CIO to explore the profound question at the heart of today’s digital age: What does it mean to be human in a world increasingly shaped by technology? The conversation jumps straight into the deep end, beginning with a look back at the history of humanity and how our ways of learning, thinking, and connecting are evolving. Sharon draws from her background in psychology to reflect on how curiosity, trial and error, and the freedom to fail are essential to how we grow - and how those fundamentals are shifting as AI becomes more integrated into our lives. In a world where we no longer need to open a book to learn, and where information is always at our fingertips, she asks: if knowledge is no longer our greatest asset, what is? From the emotional gaps in AI to the value of imperfection in a hyper-automated world, Sharon and Per bring a refreshingly human lens to technology as they remind us that the most successful innovations are those infused with empathy, context, and storytelling. And that true digital transformation isn’t just about systems or tools, it’s about people. This episode is a fascinating journey through tech, humanity, and everything in between, and a powerful reminder that as the pace of change accelerates, it’s our people, our purpose, and our perspective that will carry us forward.

Ever wondered if AI could unlock superhuman abilities? What about digital referees revolutionizing sports, or feeling overwhelmed by non-stop tech advancements? In this episode, Tobias Hooton, the visionary Founder and CEO of Stelia, chats with Per Overgaard to dive headfirst into the frontier of innovation. Get ready for a rollercoaster conversation that not only dissects the rapid pace of tech evolution and the potential shape of future AI laws but also gets philosophical - pondering how emotion and art play into the fabric of intelligence. Join Tobias and Per as they debate the intricacies of making technology smarter, discuss the stark differences between artificial and human cognition, and champion the critical need for diverse perspectives in AI development. Special thanks to the Stelia team for hosting this must-listen episode.

While Per was stranded mid journey thanks to a cancelled flight, the team flew into Bologna, Italy – known as Motor Valley: the land where speed was born. We took the unique opportunity to get behind the doors of Ducati HQ, and the chance to speak with Federico Benassi, Ducati Corse Race IT Manager.

In this slightly different format, Federico enables us to dive into the world of motorcycle innovation and the relentless pursuit of speed. From the evolution of bikes through cutting-edge technology to the secrets behind building a winning team year after year, we learned more about the high stake’s environment of MotoGP and the challenges that come with always thinking about how to improve technology on and off the track.

Federico explains how he combined his love for bikes and technology into a dream career, offering insights and advice for anyone looking to follow in his footsteps. He also shares his thoughts on the role of AI at Ducati Corse - not as a job replacer, but as a tool to push the boundaries of what’s possible, faster than ever before. But does all this tech take away from the pure joy of riding? And what is it about Italians that fuels their passion for speed and success?

Special thanks to the Ducati team who allowed us to record this episode during a very busy week. Find out more about Lenovo’s partnership with Ducati Corse here: https://news.lenovo.com/tag/ducati/