Scaling Smarts: The AI Business Playbook

Yorkshire AI Labs LLP
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Welcome to Scaling Smarts, the AI-powered podcast that breaks down the science of building, scaling, and dominating in the world of tech-driven businesses. Join us as we explore key strategies like achieving Product-Market Fit, mastering Crossing the Chasm, and selecting the right business models for scale. Powered by cutting-edge AI insights and expert guests from across the startup ecosystem, we’ll help you turn big ideas into booming ventures. Whether you’re a founder, CEO, or just curious about the world of tech entrepreneurship, Scaling Smarts delivers the tools and knowledge you need to

Épisodes

  1. 28 FÉVR.

    AI Moneyball: The Data-Driven Revolution

    From football pitches to boardrooms, AI is reshaping how we predict outcomes, make decisions, and gain a competitive edge. Inspired by Moneyball and a groundbreaking Yorkshire AI Labs study, this episode explores how AI is revealing hidden patterns—like how referees, not just teams, are the biggest factor in Premier League results. We’ll dive into the parallels between AI-powered insights in sports, business, and beyond, from Target’s predictive analytics to Volkswagen’s AI-driven design. Plus, we’ll discuss how the UK can lead the AI revolution, using data to outthink and outperform bigger competitors. Join us for a fascinating discussion on how AI is changing the game across industries—and why those who embrace it will win.

    26 min

  2. 18 JANV.

    The Future of AI in the UK: Promise or Peril?

    In this episode, we dive deep into the UK’s evolving relationship with artificial intelligence, exploring whether the nation is poised to lead or lag in the global AI revolution. Anchored by the blog post “The Future of AI in the UK: Promise or Peril?”, we unpack insights from key sources including the Ipsos Predictions for 2025, the Visual Capitalist’s AI Confidence Study, and the UK Prime Minister’s Blueprint to Turbocharge AI. The discussion highlights public scepticism about AI’s job-creating potential, with only 34% of Britons believing AI will create new opportunities compared to 77% in China. We contrast this with the UK government’s ambitious plans to position the country as a leader in safe and ethical AI development.

    15 min

  3. 22/12/2024

    Tech Tipping Points: AI Chaos, Brain-Computer Breakthroughs, and the Future of 2025

    Is the internet on the verge of collapse, drowned by a flood of AI-generated rubbish? From fake baby peacocks to fabricated hurricane warnings, the web is awash with misinformation, raising fears of “model collapse,” where AI spirals into unreliability by feeding on its own flawed outputs. Could this spell the end of the internet as we know it, or is there hope for a smarter, more resilient future? Yet, amidst the chaos, 2024 delivered extraordinary progress. Brain-computer interfaces are giving paralyzed patients life-changing abilities—controlling robotic arms, sending text messages, and redefining what it means to be human. Join us for a thought-provoking discussion on the seismic shifts in technology—from the challenges of AI to the transformative potential of BCIs. It’s a journey through the cutting-edge developments shaping our future, straight from the heart of Yorkshire.

    24 min

  4. 04/12/2024

    Failing Fast: From Pen Computing to E-Commerce Giants

    This podcast delves into the unexpected origins of e-commerce, tracing its roots to Ink Development Corporation, a pen computing company of the early 1990s. Struggling with immature technology and market readiness, the company pivoted to e-commerce, rebranding as eShop Inc. This strategic move made them one of the first e-commerce platforms, laying the foundation for today’s trillion-dollar industry. Featuring stories from key figures like Greg Stein, a prominent open-source engineer, and Pierre Omidyar, eBay’s founder, the podcast highlights how “failing fast” and adapting to challenges placed them at the forefront of technological innovation. It also examines the broader concept of intelligent failure, drawing lessons from companies like Apple, Google, and 3M, and explores how embracing setbacks can drive growth and breakthroughs. Listeners will gain valuable insights into turning uncertainty into opportunity and fostering a culture of risk-taking and resilience.

    16 min

  5. 04/11/2024

    Bridging Innovation: Insights from Geoffrey Moore’s Crossing the Chasm

    "Crossing the Chasm" by Geoffrey Moore explores the challenges of bringing innovative technology products to market, highlighting the crucial gap between early adopters and the mainstream market. The book introduces the Technology Adoption Life Cycle, which categorises consumers into five groups based on their willingness to adopt new technology: Innovators, Early Adopters, Early Majority, Late Majority, and Laggards. The "chasm" refers to the significant difference in needs and expectations between Early Adopters and the Early Majority, which companies must bridge to achieve widespread success. Moore provides strategies to overcome this challenge, including focusing on a specific niche market, developing a complete product solution, and leveraging word-of-mouth marketing. The book uses real-world examples to demonstrate the importance of understanding and adapting to the dynamics of the Technology Adoption Life Cycle, making it a valuable guide for entrepreneurs and product managers aiming to bring their innovations to a wider audience.

    25 min

  6. 24/10/2024

    Finding Product-Market Fit: The 3 Paths to Startup Success

    In this episode, we explore Sequoia Capital’s product-market fit framework, focusing on three key paths: Hair on Fire, Hard Fact, and Future Vision. Learn how to identify urgent market needs, solve deeply rooted problems, or pioneer groundbreaking innovations, while aligning your product with market demands.  For more details, check the full article: //www.sequoiacap.com/article/pmf-framework/

    11 min
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À propos

Welcome to Scaling Smarts, the AI-powered podcast that breaks down the science of building, scaling, and dominating in the world of tech-driven businesses. Join us as we explore key strategies like achieving Product-Market Fit, mastering Crossing the Chasm, and selecting the right business models for scale. Powered by cutting-edge AI insights and expert guests from across the startup ecosystem, we’ll help you turn big ideas into booming ventures. Whether you’re a founder, CEO, or just curious about the world of tech entrepreneurship, Scaling Smarts delivers the tools and knowledge you need to

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  • Création
    Yorkshire AI Labs LLP
  • Années d’activité
    2024 - 2025
  • Épisodes
    6
  • Classification
    Tous publics
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    © Yorkshire AI Labs LLP
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