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The Industrial IoT Spotlight Podcast shines a light on digital solutions that are impacting businesses today. Our mission is to feature the companies that are building the next generation of enterprise technologies, from architecture design to data management to business model innovation. Our hosts, Peter Rhode-Chen and Erik Walenza, are friends and entrepreneurs based in Shanghai, China. The Industrial IoT Spotlight is produced by Asia Growth Partners, a group of technology experts and business leaders, who help technology companies and corporates navigate technology development, implementation, and adoption in Asia. Don't forget to follow us on LinkedIn @asia-growth-partners-agp or visit our website at https://asiagrowthpartners.com. You can contact Erik directly at erik.walenza@asiagrowthpartners.com
In this episode, we spoke with Zohar Bronfman, co-founder and CEO of Pecan, a predictive analytics platform that integrates machine learning and generative AI to simplify and accelerate AI adoption. Zohar shares how Pecan bridges technical and organizational barriers to help companies harness predictive insights for business decision-making. They discuss the evolving role of AI in industries, challenges faced by traditional companies, and how predictive GenAI can democratize access to advanced analytics.
Key Questions Explored:
• How does Predictive GenAI simplify AI adoption for non-experts?
• Why is automation key to reducing AI project timelines?
• How can small-scale AI testing minimize risk and ensure scalability?
• What challenges hinder AI adoption, and how can they be overcome?
• Why will predictive analytics shape the future of business decision-making?
For more information on Pecan and how predictive analytics can transform your business, visit pecan.ai.
Industrial IoT Spotlight podcast is produced by Asia Growth Partners (AGP): asiagrowthpartners.com.
In this episode, we spoke with Joey Hiller, Senior Technical Director at the Helium Foundation aboutthe transformative role of decentralized networks in IoT. We explored how blockchain incentives power scalable public networks, enabling new applications across urban and rural areas. Joey shared insights into the technology stack, innovative business models, and the challenges of creating reliable and resilient IoT connectivity.
Key Insights:
• Blockchain Incentives: Microtransactions encourage coverage expansion.
• Decentralized Model: User-deployed gateways reduce telecom reliance.
• Flexible Coverage: Supports urban and remote IoT applications.
• Bundled Connectivity: Predictable costs enable service bundling.
• Resilient Design: Decentralized structure ensures reliability.
IoT ONE Database: https://www.iotone.com/case-studies
Industrial IoT Spotlight podcast is produced by Asia Growth Partners (AGP): https://asiagrowthpartners.com
In this episode, we spoke with Omer Brookstein, CEO & Co-founder of Xyte, about the transformative potential of IoT for device manufacturers and the emerging shift towards service-oriented business models. We delved into how companies can leverage connected device platforms to manage the full lifecycle of their IoT devices, monetize features, and create long-term customer value. The conversation also explored the practical and business challenges of implementing subscription and usage-based models across industries.
Key Insights:
IoT ONE database: https://www.iotone.com/case-studies
The Industrial IoT Spotlight podcast is produced by Asia Growth Partners (AGP): https://asiagrowthpartners.com/
In this episode, we talked with Matt Van Itallie about the rapid integration of generative AI (GenAI) in software development and its profound impact on productivity and business practices. We discussed how GenAI is transforming coding processes, the risks involved, and strategies for mitigating those risks. The conversation also covers how organizations can maximize GenAI’s benefits while maintaining security, legal compliance, and developer oversight in high-stakes environments like finance and health tech.
Key Insights:
• GenAI boosts productivity: GenAI can make developers up to 20% more efficient by assisting with routine tasks and enabling faster experimentation and prototyping.
• Security and intellectual property risks: Despite its benefits, GenAI introduces risks, including security vulnerabilities and potential intellectual property issues depending on how the tools are used.
• Importance of human oversight: Blending GenAI with human input is critical to ensure code accuracy, maintainability, and long-term security.
• Enterprise-grade tools: Using enterprise or pro-tier GenAI tools is essential to avoid exposing sensitive company data and ensure compliance with legal standards.
• Structured visibility and management: Organizations should implement clear strategies and tools to track GenAI use, especially in regulated industries, ensuring responsible and secure adoption.
IoT ONE database: https://www.iotone.com/case-studies
Industrial IoT Spotlight podcast is produced by Asia Growth Partners (AGP): https://asiagrowthpartners.com/
In our latest podcast episode featuring Jeremy Snyder, Founder & CEO of FireTail.io, we explored the evolving cybersecurity landscape and the crucial role of API security in protecting modern enterprises and IoT devices. 🔐
FireTail is leading the charge in end-to-end API security, ensuring that organizations can safeguard their systems from code to cloud. In our conversation, we dive into the implications of AI in cybercrime, the differences between cloud, on-premise, and edge device security, and the importance of API design in preventing breaches.
🎙 Key Takeaways:
• The rise of AI and automation in cybercrime and its growing impact.
• Why securing APIs is essential for modern software and IoT ecosystems.
• Cloud vs. on-prem vs. edge: How to approach cybersecurity differently.
• The importance of proper authorization controls in preventing API abuse.
