Introducing Future Bytes: your go-to podcast that only talks about the real impact of AI in business. No fluff - just AI that actually works. The show is hosted by digital transformation and AI expert Magnus Oxenwaldt, with episodes featuring guest appearances or solo deep dives.
The podcast is created by Columbus. To see more visit www.columbusglobal.com.
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Introducing Future Bytes: your go-to podcast that only talks about the real impact of AI in business. No fluff - just AI that actually works. The show is hosted by digital transformation and AI expert Magnus Oxenwaldt, with episodes featuring guest appearances or solo deep dives.
The podcast is created by Columbus. To see more visit www.columbusglobal.com.
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This week, the AI industry received a major dose of realism from OpenAI co-founder Andrej Karpathy. Speaking on the race towards artificial general intelligence (AGI), Karpathy said we’re still a decade away from seeing it work as intended, calling today’s AI agents ‘slop’. For businesses that have held back on their AI investments, fearing that AGI might soon render their efforts obsolete, Karpathy’s comments flip that logic on its head. If AGI is ten years out, the excuse for waiting disappears.
Top stories this week:
· Claude adds long-term memory, enabling models to recall user projects and preferences across sessions.
· Google’s Willow chip achieves quantum advantage, running algorithms 13,000× faster than the top supercomputer.
· Anthropic signs a $40 billion TPU deal with Google, securing compute capacity for the AI decade.
· Oracle launches an AI agent marketplace, while Microsoft opens an Agent Store.
· DeepSeek unveils OCR models compressing context windows by 10×, and GPT-5 sets new SWE-Bench and AIME benchmarks.
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This week, enterprise AI stopped being optional. AI is now part of the system, not a tool you choose. “October 15th wasn’t the day AI got better. It was the day the industry removed every excuse you had for not adopting it,” host Magnus Oxenwaldt says. In this week’s AI News by Future Bytes, he breaks down how these moves are reshaping business, productivity and competition.
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China just became the world’s largest AI market. While the US bans Chinese tools, researchers still collaborate. Europe talks sovereignty but relies on both sides.
“Fear just became bigger than geopolitics. The AI race isn’t about who wins. It’s about whether humanity can build intelligence safely."
Top stories this week:
• China overtakes the US with 195 million AI users
• DeepSeek builds powerful models on restricted chips
• US bans Chinese AI tools, yet research ties remain
• Europe’s AI sovereignty meets economic reality
• OpenAI, Anthropic and Microsoft tighten platform control
Got questions or want to share your thoughts? Reach out to producer julie.malvik@columbusglobal.com or directly to Magnus Oxenwaldt at magnus.oxenwaldt@columbus.com.
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This week on AI news by Future Bytes, host Magnus Oxenwaldt breaks down how OpenAI’s latest moves, Sora 2 and Instant Checkout, signal a shift from apps to AI platforms. TikTok, Google, and even your own website could be next. Welcome to the platform trap.
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Stay ahead. Each week, host Magnus Oxenwaldt, breaks down the top AI stories and what they mean for your business.
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AI moves fast! But don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. AI News by Future Bytes brings you the most important AI news for business in just 10 minutes a week. The biggest shifts, the smartest moves, and the practical takeaways you need to stay ahead. Hosted by Magnus Oxenwaldt, AI Director at Columbus.
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Any transformation takes courage, whatever the technology. “It’s about reimagining possibilities, using data and imagination to drive change, and showing every stakeholder what’s in it for them,” says Ian Kingstone, Business Transformation Advisor at Columbus.
“When people align early on what ‘good’ looks like and can see their role in achieving it, they start pulling the change rather than having it pushed onto them,” he says.
In transformations involving AI, management often chases cost efficiencies. Kingstone says those will come — but if you really want a competitive edge, you need to be bold and growth-oriented.
“The organisations that win won’t just copy; they’ll imagine new possibilities. That requires aligned mindsets and a clear vision. AI can be abstract and hard to visualise, so you need experimentation, testing, and learning. Be brave!”
Reach out to Ian Kingstone on LinkedIn at: linkedin.com/in/iankingstone.
Got questions or want to share your thoughts? Reach out to producer julie.malvik@columbusglobal.com or directly to Magnus Oxenwaldt at magnus.oxenwaldt@columbus.com.
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AI isn’t here to replace you. It’s here to work with you. In this episode, Magnus Oxenwaldt looks at what it means to have AI as part of the team. From mindset shifts to structural change: what needs to change in how we think, work, and organise? Tune in for practical insights on welcoming your next digital teammate.
Got questions or want to share your thoughts? Reach out to producer julie.malvik@columbusglobal.com or directly to Magnus Oxenwaldt at magnus.oxenwaldt@columbus.com.
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How can manufacturers actually get value from AI?
In this episode, Magnus is joined by Toby Mankertz, Manufacturing Industry Director for Strategy & Change at Columbus. They explore how automation and AI can complement each other—and what needs to happen before you even begin. From cleaning up your data and aligning your processes to using agentic AI for smarter maintenance and production, it’s all packed into this episode.
