The Digital Edge Podcast

Françoise Lamotte and Dominik Muggli

The Digital Edge Podcast delivers short, insightful conversations with Françoise Lamotte and Dominik Muggli on the digital revolution. Episodes explore AI, emerging technologies, digital transformation, data-driven culture, leadership, customer centricity, and the future of work and business strategy. It is delivered in a concise, practical format, perfect for busy professionals, packed with real-world insights, expert guests, and actionable ideas that help organizations stay ahead in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. Engaging, forward-thinking, and highly relevant.

  1. Aug 17

    Episode 54: Closing the Gender Gap in Crypto: Education Over Hype with Lisa Tscherry

    In this episode of the Digital Edge Podcast, we explore the relationship between Bitcoin, women, and financial education.Women currently represent around 25% of crypto holders globally, raising important questions about participation, access to information, and financial sovereignty.Françoise is joined by Lisa Tscherry, founder and CEO of SatoShe, a Bitcoin education platform for women in the German-speaking region of Europe. Lisa shares her perspective on why women remain underrepresented in the Bitcoin and cryptocurrency space and how education can make financial concepts more accessible.With master's degrees in psychology and blockchain & digital currency, Lisa brings an interdisciplinary perspective to the conversation, connecting financial education, technology, and human behavior.In this episode, we discuss:• Women's participation in Bitcoin and cryptocurrency• The gender gap in crypto ownership• Bitcoin education and accessibility• Financial sovereignty and personal finance• The role of community in Bitcoin education• Lisa's background in psychology and blockchain• Building greater awareness and understanding of Bitcoin 🎙️ Digital Edge PodcastGuest: Lisa Tscherry, Founder & CEO of SatoShe Website: https://satoshe.spaceLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-tscherry/ #Bitcoin #Cryptocurrency #BitcoinEducation #WomenInCrypto #FinancialSovereignty #Blockchain #DigitalCurrency #BitcoinPodcast #DigitalEdge

  2. Aug 2

    Episode 52: Why Europe Needs Its Own Stablecoins | Patrick Starkman & The Future of Digital Payments

    Are stablecoins just another cryptocurrency—or are they about to transform the global financial system?In this episode of the Digital Edge Podcast, Françoise sits down with Patrick Starkman, general secretary of AFEPAME and a leading expert in electronic money and euro-denominated stablecoins, to explore how stablecoins are reshaping international payments, reducing transaction costs, and strengthening Europe's financial sovereignty.They discuss:💶 What stablecoins actually are—and how they differ from Bitcoin⚡ Why cross-border payments can become faster and up to 10x cheaper🌍 The growing importance of euro-denominated stablecoins🏛️ How stablecoins could impact European economic sovereignty📈 The role of regulation, MiCA, and the future of digital finance💼 Why businesses and SMEs stand to benefit from this technology🔮 Patrick's predictions for the future of paymentsWhether you're interested in fintech, cryptocurrency, blockchain, digital payments, or the future of finance, this conversation provides valuable insights into one of the fastest-growing areas of financial innovation.👍 If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications for more conversations with leaders shaping the future of technology and business.#Stablecoins #Crypto #Blockchain #DigitalEuro #Fintech #Payments #DigitalFinance #MiCA #Europe #Business #Innovation #DigitalEdgePodcast

  3. Jul 20

    Episode 51: How AI is Transforming Enterprise Software Development - with Reza Morakabati

    Should your business continue to buy most software, or build more in-house? With AI-powered development accelerating faster than ever, this age-old technology decision is taking on a whole new meaning.In this episode of the Digital Edge Podcast, Dominik welcomes a special guest, former CIO, technology consultant, and founder of Quanta Management, Reza Morkatabati, to discuss how AI is reshaping enterprise software development and what business leaders need to consider before building custom applications.Together, they explore:* How AI is making software development faster and more accessible* The evolution of "buy vs. build" in the age of AI* When custom software creates a competitive advantage* Evaluating ROI for enterprise applications* The hidden costs of maintaining AI-powered software* Security, governance, and data access considerations* Why dedicated AI teams are essential for long-term success* Common mistakes organizations make when adopting AI* Practical advice for CEOs, CIOs, and business leaders planning their AI strategyAs AI continues to transform how businesses operate, organizations have more opportunities than ever to create custom solutions—but success requires the right strategy, people, and processes.If you enjoy conversations about AI, digital transformation, enterprise technology, software strategy, and business innovation, be sure to Like, Subscribe, and turn on notifications so you never miss a new episode of the Digital Edge Podcast.#AI #SoftwareDevelopment #EnterpriseSoftware #DigitalTransformation #BusinessTechnology #ArtificialIntelligence #CIO #Innovation #TechnologyStrategy #SoftwareEngineering #BusinessLeadership #Automation #DigitalEdgePodcast

