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Hyperscale by Briar Prestidge #E65 AI Is Your Personal Assistant, Not Your Email Tool, With Alaa Dalghan“AI is not your email tool. AI is your personal assistant. Each and every one of you now is a CEO of your own small company, and you have an assistant that does all the stuff for you.”On this episode of HYPERSCALE, Briar Prestidge is joined by Alaa Dalghan, a computer engineer and founder of Cognit DX, whose career has spanned smart homes, smart buildings, and smart cities.Alaa explains why most people still use AI like an “email tool,” then introduces Layla, his voice-enabled AI assistant, and shows how voice (and even vision) can chan...

2026-01-2757 min

Hyperscale by Briar Prestidge #E64 The Code to Living Longer Already Exists in Our Biology, With Dr. Federico Von Son"We are understanding now that this code is there, amazing, but now how can I make this code behave in different ways?"On this episode of HYPERSCALE, I am joined by Dr. Federico, a physician specializing in genomics and regenerative medicine who founded one of Latin America's first direct-to-consumer genomics companies while still in medical school.Dr. Federico brings a unique perspective to longevity medicine, having worked with everyone from professional athletes to indigenous communities, gathering crucial health data from underrepresented populations. His approach combines cutting-edge science with a deep commitment to making precision health...

2025-09-301h 00

Hyperscale by Briar Prestidge #E63 Unlocking The Full Potential of Our Brains, With Reza Hosseini Ghomi“AI today is modeled on the human brain, and look how powerful it's become. You have to wonder, is AI surpassing us because it's tapping into the full potential of our neural design, while we humans are still far from realizing what we're truly capable of?”On this episode of HYPERSCALE, I am joined by Reza Hosseini Ghomi, a neuropsychiatrist specializing in dementia and brain health, cancer survivor, and advocate for early intervention in cognitive decline. Reza combines his engineering background with medical expertise to push the boundaries of what we know about the human brain and its untapped potential.Join...

2025-08-221h 01

Hyperscale by Briar Prestidge #E62 How to Reinvent Yourself for the Future of Work, With Dr. Selina Neri"Those of us who learn to live with AI in a world of work where humans and machines co-exist will replace human beings who don't learn or don't want to learn."On this episode of HYPERSCALE, I sit down with Dr. Selina Neri for a powerful conversation about preparing ourselves for a rapidly evolving future.From her journey as a "woman of many lives" who pivoted from tech to luxury to hospitality to academia, Dr. Selina shares invaluable insights on why future readiness is more than about skills, it's about understanding yourself, your values, and what truly motivates you.We...

2025-07-171h 12

Hyperscale by Briar Prestidge #E61 Unlocking Longevity: Dr. Jaffer Khan on Living to 150 Years"We've been making people beautiful on the outside... but what about their internal cellular health? When you see people who are a little bit older, you notice changes in the skin that despite what you do, you can't really change it back to where it was."On this episode of HYPERSCALE, I am joined by Dr. Jaffer Khan, Medical Director of Eon Clinic and a pioneering longevity specialist who transitioned from aesthetic plastic surgery to focus on the future of regenerative medicine.After decades of enhancing external beauty, Dr. Khan realized the key to true transformation lies at the cellular l...

2025-06-251h 11

Hyperscale by Briar Prestidge #E60 Using Space Research to Revolutionize Healthcare on Earth, With Kimberly Washington"In microgravity, there is a very stressful environment that is placed on the body or even cells. And because of that stress, it helps us understand and study diseases at a very fast pace. And it's a really unique environment because when you remove the gravity, the cells form a 3D structure."On this episode of HYPERSCALE, I am joined by Kimberly Washington, co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of Deep Space Biology, a pioneering company leveraging AI and microgravity research to accelerate health discoveries on Earth.Deep Space Biology has spent three years collaborating with NASA Gene Lab to standardize 25...

2025-05-121h 00

Hyperscale by Briar Prestidge #E59 Finding Hope and Breaking Patterns in a Technological World With Sundar Raman"I am both incredibly hopeful and incredibly scared of where we're going and maybe that's always the case, maybe we've always lived at that intersection."On this episode of HYPERSCALE, I am joined by Sundar Raman for our second conversation on the show. What began as a five-hour chat weeks ago continues as we explore the intersection of technology, humanity, and hope.Sundar brings a refreshingly nuanced perspective on our technological future, seeing beyond just digital devices to encompass everything from pencils and paper to seeds and spices as forms of technology. We discuss how to break...

2025-04-2250 min

Hyperscale by Briar Prestidge #E58 The Future of Humanity With Luke Robert MasonIn this episode of HYPERSCALE, join Briar Prestidge and futures theorist Luke Robert Mason as they explore the question: What does it mean to be human in the age of humanoid robots and AI?They dive into the cutting-edge technologies that blur the lines between humans and machines, from microchip implants and bionic limbs to brain-computer interfaces and prosthetic envy. Luke shares his expertise on humanoid robots and the pioneers of body modification, discussing the real challenges at the intersection of technology and the human body.Together, Briar and Luke delve into the philosophical implications of creating robots in our...

