The Influencers: Digital Transformation

Investing in AI: How the Smart Money is Transforming Business, with Dr. Catherine Cutts, KKR

In this episode of The Influencers, Dr. Catherine Cutts, Digital Operating Partner at KKR and former Chief Data Scientist at 10 Downing Street, unpacks the transformative role of AI in private equity and beyond. She shares insights on AI’s evolving impact on investment decisions, the challenges and opportunities of AI-driven business transformation, and the geopolitical landscape shaping AI innovation. Whether you're interested in the future of AI in business or how companies can strategically leverage AI for growth, this conversation is packed with thought-provoking takeaways.
 
About KKR and Dr. Cutts:  KKR is a global investment firm investing across private markets in every asset class all over the world, where Dr. Cutts is a London-based member of the Capstone team. She has also previously worked in consulting, at 10 Downing Street, and in academia.  Dr. Cutts holds an MA in Mathematics, an MPhil in Computational Biology and a PhD in Artificial Intelligence from the University of Cambridge.

The AI Race: Can Europe Compete with the U.S. and China? with Sebastian Schirber of Artefact

In this episode of The Influencers, Hogan Lovells host Leo von Gerlach speaks with Sebastian Schirber, Partner at Artefact, about the transformative power of AI and data analytics in business. They explore Europe's competitive edge in AI adoption, the role of regulation, and how startups can thrive despite constraints. With insights on digital transformation across industries and lessons from the Netherlands' thriving tech scene, this conversation offers valuable perspectives for anyone navigating AI's impact on business strategy.
About Artefact and Sebastian Schirber:  Artefact is a global services company that sits at the intersection of consulting, data science, AI technologies and marketing, where Sebastian, a PhD in climate science, focuses on financial services and energy firms.
About Hogan Lovells: Our Digital Transformation offering helps clients navigate the full breadth and depth of the seismic forces impacting their organizations – and today’s society. Leveraging team members across our 2800 lawyers on six continents, we provide integrated advice on the multifaceted regulatory, governance and enforcement issues and risks that arise across the many technologies and trends that comprise the new digital future.

Biotech & Big Bets: What’s Next for AI-Driven Healthcare with Marisa Krummrich, b2venture

In this episode of The Influencers, Marisa Krummrich, Investment Manager at b2venture, dives into the fast-evolving world of AI, biotech, and venture capital with Hogan Lovells host Leo von Gerlach. Marisa shares the evolution of her groundbreaking tech biomarket map that charts AI’s transformative role in drug discovery and development, and shares insights on what makes a biotech startup truly investable. From accelerating drug development timelines to the unique challenges and opportunities for European startups, this conversation offers a fascinating glimpse into the future of AI-driven healthcare innovation.
About b2venture and Marisa Krummrich:  b2venture is a European venture firm, leveraging the power of generations to shape tomorrow, where Marisa focuses on horizontal AI, AI tooling, and vertical enterprise applications that utilize AI as the key enabler.
About Hogan Lovells: Our Digital Transformation offering helps clients navigate the full breadth and depth of the seismic forces impacting their organizations – and today’s society. Leveraging team members across our 2800 lawyers on six continents, we provide integrated advice on the multifaceted regulatory, governance and enforcement issues and risks that arise across the many technologies and trends that comprise the new digital future.
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Negotiating with Machines: How AI is Changing the Game with Horst Eidenmueller, Chair for Commercial Law; University of Oxford

