In this episode of The Brand Called You, the conversation explores the evolving global technology landscape, artificial intelligence, international industry collaboration, and the pioneering work of WITSA (World Innovation, Technology & Services Alliance).
Featuring Dan E. Khoo, CEO, and Anders Halvorsen, VP of WITSA, the discussion examines the contributions of global technology leaders, the growing influence of national technology associations, and the transformative role of international platforms such as the World Congress on Innovation and Technology (WCIT) and the Global AI Summit.
A major highlight of the conversation is the launch of the WITSA Global AI Index, a comprehensive benchmarking initiative covering 105 economies across seven pillars, 16 sub-pillars, and 83 indicators. The Index aims to help governments, businesses, and other stakeholders understand the strengths and weaknesses of their AI ecosystems and identify opportunities for improvement.
The discussion also explores gaps in entrepreneurship and investment, the evolution of regulatory frameworks, public trust in AI, and the growing importance of sovereign AI strategies and strategic interdependence.
Additionally, the episode examines the geopolitical challenges facing global technology supply chains, the debate between open-source and proprietary AI models, the future of quantum computing, post-quantum cryptography, and the possibilities surrounding artificial general intelligence (AGI).
Through insights from WITSA's leadership, this conversation highlights why international collaboration, responsible innovation, and strategic policymaking are essential to building a more connected and competitive digital future.