2025-03-1452 min

Hyperscale by Briar Prestidge #E57 Personal Branding, Entrepreneurship & The Future of Humanity - Q&A With Briar PrestidgeI invited you all to share your questions with me on social media, and no topic was off-limits!So, in this special Q&A episode, you will see me discuss everything from how my entrepreneurial journey started with a worm farm in New Zealand and being a balloon-animal-making clown, to fascinating conversations about the future of humanity.I share candidly about my failures, successes, and how I learned to take life one step at a time. You'll hear about my journey of how I combined my love for glamour and sequins with my passion for science and t...

2025-02-2831 min

Hyperscale by Briar Prestidge #E56 Inside the Mind of Ethical Hacker Ralph Echemendia“Every single one of us has been hacked, either directly or indirectly” says Ralph Echemendia who has spent his life on the frontlines of cybersecurity—starting as a curious 13-year-old breaking into systems to evolving into one of the world’s most renowned ethical hackers. He’s worked with Hollywood filmmakers like Oliver Stone on Snowden, advised Fortune 500 companies, and exposed vulnerabilities that most of us don’t even realize exist. In this next episode of Hyperscale, Briar Prestidge and Ralph Echemendia pull back the curtain on the hidden world of hacking and digital deception. Ralph shares astonishing...

2025-02-031h 13

Hyperscale by Briar Prestidge #E55 Navigating an Unpredictable Future With Neil Redding“The future is coming at us so fast now that traditional foresight and futurism are no longer enough," explains Neil Redding, a near-futurist who analyzes how emerging technologies intersect and transform industries. Drawing from over three decades of experience in technology, philosophy, and human-computer interaction, Neil guides us through fascinating discussions about digital evolution - from the early days of VR to today's rapidly advancing AI landscape. He shares insights on why the Metaverse isn't dead (despite what headlines claim), how digital objects will increasingly share our physical spaces, and why we should view AI as a new "species" we...

2025-01-171h 05

Hyperscale by Briar Prestidge #E54 We Need to Teach Our Kids About AI Literacy With Angela RadcliffeSeason 3 of HYPERSCALE is here. Join Briar Prestidge and Angela Radcliffe as they explore how technology and data are shaping the future of the next generation. From AI literacy in the classroom to the risks of deep fakes, they break down why we need to rethink how we educate the next generation. They also discuss how teaching kids about data literacy could open doors to solving real-world challenges. Plus, hear their perspective on why platforms like TikTok and Roblox aren’t just distractions—they’re an essential part of the digital world kids are already navigating. Angela Radcliffe is a trailbl...

2025-01-1039 min

Tiny Little Victories The crusader with Briar PrestidgeOn this episode of Tiny Little Victories, Briar Prestidge, CEO of the Prestidge Group, drops by for a chat about the future. From a small town in New Zealand to a Web3 evangelist, Briar is an entrepreneur like no other. She is an advisor for Interpol on their investigations and forensics team; she made an award-winning documentary, 48 Hours in the Metaverse; she has an avatar fashion line on Roblox, the Hyperscale podcast, a new reality-style docu-series, Cyborg to Be, and ... wait for it ... an RFID chip implanted in her hand. She believes that no answer lasts forever...

2024-09-1138 min

Hyperscale by Briar Prestidge #E53 We Need to Be Conscious About How We Manage Our Data, With Ramona Morgan“I think each person should feel individually charged to think about their own data, think about their own privacy, and the implications for the people around them.” On this episode of HYPERSCALE, I am joined by Ramona Morgan, a senior associate at Barton's, where she represents operating businesses and specializes in cybersecurity, data privacy, and GDPR compliance, among other fields. Ramona also represents emerging companies who are looking to access the capital markets, using her extensive knowledge of the SEC’s rules as well as the regulations of the major US securities exchanges, and the US over-the-counter securities markets. Join us as...

2024-06-1245 min

Hyperscale by Briar Prestidge #E52 We Need to Stop Putting So Much Value on Being Busy, With Lisa Bodell“We have to stop valuing being busy because that's why people can't come up with new things. They don't have time to think.” On this episode of HYPERSCALE, I am joined by Lisa Bodell, an award-winning author and CEO of FutureThink, who is also known as a renowned futurist and panelist. Join us as we explore how we can recover our agency, the difference between spending your time and investing it, the value in being uncomfortable, and more. FOLLOW ► Instagram: https://bit.ly/briarig LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/linkedin TikTok: https://bit.ly/briartiktok Website: https://briarprestidgeofficial.com

2024-06-0546 min

Hyperscale by Briar Prestidge #E51 What Can We Do for the Next Generations? With Brendan McGetrick“Let's think about the future. Let's think about people who aren't here yet. Just because they're not here yet doesn't mean they just shouldn't have a voice or they shouldn't be factored in.” On this episode of HYPERSCALE, I am joined by Brendan McGetrick, the Creative Director of Museum of the Future who is also a writer, designer, and curator. His work has appeared in publications in over thirty countries, including The New York Times, Wired, and The Financial Times. Join us as we explore the importance of taking part in the conversation about humanity’s future, the risks of profit...