In this episode of The Influencers, Professor Horst Eidenmueller from the University of Oxford and Hogan Lovells host Leo von Gerlach explore the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on commercial negotiations. They delve into how AI is reshaping the way negotiations are prepared, conducted, and executed - both the potential to drastically increase transparency and efficiency as well as the ethical implications and power imbalances that could arise, particularly between large corporations and smaller entities as AI continues to evolve in the negotiation space.
About Horst Eidenmueller:  Dr. Eidenmueller is a Professor for Commercial Law (Statutory Chair) at the University of Oxford and a Professorial Fellow of St. Hugh’s College, Oxford. His main research areas are contract law, company and bankruptcy law, and alternative dispute resolution, and he is known for his economic and empirical analysis of important problems in these fields. He has also held positions at Cambridge, Harvard, NYU, Stanford, and Columbia and worked at McKinsey. Get in contact or learn more at https://www.horst-eidenmueller.de/
About Hogan Lovells: Our Digital Transformation offering helps clients navigate the full breadth and depth of the seismic forces impacting their organizations – and today’s society. Leveraging team members across our 2800 lawyers on six continents, we provide integrated advice on the multifaceted regulatory, governance and enforcement issues and risks that arise across the many technologies and trends that comprise the new digital future.
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Smarter, Faster, Greener: The impact of AI and Quantum Computing on Research & Development with Marcel Quennet, Quantistry

Discover how quantum computing and AI are transforming material science in this conversation with Quantistry CEO Marcel Quennet and Hogan Lovells host Leo von Gerlach. You will learn how cutting-edge digital technologies are accelerating R&D for next-gen batteries, sustainable plastics, and more—while cutting costs and environmental impact. Tune in for a fresh perspective on the future of digital innovation in chemistry.
 
About Quantistry:  Quantistry is dedicated to transforming R&D by democratizing advanced simulations, making their cloud-native platform a catalyst for innovation and sustainability. They strive to empower global leaders in strategic sectors to tackle today's challenges with tomorrow's solutions, driving not just innovation but a greener future for all. Learn more at https://www.quantistry.com .
 
About Hogan Lovells: Our Digital Transformation offering helps clients navigate the full breadth and depth of the seismic forces impacting their organizations – and today’s society. Leveraging team members across our 2800 lawyers on six continents, we provide integrated advice on the multifaceted regulatory, governance and enforcement issues and risks that arise across the many technologies and trends that comprise the new digital future.
 
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Navigating Digital Transformation and the Human Side of AI with Kishor Sridhar

This episode of The Influencers features Kishor Sridhar, a leading consultant in change management and leadership, as he discusses how organizations can navigate the challenges of digital transformation with Hogan Lovells host Leo von Gerlach. From understanding the psychological barriers to embracing AI to empowering employees to focus on meaningful work, Kishor shares actionable insights on fostering transformational leadership and aligning individual goals with organizational vision. If you're curious about how to inspire change and harness AI to unlock human potential, this episode is for you.
 
About Kishor Sridhar: A leading expert in applied emotional economics in the areas of sales, leadership, change and digitalization, Kishor Sridhar is a sought-after management consultant, keynote speaker, and bestselling author and, as well as a lecturer at the International School of Management in Munich. Learn more at https://sridhar.de.
 
About Hogan Lovells: Our Digital Transformation offering helps clients navigate the full breadth and depth of the seismic forces impacting their organizations – and today’s society. Leveraging team members across our 2800 lawyers on six continents, we provide integrated advice on the multifaceted regulatory, governance and enforcement issues and risks that arise across the many technologies and trends that comprise the new digital future.
 
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Powering the Future: Michael Tobin, OBE, on Innovation, AI, and Sustainability

In this remarkable episode, Michael Tobin, OBE, shares his extraordinary entrepreneurial journey from revolutionizing data centers to his current philanthropic and sustainability endeavors. Michael and Hogan Lovells host Leo von Gerlach unpack the growing energy demands driven by AI, innovative solutions for sustainable data centers, and the ethical dilemmas posed by advancements in AI technology. Full of valuable insights on leadership, social responsibility, and the future of innovation, this conversation provides inspiration and perspective for anyone interested in the evolving role of technology and sustainability in our world.
About Michael Tobin: Michael is currently the founder and Executive Chairman at Tobin Ventures Ltd, and holds multiple NED and Chairman roles with progressive businesses in the data center and technology industries. Michael is the former CEO of Telecity, where he built the business from £6M market cap to a £2.6bn business, and was awarded an OBE by Queen Elizabeth for his ‘Services to the Digital Economy.’
About Hogan Lovells: Our Digital Transformation offering helps clients navigate the full breadth and depth of the seismic forces impacting their organizations – and today’s society. Leveraging team members across our 2800 lawyers on six continents, we provide integrated advice on the multifaceted regulatory, governance and enforcement issues and risks that arise across the many technologies and trends that comprise the new digital future.
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From Courtroom to Cybercrime Prevention I Kebharu Smith, Director and Associate General Counsel – Counterfeit Crimes Unit, Amazon