IoT ONE database: https://www.iotone.com/case-studies
Industrial IoT Spotlight podcast is produced by Asia Growth Partners (AGP): https://asiagrowthpartners.com/
In this episode, we sit down with Paul Davis, VP of Product Management and Marketing at Atmosic Technologies, to discuss cutting-edge advancements in ultra-low-power and batteryless solutions for the Internet of Things (IoT). Atmosic is pioneering energy-efficient wireless solutions that can drastically reduce the need for batteries in connected devices, making a significant impact on sustainability and the future of IoT. We explore the latest developments in energy harvesting, Atmosic’s adoption of Thread and Matter protocols, and the growing importance of tiny-ML and edge AI applications.
Key Topics Discussed:
• Innovations in energy harvesting, including printed photovoltaic cells for device casing.
• Adoption of Thread and Matter protocols for smarter, more connected homes.
• Industry adoption trends in retail, asset tracking, and sustainability efforts.
• The future of ultra-low-power AI with Tiny-ML and edge computing.
Connect with Paul Davis:
• Website: https://atmosic.com/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-davis-2a749
IoT ONE database: https://www.iotone.com/case-studies
Industrial IoT Spotlight podcast is produced by Asia Growth Partners (AGP): https://asiagrowthpartners.com/
In this episode of the Industrial IoT Spotlight podcast, we spoke with Robert Plotkin, Founding Partner of Blueshift IP and author of AI Armor: Securing the Future of Your AI Company With Strategic Intellectual Property. We delved into the evolving landscape of AI and intellectual property, discussing how AI is revolutionizing innovation and the patent process. Robert shared his expertise on developing systematic IP strategies for AI-driven companies, highlighting the importance of protecting AI-generated content and navigating the complexities of patent law in the AI era.
Key Topics:
• Systematic IP Strategy for AI: How to create a comprehensive patent strategy that maximizes the value of AI-driven innovations.
• AI’s Impact on Innovation: Exploring the ways AI is automating research and development, and its implications for inventors and companies.
• Patent Rights for AI-Generated Content: Understanding the legal landscape around patenting technologies, algorithms, and content created by AI.
• Defending Against Patent Workarounds: Strategies to broaden patent scope and protect innovations from clever loopholes.
• AI Litigation: How smaller players can defend themselves against larger competitors in court.
• Trade Secrets vs. Patents: When it might be better to protect intellectual property as a trade secret instead of pursuing a patent.
Connect with Robert Plotkin:
• Website: https://blueshiftip.com/
• Book: AI Armor: Securing the Future of Your AI Company With Strategic Intellectual Property
• LinkedIn: Robert Plotkin
IoT ONE database: https://www.iotone.com/case-studies
Industrial IoT Spotlight podcast is produced by Asia Growth Partners (AGP): https://asiagrowthpartners.com/
In this episode of the Industrial IoT Spotlight Podcast, we interviewed Bert Baeck, Co-founder and CEO of Timeseer.AI. Timeseer.AI is revolutionizing time-series data operations by automating data orchestration across organizations. Bert shared his journey from a background in data science to becoming a serial entrepreneur, with successful ventures like TrendMiner and now Timeseer.AI.
We discussed the impacts of data downtime and strategies to ensure data quality, empowering data teams to detect, prioritize, and investigate data quality issues before they affect operations.
Key Discussion Points:
To learn more about our guest, you can find him at:
Website: https://www.timeseer.ai/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bertbaeck/?originalSubdomain=be
In this episode, we spoke with David Puron, CEO of Barbara. Barbara specializes in secure edge computing platforms designed to enhance industrial operations. David shared insights on how edge computing enables real-time decision-making, improves data security, and optimizes network efficiency in various industrial applications.
During our discussion, we delved into the practical strategies and real-world implementations that are shaping the future of industrial IoT through edge computing.
Key Discussion Points:
💡 What practical applications are revolutionizing industrial operations through edge computing?
💡 How does edge computing enhance real-time decision-making on the factory floor?
💡 What are the key benefits of edge computing for data security in industrial settings?
💡 How does Barbara optimize network efficiency in industrial IoT environments?
💡 How is Barbara prepared for ongoing advancements in edge computing and data processing?
Connect with David Puron: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidpuron/
Barbara: https://www.barbara.tech/
IoT ONE database: https://www.iotone.com/case-studies
Industrial IoT Spotlight podcast is produced by Asia Growth Partners (AGP): https://asiagrowthpartners.com/
In today's episode, we're joined by Nikunj Mehta, Founder and CEO of Falkonry, a company revolutionizing plant operations with AI-driven insights. We explore the evolution of AI from project-based work to scalable software solutions, discussing the role of generative AI in automating data processing and simplifying output delivery. Nikunj shares insights on building trust in AI systems and leveraging wearables for real-time insights on the shop floor.
Key Discussion Points:
To learn more about our guest, you can find him at:
Website: https://falkonry.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nrmehta/
Amanda is a wife. A mother. A blogger. A Christian.
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Award winning journalist Charlie Webster explores this unbelievable and bizarre, but
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Scamanda is the true story of a woman whose own words held the key to her secret.
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