Key Topics Covered

• Why AI is still in its “stupidest” version—and why that’s exciting
• The difference between AI as a collaborator vs. a replacement
• How knowledge graphs will define the next generation of software
• The danger of adopting AI without cleaning up the process first
• Why Comcast’s Xfinity platform is one to watch
• Real-world advice for tech leaders preparing for AI integration
• From leadership scar tissue to startup pivots: the human side of innovation

Mentioned in This Episode

• AI Circle – A community for emerging AI leaders and thinkers
• Comcast Xfinity – A model for next-gen customer intelligence
• Aduna & Camara – Telecom’s move toward open, intelligent APIs
• CENX & Ericsson – How a technical pivot led to acquisition
• Knowledge graphs – The new competitive advantage in AI

Thomas’ Wisdom Highlights

“Every day, you’re working with the dumbest version of AI you’ll ever use.”
“Before you apply AI, ask: why are we doing this in the first place?”
“AI will supercharge the smart. But if your processes are broken, AI only accelerates the chaos.”
“Sometimes, the biggest hurdle to growth is getting out of your own ego’s way.”

About the Guest

Thomas Elliott is a disruptive technology leader and AI strategist. He’s led engineering teams through major scaling, cloud-native transformations, and successful exits. Currently Principal at Datanised and a founding member of AI Circle, Thomas advises global organizations on how to adopt AI responsibly while fostering innovation and continuous improvement. He’s also passionate about helping leadership teams rethink their operating models to meet the demands of the AI era.

Connect with Thomas Elliott
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/Elliott-cloudnative

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