2024-05-161h 05

Hyperscale by Briar Prestidge #E50 In This Sickcare System, We Will Have to Empower Ourselves, With Dr. Nas Al-Jafari“But if you look at the diseases and what people are suffering with today, cardiovascular disease, obesity, diabetes, autoimmune conditions, the health system hasn't been designed to deal with them,” Dr. Nas Al Jafari, Medical Director of DNA Health Clinic and Functional Medicine Specialist, told me on this episode of HYPERSCALE. Dr. Nas is a vocal advocate helping bring about a new revolution within the healthcare space, breaking away from outdated traditional practices and pushing for a more holistic approach to health, which puts the spotlight on preventative medicine and care, expanded testing procedures and measures, and the true pillars of l...

2024-05-0647 min

Hyperscale by Briar Prestidge #E49 How Do We Create An Environment That Boosts Longevity? With Tina Woods“So that's a sick care model… built around treating you when you're sick. And all the institutions and interests around that are propped up actually by chronic diseases. That's the problem. It's the whole incentive structures that are misaligned. And they're perversely against you,” said Tina Woods, the Founder and CEO of Collider Health, and the Co-Founder and CEO of Longevity International. She is a renowned advocate for improving health parity and longevity who brings diverse stakeholders together in shared endeavors to improve and level up health, working at the cross-section of science, technology, investment, and policy/government. Join us as we e...

2024-04-271h 07

Hyperscale by Briar Prestidge #E48 What Type of Ancestor Do You Want To Be? With Adah Parris“Ask yourself, what type of ancestor do you want to be? Look yourself in the mirror and recognize that I am part of the problem.” On this episode of HYPERSCALE, I am joined by Adah Parris, Chair of Mental Health First Aid England, and a keynote speaker, polymath, anti-disciplinary artist, tech futurist, and activist. Adah has worn many hats over the years, which has allowed her to form and share hollistic but unique and fresh perspectives on topics like technology, AI, human relationships, and more. Join us as we explore humanity’s ever-evolving presence and identity, its presence within the cosmos...

2024-04-181h 03

Hyperscale by Briar Prestidge #E47 Will AI Bring About The End Of Humanity? With Theo Priestley & Beth Singler“We're not going to get a Skynet. I think the James Cameron-sort of future of one all-seeing, all-knowing and essentially the existential threat that the government seems to want to paint a picture of, it's not going to happen.” On this special EMERGENCY episode of HYPERSCALE, I am joined by Professor Beth Singler and Futurist and Author Theo Priestley, who have joined me to discuss the government-commissioned report recently published in Time magazine, warning that AI poses an extinction-level threat to humanity. The three authors of the report worked on it for more than a year, speaking with more than 200 gove...

2024-03-281h 09

Hyperscale by Briar Prestidge #E46 A Good Future is a Future That is Inclusive, With Biljana Markova“First we make technology, then technology makes us.” On this special International Women’s Day episode of HYPERSCALE, I am joined by Biljana Markova, an eco-luxury entrepreneur, animal and social activist, and one of my dearest friends. Above, she paraphrased the famous saying: “First we shape our tools, thereafter our tools shape us,” noting the importance of being proactive and considerate of how we design technology today, as the mindset (with all its biases and limitations) that creates tomorrow’s solutions will be the same one that dictates how our technology will influence us. If one gender or one race designs the A...

2024-03-0852 min

Hyperscale by Briar Prestidge #E45 What Makes Briar Tick? Understanding the Mindset of a Futurist“Over the years. I've really had to evolve my sense of self as an entrepreneur. Quite quickly it went from being me, myself, and I on the dining room table with the business to managing a large international team. I've had to go from saying yes to everything to no to most things. And that's perfectly okay, and you should do that. Our time is literally the greatest asset that we have.” I invited you all to share your questions with me on social media, and all topics were fair game. 😉 So, in this episode, you will see me discuss everyth...

2024-02-0852 min

Hyperscale by Briar Prestidge #E44 Predicting and Guiding Humanity’s Future Using Data and Foresight, With Sarah DaVanzo“Women are two times more pessimistic about the future than men, self-identifying men. And men are 50% more disempowered, feel more frustrated, more likely that they can't do anything.” On this episode of HYPERSCALE, I am joined by Sarah DaVanzo, a Foresight Strategist and Futures Activist who boasts a remarkable 70% accuracy in quantitative data-driven futurism. Sarah has a historied career, using her knowledge and expertise to help over a hundred businesses across her career future-proof their operations, from startups and SMEs to mega-corporations. Sarah’s work as a “super forecaster” has landed her in globally renowned publicatio...

