The Influencers: Digital Transformation

AI, Regulation, and Europe's Innovation Challenge with Sophie Sohm, Meta

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 06:35:06 -0400

In this episode of The Influencers, Sophie Sohm, Privacy and Data Policy Manager at Meta, joins host Leo von Gerlach to explore the future of AI regulation in Europe. As governments race to establish guardrails for emerging technologies, Sophie argues that the biggest challenge is not the technology itself, but creating clear, practical rules that allow innovation to thrive. From AI adoption to regulatory reform, she explains what Europe must get right to remain competitive.

About Sophie Sohm: At Meta, Sophie helps navigate the intersection of AI, privacy, and digital regulation in Europe. Previously with the European Parliament, she brings a policy-focused perspective to some of the most important technology debates shaping innovation today. Sophie also founded the German-speaking chapter of the Women in Security and Privacy (WISP) Network.

About Hogan Lovells Cadwalader: Our Digital Transformation offering helps clients navigate the full breadth and depth of the seismic forces impacting their organizations – and today’s society. Leveraging team members across our 3200 lawyers on six continents, we provide integrated advice on the multifaceted regulatory, governance and enforcement issues and risks that arise across the many technologies and trends that comprise the new digital future.

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AI adoption is outpacing organizational capability

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 09:00:00 -0400

In this episode of The Influencers, digital marketing and transformation advisor Steven Golus joins host Leo von Gerlach to examine what is really holding organizations back from getting value out of AI. Across global media and technology businesses, teams are experimenting, but very few are integrating AI in a way that changes how they operate or compete.

From low leadership fluency to unclear ownership, Steven shows how the barriers are practical, not technical. Those moving ahead are embedding AI into how work gets done, focusing on high-impact use cases, and building real capability across teams. If you want to understand how to move from interest to execution, this conversation shows what it takes.

About Steven Golus: Steven Golus brings over 25 years’ experience across leading digital advertising platforms including Google, DoubleClick, DataXu, and x+1. Today, he advises and trains global media and marketing teams on how to operationalize digital and AI in practice, from programmatic and data to measurement and streaming. Learn more at stevengolus.com.

AI disputes are here. Are you ready?

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400

AI disputes are moving from theory to reality. In this episode of The Influencers, partners Morten Petersenn and PJ Kaur take host Leo von Gerlach inside a fast-evolving litigation landscape where copyright, data, and AI collide across Europe and APAC. As generative AI scales, disputes now cut across multiple risk areas, from deepfakes and platform liability to data protection and personality rights, all shaped by fragmented and fast-changing rules across jurisdictions.

With that complexity comes a clear shift in approach. Leading organizations are not trying to eliminate AI risk, they are managing it. That means understanding the AI supply chain, building defensible governance around data and models, and preparing for disputes before they arise. If you want a clear view of where AI litigation is heading and what practical steps matter now, this is a conversation worth listening to.

Why data centers are the next big risk battleground with Andi Brocks, Amazon Web Services

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Data centers are fast becoming the defining infrastructure story of the AI economy. In this episode of The Influencers, Andi Brocks of Amazon Web Services takes co-hosts Karishma Paroha from Hogan Lovells and Tom Hughes from the IUA inside a global build‑out reshaping how businesses operate and scale. As demand for AI and cloud accelerates, data centers are no longer just technical assets, they are critical infrastructure powering everything from financial services to healthcare.

But with that scale comes a new class of risk. From power constraints and supply chain pressure to systemic outages, fire exposure and evolving ESG demands, the conversation unpacks where organizations and insurers need to focus now. It also highlights a generational opportunity, as new data, new assets and new collaboration models redefine how risk is understood and priced. If you want a clear view of how digital infrastructure is transforming both resilience and value, this is a conversation worth listening to.

About Amazon Web Services: Amazon Web Services (AWS) is a leading cloud computing provider, offering a broad range of infrastructure, data storage, analytics and artificial intelligence capabilities that power businesses worldwide. Operating a global network of data centers, AWS enables organizations to scale quickly, improve resilience and accelerate innovation through secure, high‑performance digital infrastructure.

About the International Underwriting Association of London: The International Underwriting Association of London (IUA) is the representative body for companies in London providing international and wholesale insurance and reinsurance coverage. Its mission statement is to secure an optimal trading environment for London insurance companies. 

Every business is becoming a technology business: what legal teams need to get right now

Wed, 20 May 2026 04:35:46 -0400

Digital transformation is no longer a specialist issue. It is reshaping every business, including sectors that have traditionally moved more slowly. For legal teams, that shift brings a new set of expectations and a new level of scrutiny around risk, decisions, and execution.

In this episode, Hogan Lovells partners and co-leads of our Future of Digitalization initiative Louise Crawford and Vassi Iliadis discuss with host Leo von Gerlach how those expectations are playing out in practice. From fast-moving AI developments to evolving litigation risk, they explore how legal issues are emerging, overlapping, and being tested in real time.

The conversation focuses on what actually matters for decision-makers navigating digital change, including which choices need to be made now and where the real risks sit if you get it wrong. They also discuss how organizations can respond, building the confidence to engage with digital issues and connect expertise across the business. As every business becomes a technology business, getting those decisions right matters more than ever.

Building legal AI that lawyers can trust with Alexander Kardos Nyheim, Thomson Reuters

Wed, 06 May 2026 09:00:00 -0400

Law and legal services are among the toughest tests for artificial intelligence. In this episode of The Influencers, Alexander Kardos Nyheim joins Leo von Gerlach to discuss why legal work demands AI models that are pre-trained differently on top of their general‑purpose abilities.

Drawing on his experience founding Safe Sign Technologies and now leading machine learning research at Thomson Reuters, Alexander explains why general purpose AI’s emphasis on fluency is no proper match for the finesse of legal drafting. He explores the importance of domain‑specific training, authoritative legal data, and models grounded in legal reasoning rather than surface‑level coherence. From the role of foundational models to the future of legal‑specific AI, this conversation offers practical insight for anyone navigating the adoption of AI in legal practice.

About Thomson Reuters: Thomson Reuters is an AI and technology company empowering professionals with trusted content and workflow automation to know now and navigate what’s next

What tomorrow’s risk leaders need to succeed with Diane Maxwell, Airmic

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0400

Risk leaders are being asked to make bigger decisions, faster, with less certainty than ever before. Diane Maxwell, CEO of Airmic, joins Karishma Paroha and Tom Hughes in this episode of The Influencers to reflect on what that reality means for the future of risk management and insurance. From cyber threats and AI to quantum computing and systemic risk, Diane explores why technology is both a solution and a source of new uncertainty. She shares where risk tech is genuinely adding value today, why adoption often lags behind ambition, and why curiosity, humility and the confidence to say “I don’t know” are becoming essential leadership traits. A thoughtful conversation for anyone navigating risk, resilience and decision‑making in a rapidly changing world.

