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Inspiring Tech Leaders

Dave Roberts

102 episodes

7 hours ago

The recent AWS outage in the US-EAST-1 region was more than just a technical glitch, it exposed the critical vulnerabilities in a single cloud provider infrastructure. In this episode of the Inspiring Tech Leaders, I look at what caused the outage and the global ripple effect that took down major apps, banking services, and even government portals. What you’ll learn in this episode: 💡The root cause of the failure. 💡The disproportionate impact on sectors like finance, gaming, and government. 💡...

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The recent AWS outage in the US-EAST-1 region was more than just a technical glitch, it exposed the critical vulnerabilities in a single cloud provider infrastructure. In this episode of the Inspiring Tech Leaders, I look at what caused the outage and the global ripple effect that took down major apps, banking services, and even government portals. What you’ll learn in this episode: 💡The root cause of the failure. 💡The disproportionate impact on sectors like finance, gaming, and government. 💡...

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Inspiring Tech Leaders

The Ripple Effect of the AWS Outage

The recent AWS outage in the US-EAST-1 region was more than just a technical glitch, it exposed the critical vulnerabilities in a single cloud provider infrastructure. In this episode of the Inspiring Tech Leaders, I look at what caused the outage and the global ripple effect that took down major apps, banking services, and even government portals. What you’ll learn in this episode: 💡The root cause of the failure. 💡The disproportionate impact on sectors like finance, gaming, and government. 💡...

6 days ago

9 minutes

Inspiring Tech Leaders

Review of Microsoft Copilot Agent Mode and Office Agent

Are you ready for AI to become a true partner in your daily work? In this episode of the Inspiring Tech Leaders podcast, I explore the release of Microsoft Agent Mode and Office Agent, along with the revolutionary concept of "vibe working" within Microsoft 365 Copilot. This isn't just about automation; it's about AI understanding your intent, orchestrating complex tasks, and even evaluating its own work! Discover how Agent Mode is transforming productivity in: 💡 Democratising advanced d...

3 weeks ago

11 minutes

Inspiring Tech Leaders

100th Episode Special - Sarah Armstrong-Smith, Chief Security Advisor at Microsoft, on Building a Strong Security Culture

We've hit 100 episodes! To celebrate this incredible achievement, the Inspiring Tech Leaders podcast is thrilled to bring you a truly special guest, the phenomenal Sarah Armstrong-Smith! For the landmark 100th episode, I sit down with Sarah Armstrong-Smith, the Chief Security Advisor at Microsoft. Sarah is a true luminary in the cybersecurity world, renowned for her expertise in protecting digital landscapes, guiding organisations through complex cyber threats, and championing robust security...

1 month ago

51 minutes

Inspiring Tech Leaders

What it Takes to be a Modern Tech Leader

Are you ready to navigate the complexities of modern tech leadership? In this episode of the Inspiring Tech Leaders podcast, I look at what it truly takes to be a visionary in today's rapidly evolving digital landscape. This episode explores: 💡 Beyond Operations - The shift from operational management to visionary leadership, embracing advanced AI, autonomous systems, and spatial computing. 💡 Fortifying the Digital Frontier - The critical role of tech leaders in cybersecurity, combating AI-dr...

1 month ago

11 minutes

Inspiring Tech Leaders

Culture Eats Strategy for Breakfast!

In this episode of the Inspiring Tech Leaders podcast, I discus a timeless adage, this being that culture eats strategy for breakfast. While often attributed to Peter Drucker, its profound meaning for today's fast-paced technological world cannot be overstated. This episode explores how a thriving organisational culture is the true fuel for a successful technology strategy. I discuss the enduring wisdom behind this concept, its critical relevance in the modern tech landscape, and most importa...

1 month ago

11 minutes

Inspiring Tech Leaders

Cyberattacks impacting European Airports and Jaguar Land Rover - How Robust is Your Supply Chain?

