Innovative Technology Insights

Foley & Lardner’s Innovative Technology Insights podcast focuses on the wide-ranging innovations shaping today’s business, regulatory, and scientific landscape. With guest speakers who work in a diverse set of fields, from artificial intelligence to genomics, our discussions focus not only on the legal implications of these changes but also on the impact they will have on our daily lives. DISCLAIMER This podcast is provided for general informational purposes only and is intended as a general overview. The podcast does not constitute legal advice nor solicitation to provide legal services. It is not meant to convey a legal position of Foley & Lardner, LLP (“Foley” or the “Firm”) on behalf of any client, nor is it intended to convey specific legal advice. Any opinions expressed in this podcast do not necessarily reflect the views of the Firm, its partners, or its clients. The podcast is not intended to create, and listening to the podcast does not constitute an attorney-client relationship. The listener should not act upon this information without seeking counsel from a licensed attorney. Foley makes no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, as to the content of the podcast or to its accuracy or completeness and accepts no responsibility for an individual who acts or refrains from acting based on information obtained from the podcast. In some jurisdictions, the contents of this podcasts may be considered Attorney Advertising. If applicable, please note that prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.

Episodes

Data Centers: The Role of AI and Semiconductors in Transforming an Industry

December 17, 2025 • 22 mins

The data center boom is more than an industry trend; it is a structural shift in how technology is delivered and consumed. For businesses, investors, and legal professionals, understanding this ecosystem is essential. Those who adapt quickly will help shape the future of AI.

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S2E5: Heejae Lim of TalkingPoints AI

February 7, 2024 • 30 mins

Heejae Lim, Founder/CEO at TalkingPoints, joins Natasha Allen to discuss artificial intelligence as a force for good. While discussion surrounding the intersection of education and AI has focused on negative impacts, how can recent advances help facilitate better outcomes for students? Why is it important for teachers and parents to see AI as an ally instead of an adversary?

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S2E4: Chris Rezendes of Context Labs

December 13, 2023 • 21 mins

Chris Rezendes, Chief Business Officer at Context Labs, joins Chris McKenna to discuss how digitalization can help companies achieve their climate goals. How is the use of data changing for energy producers and users? Where do Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) and blockchain technologies fit into efforts to improve transparency and disclosure?

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S2E3: Aaron Erickson of NVIDIA

November 9, 2023 • 23 mins

Aaron Erickson from NVIDIA joins Natasha Allen to share his perspectives on where generative artificial intelligence is heading. How are LLMs evolving beyond natural language to incorporate multimodal inputs e.g. images, sound, video, or even taste and smell? What are some of the new economic models being developed for AI tools? And are we primed to see a trend towards bespoke models designed for specific organizat...

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S2E2: Parna Sarkar-Basu of Brand and Buzz Marketing

August 16, 2023 • 23 mins

Parna Sarkar-Basu, CEO of Brand and Buzz Marketing, joins Paige Moscow to discuss the pivotal role a founder's market credibility plays in propelling startups to success. How does it impact the fundraising process? Why should companies with technical innovations care about their brands? What value is there to putting a human face to a startup?

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S2E1: Colorado and Connecticut Data Privacy Laws Update

July 13, 2023 • 16 mins

Jennifer Urban and Samuel Goldstick sit down to discuss the newest states with data privacy laws that went into effect on July 1, 2023: Colorado and Connecticut. How do these compare to existing regulations such as the California Privacy Rights Act and Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act? Which tenets will have the most impact? And what can organizations not in compliance do to meet these new requirements? ...

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S1E6: Michelle Miller of the High Desert Discovery District

June 21, 2023 • 27 mins

Michelle Miller, Founder of the High Desert Discovery District (HD3), joins Natasha Allen for a wide-ranging discussion about New Mexico’s under-the-radar startup scene, her work with innovative AgTech company Innate Immunity, and how to bridge the financing gap for entrepreneurs pioneering technologies with long development cycles.

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S1E5: Peter Prettenhofer of DataRobot

May 3, 2023 • 15 mins

Peter Prettenhofer, VP of Engineering for DataRobot, joins Pavan Agarwal for a discussion on generative artificial intelligence and its disruptive potential. What exactly is generative AI? Where does it fit within the broader field of AI research? How will owners of large data sets be able to leverage the recent advances in capabilities?

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S1E4: Ann Jordan of ASQ

January 25, 2023 • 29 mins

Ann Jordan, CEO of ASQ, joins Natasha Allen for a discussion on digital transformation and the so-called Fourth Industrial Revolution - Which industries are adapting the quickest? What barriers are regions around the world encountering? And how does setting quality standards fit into this transition?

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S1E3: David Sloan

December 6, 2022 • 30 mins

David Sloan, Chief Technology Officer for Microsoft Worldwide Public Sector, joins Christopher McKenna and Natasha Allen for an in-depth discussion about hyperscale cloud computing. What is it and how did it power the rapid digital transformation during the COVID-19 pandemic? How does it differ from “standard” cloud computing and what benefits does it offer by comparison? Where does it intersect with areas of inves...

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S1E2: Jeff Elton

November 10, 2022 • 20 mins

Jeff Elton, CEO of ConcertAI, joins Natasha Allen for an insightful discussion on the growing intersection of health care and artificial intelligence - What are the areas of medicine that stand to benefit the most from AI? How will this adoption assist in addressing health disparities? Where are the potential ethical pitfalls? And what can companies do to prepare their enterprises for this change?

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S1E1: Mark Dredze

September 26, 2022 • 26 mins

Mark Dredze, Associate Professor of Computer Science at Johns Hopkins University and Bloomberg research scientist, joins Natasha Allen for an in-depth discussion on the new age of Artificial Intelligence: What are the trends in AI today? How will these developments intersect with regulatory frameworks? And what can companies do to embrace AI as it transforms the business landscape?

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