About Airmic: Airmic is the UK’s leading association for risk management professionals, supporting a broad membership across sectors including retail, energy, automotive, food and hospitality. The organisation works with insurers and industry partners to strengthen financial and business resilience, advance professional capability and help members navigate an increasingly complex risk landscape shaped by technology, data and systemic change.

Listening to the ocean: AI, acoustics, and the future of tsunami warning with Dr Usama Kadri

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0400

The ocean sends signals long before a tsunami reaches land. In this episode of The Influencers, Dr Usama Kadri, reader in applied mathematics at Cardiff University, explains how scientists are finally learning how to listen. Drawing on his pioneering work with acoustic gravity waves and physics‑informed AI, Dr Kadri shares how real‑time sound data from the ocean could transform tsunami early warning systems. The discussion moves from the limits of seismic and buoy‑based forecasting to the practical benefits of faster detection, fewer false alarms and more targeted evacuations. With implications for governments, emergency responders and insurers alike, this conversation shows how advanced science, when paired with AI and collaboration, can move from theory to life‑saving impact.

About Dr Usama Kadri: Dr Usama Kadri is a reader in applied mathematics at Cardiff University and an engineer whose work sits at the intersection of mathematics, engineering and ocean science. His world‑leading research focuses on acoustic gravity waves and the use of physics‑informed AI to improve tsunami detection and early warning systems. By combining analytical models with real‑time ocean data, Dr Kadri’s work aims to deliver faster, more accurate forecasts, reduce false alarms and ultimately save lives through better disaster preparedness.

Stablecoins beyond the hype: what institutions need to know with Luke Kovic, Applied Blockchain

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -0400

We’re kicking off a three-episode special miniseries of The Influencers focused on the intersection of insurance and digital with a spotlight on stablecoins and their growing role as financial infrastructure. Karishma Paroha of Hogan Lovells and Tom Hughes of the International Underwriting Association of London are joined by Luke Kovic of Applied Blockchain to unpack how stablecoins are moving from crypto markets into payments, treasury management, and institutional finance. The discussion explores where real value is emerging, what makes a stablecoin resilient, and why governance, regulation, and risk management will determine whether this technology can scale with confidence.

About Applied Blockchain: Applied Blockchain is a blockchain development studio specializing in building enterprise-grade blockchain and privacy solutions for real-world use. Founded in London in 2015, the company works with global organizations to move blockchain from experimentation into secure, scalable financial and operational infrastructure, with a particular focus on stablecoins, digital assets, and regulated environments. Applied Blockchain is known for its deep engineering expertise and its work at the intersection of technology, finance, and governance.

About Hogan Lovells: Our Digital Transformation offering helps clients navigate the full breadth and depth of the seismic forces impacting their organizations – and today’s society. Leveraging team members across our 2800 lawyers on six continents, we provide integrated advice on the multifaceted regulatory, governance and enforcement issues and risks that arise across the many technologies and trends that comprise the new digital future. For anyone who wants to explore the themes we’ve discussed today with Luke, from stablecoins and digital infrastructure to risk and insurance, the DAB Hub is a one stop resource. You can sign up there to receive ongoing insights and thought leadership.

AI, ESG, and Ethics: Building Responsible Systems for a Transforming World I Part 2

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -0400

In part two of our conversation on AI, ESG, and ethics, the discussion between Hogan Lovells Global Head of ESG Adrian Walker and Sustainable Finance Co-Head Rita Hunter with host Leo von Gerlach the conversation goes deeper and reveals how governments, regulators, and global corporations are racing to keep pace with AI’s rapid rise. Discover what is truly at stake as policy, politics, and emerging technologies intersect, and learn how companies can turn strong governance into a strategic advantage. If you’re thinking about the future of responsible innovation, this is an episode you will not want to miss.

AI, ESG, and Ethics: Building Responsible Systems for a Transforming World I Part 1

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 09:00:00 -0500

Step inside a conversation that is shaping the future of sustainability in our two-part series on AI, ESG, and ethics. In this first episode, Hogan Lovells Global Head of ESG Adrian Walker and Sustainable Finance Co-Head Rita Hunter, along with host Leo von Gerlach, explore how AI is colliding with and accelerating the biggest issues in ESG, from climate innovation to human‑centric governance. If you have wondered whether AI is a catalyst for progress or a new source of risk, this episode invites you to rethink how these forces can work together.

AI Adoption in Legal: A roadmap for 2026 with Sebastian Lach, CEO of ELTEMATE

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 02:00:00 -0500

In this candid episode of The Influencers, Sebastian Lach, CEO of ELTEMATE, joins host Leo von Gerlach to break down the actual state of legal tech in 2025–26. From short, medium, and long verticals to the hard grind of data structuring, Sebastian explains how legal teams are moving from experimentation to true adoption, and why the winners will be the ones who invest in the foundations, not the flash. This thoughtful and pragmatic episode gives leaders a clear picture of where AI is really going in the legal market, and what it will take to get ahead.

About ELTEMATE: ELTEMATE’s goal is to make clients’ lives easier by delivering practical solutions to everyday legal tech problems. They combine a deep understanding of clients' legal needs with the speed and innovation of a legal tech start-up, with a portfolio that covers a large spectrum of solutions, including generative AI, machine learning, eDiscovery, and much more.

About Hogan Lovells: Our Digital Transformation offering helps clients navigate the full breadth and depth of the seismic forces impacting their organizations – and today’s society. Leveraging team members across our 2800 lawyers on six continents, we provide integrated advice on the multifaceted regulatory, governance and enforcement issues and risks that arise across the many technologies and trends that comprise the new digital future.

The new AI powerhouse: How Asia’s innovation is reshaping global business

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 18:00:00 -0500

In this episode of The Influencers, Hogan Lovells partners Tommy Liu and Byron Phillips, along with host Leo von Gerlach, unpack how Asia—particularly China, Singapore, and South Korea—is rapidly shaping the global AI race through accelerated innovation, regulatory ambition, and strategic public–private investment. They explore what this means for legal teams navigating complex cross‑border compliance, intellectual property challenges, data governance, and emerging AI liability frameworks. Their conversation offers actionable insights for businesses operating in or entering the region—and for lawyers who must stay ahead of fast‑moving risks and opportunities.

How retailers are navigating AI risks and rewards with Caroline Reppert, National Retail Federation

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 02:00:00 -0500

In this episode of The Influencers: Digital Transformation, Caroline Reppert, Senior Director for AI and Technology Policy at the National Retail Federation, joins Leo von Gerlach to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping retail. From customer service chatbots and fraud prevention to supply chain optimization and workforce empowerment, Caroline shares how retailers of all sizes are navigating opportunities and risks. She dives into pressing issues like transparency, cybersecurity, and policymaking, offering a candid look at how businesses can balance innovation with consumer trust.

