Knock, knock, Neo. Think Agents are a thing of the future? Look again at the iconic movie, The Matrix—they've been hiding in plain sight. In the first episode of 2025, hosts Ron Tolido, Weiwei Feng, and Robert Engels venture down the digital rabbit hole of Virtual Twins with Morgan Zimmerman, CEO of NETVIBES at Dassault Systèmes.

It’s a fascinating world where physical science meets data science, a world of both red and blue pills. Virtual Twins take the concept of Digital Twins to the next level, transforming static representations of products, devices, and systems into living, breathing "Dream Theaters" of simulations, predictions, and what-if scenarios. Fueled by AI and immersive technology, they don’t just capture life—they reimagine it.

But what happens when Virtual Twins evolve to encompass entire organizations and industries? Imagine bending not just spoons, but entire realities. The Matrix has you—are you ready to see how deep the twin-powered innovation goes?

You're in The Matrix! Tune into our latest Data-powered Innovation Jam podcast episode now!

Timestamps:

00:35 – Ron and Robert dive into the iconic world of The Matrix, drawing parallels to digital innovation.
04:55 – Morgan shares insights into Dassault Systèmes' legacy and the evolution of Virtual Twins.
10:00 – Exploring the connection between ontologies and their applications in the real world.
20:03 – How Digital Twins, Virtual Twins, and the Metaverse are transforming real-world use cases.
36:15 – Redefining interaction with the digital world in ways that feel natural yet futuristic.

Connect with our guest Morgan Zimmermann and our hosts Ron Tolido, Robert Engels, and Weiwei Feng on LinkedIn.

Do we hear sleigh bells in that surf rock soundtrack? Well, anything can happen when you tune in to the Data-powered Innovation Jam podcast—especially in the very last episode of the year! Our hosts Weiwei Feng (winning top honours for her Christmas sweater), Robert Engels, and Ron Tolido gather with their producer Arne Rossmann by a cozy fireplace to reflect on an unforgettable 2024. From groundbreaking moments in data and AI to the soundtrack of the year, it’s a heartfelt and insightful rewind.

But wait, there's more! It wouldn’t be the Innovation Jam without a bold look ahead and discussion on some predictions for 2025. Any chance of being accurate amid such unpredictable times? Well, to paraphrase the contemporary poet Zack de la Rocha, “some of those that hype new courses, are the same that ignore real causes.” Of course, this doesn’t keep our hosts from forecasting. Drawing from the visions of 7 leading innovation movers and shakers, the team pieces together a picture of a new year that promises to be transformational, and of course packed with a whole lot of data-powered magic.

Will the future hold surprises? Undoubtedly. But if one thing’s certain, it’s that this extra special holiday episode delivers inspiration, insights, and plenty of holiday cheer. Join us by the fire for data, analytics, robotics, AI, and all that data jazz!

Timestamps:

00:40 – Ron and Robert reflect on some of the most memorable musical moments shared throughout the podcast series.

12:50 – As AI continues to evolve and its misuse in criminal activities rises, conversations are shifting from abstract ideals to pressing, real-world challenges.

23:58 – A clear trend for 2025 is emerging: a strategic blend of diverse cloud solutions will be critical for effective data management.

29:07 – Synthetic data is set to take center stage, offering realistic, pattern-rich data without exposing sensitive information.

48:05 – The hosts wrap up the year with a recap of 2024's highlights in data and AI, while offering a look ahead at 2025, all by the warmth of a fireplace and a glass of Glühwein.

Curious about the latest in data and AI? Explore our newly launched thought leadership magazine, Data-powered Innovation Review Wave 9.

Connect with our hosts Ron Tolido, Robert Engels, Weiwei Feng and our producer Arne Rossmann on LinkedIn.

Autonomous AI isn’t just a futuristic dream—it’s here, and robots are redefining industries. But who would have thought the human touch is so crucial to success? In this electrifying episode, hosts Robert Engels, Weiwei Feng, and Ron Tolido are joined by Kence Anderson, CEO and co-founder of Composabl and author of “Designing Autonomous AI: A Guide for Machine Teaching.”

Kence shares his expertise in designing autonomous robotic systems that seamlessly fuse human insight with machine intelligence—like crafting the perfect rock ballad with just the right balance of grit and melody. The conversation explores “data science colonialism”, the revolutionary potential of machine teaching, and why subject matter experts are the real stars of AI. And yes, there’s even a nod to Donna Summer and Giorgio Moroder for good measure!

While the world rides the generative AI wave, Kence makes a compelling case for exploring diverse AI approaches and engineering systems that truly harmonize with human capabilities. This episode is your backstage pass to the future of AI. It’s a conversation that will leave you inspired and ready to embrace the autonomous AI revolution.

No November rain here—just insights that hit all the right notes. Join the autonomy, don't miss this episode!

Timestamps:

00:38 – Ron and Robert explore the fascinating history of the "Synthesizer."

15:38 – What’s the perfect music genre for Composabl platform? Plus, the magic of improvisation.

23:40 – Kence dives into his report, "Intelligent Autonomous Agents – The Missing Ingredient in the Autonomous Enterprise."

36:40 – Can we teach machines to create the ultimate soundtrack?

38:53 – Weiwei takes the stage for some myth busting brilliance.

Connect with our guest Kence Anderson and our hosts Ron Tolido, Robert Engels, and Weiwei Feng on LinkedIn.