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Tech Talks

Welcome to Tech Talks (A Podcast about Technology Leaders and Leadership). We explore the stories behind the most recognisable names in industry and the startups you’re yet to hear from. The innovation, cultural transformation and investment stories driving technology with host David Savage. If you’re interested in the latest ideas on AI, data, cyber-security this is the show for you. Follow and join the conversation. Tech Talks is powered by Harvey Nash, the leading global provider of technology

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00:28:04

Deepfakes, Fraud, and the AI Arms Race: Reality...

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2025/04/02

In this episode of Tech Talks, David Savage speaks with Ben Colman, CEO of Reality Defender, about the alarming rise of deepfake technology, its impact on fraud, and how businesses can defend themselves in a world where AI-generated deception is becoming mainstream.With deepfake-related losses projected to hit $40 billion by 2027, companies are waking up to the threat of AI-driven fraud—whether it’s impersonation scams, reputational attacks, or non-consensual AI content. Ben shares how Reality

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00:27:55

Beyond the Screen: How AI is Redefining Personal...

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2025/03/31

In this episode of Tech Talks, David Savage speaks with Daryl Cromer, CTO of PCs and Smart Devices at Lenovo, about the AI-driven evolution of personal computing. AI isn't just changing the way we work—it’s redefining how we interact with our devices, blending local and cloud processing, enhancing security, and shaping the future of hybrid AI.Daryl explains how AI-integrated PCs will become more intuitive, context-aware, and secure. He also discusses Lenovo’s approach to responsible AI, why

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00:29:13

Climate Tech & Data: Are Businesses Measuring...

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2025/03/28

Sustainability has become a business imperative—but is it driving real change, or is it just another PR exercise? In this episode of Tech Talks, David Savage is joined by Sammi Gower (Pollen Advisory), Tanishq Jain (Dash), and Louis Millon (Systemiq Capital) to discuss how climate tech and data are shaping the green economy.They explore the role of AI, data, and regulation in sustainability, questioning whether businesses are truly innovating or simply adapting their reporting to meet expectations

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00:28:06

Breaking Barriers: Diversity, Adaptability, and...

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2025/03/26

Too much of the tech industry is caught up in hype—chasing funding, inflated valuations, and buzzwords. But Joy Cristea thinks it’s time we got back to basics. In this episode, Joy shares her take on what makes truly impactful technology, why product-market fit is too often overlooked, and how lived experience can shape better leadership. From her own journey through startups and scale-ups, she offers a refreshingly honest view on what the industry is getting wrong—and how we can do better.To find

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00:32:01

AI, Documents & Automation: Are We Finally Getting It...

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2025/03/24

In this episode of Tech Talks, Oskar Konstantyner, VP of Product at Templafy, dives into one of the most overlooked productivity killers in modern business—document creation. With 1.4 billion workers generating 500 billion documents a year, the inefficiencies are staggering.Oskar explains how AI is finally changing the game, helping companies cut the manual work involved in document workflows. He discusses the real impact of AI—where automation is working, where businesses are still struggling, and

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00:31:38

Breaking Into Music: Education, Industry, and the...

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2025/03/19

In this episode of Tech Talks, David Savage speaks with Nikki Camilleri, Music Industry Director at the London College of Contemporary Music (LCCM), about the challenges and opportunities facing young musicians today. From navigating an evolving industry to the importance of grassroots community-building, Nikki shares how LCCM helps students transition from education to career in an era where traditional pathways are changing.With venues closing, streaming revenues tightening, and AI disrupting

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00:32:11

Breaking the Cycle: How Habitual is Rethinking Weight...

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2025/03/10

In this episode of Tech Talks, Napala Pratini, CEO of Habitual, breaks down why obesity is one of the biggest global health crises and how her company is tackling it differently.Habitual isn't just about weight loss—it’s about changing behaviors to create long-term health improvements. With over one billion people living with obesity and weight-related diseases like type 2 diabetes, Napala explains why fad diets and quick fixes don’t work. Instead, she highlights how technology, behavioral

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00:28:05

VR, Inclusion, and the Startup Journey: A 17-Year-Old...

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2025/03/05

In this episode of Tech Talks, Youssef Kusibati, a 17-year-old entrepreneur and co-founder of 21Verse, shares how he’s building a VR platform to support education and therapy for individuals with Down syndrome. Inspired by his younger brother, Youssef explains how technology can bridge accessibility gaps and how his startup journey has been shaped by perseverance, mentorship, and a willingness to learn.Despite challenges as a young, non-Saudi founder in Saudi Arabia, Youssef has navigated the

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00:29:55

The AI Trust Gap: Business Documents in the Age of...

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2025/03/03

AI is transforming the way businesses create and manage documents—but with speed comes risk. In this episode, Christian Lund (Co-Founder of Templafy) explains why AI-generated content needs structure, governance, and trust, and how businesses can balance automation with accuracy.Templafy, a leader in enterprise document automation, helps companies streamline workflows while ensuring compliance. But as AI adoption grows, so does the shadow IT problem, where employees use unauthorized tools like

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00:33:35

Navigating Startup Challenges: Pivots, Funding, and...