Do your processes reflect how work is actually done? Tune in to find out more.
Get in touch with Toby at: Toby.Mankertz@columbusglobal.com.
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In this episode of Future Bytes, host Magnus Oxenwaldt introduces “the shift”. A fundamental change in how businesses adopt and interact with AI-driven technologies. This isn’t just another tech trend. Rather than simply upgrading software, the shift redefines how systems connect and how people and machines collaborate. It’s transforming how we work, think, compete, and do business.
"The shift is when I stop telling software what to do and start discussing what we should do together," Magnus explains.
The episode explores six areas of change and what they mean for different industries. Yes, it can feel overwhelming, but it’s also a real opportunity. The question is: how will you respond?
Got questions or want to share your thoughts? Reach out to producer julie.malvik@columbusglobal.com or directly to Magnus Oxenwaldt at magnus.oxenwaldt@columbus.com.
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Creating "aha moments": This time, host Magnus Oxenwaldt is joined by Espen Strømme, Head of Strategy & Growth at Columbus Norway, to talk about value-first mindset, why simple conversations can drive big business impact and how a people-focused leadership can make all the difference. Tune in for simple, sharp advice for leaders navigating change.
Got questions or want to share your thoughts? Reach out to Magnus at magnus.oxenwaldt@columbus.com or Espen at espen.stromme@columbusglobal.com
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In the latest Future Bytes episode, two generations share their views on AI. Didrik Nettelhorst Krog, an Associate Consultant at Columbus, grew up with technology as part of everyday life, while host Magnus Oxenwaldt watched it emerge and transform industries. Together, they explore AI’s potential and the excitement of working in a field that continues to evolve. Didrik also reflects on his academic journey and the transition from university to professional life in AI, offering insights into what it takes to step into this dynamic industry. Tune in for an engaging discussion on experience, innovation, and the future of AI.
Got questions or want to share your thoughts? Reach out to magnus.oxenwaldt@columbusglobal.com
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Did you know that over 70% of AI projects fail - not because of the technology itself, but due to poor data readiness and ineffective change management?
In this episode of Future Bytes, host Magnus Oxenwaldt welcomes Michael Simms, VP of Data & AI at Columbus Global and an expert in data strategy, to discuss why data readiness is the foundation of successful AI adoption. Together, they explore common pitfalls, strategic approaches, and practical insights to help your organization become truly AI-ready.
Got questions or want to share your thoughts? Reach out to Magnus at magnus.oxenwaldt@columbus.com.
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In the latest episode of Future Bytes, host Magnus Oxenwaldt is joined by Beatrice Silow, Managing Director for Columbus Sweden and Global CMO at Columbus, to discuss how leaders can adopt AI in a way that’s meaningful, strategic and humancentered.
The organizations mentioned in the podcast are TechSverige and Microsoft initative, AI Innsiktsråd.
Got questions or want to share your thoughts? Reach out to Magnus at magnus.oxenwaldt@columbus.com.
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In this episode of Future Bytes, host Magnus Oxenwaldt is joined by AI-advisor at Columbus, Anders Leander to talk about the practical realities of integrating AI into business operations. Leander shares how his team supported the company, MadEngine, to automate product tagging with AI - and reducing manual effort while maintaining accuracy.
Future Bytes is your go-to podcast for quick, powerful insights on AI in business. The show is hosted by digital transformation and AI expert Magnus Oxenwaldt, with episodes featuring guest appearances or solo deep dives.
You can contact Anders Leander at: anders.leander@columbusglobal.com
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The DeepSeek hype: Media discussions are buzzing about DeepSeeks impact on the AI industry. In this episode, as we catch up on what these advancements mean for AI in business, we also dig into an underlying question: Can we trust AI? Join Magnus Oxenwaldt as he unpacks the complexities behind the headlines.
Got thoughts? We would love to hear them. Send your questions directly to julie.malvik@columbusglobal.com or check out our website for more information. We'll select several questions to explore in part two of this episode.
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In this episode of Future Bytes, Magnus Oxenwaldt outlines a practical roadmap for business leaders aiming to successfully implement AI chatbot solutions.
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Hi - how cool that you found your way here and welcome our podcast about AI in business, hosted by Magnus Oxenwaldt.
Today Magnus will chat about the importance of personalisation in modern retail.
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The show is hosted by digital transformation and AI expert Magnus Oxenwaldt, with episodes featuring guest appearances or solo deep dives. For any questions please reach out to: magnus.oxenwaldt@columbusglobal.com
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Welcome to Future Bytes—your go-to podcast for quick, powerful insights on AI in business.
In this episode, we’re exploring how conversational AI is reshaping retail with personalised, efficient customer experiences.
Magnus will cover:
The show is hosted by digital transformation and AI expert Magnus Oxenwaldt, with episodes featuring guest appearances or solo deep dives.
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