Lee Bristow: Why Most Irish Businesses Are Still Paddling in the Shallow End

THIS EPISODE'S HIGHLIGHTSThe Three Types of AI Adopters - Companies dilly-dallying in the shallow end, those taking strategic initiatives, and businesses going AI-first. Only 1% feel their AI has hit maturity.Shadow AI Crisis - Up to 78% of employees are using AI tools regardless of company policy, creating massive GDPR and data exfiltration risks. Enterprise Ireland's AI ban exemplifies this problem.The VW Trade Secret Leak - How an engineer's ChatGPT query accidentally revealed an unreleased drivetrain design, highlighting the real risks of ungoverned AI use.Beyond Task Automation - Moving from basic automation to AI-first requires rethinking entire business processes - from CRM strategies to contact centre operations.SME Advantage vs Resource Reality - Small businesses have agility but face cost barriers. Lee's framework for strategic COO-led AI initiatives with focused expert teams.EU AI Act: Quality Control, Not Innovation Killer - Why the legislation is product regulation protecting fundamental rights, not a barrier to innovation. Companies complaining really just don't want to build quality products.GUEST BIO Lee Bristow is originally from Cape Town, now based in Ireland, working with Saros Consulting on cybersecurity, AI governance, and helping enterprises navigate AI implementation strategically.CONNECT Find Lee on LinkedIn or through Saros Consulting for AI governance and cybersecurity expertise.SUBSCRIBE Hit subscribe to ChattingGPT to continue learning from leaders navigating the messy reality of AI implementation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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What if AI could let you test a million building designs before laying a single brick? Or age a structure 50 years to see how climate change might affect it?Sharon Richardson reveals how artificial intelligence is quietly revolutionising one of the world's oldest industries. From robots that lay tiles with surgical precision to AI systems that run thousands of design iterations in minutes, construction is getting a complete overhaul.We also tackle the big question everyone's asking: does AI's energy appetite matter if it helps us slash the other 97% of global electricity use? Sharon breaks down the numbers that might surprise you.In this episode:Why AI feels like having an engineering time machineThe real energy cost of AI (it's smaller than you think)How robots and humans will split construction workClimate modelling that shows buildings decades into the futureWhy the built environment shapes us as much as we shape itPerfect for anyone curious about AI's practical impact beyond the heSmart, grounded, and refreshingly honest, this is a must-listen for leaders shaping the future of cities, sustainability, and innovation.You can connect with Sharon on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharonr/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Look Back from 2030: The Human Side of AIHow Skills, Culture, and Transformation Shaped the Future of WorkIn this episode of Chatting GPT, Maryrose Lyons sits down with transformation expert Stephanie Prenderville for a playful yet thought-provoking conversation set in the year 2030.Together, they explore how work has evolved in an AI-first world—from three-day work weeks and skills-based rewards to the critical importance of human literacy. You’ll hear insights about why creativity, emotional intelligence, and critical thinking have become the core skills of the modern workforce, and how leaders can overcome fear and overwhelm to build cultures that thrive alongside technology.Topics Covered:What it really means to put humans at the heart of AIHow AI transformed hiring, learning, and performance managementWhy critical thinking and human literacy are non-negotiable leadership skillsThe move to transparent, skills-based rewardsThe role of creativity and sustainability in measuring successTips for leaders starting their AI transformation journeyConnect with Stephanie Prenderville:👉 Follow Stephanie on LinkedInLearn more about the AI Institute:👉 Visit the AI Institute Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if AI didn’t just take tasks off your plate but actually made you smarter?Stephen Klein – marketer, educator, disruptor and soulful tech strategist – joins Maryrose Lyons to unpack why he believes meaning will be the last competitive edge.Follow him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephenbklein/Check out: https://curiouser.ai/We cover:Why the future isn’t task automation, it’s human augmentationWhy AI companies are losing billions while consultants get richStephen Klein on how the big AI companies are replaying the Big Tobacco playbookHis solutions: Curiouser.ai - it flips the script and exists to teach you (not learn from you)If you liked this episode, we'd love if you considered following us.Or rate us.Be nice.We'd love that. