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IoT & AI Leaders
Hosted by Nick Earle, Executive Chairman, Eseye · EN
IoT & AI Leaders is a podcast from Eseye that educates, predicts, and challenges what IoT can become when AI moves to the centre.
Since 2021, we’ve been sharing real-world IoT and AI stories, strategies, and trends from industry leaders. Hosted by renowned tech industry expert and market disruptor Nick Earle, our podcast boasts over 60 unmissable episodes featuring influential guests from leading brands including Microsoft, AT&T, Volvo, Amazon.
Let IoT & AI Leaders be your go-to show for insights, predictions, and big ideas on how IoT is reshaping the world of AI.
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IoT and Agentic AI Power Tomorrow’s Smart Hospitals
Oct 1600:40:08Tap to summarizeHospitals don’t run on hope—they run on data.Today’s healthcare systems are under pressure to do more with less. From equipment shortages to long wait times, inefficiencies are everywhere. But what if AI agents could fix them in real time?In this episode, we explore how a new class of IoT-driven intelligence is transforming hospital operations from the inside out. You’ll hear how real-time data and agentic AI are reshaping healthcare by:Turning physical spaces into connected, trackable ecosystemsAutomating maintenance, cleaning, and resource allocationReducing wait times through dynamic workflow updatesEnhancing patient safety with predictive monitoringEnabling cross-hospital benchmarking with live KPIsTune in to see what happens when hospitals start operating like production lines—with smarter outcomes.Show Links· Follow Dr. Burak Bardak at Borda Technology on LinkedIn· Follow Nick Earle on LinkedIn· Follow Eseye on LinkedIn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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From Shark Tank to Smart Home Game-Changer
Sep 300:32:39Tap to summarizeThe kitchen is the home's heart—but also its greatest fire risk.In this IoT Leaders episode, Nick Earle explores how technology can make cooking safer without changing how people cook. Unattended stoves remain the top cause of house fires, but smart retrofits and better standards promise a shift from reactive to proactive safety.Akshita Iyer explains how smarter knobs, automation, and data-driven monitoring can reduce risk, while US industry standards like UL push manufacturers toward built-in solutions. They also discuss the role of AI and device integration in the connected home.In this episode, you'll learn:Why unattended cooking is the top fire riskRetrofitting existing appliances for smart safetyHow UL standards can drive industry changeUsing data and AI to spot risky patternsBuilding seamless connections with the Matter protocolTune in to hear how safety is becoming standard in the smart home.Show Links· Follow Akshita Iyer on LinkedIn· Follow Nick Earle on LinkedIn· Follow Eseye on LinkedIn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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eSIM Orchestration: The Next Wave of IoT
Aug 6, 202500:47:44Tap to summarizeThe next wave of IoT connectivity is here. Enter eSIM orchestration.In this episode, Eseye Executive Chairman Nick Earle is joined for a third time by Matt Hatton, Founding Partner and Analyst of Transforma Insights, to explore the market forces driving this shift.The rise of eSIM technology specifications like SGP.32 offers more flexibility, but it also brings greater fragmentation. Enterprises now face a tangled web of regulations, latency constraints, and diverging network standards across the globe.That's where eSIM orchestration comes in. Matt explains why a new orchestration layer is emerging—not just to simplify profile management, but to unify billing, compliance, and connectivity in a single managed service. Without it, global IoT remains a patchwork of complexity and compromise.In this episode, you'll learn:- What's driving the shift from roaming to eSIM orchestration- Why eSIM orchestration fills the gap between flexibility and reality- What it takes to deliver true global IoT at scaleWhether you're in telecoms, product development, or enterprise IoT strategy, this episode offers a clear view into what's changing, why it matters, and how orchestration might be the missing piece. Show Links· Read the whitepaper discussed in this episode: eSIM Orchestration: Driving the Next Wave of IoT Connectivity· Follow Matt Hatton on LinkedIn· Follow Nick Earle on LinkedIn· Follow Eseye on LinkedIn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Connecting Everything, Inside Volvo's Massive IoT Strategy
Jul 9, 202500:39:10Tap to summarizeMost industrial IoT deployments struggle with the same challenge: dozens of pilot projects that never reach production scale.Volvo Group broke this cycle with a strategic transformation connecting hundreds of millions of assets across 140 factories worldwide. The secret wasn't just technology — it was organizational change that unified scattered efforts into production-scale success.Volvo Group IoT Expert Julien Bertolini joins the podcast to share insights from one of the world's largest industrial IoT deployments, including:How to escape pilot purgatory and scale from prototypes to productionWhy multi-technology approaches are essential for industrial environmentsBuilding IoT communities and citizen development strategiesReal-world use cases from AGV predictive maintenance to massive asset trackingWhy quality IoT data is the foundation that makes AI actually workThe convergence of IoT and AI for competitive advantageTune in to hear how strategic IoT transformation unlocks AI potential at an industrial scale.Show Links· Follow Julien Bertolini on LinkedIn· Follow Nick Earle on LinkedIn· Follow Eseye on LinkedIn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Why Global IoT Is Outgrowing Roaming—and Fast
Jun 4, 202500:43:53Tap to summarizeThe IoT industry is at a turning point.Fragmentation has exposed deep cracks in connectivity models, while 5G promises speeds that legacy frameworks simply can't handle. However, a solution may lie in rethinking how IoT connections work.In this episode, Lee Walkey, a seasoned IoT expert, joins Nick Earle to explore the roadblocks and realities of building scalable IoT networks. They discuss:Why traditional roaming can't support global IoT deploymentsHow commercial incentives and outdated models hold back progressThe need for a federated approach to achieve out-of-the-box IoT connectivityNick and Lee reveal how an airline-style federation of operators, combined with SaaS-based platforms, offers a way forward. They also explore how this shift could change the IoT sector as 5G expands.Tune in to learn why it's time to move beyond roaming, rethink connectivity, and build the future of IoT.Show Links· Follow Lee Walkey on LinkedIn· Follow Nick Earle on LinkedIn· Follow Eseye on LinkedIn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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How AT&T is Mastering Global IoT
