In this thought-provoking episode of DEEP, host Ben Kaplan of DEEP Venture Partners speaks with Professor Christos Masouros, one of the world's leading experts on 6G communications. They explore how 6G will fundamentally shift wireless technology from pure communication to a powerful hybrid of communication and sensing, transforming every cell tower and base station into a mini radar system.

Christos breaks down how 6G’s ultra-fast speeds and near-zero latency could unlock revolutionary applications—from remote robotic surgeries across continents, to holographic communications, smart cities, autonomous vehicle coordination, and even digital twins for real-time activity monitoring. The conversation dives into how AI, sustainability, non-terrestrial networks, and reconfigurable surfaces are all playing a role in the 6G ecosystem—and what it means for privacy, security, and global deployment.

They also explore the business and geopolitical implications of 6G, including how this technological leap could open doors for new players from adjacent industries, and the need for regulatory safeguards in a world where every antenna can track movement and behavior.

Key Topics:

• 6G vs 5G: latency, speed, and energy efficiency

• Integrated sensing and communication

• Remote surgery and real-time holography

• Smart cities and urban security

• AI’s role in network optimization and prediction

• Sustainability in infrastructure and signal design

• Privacy, sensing security, and geopolitical impact

• The business potential of radar/communications convergence

In this episode of DEEP, hosts Ben Kaplan and Daniel Hoffer of DEEP Venture Partners sit down with Tom Leighton, CEO of Akamai Technologies, to explore his remarkable journey from MIT professor of applied mathematics to leader of a global tech company worth over $10 billion. Tom discusses how Akamai evolved from pioneering the world's first Content Delivery Network (CDN)—revolutionizing the speed and reliability of internet content—to becoming a major player in cybersecurity and cloud computing.

Tom shares fascinating insights into Akamai's unconventional beginnings at MIT, the challenges of transitioning theoretical algorithms into practical solutions, and how he overcame scepticism from industry leaders who initially dismissed the viability of distributed computing. He recounts pivotal moments, including Akamai's critical role in thwarting cyberattacks on the White House, which launched their government security business.

The conversation also delves into the emerging role of AI in cybersecurity, highlighting both its potential and risks in the ongoing arms race against increasingly sophisticated cyber threats. Throughout, Tom reflects on valuable lessons learned, including the importance of adaptability, resilience in the face of doubt, and strategic venture capital partnerships.This episode offers a compelling look at innovation, entrepreneurship, and leadership, charting how an academic idea transformed into essential technology shaping today's digital world.

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Welcome to DEEP, the show exploring the breakthrough technologies reshaping our world. In this premiere episode, Ben Kaplan of Deep Venture Partners sits down with Michael Black, among the world's leading experts on computer vision and AI, to uncover the cutting-edge advancements in 3D modeling, human behavior analysis, and robotics.

From the challenges of autonomous driving to the surprising role of language in vision AI, this episode dives into the future of technology and its profound impact on society.

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