2024-02-0158 min

Hyperscale by Briar Prestidge #E43 Connecting With Loved Ones After Death, With Robert Ginsberg“Some believe that this physical world has a purpose and there are certain experiences in this vast continuum of life that we can only experience in this physical realm. But a lot of people believe that even though we no longer have a body, we still have a mind, or a soul, or a consciousness. I like to use those terms interchangeably - to me, they're the same thing that continues on. And not only does it continue on, but it continues on with some memories and personality intact, so you don't totally lose your identity.” On this episode of HYPE...

2024-01-251h 17

Hyperscale by Briar Prestidge #E42 In The Face Of AI, Humanity Must Prove Its Value, With Steve Fuller“Humans have to raise their game. They have to be valued for something else, for something more, because we have now made machines that basically can replace us. And I think that is the bottom line question when it comes to humanity's relationship to AI: what is the value added of being human?” On this episode of HYPERSCALE, I am joined by Steve Fuller, a social philosopher and an instructor at the University of Warwick. Steve is an advocate for social epistemology and academic freedom, and supports the concepts of intelligent design and transhumanism. This mix of diverse expertise made for...

2024-01-181h 11

Hyperscale by Briar Prestidge #E41 AI Exists To Help Artists, Not Replace Them, With Samar Younes“There is no way on earth AI is going to replace artists. You're never going to be able to create really interesting pieces of work, even through AI, without the artistry perspective, the knowledge of the artist… the cultural perspective.” On this episode of HYPERSCALE, I am joined by Samar Younes, a polymathic artist, futures farmer, and a Central Saint Martins alumnus. As someone who has found themselves at the intersection of art and technology, Samar shares some valuable insights into the world of art in the 21st century, and the realities of this world in an er...

2024-01-1151 min

Hyperscale by Briar Prestidge #E40 Futurepreneurship and Foresight in Business, With Dana MardukThere are certain attributes that have enabled exponential growth companies, like Uber, Airbnb, and Amazon, to scale rapidly over the years. In this episode of HYPERSCALE, Dr. Dana Marduk highlights the importance of the exponential growth model for entrepreneurs, and the 11 attributes that enable this growth. FOLLOW ► Instagram: https://bit.ly/briarig LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/briarlinkedin TikTok: https://bit.ly/briartiktok WEBSITE: https://briarprestidgeofficial.com

2024-01-051h 05

Hyperscale by Briar Prestidge #E39 Will We Be Recreating Deceased Loved Ones Digitally? With Charlotte JeeWhat if we could digitally recreate our parents, so that they are with us even after their passing? This is what Charlotte Jee, a leading tech journalist and current News Editor at the MIT Technology Review attempted, after the uncertainty of the pandemic overshadowed her life. Charlotte discusses her experience with digital twins, and the moral obligations that come attached. She also discusses her experiences navigating the world of tech over the years, which has been dominated by men but has slowly been seeing more active female voices. After all, who wouldn't want to work in tech right now, she...

2024-01-0243 min

2023-12-2843 min

Hyperscale by Briar Prestidge #E38 Recapping 2023: The Year That Completely Changed My World ViewMuch has transpired in 2023, from the notable rise of AI, to new innovations in the domain of robotics, biotech, healthcare and beyond. It has been quite an eventful year. I’m super proud of the work our team has accomplished at Prestidge Group, as we continue to build successful personal brands for executives and thought leaders across the UAE, the UK and the US. Alongside these activities, I have been busy working on a new fashion line for digital avatars and a new documentary, while balancing this busy entrepreneurial lifestyle with biohacking and healthier habits. Join us in this episode of...

2023-12-2148 min

Hyperscale by Briar Prestidge #E37 Mind Uploading, Consciousness After Death, and Sentient AI, With Max Velmans“It's not like, you know, lifting the hard drive of the brain and loading it onto another hard drive or in the cloud.” On this episode of HYPERSCALE, I am joined by Max Velmans, an emeritus professor of psychology at the University of London, who has over 40 years of experience and over 130 publications under his name. Max is one of the most prominent experts on consciousness today, so I was excited to pick his brain (no pun intended!) for everything related to our mind and consciousness. We discussed everything from mind uploading, to sentient AI and consciousness after death. Max’s rich b...

2023-12-141h 41

Hyperscale by Briar Prestidge #E36 Musk Is Right: We Need More Population, Not Less, Says Futurist and Theologian Ziba Norman"I do not think that we have a problem with population. I think we need more population, not less. I agree with Elon Musk on that a hundred percent, but we need to stop also looking at this in terms of worshiping Mother Gaia. We are not here simply as observers. We are curators - we are creators as well." "And so if transhumanism could add something to the discussion, I would hope it could take it into a realm where we are not just focusing on 'stewardship' of the planet." On this episode of...

