A.I Right

In this episode of AI Right, David Thomson, Chief Data & AI Officer at Royal London, shares a refreshingly pragmatic take on building an effective AI strategy.David reveals how Royal London has structured its AI plan around four clear value pillars:enhancing productivity automating processes personalising customer experiences and exploring disruptive opportunities ...all while keeping one thing at the core: the business North Star of delivering value for customers.He also discusses how AI is reshaping culture within the organisation, with “centres of enablement” empowering teams to experiment and innovate safely. And in one of our favourite moments, he likens AI adoption to sitting at a sushi bar: “you can sit back and watch the sushi go by, or you can dive in.”If you’re developing or refining your AI strategy, this 45-minute conversation will leave you inspired, informed and ready to take action.🎧 Listen now and discover how to turn AI ambition into tangible outcomes.👇 Watch the full episode and subscribe for more AI leadership insights.#AI #Leadership #Podcast #Strategy #ArtificialIntelligence #RoyalLondon #DigitalTransformation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Your next coffee-break listen! Before Kris laced up for the Glasgow Marathon, we sat down with Ishbel Softley and Andy McMahon to talk sport, AI, and personal health, with some sharp, newsy takes on the future of tech in sport!GuestsAndy McMahon — Principal Engineer, AI & MLOps @ BarclaysIshbel Softley — Lead Data Scientist @ Aggreko (…possibly a PT in disguise 😉)Not just a relaxed chat—this episode mixes practical tips with real-world delivery experience in AI/MLOps and data science, grounded in running, racing, and everyday health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join us for an insightful discussion with Jocelyn Burnham, founder of AI for Culture, as we explore the intersection of AI and the arts. Discover how AI is reshaping creativity, the challenges artists face, and the potential for new art forms. From storm chasing to AI-generated music, this episode delves into the evolving landscape of technology and culture. Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation on the future of creativity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A candid look at the changing AI and data hiring landscape. This week we unpack what's actually being asked for in job specs vs what candidates are applying with, plus the risks of going too all-in on GenAI.Listen to find out:How long should your technical CV really be?The impact AI is having on job applications What to absolutely NOT include in your CV! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of AI Right, we sit down with Matt Higgs, Analytics Lead at Edrington – the global whisky company behind brands like The Macallan and Highland Park. We chat about what it really takes to build a data-informed culture in a heritage-rich organisation, why educating senior leaders is a game-changer, and how curiosity (not dashboards) drives action.Matt shares lessons from the frontline of transforming data perception at Edrington, how he’s coaching stakeholders to ask better questions, and what it means to turn insights into decisions, not just reports. Whether you're a data professional or a whisky fan with a curious mind, this one's worth a listen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we delve into the groundbreaking work of Glasgow-based medtech startup Seluna Ltd, which is revolutionising the diagnosis and treatment of pediatric sleep disorders. Founded in 2022, Seluna is developing AI-powered medical software to assist doctors in rapidly diagnosing and triaging childhood sleep disorders .Seluna's innovative approach combines machine learning-enabled Software as a Medical Device (SaMD) with a child-friendly cardiorespiratory wearable. This technology facilitates home sleep testing with gold-standard accuracy, allowing for remote monitoring and diagnosis of pediatric sleep disorders . Their algorithms retain diagnostic power even in the event of signal loss and noise, reducing the number of inconclusive sleep studies.We discuss the challenges of diagnosing sleep apnea in children compared to adults, the importance of ethical considerations in healthcare technology, and the role of Glasgow's vibrant startup ecosystem in supporting innovations like Seluna. Additionally, we explore Seluna's future roadmap and their approach to integrating new technologies in the healthcare industry.Join us for an insightful conversation on how Seluna is making a global impact from their base in Glasgow, improving patient outcomes, and shaping the future of pediatric healthcare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A gem from our archives! We had the pleasure of sitting down with Dilshat Uteshev, Head of Generative AI at GSK, for an insightful deep dive into the world of AI. In this episode, we explore the transformative role of AI and large language models (LLMs) in the health and life sciences sector, uncovering real-world applications, challenges, and the future of AI-driven innovation. Plus, we touch on the ever-important topic of AI ethics - because with great power comes great responsibility! Don’t miss this one. