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Radar - by nexxworks: Agents, Trillions, and the Pull-Shaped Future

In this episode, the hosts discuss Pascal's upcoming book on China's future innovations, insights from a recent trip to Silicon Valley, and the geopolitical implications of the Nexperia case. They explore the significance of rare earth materials in global trade dynamics and the evolving landscape of personalisation in marketing driven by AI technologies. The conversation highlights the resurgence of enthusiasm in Silicon Valley, the challenges posed by geopolitical tensions, and the need for companies to adapt to a rapidly changing market.

 

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Radar – by nexxworks: Leadership in a Disclaimer Society

In this month’s Radar conversation, Peter Hinssen, Pascal Coppens and Steven Van Belleghem look beyond the headlines of artificial intelligence to the deeper shifts shaping leadership.

They share how a simple keynote sparked doubts about whether real videos were AI generated and what that says about leading in a disclaimer society where trust must be earned, not assumed. They explore Alex Karp’s claim that innovation has barely advanced since the 1970s apart from AI, and challenge leaders to direct this one true breakthrough toward problems that matter.

The trio also discuss why people with the least knowledge of AI adopt it fastest, the bold scale of China’s national AI+ plan, and how customer expectations of “smart” experiences are outpacing what many companies deliver.

 

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Radar – by nexxworks: Never Normal Heroes –The New Rules of Leadership

In this Never Normal Heroes debut, Peter Hinssen and Frederik Anseel, Dean of Sydney Business School and professor of leadership, dive into the impact of AI, geopolitical turbulence and rapid digital disruption on the way organizations prepare for change.

Frederik explains why traditional forecasting and annual budgets no longer work, and why leaders must build collective capability, strengthen social skills, and develop the courage to act without perfect information.

He calls it “running in the fog”—building the muscle to anticipate, adapt and stay resilient while the world shifts around you.

They look at everything from the future of higher education to the rise of adaptive leadership, offering a clear, grounded take on how leaders can stay resilient and move forward in an age of constant uncertainty.

 

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Radar – by nexxworks: Acquisitions, Uncertainty & the Ghosts of COVID

Peter shares a first look at his new book, The Uncertainty Principle — all about leading through chaos and constant change.

The team digs into Meta’s $15B move to grab top AI talent from Scale AI — and what that says about the new power plays in Silicon Valley.

Pascal breaks down the growing tension around Chinese talent in US tech, and how student visa crackdowns could spark a reverse brain drain.

Meanwhile, Steven gets into Barbie teaming up with OpenAI, why Apple might be slipping behind, and how post-COVID habits are still reshaping how we shop, trust, and connect.

It’s a fast-paced episode full of bold takes, unexpected turns, and just the right amount of chaos.

 

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Radar – by nexxworks: Starlink Skies, AI Companions & China’s Race for Digital Dominance

This week on Radar – by nexxworks, your favourite digital musketeers – Peter, Steven, and Pascal – return with a whirlwind of updates, hot takes, and tech-fueled banter.

Peter’s teasing a new book. Steven's been nerding out on Starlink beaming Wi-Fi into planes (goodbye in-flight boredom!). And Pascal? Let’s just say he’s got thoughts – big thoughts – on China’s AI game.

From robotic marathons to AI therapists with boundary issues, the trio dives deep into the wild, weird, and world-changing shifts in tech. They break down:

• How China’s AI strategy is out-iterating the West

• Why shopping with OpenAI could make impulse buying dangerously easy

• The rise of AI companions (Meta’s Llama gets compared to Dieselgate – yes, really)

• What the US–China tech race means for your next online ad

• And why AR shopping in China is so much more than gimmicky filters

Toss in a few zingers, a surprising take on yearly AI reviews (should ChatGPT get a performance appraisal?), and reflections on the future of AI scientists vs. human creativity, and you've got a spicy episode not to miss.

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Radar - by nexxworks: Agentic AI, China's Super Apps & The End of Average

Peter’s back from Boston, Pascal’s gearing up for a new China tour, and Steven shares inspiration from Seth Godin. In this episode, we talk about the real stories behind AI, why Mi Xue is the BYD of fast food, and what happens when Microsoft and OpenAI hit turbulence.

 

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Radar - by nexxworks: $200B for AI, China’s Robot Race & Super Bowl’s Best Ads

Europe is throwing big money at AI—will it pay off? Steven, Pascal, and Peter break down the AI Summit in Paris and the $200B data center gamble. Meanwhile, China’s AI comeback is heating up—Jack Ma is back, humanoid robots are making moves, and the race is on. Plus, a look at the biggest hits (and flops) from this year’s Super Bowl ads, and what it all says about marketing’s future.

 

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Radar - by nexxworks: TikTok’s Ban, The Thermomix Strategy, and Tech’s Trump-Era Shift

In this episode of Radar by nexxworks, Steven van Belleghem, Pascal Coppens, and Peter Hinssen unpack the TikTok ban and its surprising aftermath, a groundbreaking move in AI by DeepSeek, the unexpected marketing lessons from a kitchen gadget, and how politics is steering big tech in new directions.

 

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Radar - by nexxworks: War Tech, AI Ads, and China’s Flying Taxis + What’s Coming in 2025?

2024 has been packed with surprises—AI in advertising, the race for self-driving cars, and China’s growing tech dominance. But what does all this mean for 2025? In this episode, we’re breaking down the future of transportation, the changing face of customer service, and China’s relentless push to be the tech leader of the world. This is your guide to the tech trends you’ll need to watch.

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Radar - by nexxworks: South Korea’s Global Influence, Tech Leadership & More

In this latest Radar Podcast episode, Steven Van Belleghem, Peter Hinssen, and Pascal Coppens take a deep dive into the factors shaping South Korea’s rise as a tech and cultural leader, the complex relationship between the US and China, and the potential global implications of the US Elections 2024.

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