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Technologist of the Month

Technologist of the Month

There are no political solutions, only technological ones, the rest is propaganda. In The Technologist of the Month podcast, we go on an inspiring journey with visionary entrepreneurs, brilliant scientists, vigilant policymakers, and ingenious marketers. Join us as we explore this transformative landscape of human advancement.

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00:00:53

Snippet- Andy Hood, Vice President of Emerging...

Technologist of the Month ·

2026/03/13

Why Experimenting with AI Tools Matters?In this clip, Andy Hood, Vice President of Emerging Technologies at WPP, highlights why experimenting with AI tools is essential for professionals today.At WPP, teams are encouraged to actively explore AI platforms and tools, because staying relevant in your career means learning how the latest technology gets the job done 🚀He also shares an interesting perspective on AI agents. These are specialized AI models trained with expert knowledge that can work

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00:01:03

Snippet- John Hearty, Vice President & Head of AI...

Technologist of the Month ·

2026/03/12

Why Trustworthy AI Matters?In this clip, John Hearty, Vice President & Head of AI Governance at Mastercard, explains why trust sits at the core of every AI system the company builds.Inspired by CEO Michael Miebach’s principle that “the only AI is trustworthy AI,” Mastercard has built a strong AI governance framework.The program evaluates every AI system, whether built internally or procured externally, for efficacy, fairness, and transparency. It also ensures proper controls, monitors

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00:01:28

Snippet- Moutia Khatiri, Global CTO for Online &...

Technologist of the Month ·

2026/03/10

Augmenting Employees & Consumers with AI!In this clip, Moutia Khatiri, Global CTO for Online & Omnisales at L’Oréal Groupe, shares how technology drives impact on two fronts: employees and consumers.On the employee side, the focus is on smarter decision-making. For example, tools like Bet IQ help optimize advertising spend using mixed marketing modeling, ensuring budgets are allocated across the right channels to maximize ROI 📊.On the consumer side, it’s about enhancing the digital

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00:01:19

Snippet- Adam Harmetz, VP at Microsoft, Shares...

Technologist of the Month ·

2026/03/09

Letting Go to Build Something New!In this clip, Adam Harmetz, Vice President of Product Management at Microsoft, reflects on a leadership lesson from launching Microsoft Viva, an employee experience platform designed to help organizations build high-performing workforces.Viva brought together tools for communication, surveys, goal-setting, and more. But instead of relying solely on his own deep experience in the space, Adam formed a new team to approach it with fresh eyes.The challenge? Having the

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00:00:30

Snippet- Andy Hood, Vice President of Emerging...

Technologist of the Month ·

2026/03/05

Is This the End of Advertising?Andy Hood, Vice President of Emerging Technologies at WPP, shares a grounded perspective on the “end of advertising” debate.Every time a major technology shift happens, the same question comes up. As a creative technologist, he’s seen advertising reinvent itself again and again, roughly every few years.AI may be transforming the industry at an unprecedented scale 🤖, but disruption itself isn’t new. The tools evolve, the channels change, but the core principles of

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00:00:53

Snippet- Kai Hackbarth, Head of Product and Solutions...

Technologist of the Month ·

2026/03/05

🎙️ Why Real-Time Analytics Is So ChallengingIn this clip, Kai Hackbarth, Head of Product and Solutions at Bosch, explains what makes real-time analytics fundamentally different from analyzing historical data.Unlike structured historical datasets, real-time use cases often involve large volumes of unstructured data coming from multiple sources, such as sensors, tires, or even live weather feeds ☁️.In safety-critical environments, insights must be generated instantly. That means analytics can’t just

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00:00:43

Snippet- Matthew Blakemore, CEO of AI Caramba!,...

Technologist of the Month ·

2026/03/04

🎙️Regulation, Advantage & AI TransparencyIn this clip, Matthew Blakemore, CEO of AI Caramba!, shares a candid perspective on AI regulation and industry dynamics.He questions whether certain public calls for regulation truly come from a neutral place 🤔, especially when some organizations may already benefit from having built their models before stricter rules are introduced.He also highlights concerns around transparency in training data and competitive advantage ⚖️. With frameworks like the EU

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00:00:42

Snippet- Rakesh Doddamane, Leader – Generative AI /...

Technologist of the Month ·

2026/03/03

🎙️From AI Hype to Real Value!In this clip, Rakesh Doddamane, Leader – Generative AI / Responsible AI & User Experience at Philips, reflects on the evolution of AI adoption.When the AI wave began, there was a surge of experimentation and proof of concepts. But as the technology matured, the focus shifted from exploration to value.Today, the priority is clear: identify where AI delivers measurable ROI and scale those use cases. With a structured intake process, the team evaluates opportunities

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00:01:08

Snippet- Rollo Goldstaub, Global Head of Sports...

Technologist of the Month ·

2026/02/27

Designing TikTok for Live Sports!In this clip, Rollo Goldstaub, Global Head of Sports Partnerships at TikTok, explains how the platform builds products specifically for sports partners.Unlike most verticals, TikTok adapts parts of the app, user experience, and publisher tools purely for leagues, teams, and broadcasters. The goal is simple: drive measurable value.Features like match destinations help convert engagement into tune-in, with data showing a significant share of users are more likely to

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00:00:45

Snippet- Dr. Satyajit Wattamwar, Data Science &...

Technologist of the Month ·

2026/02/25

🎙️ “Start With the Problem, Not the Tech.”In this clip, Dr. Satyajit Wattamwar, Data Science & Digital Expertise Leader at Unilever R&D, shares a key lesson from applying AI in the real world.If you truly understand the business and the value to be unlocked, the solution is often simpler than you think. It might be a basic equation, a heuristic, or a straightforward machine learning model, not always a “fancy” AI system.The real skill lies in mapping the right technology to the right

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00:00:58

Snippet- Altaf Patel, VP, Data Analytics & AI at...