2023-12-0752 min

Hyperscale by Briar Prestidge #E35 Transcending the Limitations of Evolution Begins When Mindsets Shift, With David Wood“It’s not just about having longer lives, it’s also about having bigger lives. Life expansion rather than just life extension. To make this happen, we need to move from not just envisioning a future, but saying, ‘Hey, this is a good direction, let’s move towards it, let's make it happen’.” On this episode of HYPERSCALE, I am joined by David Wood, the celebrated author of "The Death of Death" and "The Abolition of Aging", a visionary futurist who chairs the London Futurists, regularly contributes to its newsletter, and heads the independent futurist consultancy, De...

2023-11-2253 min

Hyperscale by Briar Prestidge #E34 The 4 Factors That Decide Our Biological Age, With Sebastijan OrlićNutrition, sleep, stress, and physical activity. These are the 4 factors that govern our "biological age," and influence our overall health. On this episode of HYPERSCALE, I am joined by Sebastijan Orlić, the CEO of health consulting company Quality of Life, and a Specialist at GlycanAge, a company that helps people identify their true biological age and helps them improve their lives with longevity best practices. After conducting a blood test with GlycanAge, Sebastijan informed me that my biological age is 38, which came as a surprise as I have been quite strict with myself in...

2023-11-161h 09

Hyperscale by Briar Prestidge #E33 The Road to Becoming a Cyborg Starts with a Microchip, with Jowan Österlund"The only reason a lot of technology is monopolized rather than democratized is the bar is so high to get in. But now... you can get more or less any type of technology fairly cheap. Even if it's not the utmost cutting-edge tech, you can still get it and tweak it, hack it, and make it perform stuff that wasn't supposed to. And, find new areas of use." On this episode of HYPERSCALE, I am joined by Jowan Österlund, a body piercer turned biotech entrepreneur, who's become one of the most vocal advocates of the biohacking movement i...

2023-11-0952 min

Hyperscale by Briar Prestidge #E32 Are We Living in a Digital Simulation? With Gray Scott"We are going to see incredible magical things happen and we're going to see horrible, horrific things that AI can do because it's reflecting who we are. It's reflecting us." On this episode of HYPERSCALE, I am joined by Gray Scott, Futurist, Techno-Philosopher, Speaker, and Founder and CEO of SeriousWonder. He is also a professional member of The World Future Society, and the co-organizer of the NY Futurists Meetup. Gray Scott is quickly becoming widely recognized as one of the most exciting, inspiring and controversial futurists of our time, speaking and wri...

2023-10-261h 03

Hyperscale by Briar Prestidge #E31 Epigenetic Reprogramming Is the Key to a Longer Lifespan, With Yuri DeiginOn this episode of HYPERSCALE, I am joined by Yuri Deigin, a longevity activist, drug developer, and the Co-Founder and Director of YouthBio Therapeutics, a company developing tissue-specific rejuvenating gene therapies based on partial cellular reprogramming. Yuri’s journey with longevity is a personal one. After he lost his grandmother to Alzheimer’s, he underwent a DNA test and discovered that he carried two copies of a specific allele, epsilon four, which is a variant of a gene called Apolipoprotein E (Apo-E). This meant that he was 15 to 20 times more at risk of Alzheimer's than people...

2023-10-2548 min

Hyperscale by Briar Prestidge #E30 Is Cryopreservation A Second Chance At Life, With Max More"People who say 'Why should you live longer? That's not normal.' Go back a little bit. It was normal to die at 20 or 30, or 40 at best. So why is today's lifespan exactly right? That's obviously nonsense." On this episode of HYPERSCALE, I am joined by Dr. Max More, one of the founders of the modern philosophy of transhumanism, co-founder of the Extropy Institute, an organization crucial in building the transhumanist movement since 1990, and Ambassador and President Emeritus of the Alcor Life Extension Foundation, one of the largest cryonics facilities in the world. Dr. Max...

2023-10-1254 min

Hyperscale by Briar Prestidge #E29 Defining Immersive Reality And The Metaverse And Leveraging Them to Better Our Lives, With Sophia Moshasha“I don’t think that [the Metaverse] is going to be a replacement for seeing people in real life. I think it's actually going to be a significant extension of what we can do in real life and how we can meet people." On this episode of HYPERSCALE, I am joined by Sophia Moshasha, Vice President of the DC Chapter of the VR/AR Association, co-founder of XR women, and a producer and host of The Polys - WebXR Awards, who since 2017 has been actively engaged in the immersive technology community and a field expert consulted by lead...

2023-08-2451 min

Hyperscale by Briar Prestidge #E28 To Defeat Aging, We Must First Acknowledge That It Can Be Cured, With Aubrey de Grey"A large part of it is simply learned helplessness, as in like, we've been terribly aware of aging since the beginning of civilization and we have been completely unable to do anything about it. So we have simply developed these ways to put it out of our minds and get on with our miserably short lives and made the best of it, rather than being preoccupied with this terrible thing that's going to happen to us." On this episode of HYPERSCALE, I am joined by Aubrey de Grey, a world-famous transhumanist, writer, and biomedical gerontologist who has...

