrating ever deeper into classical production environments. But the boundaries between OT and IT, between operational technology and good old-fashioned information technology, are becoming blurred, and that creates new challenges in defending against cyberattacks. Sebastian Ganshow is Director of Cybersecurity Solutions at NTT Ltd., a member of the Japanese conglomerate that started out in 1870 as the operator of Japan’s first telegraph system and is today one of the five top global technology and business solutions providers in the world. Gartner recently positioned NTT Ltd. as a Leader in their Magic Quadrant for Global Network Services.
Episode 23: The Future of EV Charging
Electric vehicles or EVs are cool, but there are still twists in the road to market maturity. From accessibility and standardization issues to a lack of convenient and secure payment methods at charging stations, these could still throw a spoke in the wheel of electromobility. We are joined by Thomas Wagner of in-tech GmbH, a pioneer smart charging company based in Leipzig, and Thomas Foj, Director Vertical Market EMEA at Avnet Silica, to talk about the future of EV Charging.
Episode 22: IoT is shaping our live, who knows in which ways?
IoT continues to shape our lives in a world that is transforming – often in some pretty confusing and unexpected ways. So it’s comforting to know that somebody, at least, knows which direction we’re heading and what steps to take. One of them is Pete Bernard of Microsoft. His official title is “Senior Director, Silicon and Telecom, Azure Edge Devices, Platform & Services”. Also in this episode, Kenta Yasukawa, founder of Soracom, a Japanese technology innovator, talks about the future of IoT connectivity.
Episode 21: The future of connectivity for IoT
Rob Tiffany, Head of IoT Strategy at Ericsson, the Swedish multinational networking and telecommunications company, joins us to share his experience on the IoT connectivity landscape and the future of connectivity for IoT.
Also: Candid Wuest, VP of Cyber Protection Research at Acronis, a Swiss software company and a global leader in backup and disaster recovery on new threat trends and comprehensive protection methods.
Episode 20: Self-optimizing WiFi Solutions and the Future of Connectivity
Plume was founded in 2014 with the premise that a device is only as intelligent as the network it’s connected to. CMO Todd Grantham on self-optimizing WiFi solutions and the future of connectivity. Also: Didier Lesteven, COO of Wallix, a French provider of state-of-the-art data protection and access management solutions, whose motto is “cybersecurity simplified”.
Episode 19: Ways to Future-proof Business
Gerd Leonhard is Europe’s foremost futurist, as well as a bestselling author (“Technology vs. Humanity”) and a regular columnist for our parent magazine, Smart Industry – the IoT Business Magazine. In this month’s podcast, Gerd talks with his longtime friend, Tim Cole, editor-in-chief of Smart Industry, about ways for companies to future-proof their business, as well as his blueprint for “The Good Future”.
Episode 18: Smart Water Metering – Staying Ahead of Floods
Eddy Solutions, an award-winning North American manufacturer of smart water metering products, recently teamed up with MachineQ, a Comcast Company that specializes in long-range, low-power IoT solutions at scale that fill various business needs. For this’s podcast we welcome two guests: Shyka Ghanbarian, Vice President of Sales and Business Development, Eddy Solutions, and Bryan Witkowski, Executive Director, Head of Strategic Planning, MachineQ.
Episode 17: FPGAs and What They Mean for IoT
FPGAs(Field Programmable Gate Arrays) are semiconductor chips that can be reconfigured again and again to fit new needs. We talked with Chetan Khona, Director Industrial, Vision, Healthcare & Sciences at Xilinx, the company that literally invented the FPGA, about what they mean for IoT.
Also: Raz Roditti of Razor Labs, an Israeli startup, on how to turn clunky heavy industrial machinery into state-of-the-art smart machines.
Episode 16: Experiencing a Cyberattack
What does it feel like to be the victim of a highly sophisticated cyberattack? Thomas Pilz, CEO of Pilz Industries, a global leader in industrial automation, talks about his experience and what others can learn from it in this no-holds-barred interview.
Also: Roy Dagan, co-founder and CEO of SecuriThings, a company based in Tel Aviv that claims to offer the first IoTOps solution designed to help organizations maximize their devices’ operational efficiency and security.
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