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we were delighted to cover a topic requested by one of our listeners! Talking all about the evolving world of product management, especially within an AI context, we talked about: Essential Product Management SkillsThe impact of AI on product management Project Management VS Product Management ... and more!A must listen for anyone working in (or with!) product management. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we dived into AI adoption for SMEs. How can AI assist your business? SHOULD AI be assisting your business? And for those ready to adopt, how can you efficiently benefit from AI-driven technologies when you don't have loads of internal experience and resources? Topics: How to uncover what AI can do for your businessFind the AI 'low-hanging fruit' Data Governance ConsiderationsSMEs VS Large Organisations & AI Building VS Outsourcing What AI Won't Do How To Get Started (Well) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we talked all things 2025 - what will AI look like this year, will the hype continue or die down?We covered:hopes (and fears!) for 2025 in AIagent-based AI - a rundown With equal parts optimism and concern for the future, this episode is not to be missed! Listen now for your run down on the current state of AI. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we discussed the impact of AI across various industries, the future of jobs in the age of automation, and the need for society to evolve alongside technological advancements. We chatted about the balance between fear and opportunity in the workforce, emphasizing the importance of human roles even as AI becomes more integrated into daily operations. The conversation highlights the current state of AI in the workplace and the potential for new job creation as technology continues to evolve.We hope you enjoyed! Don't forget to let us know what you think of this weeks episode and let us know if there are any topics you'd like us to cover. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today's episode, we discuss the impact of AI on education, exploring both its potential benefits and challenges. The discussion highlights the interactive nature of AI as a learning tool, providing a judgment-free space for students to engage with new concepts and ideas. The conversation explores the ethical implications of AI in education, the evolving role of books, the importance of source verification, and the opportunities and concerns surrounding AI's integration into educational systems.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In our 3 episode of The AI Leader, we are joined by Talking Medicine's Chief Operating & Data Officer, Elizabeth Fairley. We discuss their data science evolution, data protection and security within the healthcare sector, their use of Gen AI partularly within their core product, DrugGPT, what it's like to grow an international business headquartered in Scotlnd and how AI will continue to disrupt the healthcare and pharma markets.Elizabeth's Bio:Elizabeth Fairley is a passionate co-founder of Talking Medicines, driving the development and commercialization of the data intelligence platform, Drug-GPT. Her expertise lies in leveraging data to empower agencies in the pharmaceutical sector with actionable insights. Elizabeth is dedicated to transforming patient outcomes through data-based predictive health, decoding patient/HCP/KOL/DOL language to uncover meaningful experiences. As a leading industry voice, she shares her knowledge on data mining, ethical data use, and the value of conversational data in understanding the patient experience. Elizabeth has completed an accelerated MBA at Babson (Saltire Fellow, Boston, US), holds a Ph.D. in Biology from the University of Cambridge, and a BSc (Hons) in Genetics from the University of Aberdeen. She is committed to diversity and fostering young talent, with a focus on innovation, trust, and transparency. As an entrepreneur, Elizabeth has founded various successful enterprises, including her own life sciences consultancy business. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On our 2nd episode, we are joined by Gordon Baggott, an experienced AI & MLOps Leader. We discuss Gordon's career, his optimism around AI, the hype that many businesses have towards AI and building best practice around MLOps. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In our 1st episode, Kris McFadyen, Andy McMahon & Ishbel Softley are joined by Arfon Smith, Responsible AI Lead for Github's Copilot. We discuss the innovation and evolution of AI within the Copilot product and how ChatGPT and AI paired programming technologies will continue to evolve.Arfon's bio:I'm responsible for integrating AI into the core GitHub experience, partnering closely with design, engineering, and our scientists and GitHub and Azure AI. My current focus is on Copilot Enterprise – GitHub's most advanced AI offering to date – infusing GitHub Copilot throughout the software development lifecycle.I'm an experienced leader and strategist with extensive product, data science, and engineering experience with a particular focus on