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Ctrl + Shifter PodcastEP13: Tech Strategy in Cross-Border PaymentsIn this episode of Ctrl + Shifter, we sit down with Jan Lorenc, CEO of CurrencyFair, to explore the world of cross-border payments and foreign exchange. With over 15 years of experience spanning banking, treasury, and fintech, Jan leads CurrencyFair in simplifying international money transfers and providing cost-effective solutions for SMEs and individuals alike. Jan shares his journey from traditional finance to fintech innovation, offering deep insights into the evolving landscape of global payments. From the power of blockchain and AI to the challenges of scaling a multinational business, this episode dives into how technology is transforming the way...
2025-11-2744 minCtrl + Shifter PodcastEP12 : How Quantum, AI and Blockchain Will Reshape FinanceIn this episode, Chan Wei Jie (Wave), Vice President Web3 at TOTM Technologies, brings his expertise in quantum-secure infrastructure, AI, and blockchain to explore how the convergence of these three powerful technologies will revolutionize finance. From enhancing financial security to driving digital transformation, Wave offers insights on building future-proof systems that are both secure and efficient. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – Intro 1:39 - Behind the Shift: From Audit to Quantum Finance 9:36 - Digital Assets in Practice: What Adoption Really Takes 24:30 - Tech Convergence: Quantum, AI, and Beyond 32:13 - Looking Forward...
2025-10-1349 minCtrl + Shifter PodcastEP11: API-First Strategy: The Key to Scalable and Agile Digital BankingIn this episode, we sit down with Muthiah Sivalingam, Head of Product at audax, to explore how traditional banks are reinventing themselves in the digital-first world. With over 20 years of experience in the banking industry, Muthiah shares how audax empowers financial institutions to modernize, scale, and adapt quickly to the changing demands of consumers and businesses.Join us as we uncover how banks can break free from legacy systems and leverage modular, API-first solutions to deliver more personalized, flexible banking experiences. With insights into embedded finance, Banking-as-a-Service (BaaS), and digital transformation, Muthiah offers actionable...
2025-10-0834 minCtrl + Shifter PodcastEP10: The AI Adoption Playbook: AI Chatbots and Visual Intelligence at ScaleIn this episode, we sit down with Florian Fink, Digital Transformation Lead at OMICRON Electronics, to uncover how AI adoption becomes the real innovation. From building an internal chatbot that reshaped knowledge sharing to exploring visual intelligence with GenAI, Florian shares how OMICRON balances safety, reliability, and bold innovation in the power sector.Join us as we unpack what it takes to turn AI experiments into enterprise-wide adoption, why governance must balance agility with guardrails, and how visual intelligence with generative AI is shaping the future of grid innovation. This episode is your playbook for scaling AI...
2025-09-3051 minCtrl + Shifter PodcastEP09: How AI Guardrails Enable Safe Scaling in AI AdoptionIn this episode, we sit down with Arnaud Lucas, Head of Mobile Sensing Intelligence at Cambridge Mobile Telematics, to explore what it really takes to deploy AI responsibly at scale. From startups to global enterprises, Arnaud has helped organizations move from pilots to production building governance and guardrails that enable innovation without compromising trust.Join us as we uncover how leaders can cut through the hype, adopt AI as a tool (not a golden hammer), and deliver real business impact at scale. With insights into frameworks, risk management, and practical case studies, Arnaud offers...
2025-09-1958 minCtrl + Shifter PodcastEP08: How a Fractional CTO Can Help Your Business Scale Faster and SmarterIn this episode, we sit down with Andre Siregar, Founder of The Workforce Studio, to explore why the fractional CTO model is reshaping how companies hire, scale, and stay secure in the age of AI. From shifting mindsets around talent to navigating the new AI vs. AI battlefield in cybersecurity, Andre shares hard-earned lessons from 25 years across corporates and startups.Join us as we dive into the future of leadership and discover why fractional executives are becoming the go-to solution for agile businesses. With insights into problem-solving over headcount, continuous training, and AI-driven risk management, this episode...
2025-09-1255 minCtrl + Shifter PodcastEP07: Agentic AI in Healthcare: Transforming Medical InnovationIn this episode, we sit down with Sandip Kumar, Chief Digital and Innovation Officer at King’s College Hospital London - UAE, to explore how AI is transforming healthcare systems. From reimagining hospital workflows to pioneering rapid digital transformation, Sandip shares his journey of harnessing Agentic AI to reduce inefficiencies and improve patient care. Join us as we dive into the future of healthcare and discover how digital innovations like Agentic AI are revolutionizing the way hospitals operate. With insights into vision-first transformation, C-suite alignment, and AI’s role in driving change, Sandip provides a front-row seat to ho...
2025-09-0345 minCtrl + Shifter PodcastEP06: AI in ERP 2026: Challenges, Driving Change, and Future TrendsIn episode AI in ERP and the Future of Business Operations – A Transformation YOU CAN’ T MISS, Wei Chien Sun (Head of the Center of Excellence for SAP EAM & S/4 @ ConVista Consulting AG) provides valuable insights into how businesses can drive lasting change through process optimization and successful SAP transformations. TIMESTAMPS00:00 – Intro02:05 – Behind the Shift: From Aerospace Research to Digital Transformation05:42 – How ERP Drives Lasting Business Transformation15:28 – Leading Through ERP Challenges 23:33 – Shaping the Future of Business Transformation40:59 – Outro► Listen in audio on Youtube► Listen in a...