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From cyber law to Kabul, from the UN to Brussels, Caro Robson has been at the frontline of AI regulation for two decades. In this episode, she joins Maryrose Lyons of the AI Institute to dissect the global power struggle over AI.They talk DeepSeek, Deep State, and the deep flaws in Europe’s AI readiness. Caro breaks down the delays in the EU AI Act, the surprising innovation culture in China, and the human cost behind every clever chatbot.Expect a smart, clear-eyed take on ethics, enforcement, and why Malta is outperforming Ireland on AI preparation.📚 Read Caro’s latest work: carorobson.com/blog-news-resources including her post on the EU AI Act 'Is it dead on arrival?'📚 Kate Crawford's book "Atlas of AI" which Caro highly recommends.📚 Link to the podcast with Declan Power on AI in warfare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul Kortman - OG of Zapier and founder of Connex Digital - joins us to talk about the future of automation, noCode, and the shift towards smarter SaaS. We unpack why copy-pasting, exporting data, and checklist-chasing are red flags that scream automate me. Paul shares how AI is pushing the boundaries of what’s possible, and why the real win isn't replacing jobs - it's freeing up brains for better thinking.From empowering citizen developers to building Emailstream.ai for email sanity, this episode is packed with real-world examples and bold takes on where automation is headed next.If you like the sound of this and you'd like to learn how to get started with AI Automation in your own business, why not join us for the next edition of our AI Automations Course?Starts on 19 June.Its got 3 training sessions and 3 workshop sessions; everyone will walk away with a minimum of 3 automations built out for their business, plus an understanding of how to build out more.Bonus: use the code CHATTINGGPT when booking and get 100 EURO off (valid until 19 June)https://www.instituteofaistudies.com/product/product-ai-marketing-automations#citizendevelopment #nocode #aiautomationConnect with Paul on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulkortman/Check out Emailstream.ai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Chatting GPT, host Maryrose Lyons speaks with Ning Na, co-founder and CEO of Greentally AI, a Y Combinator–backed startup revolutionising greenhouse gas accounting for small and medium businesses. Ning shares how his platform automates carbon emissions tracking, why SMEs can’t afford to ignore sustainability, and how AI can help reduce environmental impact, down to how you prompt your chatbot. They also unpack the upcoming EU AI Act, the hidden carbon cost of digital habits, and why having a decarbonisation plan is fast becoming a competitive advantage. A must-listen for any business owner serious about climate action.👉 Connect with Ning on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ning-na-51999a1b/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this conversation, Maryrose Lyons chats with Miklós Veszprémi, a sustainability strategy consultant at Boston Consulting Group and member of the World Economic Forum.Miklós shares how AI is already helping tackle climate challenges — from tracking CO₂ emissions without burning soil, to optimising energy grids, to scaling regenerative farming through satellite imagery. He also breaks down why small actions aren’t enough, and what really makes a difference when it comes to impact.A thoughtful and practical listen for anyone curious about AI's role in building a more sustainable future.Find out more about Miklós: https://miklosveszpremi.com/Follow Miklós on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/miklosveszpremi/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's episode, Maryrose Lyons of the AI Institute chats with Christopher S. Penn - data scientist, co-founder of Trust Insights, and in-demand keynote speaker. Chris breaks down how fine-tuning your website's discoverability for LLMs is the most important thing you can do right now for your SEO strategy, the window for being included in the models' training is closing. Act now. Check out Chris's post that goes into more detail on optimizing for LLMs: https://youtu.be/ThCCmTdwv8A?si=vFEAlfRWjc7JzM4oFollow Chris on LinkedIn @https://www.linkedin.com/in/cspenn/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.