Some Future Day

Yorke Rhodes is the Director of Digital Transformation, Blockchain at Microsoft in the Cloud Hardware Supply Chain group. He focuses on supply chain strategy and transformation using blockchain as a pillar of change. He is also an Adjunct Professor of Digital & Ecommerce Marketing at NYU. In this episode, Yorke dives into the new internet tech stack of artificial intelligence, blockchain, and Web3. From self-sovereignty and control over personal data to the potential for digital asset ownership, we explore the possibilities and advancements in the blockchain space. Join us as we discuss Microsoft's evolution with AI in productivity tools, the emergence of Web 3 technologies, and the importance of trust and authenticity in the digital realm. Key Topics:The New Internet Tech Stack: AI, Blockchain, and Web3Digital Identity & OwnershipZero-knowledge ProofDeep Fakes: Digital Authenticity & ProvenanceWorldcoin & biometric securityHow Artificial Intelligence is impacting programming and codingAcquisition of Activision the impact on MicrosoftAI as a copilot: Microsoft's evolution with AI enhancement across its product suiteEpisode Links:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yorkerhodes/Twitter: https://twitter.com/yorkerhodesMicrosoft Copilot: https://adoption.microsoft.com/en-us/copilot/; https://blogs.microsoft.com/blog/2023/09/21/announcing-microsoft-copilot-your-everyday-ai-companion/Sign up for the Some Future Day Newsletter here: https://marcbeckman.substack.com/To join the conversation follow Marc here:YoutubeLinkedInTwitterInstagramMarc is a Senior Fellow of Emerging Technologies at NYU, the CEO of DMA United, and is on the New York State Bar Association's Taskforce for Cryptocurrency and Digital Assets.

Amy Myers Jaffe is an energy consultant and leading expert on the geopolitics of oil, energy, security, and risk, and an influential thought leader on global energy policy and sustainability. She is currently serving as Director of the Energy, Climate Justice, and Sustainability Lab and a research professor at New York University’s School of Professional Studies.This is part 1 of a 2-part conversation with Amy where we evaluate technology's role in climate change and the current geopolitical landscape. In this episode, we look at macro topics, including multiple war fronts, the grab for energy power, trade wars, and evaluate how this is impacting areas in the Middle East, Russia, Ukraine, China, Taiwan, and we even get into chaos agents like North Korea.Key Topics:The struggle for energy powerHarmful Use of Emerging TechnologiesHistorical ConflictsTrade WarsChaos AgentsPost Trust / Post TruthFailure of governments to protect and provide personal safetyEpisode Links:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-jaffe-80baaa9/Website: https://www.amymyersjaffe.com/Her Podcast (The Energy Gang): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-energy-gang/id663379413Energy's Digital Future: https://www.amazon.com/Energys-Digital-Future-Harnessing-Innovation/dp/0231196822Sign up for the Some Future Day Newsletter here: https://marcbeckman.substack.com/To join the conversation follow Marc here:YoutubeLinkedInTwitterInstagramMarc is a Senior Fellow of Emerging Technologies at NYU, the CEO of DMA United, and is on the New York State Bar Association's Taskforce for Cryptocurrency and Digital Assets.

What does the future of retail look like?Justin Breton is the Director of Brand Experiences & Strategic Partnerships at Walmart. He is the visionary behind Walmart's innovative use of the Metaverse (Walmart Land), virtual experiences, live stream shopping, and more. In this episode, Justin shares how Walmart is attracting the next generation of consumers and how these emerging technologies are shaping Walmart's vision for the future. Key topics:How Walmart is using the Metaverse to engage with customers on platforms like RobloxThe impact of virtual experiences like live concerts and eventsThe risks of being a first mover with new technologies and platformsWhat Walmart will look like in 15 years - the future of retail.Why you need to start using and implementing these technologies and strategies now, or risk getting left behind.How Walmart's new live shopping platform is allowing them to engage with consumers in a new way.Episode Links:Justin Breton Twitter: https://twitter.com/justinbretonLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinbreton/Walmart Live: https://www.walmart.com/liveSign up for the Some Future Day Newsletter here: https://marcbeckman.substack.com/To join the conversation follow Marc here:YoutubeLinkedInTwitterInstagramMarc is a Senior Fellow of Emerging Technologies at NYU, the CEO of DMA United, and is on the New York State Bar Association's Taskforce for Cryptocurrency and Digital Assets.