About the National Retail Federation: The National Retail Federation (NRF) is the world's largest retail trade association, serving as the leading voice for all retail formats and channels in the U.S., advocating for policies, providing research, hosting major events like "Retail's Big Show, and offering education to support the vital retail industry that employs millions. Founded in 1911, NRF focuses on issues like tariffs, labor, technology, and consumer trends, helping retailers navigate challenges and driving economic growth through advocacy and resources.

Inside the AI Bubble: What’s Real, What’s Noise, and What’s Next With SAP Signavio

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 18:00:00 -0500

In this episode of The Influencers, host Leo von Gerlach sits down with Lukas N P Egger, VP of Product Strategy & Innovation at SAP Signavio, for a wide-ranging conversation on the realities behind today’s AI “bubble,” the shifting economics of innovation, and what leaders must rethink as AI transforms every layer of business. Lukas unpacks why organizations often fail in their AI implementations, how to avoid “peacocking,” and why lowering the cost of failure is foundational to real transformation. It’s a candid, strategy-rich discussion that reframes hype, cuts through noise, and offers clear direction for leaders navigating AI-driven change.

About Lukas N.P. Egger: As the VP of Product Strategy and Innovation at SAP Signavio, he leads cutting-edge AI initiatives, de-risks ambitious projects, and drives product discovery to create transformative solutions, with a focus on integrating AI strategy into core operations, building high-performing teams, and fostering a culture of innovation. Learn more about Lukas here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lukas-np-egger/

When Your “CEO” Is a Deepfake: Navigating Cyber Attacks in the Age of AI

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 02:00:00 -0500

In this episode of The Influencers, host Leo von Gerlach sits down with Hogan Lovells partners Joke Bodewits and Paul Otto to explore how AI is reshaping the cyber-attack landscape—strengthening defensive tools while also enabling more convincing phishing, deepfakes, and other sophisticated attacks. They unpack the legal, regulatory, and operational challenges facing global companies, from NIS2 and DORA obligations to ransom decision-making and cross-border data hurdles. Filled with practical insight from front-line advisors, the conversation offers clear guidance for organizations aiming to elevate their cyber readiness in an AI-accelerated environment.

About Hogan Lovells: Our Digital Transformation offering helps clients navigate the full breadth and depth of the seismic forces impacting their organizations – and today’s society. Leveraging team members across our 2800 lawyers on six continents, we provide integrated advice on the multifaceted regulatory, governance and enforcement issues and risks that arise across the many technologies and trends that comprise the new digital future.

AI for In-House Lawyers: How to Scale, Save Time, and Stay in Control with Lucy Tyrrell of Wordsmith AI

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 18:00:00 -0500

In this episode of The Influencers, our host Leo von Gerlach speaks with Lucy Tyrrell, General Counsel at Wordsmith AI, about how AI-native platforms are transforming the daily realities of corporate legal departments. They discuss practical ways in-house teams can automate contract review, manage knowledge, and scale effectively without losing control of risk. Whether you’re a sole GC or leading a large legal team, this conversation offers clear takeaways on integrating AI to work smarter and free up time for more strategic work.

About Wordsmith AI: Wordsmith AI develops AI tools for legal teams to automate workflows, including pre-financing due diligence, contract risk analysis, and compliance audits. Follow the link: https://wordsmith.ai/

Steering through the Global Race for AI Supremacy - Explained by Hogan Lovells Partners Charmian Aw and Mark Brennan

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 02:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Mark Brennan and Charmian Aw join host Leo von Gerlach to explore how clients can navigate the rapidly evolving geopolitical tensions around the development of AI & data technology. The conversation spans the global “AI race,” the balance between innovation and regulation, and how multinational businesses can build smart, scalable compliance strategies amid diverging global frameworks. From Charmian’s “calibrate and enable” approach to Mark’s insights on governance, benchmarking, and policy clarity, this episode offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at how leading lawyers are helping clients innovate responsibly across jurisdictions.

Inside Washington’s Crypto Pivot: Senator Kyrsten Sinema in conversation with Global Digital Finance’s Elise Soucie Watts

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 18:00:00 -0400

In this special edition of The Influencers, recorded live at Hogan Lovells’ Digital Assets and Blockchain Summit, Elise Soucie Watts, Executive Director at Global Digital Finance, speaks with Senator Kyrsten Sinema about the dramatic shift in U.S. digital-asset policy under the new administration. Together they explore the transition from regulation-by-enforcement to a coordinated legislative and rulemaking framework anchored by the Genius and Clarity Acts—and what it means for market structure, bipartisan politics, and global alignment. For in-house counsel, this episode offers a rare insider’s view of how Washington is shaping the future of crypto, fintech, and financial-market regulation.

About the Digital Assets Summit: Every Fall, we gather policymakers and industry leaders to attend our annual summit on digital assets and tokenization, held in partnership with Global Digital Finance, a non-profit whose mission is to promote and underpin the greater adoption of market standards for the use of crypto and digital assets.

Inside Meta: How Mixed Signals from Regulators Impact AI and Business

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 18:00:00 -0400

In this episode of The Influencers, Meta’s Ania Helseth joins Hogan Lovells’ Leo von Gerlach to talk candidly about Europe’s fast-moving AI regulatory landscape. From the AI Act to the EU’s code of practice, she explains why a patchwork of rules and signals is making it “really difficult to start launching new products when you don’t really know what rules apply to you.” For in-house lawyers and business leaders, it’s a rare inside view on how regulation is shaping innovation - and what to watch next.

About Meta: Meta Platforms, Inc. is a multinational technology conglomerate known for its social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, and WhatsApp, and its development of virtual and augmented reality technologies through its Reality Labs segment.

AI & American health: What’s changing now?

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 01:00:00 -0400

In this new feature of The Influencers, we turn the spotlight on our own Hogan Lovells partners for the first time. Melissa Bianchi and Cybil Roehrenbeck join Leo von Gerlach to unpack how U.S. federal AI initiatives are reshaping healthcare. They explore the government’s digital health ecosystem, the CMS interoperability framework, and the balance between innovation and privacy. This episode delivers practical insights into both the regulatory hurdles and the business opportunities in the fast-evolving world of AI in healthcare.

AI Agents & the Future of Legal Work: Lessons from Salesforce with Ed Britan

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 01:00:00 -0400

In this episode of The Influencers, Edward Britan, Senior Vice President at Salesforce, discusses with Hogan Lovells host Leo von Gerlach how AI agents are transforming privacy, governance, and the way legal teams work. He explains how Salesforce builds trust with customers through rigorous AI governance processes, close collaboration with regulators, and a focus on high-quality data. For in-house counsel, Britan offers practical insights on establishing guardrails, integrating AI into compliance programs, and preparing teams for a future where human judgment and AI capabilities work hand-in-hand.

