Shape of Tomorrow

In this episode of Shape of Tomorrow, I explore two very different futures of technology. First, I dive into Comet, the AI-powered browser that turns online work into a true conversation with an intelligent partner. Then, I reflect on reMarkable’s new Paper Pro Move, a pocket-sized e-ink tablet that champions focus and the craft of writing. Together, they reveal a fascinating contrast between speed through AI and the space to think.

In this episode, I explore two powerful signals shaping the future of education and work. First, I look at Simon Fraser University’s bold experiment in co-teaching with an expressive AI persona and reflect on what it means for pedagogy in K-12 classrooms.

Then I turn to a tool many of us have used for years, Microsoft Excel, and share how Copilot integration is transforming it from a static spreadsheet into an intelligent collaborator. Together, these stories show how AI is moving from theory into the familiar tools and spaces of our daily lives.

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In this week’s Shape of Tomorrow podcast, I explore two themes that are shaping the conversation around innovation. The first comes from a striking MIT study on AI pilots that has sparked debate in boardrooms everywhere. The second takes us back to the promises of 3D printing and what its unexpected journey teaches us about how technology evolves. Together, these reflections open up important lessons for leaders navigating uncertainty.

In this episode, I explore two powerful signals shaping the future, from radical breakthroughs in AI-driven healthcare to the shifting realities of how and where we work. Along the way, I challenge conventional thinking, share insights leaders can’t afford to miss, and reveal why the decisions being made today will define the winners of tomorrow.

In today’s episode of Shape of Tomorrow, I explore what may be the most important week in AI so far this year.

Three game-changing announcements arrived almost back-to-back: OpenAI’s launch of ChatGPT-5 with a major leap in reasoning, accuracy, and adaptability; their surprise release of open-weight GPT-OSS models that could transform how organizations build AI solutions; and Google’s introduction of an AI tutor inside Gemini that may redefine the future of AI in education. I share my early hands-on impressions of GPT-5, explain why open-weight models are such a strategic shift, and examine how Google’s move could reshape the classroom.

I also close with a phased and practical action plan for leaders whose organizations have not yet taken the AI plunge but know the time has come. Whether you are a technology leader, strategist, or simply curious about where AI is heading, this episode will help you see the opportunities and decide your next move.

In this episode, I explore how ChatGPT’s new Study Mode is quietly dismantling the old model of education and what it means for the future of schools, teachers, and learning itself. Then I take you deep into Switzerland’s bold move to build a sovereign LLM, why it matters, what it signals, and how it might reshape AI as a public good.

If you care about what comes next, this episode is for you.

This week, I unpack OpenAI’s new ChatGPT Agent and what it means for the future of productivity, strategy, and autonomous AI systems. Then I dive into AI Truism, a powerful governance framework to ensure trust, risk, and security management as AI becomes more agentic. It’s a fast-moving episode at the edge of innovation. Join me!

In this episode of Shape of Tomorrow, I’m unpacking some big shifts that signal where the future of work is headed. First, I dive into Amazon’s RBKS division and their new promotion policy that requires employees to demonstrate how they’re using AI to drive real results. It’s not just about using the latest tools, it’s about showing measurable impact.

Then I take a look at Grok 4. It’s one of the most advanced AI models we’ve seen yet, and it raises important questions about capability, speed of progress, and how we benchmark intelligence.

Finally, I talk about my latest newsletter article, “Humanity’s Last Exam.” We’re at a moment where AI systems are passing the very tests we once used to define human intelligence, from the LSAT to the Bar exam. What does that mean for us, and where do we go from here?

This episode is a mix of tech, strategy, and reflection and I hope it sparks something for you as you think about what it means to lead in this AI-driven world.

In this episode, I’m diving into three breakthrough innovations that are reshaping how we study, how we navigate the web, and even how we approach surgery. From an AI study partner that goes far beyond just giving answers, to a bold new AI-powered browser, to the astonishing rise of autonomous surgical robotics, these stories made me stop and think about the future in a whole new way.

Join me as I explore what’s on the horizon and what it could mean for all of us.

What if artificial intelligence could unlock the secrets of human decision-making and even predict your choices before you make them? In this milestone episode, Michael Ianni-Palarchio invites you into the fascinating world of Centaur, a groundbreaking AI model designed to decode how we think, choose, and act. This powerful innovation has the potential to transform leadership, decision-making, and strategy in ways few have imagined.

In the second segment, Michael challenges long-held assumptions about the business frameworks we rely on. Are tools like the Business Model Canvas still relevant in a world shaped by AI, automation, and constant reinvention? He explores why today’s environment demands new thinking, new models, and greater agility.

Join us for an inspiring and thought-provoking journey that will change how you think about decision-making, strategy, and the future you are shaping.