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Inspiring Tech Leaders

Inspiring Tech Leaders is a technology leadership podcast hosted by Dave Roberts, featuring in-depth conversations with senior tech leaders from across the industry. Each episode explores real-world leadership experiences, career journeys, and practical advice to help the next generation of technology professionals succeed.The podcast also reviews and breaks down the latest technologies across artificial intelligence (AI), digital transformation, cloud, cybersecurity, and enterprise IT, examining

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11:43

Claude Mythos - The AI Too Dangerous to Release

Inspiring Tech Leaders ·

2026/04/12

In this episode of the Inspiring Tech Leaders podcast, I look at Anthropic's Claude Mythos. This AI model is so advanced, so capable of finding zero-day vulnerabilities, that its creators have deemed it too dangerous for public release!In this episode I explore the following: 💡 The astonishing capabilities of Claude Mythos, including its ability to uncover decades-old flaws in critical systems like OpenBSD and FFmpeg.💡 Project Glasswing - Anthropic's unprecedented initiative to

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12:52

The Claude Code Leak Explained – Risks, Insights and...

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2026/04/05

This week on the Inspiring Tech Leaders podcast, I look at the recent Claude Code Leak from Anthropic. What started as an April Fool's Day confusion turned into a rare and insightful look into the inner workings of one of the world's most advanced AI coding assistants.This isn't just about a data leak; it's a critical discussion for technology leaders, software developers, security professionals, and business decision-makers. In this episode I look at:💡 The true power of AI

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11:54

OpenAI Pulls the Plug on Sora - Here's What Happened

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2026/03/29

OpenAI is shutting down Sora, its groundbreaking AI video platform, just one year after its highly anticipated launch! Why would a company pull the plug on a product that captured global attention and seemed to revolutionise video creation?In this episode of the Inspiring Tech Leaders podcast, I discuss this surprising decision. I explore the multifaceted reasons behind Sora's shutdown, from the astronomical computing costs of video generation to OpenAI's strategic pivot towards a

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9:36

The Reason Why Apple is Clashing with Vibe Coding

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2026/03/22

In this episode of the Inspiring Tech Leaders podcast, I look at Apple's recent clampdown on "Vibe Coding" apps in the App Store. These AI-powered tools are democratising software creation, allowing users to build apps with little to no coding experience. But Apple is pushing back, raising critical questions about security, control, and the future of app development. In this episode I discuss:💡 What exactly is Vibe Coding and why is it a game-changer?💡 Apple's rationale: Is it

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14:42

Microsoft 365 E7 - Everything Tech Leaders Need to...

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2026/03/15

Microsoft has introduced its first new top-tier enterprise licence in more than a decade - Microsoft 365 E7.But this isn’t just another licensing tier.In this episode of the Inspiring Tech Leaders podcast, I explore how Microsoft is positioning E7 as the foundation for a new era of work - one where humans collaborate with AI agents to get work done.Microsoft calls it the Frontier Suite. The idea is that we’re entering a new frontier where AI is embedded directly into everyday workflows.In this

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15:00

Agent 365 – Microsoft’s Solution to Manage AI Agents...

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2026/03/08

The conversation around AI is rapidly evolving beyond simple chatbots that answer questions. We reach a new frontier with autonomous AI Agents that are capable of executing complex workflows and taking action across your business systems.But with this power comes a significant challenge of how to manage and secure hundreds of autonomous agents in a controlled way?In this episode of the Inspiring Tech Leaders podcast, I take a closer look at Microsoft Agent 365 and how it’s designed to specifically

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12:30

How MCP is Enabling Effective AI Agents

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2026/03/01

Is your AI strategy ready for what's next?We're moving beyond simple chat interfaces into an era where AI agents interpret intent, make decisions, and execute tasks across different systems. But how do they access external tools and services seamlessly? That's where the Model Context Protocol (MCP) comes in.In this episode of the Inspiring Tech Leaders podcast, I explore how the Model Context Protocol (MCP) is revolutionising how AI agents interact with tools, and how innovations from

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9:37

Is this an AI Bubble or AI Boom?

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2026/02/22

In this episode of the Inspiring Tech Leaders podcast, I challenge the fear of an AI Bubble, revealing a compelling, evidence-backed case for an enduring AI Boom that's only just beginning.Discover why the AI revolution is not just unfolding, but accelerating, and how structural adoption, vast investment, and the deep embedding of intelligence into core systems are converging to create a sustained period of growth unlike any we've seen before.Tune in to understand why this pivotal moment

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11:52

The SaaS Apocalypse and AI Evolution

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2026/02/15

Is AI signalling the end of SaaS as we know it? Or is it merely a powerful catalyst for evolution?In this episode of Inspiring Tech Leaders, I discuss the phenomenon dubbed the "SaaS Apocalypse”. I explore the recent market shifts, the impact of AI on traditional per-user pricing models, and the crucial question: Is AI a threat or an unprecedented opportunity for the software industry?This episode is a must-listen for:💡 Tech Leaders navigating strategic decisions💡 Investors assessing market

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11:05

Moltbook and the Rise of Autonomous AI Agents –...