About Salesforce: Salesforce is the leading AI CRM, where humans with agents drive customer success together with AI, data, and Customer 360 apps on one unified platform.

Governing Digital Transformation: Lessons from the UK House of Lords with Lord Kulveer Ranger

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 18:00:00 -0400

In this episode of The Influencers, Lord Kulveer Ranger, member of the UK House of Lords offers advice for leaders in government and business to navigate the accelerating pace of digital transformation. In conversation with Hogan Lovells host Leo von Gerlach, he shares lessons on how legal teams can collaborate more effectively with technologists, avoid common pitfalls in tech-driven change, and ensure innovation benefits the whole organization—not just a select few. For anyone facing complex decisions around tech adoption, governance, and risk, this is a must-listen.

About Lord Ranger: Lord Kulveer Ranger is a technology and transport visionary, who has worked, advised, invested and led across the digital ecosystem of startups & scale ups, policy and trade bodies, government and global firms. He is a member of the House of Lord and an expert in strategic communications. Learn more at https://www.kulveerranger.com/

A special note: our influencers are taking some downtime this summer, so we are too. The Influencers will return 3 September 2025 for our fourth season of conversations with some of the most interesting and compelling voices working at the intersection of law, business, and technology.

From Hype to Value: Making AI Work in the Real Economy with Christian Temath, KI.NRW

Wed, 09 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0400

In this episode of The Influencers, Christian Temath, Managing Director of KI.NRW, explores how businesses and legal advisors can move from AI curiosity to concrete application. From practical use cases like AI-enabled ovens to broader conversations about regulatory uncertainty and Europe’s technological sovereignty, Temath offers a grounded, forward-looking view on applied AI. His insights reveal what it takes to turn AI ambition into impact—even for organizations just beginning their digital transformation journey.

About KI.NRW: KI.NRW is a competence platform and main networking initiative for artificial intelligence (AI) in North Rhine-Westphalia in Western Germany. It aims to position the region as a leading hub for applied AI by fostering collaboration between research institutions and industry players.

Judgment in the Cloud: The Future of Risk and Regulation with James Lord, Google Cloud

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0400

In this third episode wrapping up our insurance-focused miniseries of The Influencers, Hogan Lovells host Karishma Paroha and Tom Hughes of the International Underwriting Association dive into the business-critical role of cloud technology with James Lord, Head of Insurance, Legal and Financial Services at Google Cloud UK & Ireland. Together, they explore how the cloud is reshaping the insurance and legal sectors by enabling hyper-personalized services, faster claims and legal processes, and stronger security and resilience. They also discuss the ethical and regulatory challenges of AI in the cloud as Lord explains how companies can drive meaningful innovation by embracing a “CAARMA” mindset: Change agents, Appetite, Ambition, Risk, Mindset, and Action.

About Google Cloud: Google Cloud is the new way to the cloud, providing AI, infrastructure, developer, data, security, and collaboration tools built for today and tomorrow. Google Cloud offers a powerful, fully integrated and optimized AI stack with its own planet-scale infrastructure, custom-built chips, generative AI models and development platform, as well as AI-powered applications, to help organizations transform. Customers in more than 200 countries and territories turn to Google Cloud as their trusted technology partner.

About the International Underwriting Association of London: The International Underwriting Association of London is the representative body for companies in London providing international and wholesale insurance and reinsurance coverage, whose mission is to secure an optimal trading environment for insurance companies.

Flying Into the Future: Risks, Rewards, and Regulation in the World of Advanced Air Mobility with Alistair Blundy, ATA, and Tom Hughes, IUA

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 07:00:00 -0400

In this episode of The Influencers, Alistair Blundy, CEO and lead underwriter at ATA, shares a compelling glimpse into the rapidly evolving world of Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) with Hogan Lovells host Karishma Paroha and Tom Hughes, at IUA. From electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft to autonomous flight systems, Blundy unpacks both the groundbreaking opportunities and the complex insurance risks that come with the future of aviation. If you’re curious about flying taxis, hydrogen-powered planes, or how insurers are keeping pace with the sky of tomorrow, this conversation offers a fascinating look at what’s coming next.

About ATA: Advanced Technology Assurance Limited (ATA) is a global leader in insurance whose team of highly technical underwriters handle advanced technology risks in a straightforward way. ATA offers fit-for-purpose insurance products that protect and enable the growth of industries that shape the future.

Robots as Companions: Exploring the Next Frontier in Digital Transformation and Insurance with Alexandre Colle, KONPANION, and Tom Hughes, IUA

Wed, 28 May 2025 00:00:00 -0400

In this captivating episode, the first in a special three-part collaboration between Hogan Lovells and the International Underwriting Association of London (IUA), Hogan Lovells host Karishma Paroha and Tom Hughes, Senior Underwriting and Claims Executive at IUA, explore the future of socially assistive robotics with Alexandre Colle, CEO of KONPANION and designer of Maah — an emotionally intelligent companion robot that blends cutting-edge tech with bespoke design. From emotional dependency and data ethics to regulatory frameworks and user-centered innovation, the conversation dives deep into how robotics could redefine care, connection, and even the home itself. If you're curious about what our lives might look like – and what the risk might be – as we crest the next frontier of robotics, this is a must-listen.

About KONPANION: Integrating elegant design with artificial intelligence, KONPANION pioneers a unique direction for domestic robotics and creates an entirely new species of alternative pets.

Future-Proofing Legal Services with Stephen Holloway, Thomson Reuters

Tue, 13 May 2025 18:00:00 -0400

Legal technologist Stephen Holloway and Hogan Lovells host Leo von Gerlach explore how digital technology is reshaping the legal sector, emphasizing the critical role of data, collaboration, and mindset shifts in driving innovation. Stephen shares compelling insider insights on how lawyers and law firms can harness technology to improve client service, increase efficiency, and stay competitive in an evolving legal landscape.

About Thomson Reuters: Thomson Reuters informs the way forward by bringing together the trusted content and technology that people and organizations need to make the right decisions.

Photons, Patents & Policy: A Legal Look at Quantum Computing with Andrea Rocchetto, Ephos

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 19:00:00 -0400

In this episode of The Influencers, Andrea Rocchetto, co-founder of Ephos, joins Hogan Lovells host Leo von Gerlach and patent litigator Giovanni Trabucco to explore the cutting edge of photonic chips and quantum computing. They unpack the transformative potential of quantum technology – from reshaping encryption and cybersecurity to redefining legal standards – and spotlight approaches to regulatory reform to foster innovation in Europe. This conversation will fascinate anyone interested in how emerging technologies like quantum computing are intersecting with legal innovation and shaping the future of digital transformation.