open source. I've worked at organizations of very different sizes, scales, and sectors. Most recently I founded and led the Data Science Mission Office at STScI (stsci.edu) in Baltimore, the home of the James Webb and Hubble Space Telescopes and other flagship NASA science missions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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In this episode of AI Right, Kris and Andy sit down with Sanjay Rakshit, VP of AI & Analytics at Poppulo. Sanjay shares how his career has taken him from the early days of tech into building businesses, leading products and shaping AI strategy at Poppulo. This conversation dives into the reality that not everything goes to plan and that some of the biggest lessons come from the things that don’t work out. It explores what actually makes AI different from traditional SaaS, why good data and real context matter, and why the people who make the most impact are the ones who understand both the tech and the commercial side.Overall, it’s an honest and down-to-earth discussion about building in AI, staying curious, and what it really takes to create something meaningful in such a fast-moving space. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Navigating the Intersection of Finance and AIIn our latest Founder Series conversation, we were joined with Maysara Hammouda, Co-Founder and CTO of Predictiva, to hear about his journey from engineering into the world of finance and AI.In this conversation, Maysara shares how he made the transition, what it takes to build autonomous trading systems and the real challenges that come with applying machine learning in financial environments. He also talks about why having a strong understanding of both the technical and financial sides is critical when building successful AI-driven solutions.Beyond the technology, Maysara gives an honest look at Predictiva’s journey so far and what it’s really taken to reach this stage from refining the business model and securing funding, to setting the foundations for scaling and expanding into new markets. It offers a genuine insight into the realities of building and growing an AI-driven fintech startup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of AI Right!, we take a temperature check on where AI stands in Scotland and globally in early 2026.We explore the major £8bn AI investment in Lanarkshire, what it means for Scotland’s technology ecosystem, and why sovereign AI is becoming a strategic priority for countries seeking resilience in an increasingly unstable global landscape.From AI infrastructure and data centres to environmental impact and net zero commitments, we unpack the real-world implications of scaling large language models (LLMs) at speed.We also dive into the rise of personal AI assistants and local AI agents — including the security risks highlighted by recent developments around agent-based systems. When AI tools have access to email, calendars, internal documents and CRM systems, they sit inside your security perimeter. What does that mean for business governance and responsible AI development?Finally, we discuss enterprise LLM adoption, evaluation challenges such as “LLM as judge,” and why “move fast and break things” may not be a viable strategy when AI underpins critical infrastructure.Key Topics:AI investment in Lanarkshire and Scotland’s AI hubSovereign AI and infrastructure concentration riskEnvironmental impact of AI and sustainable data centresPersonal AI assistants and local AI agentsAI security vulnerabilities and data leakage risksEnterprise LLM deployment and governanceResponsible AI in business and regulated environmentsAIArtificial IntelligenceAI investmentLanarkshire AIScotland AIAI ScotlandSovereign AIUK sovereign AIAI infrastructureAI hub LanarkshireData centres ScotlandAI data centresCoreWeave ScotlandDataVitaAI sustainabilityEnvironmental impact of AINet zero AISustainable AIAI energy consumptionAI space raceLLMLarge Language ModelsEnterprise AIAI in businessAI governanceAI securityAI vulnerabilitiesAI agentsAI personal assistantsLocal AI agentsMaltbotOpenClawAI data leakageCybersecurity AIResponsible AIAI regulationAI riskAI adoption 2026Future of AITechnology podcastAI podcast ScotlandAI Right podcasthttps://linktr.ee/airightpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

AI Right! Founders Series: TileBio with co-founders Dr. Christopher Walsh and Professor John Le Quesne.In this episode, we explore the journey of TileBio, a health tech startup focused on revolutionizing cancer diagnostics through AI. Co-founders Dr. Christopher Walsh and Professor John Le Quesne share their backgrounds in computer science and pathology, respectively, and discuss how their diverse expertise drives the company's mission to address the pathologist shortage. They delve into the technology behind TileBio, including self-supervised learning and the importance of collaboration between medical and AI professionals. The conversation also covers the company's growth strategy, funding, and plans for global expansion, emphasizing the need for user-friendly solutions that enhance the workflow of pathologists. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.