From parades to protocols and AI literacy

From parades to protocols, we explore AI literacy, regulation, and the future of work. Discover how Europe’s AI Act is reshaping industry.
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In this episode, we dive into the evolving landscape of industrial AI, starting with a lively Oktoberfest recap before shifting gears to the latest breakthroughs in physics-informed neural networks and user interfaces. We discuss the real-world impact of Europe's AI Act, featuring insights from industry leaders and an in-depth interview with Sampo Lino of MinnaLearn on building AI literacy for enterprises. As we unpack strategic investments, robotics trends, and the challenges of compliance, we question what it means to use AI safely and competitively. Throughout the conversation, we keep it grounded in everyday experience—how regulation, technology, and practical learning are shaping the factories and workplaces of tomorrow. Tune in to hear how we’re navigating this complex, fast-moving frontier and what it means for anyone working with AI today.

DeepMind

deepmind.com

Ray Kurzweil

en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ray_Kurzweil

Physics-Informed Neural Networks (PINNs)

nature.com/articles/s42254-021-00314-5

Olga Fink

people.epfl.ch/olga.fink

EPFL (École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne)

epfl.ch/en

Model Context Protocol (MCP)

github.com/modelcontext/protocol