About Ephos: Ephos is building the essential infrastructure for the future of computing. We design and manufacture glass-based integrated photonic circuits that power the most advanced classical and quantum devices. Leveraging their proprietary femtosecond laser writing manufacturing process, they design and build glass-based photonic chips controlling every aspect of the process, from materials procurement through benchmarking.

Digital Disruption in IP Rights Management: A View from the Inside with Wojciech Kreft, Novartis

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 18:00:00 -0400

In this episode of The Influencers, Wojciech Kreft, Senior IP Counsel at Novartis, and Hogan Lovells host Leo von Gerlach explore how digital technologies are transforming global IP operations in general and those of IP rights management in particular—boosting efficiency, streamlining communication, and exposing the impact of legaltech solutions on inhouse teams and their external legal advisors. His thoughtful perspective offers valuable insight for anyone navigating digital transformation of a large corporate IP portfolio.

About Novartis: Novartis is an innovative medicines company whose medicines reach more than 250 million people worldwide and that works to reimagine medicine to improve and extend people’s lives.

Investing in AI: How the Smart Money is Transforming Business, with Dr. Catherine Cutts, KKR

Wed, 02 Apr 2025 02:00:00 -0400

In this episode of The Influencers, Dr. Catherine Cutts, Digital Operating Partner at KKR and former Chief Data Scientist at 10 Downing Street, unpacks the transformative role of AI in private equity and beyond. She shares insights on AI’s evolving impact on investment decisions, the challenges and opportunities of AI-driven business transformation, and the geopolitical landscape shaping AI innovation. Whether you're interested in the future of AI in business or how companies can strategically leverage AI for growth, this conversation is packed with thought-provoking takeaways.

About KKR and Dr. Cutts: KKR is a global investment firm investing across private markets in every asset class all over the world, where Dr. Cutts is a London-based member of the Capstone team. She has also previously worked in consulting, at 10 Downing Street, and in academia. Dr. Cutts holds an MA in Mathematics, an MPhil in Computational Biology and a PhD in Artificial Intelligence from the University of Cambridge.

The AI Race: Can Europe Compete with the U.S. and China? with Sebastian Schirber of Artefact

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 18:00:00 -0400

In this episode of The Influencers, Hogan Lovells host Leo von Gerlach speaks with Sebastian Schirber, Partner at Artefact, about the transformative power of AI and data analytics in business. They explore Europe's competitive edge in AI adoption, the role of regulation, and how startups can thrive despite constraints. With insights on digital transformation across industries and lessons from the Netherlands' thriving tech scene, this conversation offers valuable perspectives for anyone navigating AI's impact on business strategy.

About Artefact and Sebastian Schirber: Artefact is a global services company that sits at the intersection of consulting, data science, AI technologies and marketing, where Sebastian, a PhD in climate science, focuses on financial services and energy firms.

Biotech & Big Bets: What’s Next for AI-Driven Healthcare with Marisa Krummrich, b2venture

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 18:00:00 -0500

In this episode of The Influencers, Marisa Krummrich, Investment Manager at b2venture, dives into the fast-evolving world of AI, biotech, and venture capital with Hogan Lovells host Leo von Gerlach. Marisa shares the evolution of her groundbreaking tech biomarket map that charts AI’s transformative role in drug discovery and development, and shares insights on what makes a biotech startup truly investable. From accelerating drug development timelines to the unique challenges and opportunities for European startups, this conversation offers a fascinating glimpse into the future of AI-driven healthcare innovation.

About b2venture and Marisa Krummrich: b2venture is a European venture firm, leveraging the power of generations to shape tomorrow, where Marisa focuses on horizontal AI, AI tooling, and vertical enterprise applications that utilize AI as the key enabler.

Negotiating with Machines: How AI is Changing the Game with Horst Eidenmueller, Chair for Commercial Law; University of Oxford

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 18:00:00 -0500

In this episode of The Influencers, Professor Horst Eidenmueller from the University of Oxford and Hogan Lovells host Leo von Gerlach explore the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on commercial negotiations. They delve into how AI is reshaping the way negotiations are prepared, conducted, and executed - both the potential to drastically increase transparency and efficiency as well as the ethical implications and power imbalances that could arise, particularly between large corporations and smaller entities as AI continues to evolve in the negotiation space.

About Horst Eidenmueller: Dr. Eidenmueller is a Professor for Commercial Law (Statutory Chair) at the University of Oxford and a Professorial Fellow of St. Hugh’s College, Oxford. His main research areas are contract law, company and bankruptcy law, and alternative dispute resolution, and he is known for his economic and empirical analysis of important problems in these fields. He has also held positions at Cambridge, Harvard, NYU, Stanford, and Columbia and worked at McKinsey. Get in contact or learn more at https://www.horst-eidenmueller.de/

Smarter, Faster, Greener: The impact of AI and Quantum Computing on Research & Development with Marcel Quennet, Quantistry

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 02:00:00 -0500

Discover how quantum computing and AI are transforming material science in this conversation with Quantistry CEO Marcel Quennet and Hogan Lovells host Leo von Gerlach. You will learn how cutting-edge digital technologies are accelerating R&D for next-gen batteries, sustainable plastics, and more—while cutting costs and environmental impact. Tune in for a fresh perspective on the future of digital innovation in chemistry.

About Quantistry: Quantistry is dedicated to transforming R&D by democratizing advanced simulations, making their cloud-native platform a catalyst for innovation and sustainability. They strive to empower global leaders in strategic sectors to tackle today's challenges with tomorrow's solutions, driving not just innovation but a greener future for all. Learn more at https://www.quantistry.com .

Navigating Digital Transformation and the Human Side of AI with Kishor Sridhar

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 02:00:00 -0500

This episode of The Influencers features Kishor Sridhar, a leading consultant in change management and leadership, as he discusses how organizations can navigate the challenges of digital transformation with Hogan Lovells host Leo von Gerlach. From understanding the psychological barriers to embracing AI to empowering employees to focus on meaningful work, Kishor shares actionable insights on fostering transformational leadership and aligning individual goals with organizational vision. If you're curious about how to inspire change and harness AI to unlock human potential, this episode is for you.

About Kishor Sridhar: A leading expert in applied emotional economics in the areas of sales, leadership, change and digitalization, Kishor Sridhar is a sought-after management consultant, keynote speaker, and bestselling author and, as well as a lecturer at the International School of Management in Munich. Learn more at https://sridhar.de.

