• Analog & AI: Advanced Technology Experts Take on Embedded World 2024 feat. Jason Griffin, Aleksandr Timofeev, Weier Wan, & Martin Unverdorben
    Nov 7 2024

    Forging the Future goes on the road to Embedded World 2024 in Austin, Texas, to talk with 4 tech experts on key topics like advanced AI technology and intelligent product development. Chris is joined by Jason Griffin from Analog Devices, POLYN Technology CEO Aleksandr Timofeev, Weier Wan of AIZIP, and Martin Unverdorben at Tria. Talking points include integrating analog data with digital technology, understanding NASP essentials, developing small AI models, and improving efficiency in embedded computing with AI.

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    54 mins
  • Open Source at Embedded World: Industry Experts Weigh In feat. Kate Stewart, Frederic Desbiens, & Gulroz Singh
    Oct 31 2024

    Forging the Future goes on the road to Embedded World 2024 in Austin, Texas, to talk with 3 tech experts on open source, embedded systems, and safety and security. Chris is joined by Kate Stewart from the Linux Foundation, Frederic Desbiens from the Eclipse Foundation, and Gulroz Singh from NXP semiconductors. Talking points include the Zephyr project, open source community building, and the future of self-driving cars.

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    52 mins
  • AI Meets Arduino: Breaking Down Barriers in Tech for All with Guneet Bedi
    Oct 24 2024

    Forging the Future talks to Guneet Bedi, Senior VP and General Manager at Arduino, at Embedded World 2024 in Austin, Texas, in this week’s AI and electronics-focused episode. Arduino designs, manufactures, and supports electronic devices and software, allowing people around the world to easily access advanced technologies that interact with the physical world. Talking points include supporting Arduino’s 40 million global users, expanding into emerging geographical markets, and democratizing AI knowledge.

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    28 mins
  • AI, Ethics, & the Future of Edge Computing: Meet the tinyML Foundation
    Oct 17 2024

    Artificial intelligence takes the mainstage at Embedded World 2024 and in this week’s episode with Pete Bernard, edge AI computing expert and Executive Director at tinyML Foundation. At tinyML, Pete helps nurture a community focused on low-power machine learning technologies at the very edge of the cloud with the most cutting-edge AI technologies, deep ties to academia, and investments in AI for Good and Responsible AI. Talking points include the rapid pace of technological change, the need for secure, responsible AI and the importance of user-friendly interfaces for AI adoption.

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    29 mins
  • Essential Legal Advice for Startups with Hunton Andrews Kurth
    Oct 10 2024

    Forging the Future gets some legal help this week from Jeff Dodd, a Partner at Hunton Andrews Kurth (current sponsor of Forging the Future). With over 900 lawyers in the United States and around the world, Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP serves clients across a broad range of complex transactional, litigation and regulatory matters. Talking points include when startups should seek legal advice, how emerging technology like AI can add complexities to legal systems, and what protections and considerations should be on the mind of startup founders and business owners.

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    35 mins
  • Texas’ First Vertical Farm: How Moonflower Farms Hydroponics Might Save Us All with Federico Marques
    Sep 26 2024

    Can flowers bloom in space? Founder and CEO Federico Marques wants to make this happen by 2030. Federico’s company, Moonflower Farms, created the first indoor vertical farm in Texas and continues to innovate hydroponic growing through partnerships with local universities and NASA. In this week’s episode, talking points include the technology and challenges of hydroponic farming, the crisis of nutrition security in the US, and the role of bioregenerative technology in colonizing the moon.

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    34 mins
  • Embrace the GRIND: The First Portable Rebound Machine with Thomas Fields
    Sep 5 2024

    Forging the Future takes it to the court in this week’s episode, featuring GRIND Founder and CEO Thomas Fields. GRIND is a consumer brand developing the world's first smart ecosystem of sports equipment products, starting with a portable basketball rebounding machine, and is focused on empowering athletes, trainers and coaches with affordable and innovative products. Talking points include experiencing Shark Tank as a first-time entrepreneur, helping the community at Houston’s annual GRIND Day event, and balancing hardware and software development as a founder to deliver on customer needs and meet demand.

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    27 mins
  • Disrupting Financial Technology Betting on the Future of Bitcoin with John T. Perrone
    Aug 29 2024

    Cryptocurrency expert John T. Perrone joins the pod to talk about the future of finance and technology, sharing insights from his experience as CEO and founder of BitWallet, a leading company in the digital currency space. With a unique twist on his entrepreneurial journey, John also owns BitWallet Bet, a sports book, and brings a fresh perspective to the conversation. Having successfully navigated the tech industry, John discusses innovative approaches to cryptocurrency, gaming, and more, offering a glimpse into the next generation of financial technology. Talking points include the evolution of digital currency, disruptions in the gaming industry, and John's vision for the future of finance and tech.

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    36 mins