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2026/02/07

In this episode of the Inspiring Tech Leaders podcast, I continue to explore the rise of Moltbook, the Social Network for AI agents that has rapidly grown to millions of AI Agents. What started as a fascinating experiment quickly became a viral case study in the critical importance of robust #AISecurity and governance in an #AutonomousAI world.I discuss how Moltbook's infrastructure misconfigurations exposed sensitive data, highlighting the urgent need for #TechLeadership to rethink security

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8:42

The AI Social Network – Moltbook, Clawdbot, Moltbot,...

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2026/01/31

Have you heard about Moltbook, the AI Social Network? It is not for humans. It is a platform built entirely for AI Agents to socialise, debate and even question their own existence.In this episode of the Inspiring Tech Leaders podcast I discuss this unusual experiment. I explore the OpenClaw framework, the unsettling rise of Emergent Machine Culture, and the critical security risks of these multi-agent systems.This is a crucial conversation for AI Governance. The AI Agents are now independently

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9:36

How to Govern AI Agents in the Enterprise Without...

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2026/01/26

Do you know what AI Agents are running across your estate?If the answer isn't a confident YES, then AI governance shouldn't be an afterthought, it should be your next strategic priority.In this episode of the Inspiring Tech Leaders podcast, I look at how to govern AI agents in the Enterprise, without slowing innovation.This podcast episode covers: 💡 You can't govern what you can't see. Implement consolidated discovery tools to scan across all clouds and create a single source of

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9:00

Open AI Announces Ads for ChatGPT – What You Need to...

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2026/01/19

The recent announcement that ChatGPT will begin showing advertisements marks a significant, yet pragmatic, evolution in the AI monetisation landscape. This move directly addresses the immense financial and computational costs of maintaining and advancing Generative AI at scale.In this episode of the Inspiring Tech Leaders podcast, I explore the key implications for Tech Leaders and the broader industry:💡 The Financial Imperative – Explore the reported $1.4 trillion infrastructure commitment and

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12:18

Why Human-Centric AI is the Key to Long-term Business...

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2026/01/12

Are your AI initiatives stalling?Many organisations focus on the tech, but the real secret to success lies in people and culture.In this episode of the Inspiring Tech Leaders podcast, I explore why Human-Centric AI is the key to long-term business value. I discuss why AI adoption isn't just about technology, but about changing how work gets done, decision-making, and even professional identity.Key takeaways from this episode: 💡 Why successful AI programs are always business-led, not

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8:23

Google Smart Glasses 2026 Relaunch - How AI and...

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2026/01/05

Remember Google Glass? It was a futuristic vision that arrived a decade too early. Now, Google is planning a 2026 relaunch, and this time, everything has changed.In this episode of the Inspiring Tech Leaders podcast, I discuss the relaunch of this technology, but this isn't just a reboot; it's a complete transformation powered by AI and a new, critical focus on wearability.In this episode I explore: 💡 Why the original 2013 version failed (price, awkwardness, social acceptance)💡 How AI

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13:39

Safety or Surveillance? The Use of Facial Recognition...

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2025/12/26

Is the price of safety the end of anonymity?UK retail is fighting back against rising crime with Facial Recognition technology like Facewatch. But this powerful tool comes with a massive ethical and legal question mark.In this episode of the Inspiring Tech Leaders podcast, I look at the undeniable success in tackling repeat offenders and boosting staff safety. But also, explore the serious risks of false positives, GDPR compliance, and the erosion of public privacy.It's not about choosing

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10:08

Human in the Loop – Building an Effective AI Strategy

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2025/12/15

Is your organisation's AI strategy built on a solid foundation, or is it a fast-track to fragmentation and risk?In this episode of the Inspiring Tech Leaders podcast, I explore the shift from AI experimentation to responsible execution. I address the critical question of how do we use AI effectively, and in a way that works alongside human expertise.The concept of Human-in-the-Loop is more vital than ever! Human-in-the-Loop isn't about slowing down automation, it's about building

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10:58

Google’s Gemini 3 – Why Search Integration is a...

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2025/12/08

In this episode of the Inspiring Tech Leaders podcast, I discuss the launch of Google DeepMind's Gemini 3. The podcast breaks down:💡 Gemini’s massive jump in core reasoning power.💡 The new Gemini Agent and the Antigravity Coding Platform.💡 Google embedding Gemini 3 directly into Search from Day One.This episode is essential listening for anyone who wants to understand the shift from passive AI to agentic execution.Available on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube | All major podcast

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10:47

AI Shopping - The Holiday Tech Battle

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2025/12/01

This holiday shopping season, the battle for the future of e-commerce is being fought by Agentic AI assistants like Perplexity and Amazon's Rufus.In this episode of the Inspiring Tech Leaders podcast, I discuss the debate of Innovation vs. Immaturity with AI Assisted Shopping and breakdown the following: 💡 The Outdated Product Problem - Why generalist AI often recommends last-generation gifts.💡 The strategic masterstroke of Perplexity's Instant Buy with PayPal.💡 The power of

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10:15

When the Internet Breaks – Cloudflare’s 2025 Outage

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2025/11/24

The recent global internet outage on November 18th, 2025, was a reminder of the fragility of our digital world. When a single configuration error at Cloudflare took down major services like OpenAI, X, Spotify, and thousands of others, it exposed a critical vulnerability in modern infrastructure.In this episode of the Inspiring Tech Leaders podcast, I look at the root cause of the Cloudflare incident that cascaded into a global catastrophe.This episode is a must-listen for anyone concerned with

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