Powering the Future: Michael Tobin, OBE, on Innovation, AI, and Sustainability

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 18:00:00 -0500

In this remarkable episode, Michael Tobin, OBE, shares his extraordinary entrepreneurial journey from revolutionizing data centers to his current philanthropic and sustainability endeavors. Michael and Hogan Lovells host Leo von Gerlach unpack the growing energy demands driven by AI, innovative solutions for sustainable data centers, and the ethical dilemmas posed by advancements in AI technology. Full of valuable insights on leadership, social responsibility, and the future of innovation, this conversation provides inspiration and perspective for anyone interested in the evolving role of technology and sustainability in our world.

About Michael Tobin: Michael is currently the founder and Executive Chairman at Tobin Ventures Ltd, and holds multiple NED and Chairman roles with progressive businesses in the data center and technology industries. Michael is the former CEO of Telecity, where he built the business from £6M market cap to a £2.6bn business, and was awarded an OBE by Queen Elizabeth for his ‘Services to the Digital Economy.’

From Courtroom to Cybercrime Prevention I Kebharu Smith, Director and Associate General Counsel – Counterfeit Crimes Unit, Amazon

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 18:00:00 -0500

Follow the journey of Kebharu Smith, Director of Amazon's Counterfeit Crimes Unit, and learn about his family background and path as a state prosecutor to his role as a federal prosecutor against IP and computer crimes, and now as a combatant against global counterfeit operations in the digital space. In this episode, Kebharu reflects on his personal trajectory from courtroom to tech giant, emphasizing the importance of adaptability, collaboration, and innovation in safeguarding online marketplaces. Tune in to explore the intersections of law, technology, and leadership in the digital age.

About Amazon’s Counterfeit Crimes Unit: Amazon’s Counterfeit Crimes Unit works with brands, law enforcement, and customers across the globe to stop bad actors and hold them accountable.

Ethical AI in Pharma: How Novartis Leads in Data Privacy I Franziska Janorschke, Head of Data Privacy at Novartis

Tue, 03 Dec 2024 19:00:00 -0500

A must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of technology, healthcare, and ethics, this episode of The Influencers features Franziska Janorschke, Head of Data Privacy at Novartis, discussing the pharmaceutical giant's approach to digital transformation, AI, and data governance with Hogan Lovells host Leo von Gerlach. They explore Novartis' proactive stance on AI compliance, the challenges of AI implementation in complex fields like clinical trials, and how privacy and governance frameworks provide a foundation for responsible innovation.

About Novartis: Novartis is an innovative medicines company whose medicines reach more than 250 million people worldwide and that works to reimagine medicine to improve and extend people’s lives.

Behind the scenes at the Digital Assets Summit I Part 3/3

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 18:00:00 -0500

Driving Adoption: The Path for Digital Assets -- featuring thought leaders from Schroders, R3, GDF, and PV01

In our third and final special episode of The Influencers, recorded live at the Digital Asset Summit in London, industry experts dive into the transformative power of digital assets for financial institutions. They explore opportunities for improved speed, efficiency, and cost through blockchain and decentralized finance, while addressing challenges like regulatory coordination, interoperability, and the need for mindset shifts within traditional finance. Hear about real-world innovations and the path to broader digital asset adoption as the industry moves from proof of concept to practical applications.

Behind the scenes at the Digital Assets Summit I Part 2/3

Tue, 05 Nov 2024 18:00:00 -0500

Bridging Tradition and Innovation: Transforming Financial Markets with Digital Assets I Featuring thought leaders from BNY, Euroclear, Kiln, and Société Générale-FORGE

In our second special episode of The Influencers, recorded live at the Digital Asset Summit in London, industry leaders explore how innovations like tokenization, staking, and stablecoins reshape financial market infrastructure for efficiency, scalability, and new revenue streams. Amid optimism, our diverse group of interviewees address hurdles in regulatory clarity and technology interoperability, emphasizing collaboration, education, and mindset shifts to ensure that institutions and investors can fully embrace digital assets and blockchain solutions.

Behind the scenes at the Digital Assets Summit I Part 1/3

Tue, 22 Oct 2024 18:00:00 -0400

Digital Assets and the Road to Mass Adoption in Financial Services - featuring Lawrence Wintermeyer, Executive Co-Chair of Global Digital Finance

In this special episode of The Influencers, recorded live at the Digital Asset Summit in London, Sharon Lewis, John Salmon, and Lawrence Wintermeyer, Executive Co-Chair of Global Digital Finance (GDF), discuss the future of digital assets in financial services. They highlight institutional adoption, regulatory challenges, and the rapid evolution of technologies like tokenization and blockchain. With insights from key players across the industry, the conversation delves into the potential for mass adoption and the role of policy makers in shaping the landscape for 2025 and beyond.

About GDF: Global Digital Finance, a non-profit whose mission is to promote and underpin the greater adoption of market standards for the use of crypto and digital assets, co-hosts the annual Digital Assets Summit with Hogan Lovells.

Legal Tech, AI, and the Future of Insurance I Audrey Taranto, General Counsel, Enstar Group

Tue, 08 Oct 2024 18:00:00 -0400

Audrey Taranto, General Counsel of Enstar Group, shares with Hogan Lovells host Leo von Gerlach how her legal team navigates digital transformation in the insurance industry. She explores the importance of leveraging existing IT infrastructure and data analytics while emphasizing the critical role of regulatory technology in managing complex compliance issues across multiple jurisdictions. They also explore the evolving impact of AI and Insurtech on risk management and claims processing, providing valuable insights into the future of technology in the insurance industry.

About Enstar: Enstar is a leading global insurance group that delivers innovative insurance solutions through our network of group companies.

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Insights on navigating Data Governance & Privacy for Siemens AI industry solutions I Axel Kessler, Chief Privacy Officer, Siemens

Tue, 24 Sep 2024 18:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Axel Kessler, Chief Privacy Officer at Siemens AG, discusses the intersection of data privacy, artificial intelligence (AI), and governance at Siemens with Hogan Lovells host Leo von Gerlach. He shares insights into Siemens' approach to integrating AI governance with existing data privacy processes and explores the complexities of leveraging in-house technology to help creating new AI industry solutions. Axel also highlights the challenges posed by European regulations like GDPR and the upcoming AI Act, particularly in comparison to other regions, providing a thoughtful perspective on the future of AI and data privacy in global markets.

About Siemens: Siemens is a technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, they strive to create technology with purpose.