Technologist of the Month ·

2026/02/23

🎙️ Designing the AI Operating ModelIn this clip, Altaf Patel, VP, Data Analytics & AI at PepsiCo, explains why operating model clarity is critical for scaling AI.Success isn’t just about talent; it’s about how capabilities come together. Data engineering, governance, AI platforms, data science, and business intelligence are all aligned around clear product archetypes, stitched together through a strong data product management layer.By codifying this approach, the team creates clarity on what’s

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00:00:40

Snippet- Winning Consumers Starts with Issuers For...

Technologist of the Month ·

2026/02/19

Winning Consumers Starts with IssuersFor Brice van de Walle, EVP Core Payments Europe at Mastercard, consumer value starts with strong partnerships.As a B2C business, Mastercard’s priority is making sure banks and issuers fully understand the benefits behind every Mastercard, so they can clearly communicate that value to cardholders.By closely supporting partners with the right tools, materials, and insights, Mastercard ensures its value proposition reaches consumers in a way that truly resonates

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00:01:05

Snippet- Andy Hood, Vice President of Emerging...

Technologist of the Month ·

2026/02/16

In an AI World, Creativity Matters More!In this clip, Andy Hood, Vice President of Emerging Technologies at WPP, reflects on how AI is reshaping the creative landscape.With channels more fragmented than ever and AI democratizing content creation, more people can produce more content, faster. That inevitably creates noise.But noise only increases the need for true creative cut-through. The difference between fleeting impressions and real engagement comes down to talent, craft, and human insight.In a

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00:01:00

Snippet- Sam Altman, CEO Of OpenAI, Shares How He...

Technologist of the Month ·

2026/02/13

AI’s Next Phase of Economic Impact!In this clip, Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, shares how he sees AI evolving over the next few years.First, agents begin doing real work at scale, especially in coding. Then AI starts accelerating scientific discovery, potentially driving major breakthroughs. After that, the shift moves from the digital world to the physical one, with robots becoming meaningful economic contributors.He adds that lasting value will come from stronger infrastructure, smarter models, and

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00:00:35

Snippet- VEED CPO Samuel Beek Explains How Real User...

Technologist of the Month ·

2026/02/09

Trust Users, Then Iterate.In this clip, Samuel Beek, Chief Product Officer at VEED, explains how real user testing shapes what actually ships. Before launch, products are put in front of large groups of users, and especially a panel of super users, to see how they’re really used, not how the team assumes they’ll be used.Sometimes VEED takes a bet and ships early, then refines based on what they observe. The big insight? 👉 Users are smarter than we think 👉 Most people can quickly figure out what we

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00:00:49

Snippet- Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, Shares a...

Technologist of the Month ·

2026/02/06

🎙️ Toward a Federated AI InternetIn this snippet, Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, shares a long-term vision for a truly personalized AI, one that knows you, understands your context, and can be used seamlessly across many services.He imagines a future where AI can sign into other platforms, supported by powerful SDKs, and where today’s APIs evolve into something much bigger. The end goal?👉 A new, internet-level protocol, on the scale of HTTP👉 Federated systems where agents use tools fluidly👉 Built-in

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00:00:38

Snippet- Moutia Khatiri, Global CTO for Online &...

Technologist of the Month ·

2026/02/04

Beauty Tech from the Inside Out!Moutia Khatiri, Global CTO for Online & Omnisales at L’Oréal Groupe, explains how Beauty Tech is more than innovation; it’s a deep transformation.Launched around 2018–2019, the program began with a major IT overhaul and evolved into dedicated teams building AI and cutting-edge tech into digital products. The goal: ✨ Empower employees ✨ Augment consumer experiences ✨ Use technology in the service of beauty, not the other way aroundBeauty Tech is about putting tech

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00:01:13

Snippet- Adam Harmetz, VP of Product Management At...

Technologist of the Month ·

2026/02/03

Leadership at Scale: Why Energy, Empathy, and Curiosity Matter More Than Solutions ⚡🤝At senior leadership levels, success isn’t about working longer hours; it’s about managing your energy. 💡Adam Harmetz, VP of Product Management at Microsoft, shares a powerful leadership lesson: before jumping into problem-solving, start by showing support, respect, and curiosity. When leaders pause to truly understand what their teams need to succeed, they build stronger cross-team relationships and unlock better

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00:36:13

EPISODE 95- Hustle at Hyperscale: Uber's EMEA Head of...

Technologist of the Month ·

2026/02/02

Vishnu Acharya is a well-rounded technology leader and speaker with over 20 years of experience spanning engineering and operations. He has worked both as an individual contributor and in senior leadership roles. Currently, he is an engineering leader at Uber, where he focuses on hyperscale production network engineering, infrastructure, and software automation. Known for his natural curiosity to break and fix things, Vishnu is driven by a passion to learn, teach, create, and bring order out of

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00:00:47

Snippet- Pavan Bachwal, VP & Head of Financial...

Technologist of the Month ·

2026/01/28

What’s Really Driving the Next Wave of Fintech?In this snippet, Pavan Bachwal, VP & Head of Financial Services at Ericsson, breaks down what’s fueling the momentum in fintech today.From single APIs and lower transaction costs to real-time payments and cross-border transfers, the industry is moving fast. Pavan connects these shifts to the growing impact of AI and digital assets, which together are reshaping how financial services are built and delivered.The outcome?👉 More convenience👉 Better

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