Follow the journey of Kebharu Smith, Director of Amazon's Counterfeit Crimes Unit, and learn about his family background and path as a state prosecutor to his role as a federal prosecutor against IP and computer crimes, and now as a combatant against global counterfeit operations in the digital space. In this episode, Kebharu reflects on his personal trajectory from courtroom to tech giant, emphasizing the importance of adaptability, collaboration, and innovation in safeguarding online marketplaces. Tune in to explore the intersections of law, technology, and leadership in the digital age.
 
About Amazon’s Counterfeit Crimes Unit:  Amazon’s Counterfeit Crimes Unit works with brands, law enforcement, and customers across the globe to stop bad actors and hold them accountable.
 
About Hogan Lovells: Our Digital Transformation offering helps clients navigate the full breadth and depth of the seismic forces impacting their organizations – and today’s society. Leveraging team members across our 2800 lawyers on six continents, we provide integrated advice on the multifaceted regulatory, governance and enforcement issues and risks that arise across the many technologies and trends that comprise the new digital future.
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Ethical AI in Pharma: How Novartis Leads in Data Privacy I Franziska Janorschke, Head of Data Privacy at Novartis

A must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of technology, healthcare, and ethics, this episode of The Influencers features Franziska Janorschke, Head of Data Privacy at Novartis, discussing the pharmaceutical giant's approach to digital transformation, AI, and data governance with Hogan Lovells host Leo von Gerlach. They explore Novartis' proactive stance on AI compliance, the challenges of AI implementation in complex fields like clinical trials, and how privacy and governance frameworks provide a foundation for responsible innovation.
 
About Novartis:  Novartis is an innovative medicines company whose medicines reach more than 250 million people worldwide and that works to reimagine medicine to improve and extend people’s lives.
 
About Hogan Lovells: Our Digital Transformation offering helps clients navigate the full breadth and depth of the seismic forces impacting their organizations – and today’s society. Leveraging team members across our 2800 lawyers on six continents, we provide integrated advice on the multifaceted regulatory, governance and enforcement issues and risks that arise across the many technologies and trends that comprise the new digital future.
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Behind the scenes at the Digital Assets Summit I Part 3/3

Driving Adoption: The Path for Digital Assets -- featuring thought leaders from Schroders, R3, GDF, and PV01
In our third and final special episode of The Influencers, recorded live at the Digital Asset Summit in London, industry experts dive into the transformative power of digital assets for financial institutions. They explore opportunities for improved speed, efficiency, and cost through blockchain and decentralized finance, while addressing challenges like regulatory coordination, interoperability, and the need for mindset shifts within traditional finance. Hear about real-world innovations and the path to broader digital asset adoption as the industry moves from proof of concept to practical applications.
About the Digital Assets Summit:  Every Fall, we gather policymakers and industry leaders to attend our annual summit on digital assets and tokenization, held in partnership with Global Digital Finance, a non-profit whose mission is to promote and underpin the greater adoption of market standards for the use of crypto and digital assets.
About Hogan Lovells: Our Digital Transformation offering helps clients navigate the full breadth and depth of the seismic forces impacting their organizations – and today’s society. Leveraging team members across our 2800 lawyers on six continents, we provide integrated advice on the multifaceted regulatory, governance and enforcement issues and risks that arise across the many technologies and trends that comprise the new digital future.
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