Fostering cross-border innovation with a U.S.-UK sandbox I Hester M. Peirce, Commissioner, United States Securities and Exchange Commission

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 19:00:00 -0400

Join U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Commissioner Hester M. Peirce and Hogan Lovells host John Salmon as they discuss her proposal of a U.S.-UK crypto regulatory 'cross-border' sandbox. All comments reflect Commissioner Peirce’s personal views and not that of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

About Commissioner Peirce: U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Commissioner Hester M. Peirce has served in her role since 2018. Prior to joining the SEC, Commissioner Peirce conducted academic research on the regulation of financial markets, served as a Senior Counsel on the U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs, as counsel to SEC Commissioner Paul S. Atkins and as a Staff Attorney at the SEC, as well as working in private practice and clerking for the Court of Federal Claims.

How Nestlé uses legal tech and AI I Ruth Brandstätter, Senior Legal Counsel, Nestlé

Tue, 02 Jul 2024 18:00:00 -0400

Join Nestlé senior legal counsel Ruth Brandstätter and Hogan Lovells host Leo von Gerlach as Ruth shares Nestlé’s journey using legal tech and AI in their intellectual property division.

About Nestlé: With 270,000 employees, more than 2,000 brands and a presence in 188 countries, Nestlé has been the largest publicly held food company in the world since 2014. Committed to being the “good food, good life company,” Nestlé believes in the power of food to enhance lives.

A programming note: We know that summer provides a lot of competition for your time, so we will be taking a brief summer break and will be back in September for our third season with more thought-provoking conversations with some of the leading minds in digital transformation.

The future of LegalTech: vision, tools, and success stories I Sebastian Lach, Co-CEO, ELTEMATE

Tue, 18 Jun 2024 18:00:00 -0400

Join Hogan Lovells host Leo von Gerlach as he interviews legal tech entrepreneur and white collar attorney Sebastian Lach. Leo and Sebastian discuss the future of legal services amid digital transformation, how the most effective tools are driven by the need to solve client problems, and the beneficial evolution of legal tech tools.

Behind the AI Act I Kai Zenner, Digital Policy Adviser, European Parliament

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 18:00:00 -0400

In this insightful episode, Kai Zenner, Digital Policy Adviser for the European Parliament, and Hogan Lovells host Leo von Gerlach go behind the scenes of the new European AI Act and its far-reaching impacts. They explore the legislative process, outcomes, and repercussions for individual businesses as well as the economy at large. Additionally, Kai and Leo highlight the standout provisions of the AI Act, including those that address applications soon to be prohibited and cover high-risk applications, the distinction between high-risk systems and general-purpose AI, and the tools provided by the EU to ease compliance.

About Kai Zenner: Kai is the Head of Office and Digital Policy Adviser for MEP Axel Voss, European Parliament, as well as a member of the OECD's Network of Experts (One AI) and Member of the United Nations' Expert Group that advises the Secretary-General's 'High-Level Advisory Body on AI.' Kai has also been named as one of the “top influencers who are most effectively setting the agenda in politics, public policy and advocacy in Brussels" Learn more at https://www.kaizenner.eu/.

From tangible to tokenized: legalities of digital assets

Wed, 22 May 2024 18:00:00 -0400

Join Prof. Ulrich Segna, the Dean of EBS Law School, and Hogan Lovells host Leo von Gerlach as they explore the evolving landscape of securities and civil law principles that shape the intersection of traditional and digital assets, share insights on changing legal frameworks, and discuss emerging civil law principles in the context of digital value.

About Prof. Segna: Prof. Ulrich Segna is the Dean of EBS Law School and Professor of Civil Law, Commercial and Business Law, Law of Non-Profit Organizations. EBS Universität is the oldest private business school in Germany and includes business, law, and executive schools.

Cloud computing for AI applications – the world of GPUs, CPUs and other hardware infrastructure

Tue, 07 May 2024 19:00:00 -0400

Join Stefan Schiefer, CEO of Genesis Cloud, and Hogan Lovells host Leo von Gerlach as they delve into the intricate dynamics of cloud computing, explore how advancements in GPU technology drive the evolution of cloud services for AI applications, and envision the transformative potential and societal impacts of these innovations.

About Genesis Cloud: Genesis Cloud is the leading AI-first cloud for training and inference of enterprise AI applications. Genesis Cloud offerings are built on NVIDIA reference architecture on the most powerful AI hardware available and provide managed services to power modern AI enterprise applications.

Unlocking potential: The promise of digital asset evolution I Lawrence Wintermeyer, CEO, Avrio Worldwide

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 18:00:00 -0400

Avrio Worldwide CEO and Global Digital Finance Executive Co-Chair Lawrence Wintermeyer unpacks his crystal ball with Hogan Lovells host Leo von Gerlach as they explore next steps for digital assets, where the greatest promise lies, and what’s on the horizon for real world asset tokenization.

About Avrio Worldwide: Avrio is a financial services technology company providing market infrastructure, services, and data on an institutional grade full technology stack transacting across public markets, private markets and digital markets.

Hope amidst despair: TeleHelp Ukraine

Tue, 09 Apr 2024 19:00:00 -0400

Join Solomiia Savchuk, Founding CEO of TeleHelp Ukraine, and Hogan Lovells host Leo von Gerlach as they share the powerful story of how a group of Stanford Medical School students harnessed the power of technology to bring badly needed medical and mental health support to the heart of war-torn Ukraine.

About Telehelp Ukraine: TeleHelp Ukraine provides free quality medical and mental health support to Ukrainians affected by the war through telemedicine services from a global network of clinicians, interpreters, and volunteers with a focus on patient advocacy and care coordination. Learn more, volunteer, or contribute at https://telehelpukraine.com/.

The future of tokenization

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 20:00:00 -0400

Katey Neate, Chief Operating Officer, Digital Assets at BNY Mellon, and Hogan Lovells host Leo von Gerlach explore the future of tokenization, including what we will and won’t see in 2024, extending existing products to service digital assets, the rate of adoption for liquid and illiquid assets, new asset classes, and how technology can keep up with demand.

About Katey Neate: Katey is the Chief Operating Officer, Digital Assets, at BNY Mellon. Based in London, Katey has been with BNY Mellon since 2003 and has extensive and diverse experience in the financial services industry, particularly with risk and digital assets. She is actively involved in advising leadership of digital asset startups on business and risk management strategy, which includes representing BNY Mellon on the board of Coin Metrics.

Exploring the UK’s proposed Artificial Intelligence Regulation Bill with its author

Tue, 12 Mar 2024 20:00:00 -0400

Lord Holmes of Richmond, a Member of the UK House of Lords, and Hogan Lovells host John Salmon discuss Lord Holmes’ Artificial Intelligence (Regulation) Bill, a Private Members’ Bill that is currently under discussion in Parliament: why he believes it’s time for Britain to regulate, how the proposed approach compares to those taken by other countries, and how ultimately the right kind of regulation can make AI a meaningful benefit to society.

