The Tech Insider Podcast

Data Centers Out Of This World, with Philip Johnston (Co-Founder & CEO of Starcloud)

In this conversation, Nick Hume interviews Philip Johnston, co-founder of Starcloud, a company focused on building large data centers in space. They discuss the technological advancements that make this possible, including the significant reduction in launch costs and the innovative cooling solutions being developed. Johnston shares insights into the current projects, challenges of operating in space, and the regulatory landscape. The conversation also touches on the implications of data sovereignty and the future of AI in space-based data centers.

OCP 2024 Podcast, by NotebookLM

I thought this might be fun, a bit of a bonus episode with content from my 4-part series covering the OCP 2024 Global Summit, pulled together using Google's NotebookLM platform. Enjoy!

GTC 2025 Preview, with Ben Baldieri (Founder of The GPU)

On the eve of NVIDIA's 2025 GTC Conference, Nick Hume and Ben Baldieri dive into the evolving GPU world and its impact on digital infrastructure. They explore the challenges and opportunities in the GPU-as-a-service market, enterprise adoption trends, and the critical role of data management and compliance in AI. The conversation also covers power and cooling challenges in AI-driven data centers, the need for modular infrastructure, and the growing influence of software innovations. Finally, they discuss Nvidia’s market position, upcoming GTC announcements, and how geopolitical factors could shape the future of GPU technology.

Democratizing access to AI Insights, with Oliver King-Smith (Founder/CEO of SmartR AI)

In this episode of The Tech Insider Podcast, Nick Hume sits down with Oliver King-Smith, Founder and CEO of SmartR AI, to discuss the development of SCOTI—a powerful AI tool that democratizes data access for organizations. They explore the challenges of AI deployment, the importance of data privacy, and the evolving landscape of AI across industries like healthcare, aerospace, and government. Tune in for insights on ethical AI, the future of AI technology, and how SCOTI is transforming the way businesses utilize their data. #AI #DataPrivacy #SCOTI #SmartRAI #TechInsiderPodcast

Connecting GPU Clusters over Digital Bridges, with Tobias Hooton (CEO & Founder of Stelia)

Tobias Hooton is the Founder of Stelia, a forward-thinking startup disrupting GPU connectivity and data flow outside the data center. With a background in networking and security, Tobias has founded and exited multiple tech companies, all centered on infrastructure and connectivity innovation. Stelia is his latest venture, focused on building the underlying backbone for AI-driven computing, connecting GPU clusters across the globe. In the sixth (6th) episode of The Tech Insider Podcast, Tobias and I dive into the future of GPU clusters, the complexities of data sovereignty, and how evolving network infrastructure is enabling high-performance computing across vast distances. We also explore the growing adoption of enterprise AI and how Stelia is playing a pivotal role in this transformation. Tune in for this insightful conversation, published from the road at Yotta 2024 in Las Vegas!