Exploring Tech Trends 2025 with Brian Jackson: AI, Quantum, and Cybersecurity
In this episode of Hashtag Trending’s weekend edition, Jim Love interviews Brian Jackson, Principal Research Director at InfoTech Research Group. They discuss tech trends for 2025, focusing on AI advancements, the importance of AI sovereignty, and quantum computing’s potential. Brian explains key insights from InfoTech’s latest research, emphasizing the balance between mitigating risks and seizing opportunities. They also delve into the implications of AI on industries and the need for proactive CIOs. The conversation covers challenges of AI-generated content, digital humans, deepfake defenses, and the future of quantum technology in solving complex problems. The episode concludes with a discussion on the importance of encryption in the age of quantum computing. Don’t miss the chance to get a copy of InfoTech’s report and attend their upcoming webinar.
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:04 Brian Jackson’s Career Journey
01:13 Brian’s Role at InfoTech
02:07 Tech Trends 2025 Overview
03:30 AI Opportunities and Risks
05:04 Quantum Computing and Cryptography
05:51 Digital Humans and Deepfake Defense
08:44 AI in Business Applications
21:59 AI Sovereignty and Cost Management
33:14 Quantum Computing in Practice
37:56 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