2023-08-1745 min

Hyperscale by Briar Prestidge #E27 How a Brush With Death Led to a Pursuit of Immortality and a Race for the Presidency Against Trump, With Zoltan Istvan"Right now, 20% of America's GDP is going towards [the] military and funding wars and things like that. Whereas, can you imagine if they were funding bionic hearts or they were funding cures for diabetes or finding cures for Alzheimer's?" On this episode of HYPERSCALE, I am joined by Zoltan Istvan, a prominent transhumanist, journalist, philosopher and former US presidential candidate. After a close call with a landmine in Vietnam nearly cost him his life, Zoltan has come to reconsider the concepts of life, death and potential immortality. Realizing the frailty of the human body, he...

2023-08-1047 min

Hyperscale by Briar Prestidge #E26 Understanding the Implications of Sentient AI and the Role of Humanity in a Digital-First Future with Tech Expert and Futurist Theo Priestley“I do see artificial general intelligence, AI that is capable of human-level intellect and creativity, [become a reality] within 10 years, which kind of poses a problem because it does give us a countdown in a sense.” “If we are complacent and wait for it to happen, then it will be too late. Because at that point in time, you will be talking to your computer or through an interface like you and I are talking. There’s no going back from that point.” On this episode of HYPERSCALE, I am joined by Theo Priestley, a renowned fu...

2023-08-0346 min

Hyperscale by Briar Prestidge #E25 Ending Human Suffering Using the Three Supers of Transhumanism With David Pearce, Philosopher and Co-Founder of Humanity+“A triple S civilization of Super Longevity, Super Intelligence and Super Happiness — that’s what I work for as a transhumanist.” On this episode of HYPERSCALE, I am joined by David Pearce, a philosopher and the co-founder of the transhumanist association Humanity+. David’s life has been devoted to transhumanist topics and what he calls the "hedonistic imperative,” a moral obligation to work towards the abolition of suffering in all sentient life. He believes that through technological advancement, humanity will be able to address both the mental and physical ailments that lead to us experiencing suffering. E...

2023-07-2741 min

Hyperscale by Briar Prestidge #E24 Radical Life Extension and Human Augmentation With Dr. Natasha Vita-More, the Author of the Transhumanism Manifesto"I think that the desire to improve the human condition for most people means we want to play God." On this episode of HYPERSCALE, I am joined by Dr. Natasha Vita-More, one of the most renowned futurists in the world. The brilliant mind behind "The Transhumanism Manifesto," published in 1988, Natasha's ideologies have helped shape many of the key pillars of transhumanism as we know them today. A strong believer in the continuous improvement of the human experience, she views aging as a disease to be cured, conquered through augmentation and enhancement of the human body a...

2023-07-201h 08

Hyperscale by Briar Prestidge #E23 Understanding Immortality and What Life Will Be Like by 2045, With Futurist José Luis Cordeiro“We will have two types of immortality. Software immortality and hardware immortality.” On this episode of HYPERSCALE, I am joined by José Luis Cordeiro, economist, futurist, transhumanist and the author of the best-selling book “The Death of Death.”José explains to me that in the future, by 2045, we will achieve immortality, essentially able to rejuvenate the human body and reverse ageing. He dubs this biological impermanence hardware immortality. The second kind, software immortality, involves us as posthumans living in digital worlds, with our mind constructs uploaded to the cloud allowing us to live multiple coexisting lives betw...

2023-07-1340 min

Hyperscale by Briar Prestidge #E22 How to Navigate the Unprecedented Change in Society that Lies Ahead, With Futurist and Behavioral Scientist Chris MarshallS2 E5: How to Navigate the Unprecedented Change in Society that Lies Ahead with Futurist and Behavioral Scientist Chris Marshall “The change we are about to see makes the industrial revolution pale in comparison…The issues we have today are that the sources of stress are not life-threatening, but we respond as though they are—our brains respond in a primitive way.” On this episode of HYPERSCALE, I am joined by Chris Marshall, a renowned futurist, behavioral scientist, and author of the groundbreaking book "Decoding Change." With a background in diverse fields like behavior...

2023-05-0952 min

Hyperscale by Briar Prestidge #E21 How to Unleash Your Inner Superhuman With the CEO of Smarter Not Harder Boomer AndersonHealth starts on the cellular level: this is the essence of what is known as metabolomics. Metabolomics is a key focus for Boomer and his company Smarter, Not Harder, which offers personalized consulting and coaching services for health optimization. Boomer shares his journey and the inspiration behind his company, while also delving into the vital role of a full night's sleep in promoting healthy brain functions. He shares his thoughts on using body and gene modification to become superhuman, how technology can enhance our minds in the future, as well as the common practices we...

