Radar - by nexxworks

In this episode, we dive into the recent ruling declaring Google an illegal monopoly, the potential for breaking up the tech giant, and the role of AI in reshaping the search landscape. We also explore China’s antitrust crackdown and its rapid energy transition toward renewables and nuclear power. Lastly, we compare two unique retail concepts: LA’s luxury Erewhon Market and Foodbanks Canada’s initiative to create a dignified, retail-like experience for those in need. Tune in for insights on tech, innovation, and creating positive impact through customer experience.   For a dose of fresh business and tech inspiration, head over to nexxworks.com   Explore a bold new world with nexxworks - join our open experiences here:  https://www.nexxworks.com/experiences/upcoming-experiences.

In this episode of Radar, Steven, Pascal, and Peter discuss their experiences during the keynote speaking season and the rise of AI. They also explore the success story of Octopus Energy, a UK-based energy company that combines innovative technology with exceptional customer service. The conversation then shifts to the conflict between Europe and China in the EV market, with the European Union imposing tariffs on Chinese EV imports due to unfair competition. The hosts also discuss the percentage of Chinese brands in the European car market. The conversation explores the potential impact of tariffs on European cars made in China and the implications for the automotive industry. It also delves into the consolidation happening in the Chinese electric vehicle market and the rise of Chinese car brands. The discussion touches on the intersection of artificial intelligence and synthetic biology and the potential risks and game-changing effects of these technologies. The conversation concludes with a book recommendation on the topic of AI and synthetic biology. The conversation explores the concept of revenge effects and the need for containment in the face of technological advancements like AI and synthetic biology. It discusses the historical examples of nuclear power and the Industrial Revolution, highlighting the challenges of containing the power unleashed by innovation. The conversation also touches on the importance of collaboration and regulation in governing these technologies. The potential impact of quantum computing is briefly mentioned, but the focus remains on AI. The conversation concludes with a mention of Peter's upcoming book, 'The Uncertainty Principle,' which explores leveraging uncertainty in the never-normal.

Join your hosts Steven Van Belleghem, Peter Hinssen, and Pascal Coppens for another episode of Radar, by nexxworks. Pascal Coppens shares his travel report from China, where he visited various cities and companies in the Greater Bay Area. Another topic is the TikTok ban in the US and the approaching ban in Europe, with Peter providing insights into the history and controversies surrounding TikTok. Steven focuses on the principles outlined in the book 'No Rules Rules' by Erin Meyer and Reed Hastings. 

Join your hosts Steven Van Belleghem, Peter Hinssen, Pascal Coppens, and special guest and AI expert Geertrui Mieke De Ketelaere as they talk about customer experience at the Miami Beach Police Department, Chinese innovation and technology at the Mobile World Congress, the Challenge of Human Behavior and Technology and much more!  

For the first episode op 2024, our tried and trusted hosts invite a special guest! Elke Geraerts, professor in psychology and CEO of Better Minds At Work. The four of them give their predictions for 2024, talk about AI vs AI (Authentic Intelligence), the Magnificent 7 of the stock market, Chinese flying cars and cruise ships as well as CES. Enjoy!

‍In this brand new episode, Steven, Peter, Pascal and Julie talk first about The North Face's (fake?) PR stunt, how Temu is taking over the world with cheap and fast products, Julie reflects on the OpenAI saga, then onto Steven's High Value Service Agents and Peter wraps it up for Christmas with some controversial optimism heading into 2024 ... Enjoy! For more inspiration about business and technology, go to nexxworks.com. Want to learn more about our learning and inspiration programs? Visit https://www.nexxworks.com/experiences/upcoming-experiences.

We're back with a special interview episode where Peter Hinssen has a fascinating conversation with Pascal Coppens about Generative AI. They talked about the most important Chinese AI players, regulation, education, the cloud, light weight LLMs, geopolitics, the talent war and China's transition to a service-driven industry. If you want to know more about generative AI from an eastern perspective, this is the episode for you!

In this brand new episode, Radar podcast host Steven Van Belleghem and his #nexxworks friends Peter Hinssen, Laurence Van Elegem, Julie Vens - De Vos and Pascal Coppens, discuss the unicorn that is Taylor Swift, Humane’s overhyped AI Pin, the next killer AI device, generative AI in China, the WeWork saga, the Bletchley Park AI Summit, the Executive Order on AI, Mercier champagne, data colonization, LinkedIn, our upcoming China Tour and many more things! Enjoy! For more inspiration about business and technology, go to nexxworks.com. Want to learn more about our learning and inspiration programs? Visit https://www.nexxworks.com/experiences/upcoming-experiences.

In this brand new episode, Radar podcast host Steven Van Belleghem and his #nexxworks friends Peter Hinssen, Pascal Coppens, Julie Vens - De Vos and Laurence Van Elegem discuss how LinkedIn saved Julie’s day, Neuralink’s first human trials, Elon Musk’s big plan, cyborgs, invasive technology, all things Japan and business - from time machine investing, to omotenashi, humility, declining demographics, finding the perfect knife & more - Elon Musk’s algorithm, Walter Isaacson’s biography about him, all the people Peter Hinssen feels sorry for, Huawei Connect, the chip war, a European ban on EVs, effective altruism, accelerated altruism and much more! Enjoy! For more inspiration about business and technology, go to nexxworks.com. Want to learn more about our learning and inspiration programs? Visit https://www.nexxworks.com/experiences/upcoming-experiences.

Join Radar's exciting first episode with guests Peter Hinssen (Expert on Content Science), Pascal Coppens (Expert on China's economy), and Julie Vens-De Vos (Surprising Barbie movie lover) as they discuss the present and future of telemarketing, the impact of generative AI on industries, customer culture in building successful brands, and upcoming advancements in automation and robotization in China.