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2025/02/07

Today’s episode is a recording of a panel following the premiere screening of our latest Tech Flix documentary, Founders in the Age of AI. It is a candid discussion featuring Eleanor Kaye (Newton Venture Program), Nicola Gunby (Cliq), and Zaahira Adam (Hati), who explore the complexities of building startups, including business pivots, venture capital dynamics, and talent acquisition in a challenging market. It’s all based on the documentary, so… if you haven’t watched it yet. Stop. Click the link

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00:31:19

How Can Brands Navigate Change and Ensure They are...

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2025/02/05

On today’s episode David talks to Nicole Ingra, the founder of Ingra Labs, as she discusses her consultancy's approach to helping brands navigate technological and cultural changes through strategic communication and innovation. With a background in digital strategy and social media, Ingra focuses on understanding human behavior and helping organizations connect meaningfully with their audiences.Also on the show a last minute reminder to watch the Linkedin livestream of our latest film,

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00:43:23

Can the Power of Just Asking a Question (and Shared...

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2025/02/03

Today Danny Gray, CEO and founder of JAAQ (Just Ask A Question), shares his personal journey with mental health challenges and how it inspired him to create a digital platform that provides accessible, relatable mental health information through lived experiences and expert insights.We all have mental health, and Danny has struggled with his for many years, rooted in childhood trauma. In our interview he shares his vulnerabilities, explains how he has channelled his efforts into entrepreneurship,

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00:31:32

KEF Robotics' are Helping Ukraine Navigate the...

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2025/01/31

Olga Pogoda, Chief Operating Officer of KEF Robotics, discusses the company's groundbreaking technology with our host David Savage. Olga tell’s us how they are enabling aircraft to operate in GPS-denied environments, with a current focus on military applications (particularly in conflict zones like Ukraine), and talks about Blue Arrow, their new joint venture. She also shares how they hope to offer navigation solutions beyond the battlefield, and attract the talent they need to deliver their

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00:50:38

Where We’re Going, We Don’t Need Roads: Flying into...

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2025/01/29

Today David talks to visionary Invo Station CEO, Leo Kayali. Leo discusses a revolutionary electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) vehicle designed to transform personal transportation. He is aiming to create an affordable, safe, and practical flying vehicle that can be used for daily commutes, challenging traditional transportation paradigms. With the help of Nvidia the company is literally building highways in the skies and transforming the way we travel; and guess what, it looks like a

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00:36:07

Securing the AI Frontier: How industry is...

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2025/01/27

On today’s show Dr. Peter Garraghan, CEO and co-founder of Mindgard (a spin-off from Lancaster University) sits down with David to discuss the critical landscape of AI security, exploring the challenges, risks, and potential of artificial intelligence in enterprise environments. Peter emphasizes the need to be really clear about what you’re actually trying to build.Sign up for our 'Tech Flix' launch livestream on February 6th

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00:33:31

Explore how Kubota are Revolutionising Agriculture...

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2025/01/22

On today’s edition of the podcast David sits down with Brett McMickell, a tech leader and CTO at Kubota. Kubota is focused on creating purpose-built technology solutions that help tackle a growing labour shortage across sectors like agriculture and construction. Brett discusses the company's approach, why they approach problems from a different, and novel, perspective and reimagine what a solution can look like due to the evolving capabilities of tech. It’s not about simply bolting technology

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00:27:36

Dive In: How do the team behind CES view their...

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2025/01/08

On today’s edition of Tech Talks David has time to meet and chat with Rick Kowalski, and John T. Kelly. What are the challenges we face as an industry, are what are the themes coming through the conference? Also how do you navigate a show this size and make the most of your time! After all, the advice they’re giving to you and me is to ‘Dive In’!Tech Talks is powered by Nash Squared, the leading global provider of technology and talent solutions. Find out more about our solutions at

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00:23:05

Offshore Ambition: Beam are leading the charge to wind

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2025/01/06

In today’s interview, David Savage speaks with Joe Tidball, the Executive VP of Service Innovation at Beam, a leading deep tech company in the offshore renewable energy space. They discuss Beam's role in supporting the growth of the offshore wind industry through innovative technologies like AI, autonomy, robotic ships, and underwater robots. The conversation covers the environmental considerations, technical challenges, and workforce development issues that Beam is addressing to enable the rapid

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00:32:55

Driving Change: Dr. Vanessa Vallely's Mission to...

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2025/01/03

On today's show (our 750th!) David is joined by the wonderful Dr. Vanessa Vallely, OBE. Vanessa shares her journey from a 16-year-old bank employee to a prominent advocate for women in technology and business. Through her organizations We Are The City and We Are Tech Women, she has created platforms to support, recognize, and develop female talent across various industries.To nominate someone for the Rising Star Award’s check out this post:

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00:34:30

Demystifying Commodity Risk Management: How Attara is...

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2024/12/30

As we head into the New Year we have one final offering in 2024! Today David is joined by Richard de Meo, CEO and founder of Attara, to discuss how his fintech startup is solving commodity market risk management for small to medium-sized businesses by using AI and innovative financial tools, bridging a critical gap in financial services.Thankfully Akeesh is on hand as David's co-host as this is not an area he's an expert in... and then the two discuss the technology stories that stood out for each

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