In this episode of the Inspiring Tech Leaders podcast, I explore the alarming rise of supply chain cyberattacks, a threat that recently crippled European Airports and brought Jaguar Land Rover's production to a halt. These aren't just headlines, they're critical warnings for every IT leader. Our interconnected digital ecosystem means a breach anywhere can quickly become a crisis everywhere. I look at the common patterns of these compromises and arm IT leaders with actionable strat...

1 month ago

11 minutes

Inspiring Tech Leaders

Apple, AI, and the Google Partnership

Is Apple falling behind in the AI race? For years, Apple has been renowned for its hardware and privacy, but its AI Strategy, particularly with Siri, has faced criticism for lagging behind. In this episode I look at the strategic rationale behind this unexpected alliance, exploring why Apple is leaning on Google’s advanced AI capabilities and what it means for the future of AI on your iPhone. I look at the inherent risks, including potential perceptions of weakness, privacy concerns with Goog...

1 month ago

13 minutes

Inspiring Tech Leaders

Georgina Owens - A UK Top CIO on Leadership, Transformation, and the Future of Tech

Ever wondered what it takes to become one of the most influential voices in the UK Tech Industry? This week on the Inspiring Tech Leaders podcast, I sit down with the incredible Georgina Owens, a leader who has been at the forefront of major technology transformations at companies like Vodafone and William Hill. We had a fascinating discussion about her journey, the challenges facing the industry, and her vision for the future of tech leadership. In this episode, we cover: 💡 The importance of...

1 month ago

21 minutes

Inspiring Tech Leaders

AI 2027 – A Realistic View of the Future

Are superintelligent AI systems just around the corner, or is the hype overshadowing reality? In this episode I cut through the noise, offering a balanced yet optimistic perspective on where AI is truly heading by 2027. From the remarkable advancements in LLMs and AI-enabled medical devices to the changing economics of AI, this episode explores what's realistic, genuinely exciting, and what we should be preparing for. In this episode of the Inspiring Tech Leaders podcast, I explor...

2 months ago

23 minutes

Inspiring Tech Leaders

Why the Future of Urban Mobility Hangs on AI

What happens when AI, Sustainability, and Logistics collide? The result: smarter cities, greener fleets, and millions of optimised deliveries worldwide. In this episode, I talk with Richard Savoie, patent-holding engineer, entrepreneur, and CEO of Adiona Tech, the AI-powered delivery route optimisation platform trusted by Coca-Cola, Amazon, and Marley Spoon. In this episode we explore: 💡 Key lessons on leadership and innovation from a seasoned tech entrepreneur 💡 The inspiration behind focusi...

2 months ago

32 minutes

Inspiring Tech Leaders

Stop Wasting Months on Vendor Research - Here's How to Approach it with AI in 2025

Are you tired of drowning in endless vendor comparisons and lengthy procurement cycles? Louise Baldwin from Archways talks about how to reduce the Vendor Research period and how we can start to recognise efficiencies across the organisation. Key points discussed in this episode: 💡 What's fundamentally broken about how organisations evaluate technology today 💡 Why CIOs face more complexity now than ever before (and how to cut through the noise) 💡 How to align IT, operations, ...

2 months ago

27 minutes

Inspiring Tech Leaders

GPT-5 is here! But is it any good?

GPT-5 was released on the 7th August 2025, and has been making headlines in the tech world. In this episode of the Inspiring Tech Leaders podcast, I explore the following: 💡 GPT-5 now "thinks before it speaks" with internal chain-of-thought processing 💡 Massive reliability boost with a 26% reduction in hallucinations vs GPT-4o 💡 Strongest coding model yet, creating complete apps from simple descriptions 💡 Available to free users for the first time, breaking down barriers to advanced AI ...

2 months ago

17 minutes

Inspiring Tech Leaders

Google AI Mode - More than just a new way to search for information

Google AI Mode is here in the UK and it’s not just another incremental update to Google's search algorithm. This is a complete reimagining of what it means to search for information in the age of AI. In this episode of the Inspiring Tech Leaders podcast, I explore the following: 💡 The technology powering AI Mode 💡 Real business impact on publishers and creators 💡 Regulatory challenges across different markets 💡 What this means for the future of information access Liste...