2023-04-2748 min

Hyperscale by Briar Prestidge #E20 Human Microchipping: A First Hand Experience With Tech Leader Daniel JaramilloOn this episode of HYPERSCALE, tech entrepreneur and leader Daniel Jaramillo discusses his experience with human microchipping and the potential for VR in daily life. As the founder of RXXO.io, a unique "Cryptangible" twin of the physical diamond supply, Jaramillo has a track record of creating products for millions of users. In this interview, he shares valuable insights into the future of technology and human advancements, including the potential for remote work with VR headsets and the revolutionary next release from Apple. Join us as we explore the important topic of security in human mi...

2023-04-2030 min

Hyperscale by Briar Prestidge #E19 Embracing a New Era of Digital Money and Microchipping With Digital Banking Leader Dr. Omar MansurOn this episode of HYPERSCALE by Briar Prestidge, we sit down with Dr. Omar Mansur, a digital banking expert and Global Enterprise Lead at Codebase Technologies in MENA and APAC. Omar provides valuable insights into the future of cashless banking, discussing how society is moving away from physical cash towards digital transactions. We also explore the impact of social media on physical human connections, and the potential benefits of using chatbots to quickly find answers through machine learning. Additionally, we delve into the topic of microchipping, examining the current limitations in payment development and whether we may see a future whe...

2023-03-0636 min

Hyperscale by Briar Prestidge #E18 Predicting The Future With Director of Technology at Museum of the Future Sundar Raman On this episode of HYPERSCALE by Briar Prestidge, we are joined by Sundar Raman, the Director of Technology at Museum of the Future. Sundar shares his insights on how, in the future, we will figure out how to create a kinder world and the tools we need to get there. With his expertise in technology, we explore the role of AI in shaping our future and how tools such as ChatGPT can be leveraged to increase productivity. We also discuss the importance of predicting the future and understanding how the world will evolve in the next 50 years, as well as...

2023-03-031h 00

Hyperscale by Briar Prestidge #E18 Predicting The Future With Director of Technology at Museum of the Future Sundar RamanOn this episode of HYPERSCALE by Briar Prestidge, we are joined by Sundar Raman, the Director of Technology at Museum of the Future. Sundar shares his insights on how, in the future, we will figure out how to create a kinder world and the tools we need to get there. With his expertise in technology, we explore the role of AI in shaping our future and how tools such as ChatGPT can be leveraged to increase productivity. We also discuss the importance of predicting the future and understanding how the world will evolve in the next 50 years, as well...

2023-03-031h 00

Hyperscale by Briar Prestidge S1 E17: How Technology Is Changing the Food Industry With Co-founder and CEO of PROTe-IN Guido MercatiOn this episode of HYPERSCALE by Briar Prestidge, we are joined by Guido Mercati who is the Co-founder and CEO of PROTe-IN, a company to devoted to fast track the alternative protein industry from process food to progress food via carbon2product microbial fermentation technology. Guido explains how innovative technologies will provide solutions not only that benefit our health but also contribute towards helping the planet. We also discuss the influence of AI in music and art, how scientists are using technology to grow artificial organs and the metaverse in the early days. FOLLOW ► ...

2023-02-0632 min

Hyperscale by Briar Prestidge S1 E16: Why Virtual Clothing and Digital Fashion Will Help The Environment with The Founder of Aesthetic Research Michael SpicherOn this episode of HYPERSCALE by Briar Prestidge, we are joined by Philosopher, writer and Founder of Aesthetics Research Michael Spicher who is incredibly passionate about aesthetics, beauty, and digital fashion, especially how theories connect to different practices drawing from his philosophical knowledge and expertise. Michael shares his opinion of the future of virtual fashion and how digital fashion will solve the environmental issues we face today with physical fashion. We also discuss how Covid 19 changed how the world socializes, AI influencers and how digital twins compare to the physical world. FOLLOW ► I...

2023-01-2629 min

Hyperscale by Briar Prestidge S1 E15: How AI Will Enhance Our Lives With Founder of AIgorithm Suren MovsisyanOn this episode of HYPERSCALE by Briar Prestidge, we are joined by self-taught software engineer and marketing maven Suren Movsisyan is the Founder of AIgorithm - the world’s first & only NFT AI Music, AR Treasure Hunt P2E VR, Social Media Network and AR Marketplace and CMO at Revolve Games. During this episode, Suren explains the future of AI, how and how this will integrate into our daily lives and how virtual replicas of the physical world will make us more interconnected when we are unable to travel. We also discuss microchipping in humans, deepfakes and deb...