2025-08-2748 minCtrl + Shifter PodcastEP05: How to Build a Winning Enterprise AI Strategy in 2026In episode How Top Companies ACTUALLY Build Enterprise AI Strategy, Sana Zia Hassan (Senior Manager in AI & Data at EY) shares deep insights into building scalable, ROI-driven AI strategies at the enterprise level. From aligning cross-functional teams to navigating governance, risk, and business impact, this episode is a must-watch for anyone serious about enterprise AI transformation. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – Intro 01:51 – Behind the Shift: From Technical to Strategic AI 10:02 – The AI Rollout Journey 20:49 – Identifying the Meaningful Problems for AI Solutions 28:56 – Strategic Decision-making in AI Implementation 33:40 – Outro
2025-08-2035 min
AI & U: Tech for Your LifeAI Revolution: How Smart Technology is Transforming Work, Health, Home, and Daily Life in 2025AI and U: Tech for Your LifeArtificial intelligence has moved from buzzword to daily utility, reshaping how you work, care for your health, manage your home, and navigate the world. NVIDIA reports this week at SIGGRAPH in Vancouver that “physical AI” is accelerating—from lifelike 3D world simulation to reasoning models that help robots and vision systems act with common sense—meaning smarter home devices, safer cars, and more responsive public spaces are on the way, powered by platforms like Omniverse, Metropolis, and new Cosmos Reason vision-language models from NVIDIA Research. According to NVIDIA’s blog, the coupling o...
2025-08-1204 minCtrl + Shifter PodcastEP04: Wealth Management in 2026: The Rising Impact of Digital AssetsIn episode Future of Wealth Management: Explore the Hidden Power of Digital Assets, Marcus Ling (Founder & CEO of Ascendant Globalcredit Group) reveals how data-driven insights and blockchain technology are creating personalized financial strategies for clients in Southeast Asia and beyond. Join us to discover new investment opportunities, smarter client strategies, and leadership insights for the future of finance with us. ---- SmartDev – AI-Powered Software Development. Learn more about us:🌐 https://smartdev.com ✉️ contact@smartdev.com And don’t forget to follow us on other social networks:► Linke...
2025-08-1227 minCtrl + Shifter PodcastEP03: How to Successfully Manage Vendor RelationshipsDiscover the secret to master vendor relationship management with Thomas Naylor - Founder & Editor of Hifo.Ltd and Cyber Security Judge for SC Awards Europe. In this episode, explore expert vendor relationship management tips on setting clear requirements, aligning goals, and see how building vendor trust can drive great partnerships, sustainable growth, and IT success in today’s tech-driven landscape. ---- SmartDev – AI-Powered Software Development. Learn more about us:🌐 https://smartdev.com ✉️ contact@smartdev.com And don’t forget to follow us on other social networks:► LinkedIn...
2025-07-2848 minCtrl + Shifter PodcastEP02: DevOps and AI: How They Drive DecentralizationIn this episode, we sit down with Avijit Macker - IT Director at StratAgile and a transformation leader with 20+ years of experience in banking tech, cloud, and digital innovation to explore how DevOps becomes the foundation for the next era of finance. ---- SmartDev – AI-Powered Software Development. Learn more about us:🌐 https://smartdev.com ✉️ contact@smartdev.com And don’t forget to follow us on other social networks:► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/SmartDev ► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SmartDev ---- A special...
2025-07-1737 minCtrl + Shifter PodcastEP01: AI in E-Commerce: The Ultimate Competitive StrategyIn our very first episode, we sit down with Prasanna Subramanian - Digital Transformation Program Manager at a luxury automobile firm & SplitMode author, to deep dive into The Leadership Secrets Driving AI-Powered E-Commerce Wins. ---- SmartDev – AI-Powered Software Development. Learn more about us:🌐 https://smartdev.com ✉️ contact@smartdev.com And don’t forget to follow us on other social networks:► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/SmartDev ► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SmartDev ---- CTRL + SHIFTER Voices that take control...
2025-07-0240 min
Simply AIMeta’s AI Leap, Spotify’s Ad Revolution, and Neocam’s Healthcare BreakthroughIn today's episode, we delve into Meta Platforms' ambitious $65 billion investment in AI infrastructure, setting the stage for a tech revolution. We also explore Spotify's launch of its Ads Exchange and Generative AI-powered ads in India, marking a new era in digital advertising. Plus, we highlight the groundbreaking Neocam device in the UK, which uses AI to detect congenital cataracts in newborns, promising to transform pediatric healthcare. Join us for these stories and more on Simply News Radio.
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2025-04-1811 min
The Collaboration Superpowers Podcast43 - Offshoring In Vietnam With Alexandre CuvaAlexandre Cuva is the CEO of SmartDev LLC, an offshore development center based in Da Nang, Vietnam. We discuss why the focus on community is so important, Management 3.0, and the culture of doing business in Vietnam. For more stories, visit CollaborationSuperpowers.com.
2015-06-2229 min