3 months ago

34 minutes

Inspiring Tech Leaders

CTO Secrets - How Giles Lindsay Transforms Organisations with Agile Leadership

I’m excited to share this episode of the Inspiring Tech Leaders podcast, where I’m joined by the brilliant Giles Lindsay – CTO, Board Advisor, Agile thought leader, and Founder of Agile Delta Consulting. With over 25 years of experience leading digital transformation across startups, scale-ups, and global enterprises, Giles has a wealth of insight into what it really takes to build high-performing tech teams and unlock agility at scale. In this episode, we discuss: 💡 The CLEAR model from his ...

3 months ago

20 minutes

Inspiring Tech Leaders

Neurodiversity in Tech - A Conversation with James Davies

In this episode of the Inspiring Tech Leaders podcast I talk with James Davies, Managing Director for RP International across the UK, Europe, and North America, and a passionate advocate for neurodiversity as a Board Trustee at Digital Advantage. James brings both professional insight and deeply personal experience to the table, shedding light on: 💡 His own journey and connection to neurodiversity 💡 The unique strengths neurodiverse individuals bring to tech teams 💡 Common barriers in traditi...

3 months ago

21 minutes

Inspiring Tech Leaders

Proactive AI is Here - Investigating Proactor.ai, the new AI tool that thinks ahead

In this episode of the Inspiring Tech Leaders podcast I explore Proactor.ai, a new proactive AI assistant. AI assistants like ChatGPT, Copilot, and Manus are powerful, but they're reactive. They wait for you to ask the right question at the right time. In a fast-paced meeting or a critical sales call, that moment is easily missed. For too long, we've been limited by the prompt barrier. What if your AI could think ahead? Proactor.ai is the first proactive AI agent that listen...

3 months ago

24 minutes

Inspiring Tech Leaders

Is your AI a Ticking Time Bomb? The unsettling truth about Agentic Misalignment

Could your AI assistant turn against you, not out of malice, but cold calculation? That's the unsettling question at the heart of groundbreaking research published in June 2025, where researchers from Anthropic uncovered truly concerning behaviours in today's most advanced AI systems. When given autonomy and facing certain pressures, these AI models exhibited what researchers call "agentic misalignment" - deliberately choosing harmful actions to achieve their goals or avoid negative outcomes....

3 months ago

14 minutes

Inspiring Tech Leaders

How Copilot Researcher and Analyst are Transforming Work, and What Sentiment Analysis Tells Us About Team Morale

In the latest episode of the Inspiring Tech Leaders podcast, I discuss how Microsoft's new Copilot Researcher and Copilot Analyst are fundamentally transforming the way we work. This isn't just about automation, it's about intelligent agents that understand your goals and execute complex tasks autonomously! Here's a look at what you'll learn: Copilot Researcher: Discover how this agentic AI acts as your ultimate research assistant, exploring vast internal and external data sources to pr...

4 months ago

18 minutes

Inspiring Tech Leaders

Beyond the Hype - Phillip Swan on Autonomous AI, Data Strategies, and Driving Real Business Value

This episode of the Inspiring Tech Leaders podcast features Phillip Swan, Co-Founder of Iridius.ai! Phillip is a top recognised voice in the AI space, he talks about the realities of Artificial Intelligence beyond the hype, offering invaluable insights for leaders and innovators. Many companies invest millions in AI Pilots that never reach production, creating "innovation theatres" instead of real business value. Phillip exposes this critical problem, highlighting the shift from e...

4 months ago

26 minutes

Inspiring Tech Leaders

The Future of AI Just Got Visual - Google DeepMind's Veo 3 Integration with Manus AI

What happens when cutting-edge AI video generation meets autonomous artificial intelligence reasoning? We are witnessing the birth of cognitive visual AI that is reshaping tech leadership strategies. In the latest episode of the Inspiring Tech Leaders podcast, I explore Google DeepMind's groundbreaking Veo 3 integration with Manus AI, a paradigm shift that is revolutionising how we approach AI technology in enterprise environments. Key Tech Leadership Insights 💡 Next-Gen Video AI - Veo ...

4 months ago

9 minutes