About Lord Holmes: Lord Chris Holmes is an active member of the House of Lords with a policy focus on digital technology for public good. A passionate advocate for the potential of technology and the benefits of diversity and inclusion, he recently introduced the Artificial Intelligence (Regulation) Bill into the UK Parliament. You can learn more about the Bill and Lord Holmes’ work in the space by visiting his website at chrisholmes.co.uk, his blog at lordchrisholmes.com, or connect with him on LinkedIn @lordchrisholmes.

Data flows, AI policies & system security I Dr. Barbara Holzer, Senior Director Government Affairs for Central Europe, Salesforce

Tue, 27 Feb 2024 19:00:00 -0500

Dr. Barbara Holzer, Senior Director Government Affairs for Central Europe, Salesforce, and Hogan Lovells host Leo von Gerlach cover the issues impacting data and its effective and safe usage in AI supported business operations.

About Barbara Holzer: After almost two decades with a world leading auto manufacturer, Dr. Barbara Holzer now focuses on government relations for Salesforce, which brings a particular focus on the security, use, and regulation of data & AI.

The challenges of getting AI regulation right I Ryan Dolby-Stevens, Head of AI & Algorithms for Uber's EMEA Legal team

Tue, 13 Feb 2024 19:00:00 -0500

Ryan Dolby-Stevens, Head of AI & Algorithms for Uber's EMEA Legal team, and Hogan Lovells host Telha Arshad tackle the complexity and possible trajectory of AI regulation.

About Ryan Dolby-Stevens: A seasoned in-house counsel at Uber and former private practitioner, Ryan draws on his background in commercial litigation, regulatory and compliance issues to lead one of Uber’s newest in-house legal teams .

Bias-sensitive AI and the human factor I Rosmarie Steininger, Founder and Managing Director, CHEMISTREE

Tue, 30 Jan 2024 19:00:00 -0500

Bias-sensitive AI and the human factor.

Rosmarie Steininger, Founder and Managing Director of CHEMISTREE, and Hogan Lovells host Leopold von Gerlach address how AI can work in an ethical, bias-sensitive way with human relationships.

About CHEMISTREE: CHEMISTREE uses AI to provide tailor-made matching solutions for human resources that support recruiting, onboarding, mentoring and more.

AI driven venture capital investments to promote quality and fairness in VC funding I Eva-Valérie Gfrerer, Founder & CEO, Morphais

Tue, 16 Jan 2024 19:00:00 -0500

Can using AI tools drive better, more equitable venture capital investments?

Eva-Valérie Gfrerer, Founder & CEO of Morphais, and Hogan Lovells host Leopold von Gerlach dissect how using data-driven investing can benefit the fairness and quality of investment decisions.

About Morphais: Morphais is an Early Stage Quant VC, investing into technology founders at the pre-seed and seed stage. Using a data and technology-driven investment approach, Morphais aims to reduce human error and bias throughout the investment value chain and builds on scalable processes to allocate capital with greater accuracy and maximum speed.

Exploring the ins and outs of decentralized finance I Henry Elder, Managing Director and Head of Decentralized Finance at Wave Digital Assets

Tue, 12 Dec 2023 19:00:00 -0500

Do you really know decentralized finance? Find out what to watch for in this episode.

Henry Elder, the head of decentralized finance for Wave Digital assets, and Hogan Lovells host Leopold von Gerlach break down the fascinating world of decentralized finance through an exploration of both the challenges and the opportunities that the ecosystem brings.

About Wave Digital Assets: Wave Digital Assets is a SEC-registered investment advisory firm that provides a unique combination of venture capital, fund, and private wealth management to the digital asset ecosystem.

Empowering women through the digital transformation I Lynne Marlor, Women in Digital Assets Forum

Tue, 28 Nov 2023 19:00:00 -0500

How can women gain an equal stake at the table when it comes to the digital future?

Hogan Lovells host Leopold von Gerlach and Lynne Marlor, co-Founder of Women in Digital Assets Forum and BNYMellon alum, explore how we can create an ecosystem that empowers women to help address the future-facing issues raised by the digital transformation.

About WIDAF: The Women in Digital Assets Forum (WIDAF) is driven by the vision of fostering an inclusive and equitable environment for women to thrive, contribute, and excel in the world of digital assets and fintech. Their mission is to empower, inspire, and connect women by providing them with the tools to become catalysts for change in this rapidly accelerating ecosystem. Visit WIDAF.CO to learn more.

Cyber risk & resiliency from an operating perspective I Charlie Lewis, McKinsey partner & former US Army officer for cyber operations

Tue, 14 Nov 2023 19:00:00 -0500

The elements you need to make your organization truly resilient to cyber crime

Hogan Lovells partner Leopold von Gerlach and Charlie Lewis, a former U.S. Army cyber operations officer and current West Point associate professor and partner at McKinsey, explore how organization and operating training and awareness impact a company’s cyber risk and resiliency.

An interdisciplinary approach to AI I Mary-Rose McGuire, Professor at the University of Osnabrück

Tue, 31 Oct 2023 20:00:00 -0400

AI is operating at an unknown intersection of opportunity and regulation – what does that mean for business?

Hogan Lovells host Leopold von Gerlach and Mary-Rose McGuire, an academic leader on the intersection of IP and technology, and Hogan Lovells host Leopold von Gerlach explore the necessity and opportunities of an interdisciplinary approach to AI, and what that means for the law.

Harnessing the power of data I Knut Mager, Veeva

Mon, 16 Oct 2023 16:12:21 -0400

How can data both support and protect business goals?

Hogan Lovells host Leopold von Gerlach and Knut Mager, a thirty-year life sciences and legal veteran and current Group General Counsel for Link and OpenData at Veeva Systems, explore data’s next frontier.

About Veeva: Veeva Systems is a global provider of industry-specific cloud-based software solutions that address the unique operating challenges and regulatory requirements of companies in the Life Sciences & Consumer Products industries. Learn more at www.veeva.com.

Using digital assets to achieve financial inclusion & transparency I Jane Khodarkovsy, Celo Foundation

Mon, 16 Oct 2023 12:57:01 -0400

Interested in exploring how digital technologies facilitate financial inclusion & transparency?

Join Hogan Lovells host Leopold von Gerlach and Jane Khodarkovsky, General Counsel of the Celo Foundation and former U.S. federal prosecutor, as they discuss the role blockchain and other digital technologies can play in increasing financial inclusion and transparency throughout society – and what’s around the next corner.

About the Celo Foundation: The Celo Foundation supports the growth and development of the decentralized, open source, mobile-first Celo platform to help build a carbon-negative financial system that creates the conditions of prosperity for all. The Foundation is guided by the Celo community tenets and contributes to education, technical research, environmental health, community engagement, and ecosystem outreach—activities that support and encourage an inclusive financial system. For more about Celo, visit https://celo.org/.