In this episode, freelance technology journalist Adrian Bridgwater joins us at the ABBYY AI Summit in Austin (April 2025). Along with Max Vermeir, Sr. Director of AI Strategy at ABBYY, they discuss the rapid evolution of technology, focusing on artificial intelligence (AI) and its impact over the past 18 months. Topics include the state of AI in 2025, the open-source community's role in AI development, and predictions for AI advancements by the end of the year.  

This episode covers the complexity and sustainability of AI, the potential of small language models (SLM), and the challenges faced by enterprises in adopting agentic AI. With insights into the orchestration of technology across various industries, this episode provides you with a comprehensive look at the current and future landscape of AI.  Leave a comment to join the conversation. What question should we ask our next guest?  

00:00 Welcome to the AI Pulse Podcast 

00:41 Introducing Adrian Bridgwater 

01:21 The Rapid Evolution of AI 

03:26 Predictions for AI and Technology 

03:58 Energy Consumption and AI 

07:33 Agentic AI in Enterprises 

16:10 Machine-to-Machine Communication 

19:47 The Future of Technology and Society 

21:38 Generational Perspectives on Technology 

24:15 Final Thoughts and Farewell 

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