What does the future of AI sound like? In this special year-end episode of Data-powered Innovation Jam, we riff on seven bold predictions for 2026, from security-first AI and multi-agent ecosystems to industry-native intelligence and even synthetic curiosity. Join hosts Ron Tolido and Robert Engels as they jam with thought leaders on trends that will reshape enterprises: vision-language-action models, human-centric skills, ethical recalibration, and more. Expect insights, metaphors, and a dash of rock-and-roll as we explore how data and AI will set the rhythm for the year ahead. Because in a world of code and control, there’s still room for improvisation.
Tune in and save the predictions to match how many actually come true in 2026
Time stamps
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00:30 ] - Ron and Robert talking about Matrix, Agent Smith and bass players
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04:21 ] - Introducing this special episode around looking in the crystal ball for 2026
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05:55 ] - Skynet: Sorry, You Must Stay Outside - Security takes the driver’s seat in AI innovation. By Arne Rossmann
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11:13 ] - Rise of the Enterprise VLAs - When AI stops reading and starts understanding the world. By Dinand Tinholt
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17:17 ] - The 2026 Mandate: Re-Centering Human Skills - Rediscovering what machines still can’t do. By Liz Henderson
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24:11 ] - The League of Autonomous Agents - When AI stops assisting and starts collaborating. By Monish Suri
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33:56 ] - Verticalization - From general-purpose AI to industry-native intelligence. By Yash Sowale
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38:28 ] - The Rise of Synthetic Curiosity: When AI stops answering and starts asking. By GPT-5
What is Data-powered Innovation Jam ?
Are you on top of the latest innovations in data, analytics, and AI? With data being pivotal to strategy and change, the Data-powered Innovation Jam podcast gives you the key to some of the most crucial aspects of business success. Through our guests, we bring you the latest trends from the world of data and AI, discussing the best ideas and experiences. Our hosts with their decades of profound experience and a background in avant-garde music, will also explore the edges of jazz, rock, and pop - making it as groovy as data and AI. Delve into diverse topics like space data, ethical GenAI, autonomous intelligence, data mesh, virtual twins, climate tech, autonomous enterprises, and sustainability. Tune in now to get insights on creating value from data for your business transformation. Let’s explore the fascinating intersection of data, technology, creativity, and change. One thing is certain - we’ll be jamming in every episode!
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