2023-01-2637 min

Hyperscale by Briar Prestidge S1 E14: How AR and VR is Shaping the Future of Learning with Alan SmithsonOn this episode of HYPERSCALE by Briar Prestidge we are joined by Alan Smithson Co-Founder of MetaVRse, a low-code platform that makes it easy to create & share interactive 3D experiences instantly on the web. Named as one of the most prominent Digital Futurists to watch in 2022, Alan is also Co Founder of TheMall.io and on a mission to build now for the positive future of humanity. He explains how by changing the way we educate future generations, we will in turn empower them to create solutions to meet the greatest challenges that humanity has ever faced. ...

2023-01-2641 min

Hyperscale by Briar Prestidge S1 E13: Creativity and Opportunity in the Metaverse: Live GITEX Panel With Ramit Harisinghani and Sundar RamanOn this episode of HYPERSCALE by Briar Prestidge, we filmed live from GITEX where Briar is joined on the panel with Sundar Raman, Director of Technology at Museum of the Future, and moderated by Ramit Harisinghani, General Manager at Chalhoub Group. During the panel they discuss creativity and opportunity in the Metaverse, how this may look in the future and how we as humans are to some extent already cyborgs. If you are fascinated by the concept of the metaverse and have spent countless hours scrolling the internet and it still doesn’t make sense, tune in. On...

2023-01-231h 00

Hyperscale by Briar Prestidge S1 E12: How Seeing The Earth From Space Changes Perspective On Life With Former NASA Astronaut Ron GaranOn this episode of HYPERSCALE by Briar Prestidge, we are joined by former F-16 fighter pilot & NASA Astronaut Ron Garan shares how his experience in space has shifted his outlook on life and how his transformative experience led him to expand his horizons and inspire others to shift perspectives on life and our place in the universe. Ron uses his fascinating experiences and interactive storytelling abilities to help others unlock their potential, his perspective is truly inspiring and encourages us all to step outside of our comfort zones and live life in spite of fear to enjoy and embrace...

2022-11-2428 min

Hyperscale by Briar Prestidge S1 E11: How the Gen Z Youth Are Leading the Way in the Metaverse With Ethics and Social Policy Expert Alison Alexander‘The metaverse is what our children are playing in, for them it’s the norm’ On this episode of HYPERSCALE by Briar Prestidge, we are joined by Co-Founder and Director of Ethics and Social Policy at Metacampus Alison Alexander. Metacampus was created with a purpose to equip people to thrive in the fast-changing digital world using technology to unlock human potential. Alison shares her knowledge and perspective on the ethical issues that may arise as Web3 develops and how builders can ensure that there are safety nets put in place to protect users. We also discuss...

2022-10-0336 min

Saha Mindset by Psychologist Mamta Saha Authenticity is Key! with Briar Prestidge.The pandemic has taught us all so many different things. From self-care to healthy coping. In this episode, Briar Prestidge, CEO and founder of Briar Prestidge shares how navigating through a pool of content on social media and learning to stay authentic to her true self was the key to her empowering corporate fashion success. Tune in to this episode on why it is important to pause and reset to keep yourself anchored to avoid blindly following trends and glamorizing wrong things. Got some burning questions about the podcast? Send me an email @ Mamta@mamtasaha...

2021-08-1823 min

Unlimited Briar Prestidge, the Serial Entrepreneur Who Dresses Glamorous and Powerful Women.I'm thrilled to welcome Briar Prestidge.Originally from New Zealand, Briar has had an international career that saw her thrive in New York, London and Australia. However, it was in Dubai where she truly flourished, making headlines in the field of Digital Communication, PR Strategy and Branding.Within 5 years of entering the entrepreneurial world in Dubai, Briar was named Top 100 Most Influential in the UAE, and she has been featured in numerous renowned publications, including Forbes, Entrepreneur, The National and Grazia Magazine. She was also chosen amongst thousands of business owners to compete in an Amazon Prime reality TV series...

2020-11-2835 min

Startup Hustle Middle East E29: PR tips for entrepreneurs | Briar PrestidgeWe had the chance to catch up with the force behind Deals in High heels, Briar Prestidge. She is also the CEO and founder of Briar Prestidge International, a high-profile PR and media production agency based in Dubai, London and New York, working with world leaders, top CEOs, government, entertainers and strategists. Briar tells us about her journey in establishing her own company and shares some very effective PR tips for startup founders. Connect with Briar here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/briar-prestidge/ Find out about Briar Prestidge International here: https://www.instagram.com/briar_pre...

2019-07-2353 min

Streams of Progress Ep031 - Briar Prestidge, Building a Reputation for Business SuccessBriar Prestidge is the CEO and founder of Briar Prestidge International, a high-profile marketing, branding and reputation building agency operating in Dubai, London and New York. Working with world leaders, top CEOs, government, entertainers and strategists, they boost client’s prestige and elevate them to become impactful international business influencers.A qualified digital marketer with an international career spanning across Dubai, New York, London and Australia, Briar specialises in building engaging and ‘human’ content strategises in what she refers to as ‘new-age PR.’ In 2018, Briar and her team launched a leading regional podcasting series with experts and were p...

2019-06-1339 min