Mar 26, 202500:32:07Tap to summarizeGlobal IoT connectivity stands at a transformative crossroads. The traditional model of operator-specific SIMs and roaming agreements no longer meets the demands of modern IoT deployments. A new paradigm is emerging, driven by the need for true global connectivity and localization.Mike Van Horn, AT&T’s Area Vice President, Product Development & Management, Internet of Things, joins the podcast to discuss how eSIM orchestration and federated localization are reshaping IoT connectivity. Mike explores the evolution from traditional roaming to automated eSIM management, the importance of device expertise, and why localization matters more than ever. The conversation delves into key topics, including:How eSIM orchestration enables global deploymentsWhat AT&T and Eseye’s announcement at MWC25 meansThe purpose and benefits of AT&T’s Global SIM Advanced solutionWhy device optimization remains criticalThis episode examines the future of IoT connectivity and how eSIM orchestration and embedded advanced automation rules will drive the next wave of IoT connectivity innovation. Tune in to understand the technology transforming global IoT deployments.Show Links· Follow Mike Van Horn on LinkedIn· Follow Nick Earle on LinkedIn· Follow Eseye on LinkedIn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →The Intelligent Edge: AI's Impact on IoT Architecture
Feb 12, 202500:39:27Tap to summarizeAs artificial intelligence transforms industries, IoT implementation faces both opportunities and challenges. This episode explores how AI is being integrated into IoT solutions across different architectural layers, from edge processing to cloud analytics.Nick Earle sits down with Simon Maselli, CEO and founder of Minnovation Technologies, to discuss real-world applications of AI in IoT deployments.The different types of AI and their practical applications in IoT How AI is being implemented across edge, cloud, and application layers Real-world case studies of AI-powered IoT solutions The future of data science and AI in industrial applications Practical advice for companies starting their AI journey in IoTShow Links· Follow Simon Maselli on LinkedIn· Follow Nick Earle on LinkedIn· Follow Eseye on LinkedIn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Three IoT Predictions for 2025 and Beyond
Jan 15, 202500:46:11Tap to summarizeThe IoT industry is undergoing major changes as mobile network operators (MNOs) confront declining profits and shifting global demands. NB-IoT, once a promising technology, is now being phased out by key players, while AIoT is gaining traction as a transformative force in the industry.Nick Earle sits down with Ian Marsden, CTO and Co-Founder of Eseye, to dive into the trends shaping IoT in 2025. Our fiftieth episode explores:How MNOs can adapt through federated localization and smarter connectivity platforms.The decline of NB-IoT and why operators are moving toward alternative technologies.The rise of AIoT and its potential to transform IoT deployments.Why integrating network-level intelligence is crucial for AI-driven IoT success.What businesses can do now to stay ahead in a rapidly changing IoT landscape.Tune in to hear Nick and Ian’s expert insights and get practical advice for navigating IoT’s next chapter.Show Links· Get your copy of the 2025 IoT and Telecom Predictions Report· Follow Ian Marsden on LinkedIn· Follow Nick Earle on LinkedIn· Follow Eseye on LinkedIn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →The Next IoT Frontier: Satellite Meets Cellular
Nov 27, 202400:44:35Tap to summarizeSatellite networks are revolutionizing how IoT devices stay connected in remote and underserved areas. In this episode, we explore the transformative power of Low Earth Orbit (LEO) NB-IoT satellites and open standards with Sateliot CTO and Co-Founder Marco Guadalupi. Discover how Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTN) and agnostic multi-RAT connectivity, powered by the new 3GPP Release 17 (Rel.17) standard, are unlocking innovative IoT use cases across industries, from smart agriculture to disaster recovery.· The advantages of Low Earth Orbit (LEO) 5G / NB-IoT satellites for reducing latency and improving connectivity.· How open standards eliminate vendor lock-in, ensuring flexibility and scalability for IoT deployments.· Eseye and Sateliot's new partnership to integrate satellite and terrestrial connectivity.· Real-world applications of satellite IoT in industries like logistics, agriculture, and disaster recovery.Join us to uncover the key advancements, challenges, and opportunities shaping the future of global IoT connectivity.Show Links· Follow Marco Guadalupi on LinkedIn· Follow Nick Earle on LinkedIn· Follow Eseye on LinkedIn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Transcribe →Brazil Special: AI, IoT, and the Future of Vehicle Tracking
Oct 30, 202400:29:16Tap to summarizeHow do you track 40,000 vehicles across Brazil’s patchy mobile networks without losing connection? In this episode of IoT Leaders, Link Monitoramento Head Franchisee Relationship Analyst Mirella Ishida Cruz joins Managing Director of Eseye Brazil Ana Carolina Bussab to discuss:· The challenges of maintaining reliable connectivity across Brazil· Eseye's multi-operator SIM technology and its impact on vehicle tracking· How Link Monitoramento's franchise model enhances personalized services· The growing role of video monitoring for driver safety and accident prevention· Future IoT developments — including AI integration — for tracking and monitoringTune in to this special Portuguese episode to learn how IoT is transforming vehicle tracking and improving business operations across the board in Brazil.Show Links· Follow Mirella Ishida Cruz on LinkedIn· Follow Ana Carolina Bussab on LinkedIn· Follow Eseye on LinkedIn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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