Robert Scoble has been a pillar in Silicon Valley for over 30 years. He is a tech strategist and author and is known for his work with Microsoft and his blog Scobleizer. In this episode, we address the dangers and opportunities of AI and robotics, the future impact of spatial computing, the US vs China AI war, and why the American government is inept in regulating these emerging technologies.Key topics:The dangers and opportunities of AIWhy AI and robots will take our jobs and what we need to do about itThe Humanoid Robot Revolution (it's coming faster than you think)How AI and VR will change western educationThe US vs. China AI WarWhy the US Government is inept in regards to regulating AI and new technologyEpisode Links:Robert on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ScobleizerRobert's Lists on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Scobleizer/listsBlog: https://scobleizer.blog/Next mind: https://ar.snap.com/welcome-nextmindApple VisionPro: https://www.apple.com/apple-vision-pro/?afid=p238%7CsTHXpRf18-dc_mtid_%5Btracker_id%5D_pcrid_664829837701_pgrid_150826790596_pexid__&cid=wwa-us-kwgo-VisionPro-slid---productid--Brand-Avalanche-announceBrand-Robert's Lists on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Scobleizer/listsRobert's Books:Immersive Metaverse Playbook for Business Leaders: https://www.amazon.com/Immersive-Metaverse-Playbook-Business-Leaders/dp/1837632847/ref=sr_1_1?qid=1696449882&refinements=p_27%3ARobert+Scoble&s=books&sr=1-1The Infinite Retina: https://www.amazon.com/Infinite-Retina-Computing-technologies-revolution/dp/1838824049/ref=sr_1_2?qid=1696449882&refinements=p_27%3ARobert+Scoble&s=books&sr=1-2The Fourth Transformation: https://www.amazon.com/The-Fourth-Transformation-audiobook/dp/B01NCAXC9K/ref=sr_1_4?qid=1696449882&refinements=p_27%3ARobert+Scoble&s=books&sr=1-4Naked Conversations: https://www.amazon.com/Naked-Conversations-Changing-Businesses-Customers/dp/047174719X/ref=sr_1_3?qid=1696449882&refinements=p_27%3ARobert+Scoble&s=books&sr=1-3Age of Context: https://www.amazon.com/Age-Context-Mobile-Sensors-Privacy/dp/1492348430/ref=sr_1_5?qid=1696449882&refinements=p_27%3ARobert+Scoble&s=books&sr=1-5Sign up for the Some Future Day Newsletter here: https://marcbeckman.substack.com/To join the conversation follow Marc here:YoutubeLinkedInTwitterInstagramMarc is a Senior Fellow of Emerging Technologies at NYU, the CEO of DMA United, and is on the New York State Bar Association's Taskforce for Cryptocurrency and Digital Assets.

Mayor Hillary Schieve was elected as the Mayor of Reno in 2014. She is serving her last term as Mayor and is currently the President of the U.S. Conference of Mayors. She is also an entrepreneur with a passion for using technology and innovation to improve her community. In this episode, we get into some pressing issues facing our society, from our antiquated government and the need for election reform to our current mental health crisis. Key Topics:Technology and innovation in governmentHow blockchain technology can improve our record-keeping and election processA proactive approach to America's mental health crisisBringing jobs and innovation by bringing a Telsa Gigafactory to RenoThe need for election reformHer story of stalking and finding a GPS tracker on her carHow mental illness and drug addiction has affected Mayor Schieve personallyEpisode links:Mayor Schieve's Twitter: https://twitter.com/MayorSchieveLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hillary-schieve-7b3361b/Mental Health Survey of our cities by the U.S. Conference of Mayors: https://www.usmayors.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/USCM-Mental-Health-Survey-2023.pdfSign up for the Some Future Day Newsletter here: https://marcbeckman.substack.com/To join the conversation follow Marc here:YoutubeLinkedInTwitterInstagramMarc is a Senior Fellow of Emerging Technologies at NYU, the CEO of DMA United, and is on the New York State Bar Association's Taskforce for Cryptocurrency and Digital Assets.

Introducing "Some Future Day" a new podcast from NYU and Marc Beckman that evaluates technology at the intersection of culture and law. It features industry experts from some of the world's biggest brands, like Microsoft, Walmart, and PwC, as well as government officials responsible for implementing and regulating these emerging technologies. Host, Marc Beckman, is a Senior Fellow of Emerging Technologies at NYU, a Member of the New York State Bar Association Task Force for Cryptocurrency and Digital Assets, and the best-selling author of a book surrounding blockchain technology. Episodes are released weekly. Follow to stay up-to-date.You can also connect and join the conversation on:Youtube LinkedInTwitterInstagram