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Erwin Verstraelen and Pieter Van Bouwel Future Forward podcast

Building a digital nervous system with data and AI at Port of Antwerp-Bruges with Erwin Verstraelen & Pieter Van Bouwel

In this episode, Davio Larnout, CEO at Superlinear, engages in an insightful conversation with Erwin Verstraelen, Vice President of Innovation, and Pieter Van Bouwel, Team Lead Data Science, from Port of Antwerp-Bruges. Together, they uncover how one of Europe’s largest ports is reshaping itself into a “digital nervous system,” integrating data, AI, and real-time insights. From integrating drones, to tackling complex challenges like nautical chain optimization and autonomous shipping to leveraging AI-powered tools like “Apica”, their virtual assistant, this conversation dives into the transformative power of innovation. What does the future hold for sustainable, efficient port operations? Tune in to explore the fascinating intersection of technology and the maritime industry.

Daan Moreels on Future Forward podcast

Revolutionizing electric motors, robotics, and the future of deep tech with Daan Moreels

In this episode of Future Forward, Davio Larnout, CEO at Superlinear, sits down with Daan Moreels, Co-founder of Magnax, to explore the intersection of cutting-edge hardware and the rise of AI. They delve into the fascinating journey of developing axial flux motors, the challenges of scaling deep-tech innovation in Europe, and the transformative role AI could play in hardware design, manufacturing, and beyond. From the potential of digital twins to the future of robotics and universal basic income, this episode uncovers the profound implications of AI on technology and society.

Vincent Spruyt on Future Forward podcast

AI's role in marketing transformation, automation, and the path to AGI with Vincent Spruyt

Host Davio Larnout sits down with Vincent Spruyt, Global Chief Product Officer at KINESSO - IPG Mediabrands, to dive into the intersection of AI and marketing automation. Together, they explore how AI is reshaping the industry through automation and insights, discuss the evolving landscape of machine learning, and address the broader impacts of generative AI on our future. From enabling personalized campaigns to discussing the role of artificial general intelligence (AGI) in society, Vincent offers a deep dive into the opportunities and ethical challenges AI presents.

Wouter Denayer on Future Forward podcast

Navigating the AI Evolution with Wouter Denayer, from Classic Approaches to Contemporary Challenges

Host Davio Larnout is joined by Wouter Denayer, former CTO of IBM Belgium and current freelance tech strategy advisor. They delve deep into the history and evolution of artificial intelligence. No stone gets unturned, while they touch on practical applications, legislative considerations, scaleability, and strategic implementations in business environments.

Philippe De Ridder on Future Forward podcast

The Autonomous Age - Solopreneur ventures, basic income and societal change with Philippe De Ridder

Host Davio Larnout engages with Philippe De Ridder, CEO at Board of Innovation, in an insightful discussion about the transformative impact of AI. They explore the growing world of AI-enabled solopreneur ventures, offering insights into how individuals can harness AI for entrepreneurial success. The conversation also tackles the complex idea of a universal basic income and the profound societal changes underway.

Francis Martens on Future Forward podcast

Revolutionizing Integration with AI - A Deep Dive with Francis Martens

In this episode of Future Forward Davio converses with Francis Martens, Co-founder and CEO of Exalate. They dive into Exalate's journey, highlighting the pivotal role of AI in advancing system integrations. Francis shares insights on the evolution from traditional programming to AI-enhanced middleware, and the impact on cross-company collaborations. 

Loubna Bouarfa on Future Forward podcast

AI in Healthcare and Education - A Journey with Loubna Bouarfa

In this episode of Future Forward, Davio Larnout, CEO at Superlinear, engages in an insightful conversation with Loubna Bouarfa, AI thought leader and Chairwoman of the AI Innovation Board at Envision Pharma Group, and Founder of OKRA.ai. They delve into Loubna's journey from founding OKRA.ai to its acquisition, exploring the transformative role of AI in critical sectors like healthcare and education.

Seppe vanden Broucke on Future Forward podcast

Education, Ethics, and Innovation with Seppe vanden Broucke

In this thought-provoking episode of Future Forward, Davio Larnout, CEO at Superlinear, engages in a deep dialogue with Seppe vanden Broucke, Assistant Professor at the University of Gent. They delve into the transformative realm of AI, exploring its impact on education, ethical considerations, and the continuous evolution within various industries.

Kenny Helsens on Future Forward podcast

AI's Evolution, Climate Change, and Biotech with Kenny Helsens

In this episode of Future Forward, Davio Larnout, CEO at Superlinear, delves deep into the transformative potential of AI with Kenny Helsens, a Data & ML Architect in Climate Tech. They discuss the rapid advancements in AI, its implications for biotechnology, and the potential challenges and opportunities it presents for addressing climate change.

Laurent Sorber on Future Forward podcast

Coding, Hallucinations, Multimodality and AGI: a fireside chat on Generative AI with Laurent Sorber

In this episode, Davio Larnout, CEO at Superlinear, sits down for a fireside chat on Generative AI with Superlinear CTO Laurent Sorber. They reflect on the journey since starting Superlinear over five years ago and how AI has evolved in that time. What strides has Generative AI made? What lies ahead for AI, and how do we approach its challenges? Should you be scared of AI? Join the Superlinear founders as they share their insights in the latest episode of Future Forward.

Maarten Mortier on Future Forward podcast

Cutting through the AI noise: it’s possible to dream again

“It’s possible to dream again and make beautiful technology”. In this episode, Davio Larnout, CEO at Superlinear, has a candid conversation with Maarten Mortier, currently Head of AI & Innovation at Henchman AI and Tech Advisory Lead at Miles Ahead. With over 20 years of experience in tech, Maarten brings a wealth of insights into how AI has changed over the past few years and what he sees at companies he’s advising daily. Listen in to learn the latest on innovation and how to cut through the AI noise to make beautiful technology again. 

Tijl De Bie on Future Forward podcast

The impact of AI regulation on organizations: how can you prepare?

In the past few months, many prominent figures have called for a pause on training Large Language Models, citing concerns for humanity. But, is it even possible to pause? And what about the upcoming regulations on AI? In this episode, Davio Larnout, CEO at Superlinear, and Tijl De Bie, Professor in AI, ML & Data Science at UGent, discuss compliance, the European AI Act, and fairness. Listen in to learn how organizations can prepare for AI regulation. 

Stijn Christiaens on Future Forward podcast

Seizing opportunities in AI’s creative destruction era

In a few months, AI went from the hands of a select few to everyone. But how do you create business value from LLMs such as GPT-4? In this episode, Davio Larnout, CEO at Superlinear, and Stijn Christiaens, Chief Data Citizen at Collibra, discuss the creative destruction caused by ChatGPT and other LLMs. Listen in to learn what Davio and Stijn have learned from their experience working with AI.