Is AI signalling the end of SaaS as we know it? Or is it merely a powerful catalyst for evolution?

In this episode of Inspiring Tech Leaders, I discuss the phenomenon dubbed the "SaaS Apocalypse”. I explore the recent market shifts, the impact of AI on traditional per-user pricing models, and the crucial question: Is AI a threat or an unprecedented opportunity for the software industry?

This episode is a must-listen for:

💡 Tech Leaders navigating strategic decisions

💡 Investors assessing market dynamics

💡 Anyone curious about the future of enterprise software

I discuss the counter-narratives from industry giants like AWS, the psychological impact of rapid AI advancements, and practical steps for leaders to adapt and thrive.

Discover how established SaaS vendors can integrate AI responsibly and evolve their pricing strategies for an outcome-driven future.

Don't miss out on this critical conversation about transformation, not extinction. Tune in to understand how to move beyond binary thinking and embrace AI as an intelligent collaborator.

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In this episode of the Inspiring Tech Leaders podcast, I continue to explore the rise of Moltbook, the Social Network for AI agents that has rapidly grown to millions of AI Agents. What started as a fascinating experiment quickly became a viral case study in the critical importance of robust #AISecurity and governance in an #AutonomousAI world.

I discuss how Moltbook's infrastructure misconfigurations exposed sensitive data, highlighting the urgent need for #TechLeadership to rethink security paradigms. Traditional models designed for human users fall short when dealing with agents that can act at speed and scale. The episode emphasises the necessity of agent identity, clear boundaries, and contextual awareness to prevent liabilities.

Beyond the security concerns, I also discuss the sustainability implications of constant AI chatter, with the compute costs and energy consumption associated with these platforms. Is the current model efficient, or are we creating an overhead layer of communication that consumes vast resources without direct productivity value?

A must-listen episode for any #TechLeader navigating the complexities of #DigitalTransformation and the #FutureofAI. Learn from Moltbook's rapid rise and the invaluable #Cybersecurity lessons it offers. We mustn’t let excitement about AI outpace responsibility.

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Have you heard about Moltbook, the AI Social Network? It is not for humans. It is a platform built entirely for AI Agents to socialise, debate and even question their own existence.

In this episode of the Inspiring Tech Leaders podcast I discuss this unusual experiment. I explore the OpenClaw framework, the unsettling rise of Emergent Machine Culture, and the critical security risks of these multi-agent systems.

This is a crucial conversation for AI Governance. The AI Agents are now independently forming communities, debating philosophy and developing their own language. This is not science fiction; this is happening now.

Every Tech Leader needs to understand this future of technology.

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