  4. Jul 13

    Episode 50: The AI Data Center Debate: Power, Water & the Future of Compute Infrastructure

    Welcome to the 50th episode of The Digital Edge Podcast! 🎉 In this milestone episode, Dominik and Françoise tackle one of the biggest questions surrounding artificial intelligence today: Are AI data centers consuming too many resources, and what can be done about it?Following recent discussions sparked by comments from Jeff Bezos and growing concerns across Europe and the United States, we explore the facts behind AI infrastructure, electricity consumption, water usage, and the environmental impact of rapidly expanding data centers.In this episode, we discuss:• Why AI data centers are consuming increasing amounts of electricity and water• The controversy surrounding AI growth versus climate priorities• The role of companies like Microsoft, Google, Meta, Amazon, and NVIDIA• Why some regions are experiencing greater pressure on their power grids• Innovations that could make data centers more efficient• Advanced cooling technologies and water recycling• Nuclear energy, renewable power, and remote data center locations• Underwater and even space-based data center concepts• How businesses should think about AI costs, sustainability, and long-term strategyAs AI adoption accelerates, balancing innovation with sustainability is becoming one of the defining challenges of the decade. Join us as we separate the facts from the headlines and discuss where AI infrastructure is heading next.If you enjoy conversations about AI, digital transformation, cloud technology, and the future of business, be sure to Like, Subscribe, and turn on notifications so you never miss a new episode.#AI #DataCenters #ArtificialIntelligence #DigitalTransformation #CloudComputing #NVIDIA #Microsoft #Google #Meta #Amazon #Technology #Sustainability #Innovation #BusinessTechnology #DigitalEdgePodcast

  5. Jun 22

    Episode 48: Beyond Speculation: How Institutions Are Transforming Crypto - with Giada Narducci

    In this episode of The Digital Edge Podcast, host Francoise Lamotte welcomes Giada Narducci, Director of Business Development at Dragonfly Asset Management. Giada shares her journey from traditional finance (Goldman Sachs and a Swiss private bank) to becoming a passionate advocate for crypto, highlighting the shift from skepticism to deep engagement with the space.Key Topics Covered:Clearing Misconceptions: Crypto isn't just speculation or a "get rich quick" scheme. Giada distinguishes the serious institutional side (regulated funds, Big Four auditors, custodians like Coinbase Prime) from the speculative "casino" corners, comparing it to not dismissing equities due to penny stocks. She points to BlackRock's record-breaking Bitcoin ETF (over $50B in assets) as evidence of a structural shift.Real Transformational Value: Focus on tokenization of financial assets (e.g., BlackRock and Franklin Templeton’s live on-chain products with faster settlement, embedded compliance, and transparency) and cross-border payments via stablecoins, which already process trillions annually—especially valuable in emerging markets.Future Outlook: The industry is in its "institutional phase," with a $2.5T market cap. Major growth is expected from altcoins (projected to reach $10T by 2030 per ARK). A key theme is decentralized AI, leveraging crypto's programmable open networks for cost-effective, collaborative innovation.Practical Advice for Executives: Understand crypto as programmable financial infrastructure on open networks. In the next six months, start educating yourself on institutional use cases and real-world applications beyond price volatility.A must-listen for business leaders, CEOs, and anyone exploring how blockchain and crypto are moving from hype to practical, institutional adoption. Tune in for insights on the evolution of digital assets and their impact on finance and beyond.#Crypto #Bitcoin #Blockchain #Tokenization #Stablecoins #DecentralizedAI #Web3 #DigitalAssets #InstitutionalCrypto #Altcoins

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The Digital Edge Podcast delivers short, insightful conversations with Françoise Lamotte and Dominik Muggli on the digital revolution. Episodes explore AI, emerging technologies, digital transformation, data-driven culture, leadership, customer centricity, and the future of work and business strategy. It is delivered in a concise, practical format, perfect for busy professionals, packed with real-world insights, expert guests, and actionable ideas that help organizations stay ahead in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. Engaging, forward-thinking, and highly relevant.