The Future of Ecommerce

In this episode, the founders of SHAPEN unveil the roots of their barefoot revolution, beginning with a record-breaking crowdfunding campaign and evolving into a powerful movement centered around natural foot health.

They share insights into producing high-quality shoes in Portugal, their fight against design copycats, and how they’ve built a deeply loyal barefoot community.

Observers will hear how the brand prioritizes both anatomical integrity and ethical production. Co-founder Mia and Marek Štepanovskí, advocates for a return to natural movement, framing footwear as a tool for long-term wellness.

• What happens when shoes are designed around the human body rather than market trends?
• Can a family business remain agile on a global stage?
• Is the barefoot lifestyle the next global health frontier?

The Future of Ecommerce podcast series provides insight into the future of business, technology, and society. As a birthday gift to the public, Dexfinity brings it to its 10th anniversary.

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Juraj Hipš, an education expert and innovator, envisions schools as inclusive spaces that nurture critical thinking, problem-solving, and lifelong learning. While he sees technology and AI as valuable tools, he stresses that they must not replace the essential human connection between teachers and students. He warns against the digital divide and social segregation, advocating for equal opportunities and strong public funding in education. Addressing social inequalities in education, Hipš argues that the best school is the nearest one—where diversity fosters solidarity and prepares students for real-world challenges. His philosophy centers on passion-driven learning, where education empowers individuals to adapt and thrive.

• How can technology enhance education without diminishing human relationships?
• What steps can schools take to foster inclusivity and bridge social divides?
• How can governments ensure public education remains well-funded and accessible to all?

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• Would James Bond be able to win over Elon Musk?
• Is it only a war or a natural disaster that could bring us together in the future?
• Why do we live like kings in an abandoned castle?
• Will flying be banned for ecological reasons?
• How does today’s fetishism threaten capitalism?
• What’s the solution to the growing polarization of society?

Renowned sociologist Michal Vašečka warns of the looming challenges, the unchecked power of entrepreneurs, and the ongoing migration from Africa. As polarization erodes tolerance, it will be up to Generation Z—already suffering from psychological issues—to address these problems. Vašečka, however, believes that this generation, due to its sensitivity and awareness, holds the hope for the future of the world.

The Future of Ecommerce podcast series provides insight into the future of business, technology, and society. As a birthday gift to the public, Dexfinity brings it to its 10th anniversary.

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The impact of Elon Musk on Tesla's declining sales highlights the downsides of personal branding. 

• How does a leader’s popularity influence a company's performance?
• What will the e-commerce store of the future look like, and where could online sales shift if most online stores disappear?
• How does a custom-built interface compare to open-source solutions, and which one will adapt faster to technological advancements?
• Is it still worth working with agencies in the age of AI?

In a major debate about the future, e-commerce expert Michal Král and specialist Ondrej Lipták go head-to-head, offering contrasting perspectives.

The Future of Ecommerce podcast series provides insight into the future of business, technology, and society. As a birthday gift to the public, Dexfinity brings it to its 10th anniversary.

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AI was supposed to "do the laundry" so we could "play more guitar." But as AI gets better at making art, human creativity seems to stagnate. How long will humans remain more creative than artificial intelligence?

• Would you openly admit that a piece of work wasn't yours, but AI-generated?
• Where do we draw the line between honesty and deception?
• Is AI a tool that empowers creators with superhuman abilities and democratizes the market, or is it a form of cheating? Who gets to decide?

• How will juniors learn the craft, and without that foundation, how will they judge the quality of AI-generated outputs?
• Can we train AI the way we raise a child?

These questions sparked a heated debate between Dexfinity’s founder, Pavol Adamčák, Future Demand Generation specialist Vladan Fejlek, and creative director Filip Jánošík Lehotský.

The Future of Ecommerce podcast series provides insight into the future of business, technology, and society. As a birthday gift to the public, Dexfinity brings it to its 10th anniversary.

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Ondřej Klega, an e-commerce expert, envisions a future where AI significantly shapes our lives by personalizing shopping experiences through chatbots, expediting deliveries via drones, and facilitating international market entry. He also anticipates drone delivery will make "last mile" delivery more efficient and that augmented reality will decrease product returns. He suggests that brick-and-mortar stores will transform into experiential hubs, enhanced by virtual and augmented reality, as online shopping becomes the norm for everyday goods, but...

• How can smaller e-commerce businesses compete with large marketplaces?
• And what new skills and expertise will be crucial for success in this field over the next decade?

The Future of Ecommerce podcast series provides insight into the future of business, technology, and society. As a birthday gift to the public, Dexfinity brings it to its 10th anniversary.

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Investors have always predicted the future. Markets predicted war in Ukraine earlier than the news. In the next 10 years, the growth of investments in augmented reality is estimated by 1300% and only by 300% in virtual. What does that mean? According to Radoslav Kasík from Finax, investments in technology are risky, and those that benefit from human convenience are the most likely to catch on.

• Will we normally pay with cryptocurrencies?

• How can the financial industry effectively integrate AI while still accounting for unpredictable human behavior?
• Will AI become a reliable tool for making investment decisions, or will it remain a tool for improving efficiency?
• How will the increasing importance of technology impact the future of human interaction in the financial world?

The Future of Ecommerce podcast series provides insight into the future of business, technology, and society. As a birthday gift to the public, Dexfinity brings it to its 10th anniversary.

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This episode with Jakub Ptačin highlights the cyclical nature of trends, suggesting that the push for optimization and speed will inevitably lead to a desire for slowness and authenticity. Ptáčin discusses the rise of user-generated content and its appeal to consumers, who are often seeking genuine experiences over polished advertising. He acknowledges the importance of data but stresses that it should not overshadow the power of human insight and creativity.

• How can businesses navigate the ever-changing consumer preferences?
• Will the desire for authentic content eventually lead to a resurgence of traditional marketing?
• How do businesses create lasting and genuine connection with their customers?

The Future of Ecommerce podcast series provides insight into the future of business, technology, and society. As a birthday gift to the public, Dexfinity brings it to its 10th anniversary.

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Ivan Mikloš, recognized as Finance Minister of the Year by Europlanet in 2006, and a long-time student of forecasting, observes that predicting the future is exceptionally difficult, due to the human tendency to extrapolate current trends while overlooking the potential for qualitative shifts.

The Future of Ecommerce podcast series provides insight into the future of business, technology, and society. As a birthday gift to the public, Dexfinity brings it to its 10th anniversary.

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This episode features Tomáš Ulej from Martinus, who shares the company’s innovative vision for the future of book e-commerce, emphasizing the need to go beyond simple transactions and focus on enhancing the customer experience through personalized service and the use of AI.

How can e-commerce businesses find the right balance between technology and personal interaction? How will the evolving relationship between human employees and AI shape the future of customer experience? And what new challenges and opportunities will arise as more companies invest in virtual reality?

The Future of Ecommerce podcast series provides insight into the future of business, technology, and society. As a birthday gift to the public, Dexfinity brings it to its 10th anniversary.

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