Technology, Business Trends and Future of Work | The Sonya Barlow Show

AI is transforming the way we work, create and communicate - but are we ready for what’s coming? In this episode of Tech News That Got Me Thinking, I, Sonya Barlow – founder of LMF Network, author, and presenter – discuss the latest AI trends, controversies, and breakthroughs shaping our future and break it down to consider what this actually means for AI and for us.🚨 What We Cover in This Episode:🗣️ AI is neutralizing Indian accents – Why are companies trying to ‘standardize’ accents, and what does this mean for diversity, communication, and workplace biases?💼 Automation & the future of jobs – AI is replacing some roles and creating new ones. What skills do we need to stay employable? Linkedin Jobs Report and World Economic Forum Research on Future of Work 2025🎨 The battle over AI & creativity – Artists, musicians, content creators and writers are pushing back. Is AI stealing creativity, or is this just a new era of innovation? News from The Times, Guardian and the Sun, including an AI book from BBC Zoe Klienman.🤯 Snoop Dogg vs AI – “I see AI doing all this weird shit” – What’s the real reason behind celebrities reacting to AI so strongly?📉 Is AI killing languages? – Some researchers say AI models could accelerate the loss of native languages. How does this impact global culture and identity?🔍 AI hallucinations & misinformation – Can we really trust AI to give us accurate information, or is it making things up as it goes?AI isn’t here to replace us, but it is changing everything. So, how do we stay ahead? Let’s break it down and talk about what we can actually do.💬 What’s your take on these AI trends? Drop a comment below!This is a new discussion launched by Sonya Barlow titled Technology News That's Got Me Thinking🔔 Subscribe for more AI insights & tech updates📢 Download the LMF Network careers app - https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/lmf-network/id6443455934📢 Follow me on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonyabarlow/#AI #TechNews #FutureOfWork #AIandCreativity #Automation #SnoopDogg #AIandDiversity #LMFNetwork #technology #WomenInTechnology

In this vlog-style episode, I talk you through my experience travelling to the Maldives and enjoying the seaplane. Seaplane in Maldives | The guide to the Seaplane in Maldives. The Seaplane experience in the Maldives is famous, but why is there such little information online? This video is your guide to the Maldives Seaplane experience, including the seaplane lounge, seaplane terminal, luggage in the seaplane, cost of seaplane, onboarding experience, the seaplane ride itself, takeoff and landing in the seaplane in the Maldives. Connect with Sonya Barlow Instagram - / sonyabarlowuk Tiktok - / sonyabarlow Linkedin - / sonyabarlow #maldives #maldivesresorts #seaplanes #luxurytravel #businesstravel Search: travelling the Maldives, Maldives luxury travel, Kagi hotel and spa Maldives, seaplane landing, seaplane take off, cost of seaplane, is the seaplane worth it, seaplane or speed boat, business travel, travel vlog, travel podcast, tech travel,

Delve into the tokenisation digital transformation with this panel of experts and discover how tokenisation is reshaping consumer engagement and influencing marketing strategies. Uncover how brands utilise tokenised assets to create unique customer experiences, foster loyalty, and drive innovative campaigns. Hosted by Sonya Barlow for WebSummit Qatar 2024. **Speakers:** Bozena Rezab, Co-founder & CEO, Gamee: Bozena leads Gamee, a high-engagement gaming platform where blockchain meets mobile gaming. Robby Yung, CEO, Animoca Brands: Robby oversees investments at Animoca Brands, the company behind Sandbox. His career spans from analogue and web 1.0 to traditional ad-supported media and free-to-play games. Simone Berry, Co-founder & CEO, POCLab: Simone is renowned for creating immersive digital experiences that connect brands with consumers in virtual landscapes. Named one of Vogue Business's 100 Innovators, she blends culture, gaming, and entertainment. - **Connect with Sonya Barlow:**- Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/sonyabarlowuk/](https://www.instagram.com/sonyabarlowuk/) TikTok: [https://www.tiktok.com/@sonyabarlow](https://www.tiktok.com/@sonyabarlow) LinkedIn: [https://linkedin.com/in/sonyabarlow](https://linkedin.com/in/sonyabarlow) ---------- Search for: Tokenisation, digital transformation, Sonya Barlow, WebSummit Qatar 2024, consumer engagement, marketing strategies, tokenised assets, brand loyalty, innovative campaigns, Bozena Rezab, Gamee, Robby Yung, Animoca Brands, Simone Berry, POCLab, blockchain gaming, virtual landscapes, digital experiences, gaming and entertainment, tech innovation, customer experience.

Hovha'nnes Avoyan, Founder of PicsArt, sits down with Sonya Barlow, Entrepreneur and Presenter at Websummit 2023, to discuss the story of PicsArt, the future of creativity, and the shift towards artificial intelligence. Discover how Hovha'nnes' daughter inspired the initial idea behind PicsArt, a billion-dollar business. Plus, explore insights on how AI will influence creativity. -------------------- Connect with Sonya: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sonyabarlowuk/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sonyabarlow LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/sonyabarlow ------------------------------------------ Search for: PicsArt, Hovha'nnes Avoyan, Sonya Barlow, Websummit 2023, creativity and AI, future of creativity, artificial intelligence, billion-dollar business, entrepreneurial stories, inspiration, business success, creativity in tech, AI in art, female entrepreneurs, tech industry, innovative ideas, business growth, creative industry, AI advancements, entrepreneurial inspiration, success stories.

🎤IG live Interview with @diipakhosla for @indewild - “Confidence is a muscle” with Sonya Barlow3 thoughts ✨- know your values- ask for help & stay learning- take people on the journeyWhat did we discuss?• how to start a business• is content creation relevant for business• how to overcome imposter syndrome• confidence tips• what is venture funding• what @diipakhosla learnt about herself during business• advice to mothers, daughters and future generations• story behind @indewild• future @indewild products• the power of communityWhat did you take away?Thanks, @diipakhosla for sharing your wisdom—South Asian women, south Asian beauty, confidence hacks, business women, raising investment, small business, personal branding, family business, inde wild#indewild #diipakhosla #businessinterview #southasianwomen #confidence #businessinfluencer #techinfluencer #giftedproduct #prinvite #womeninbusiness #asianbusiness #entrepreneurship Sonya barlow is an entrepreneur, presenter & author.#indewild #diipakhosla #southasianwomen #lifestyleinfluencer #businessadvice #womeninbusiness #ayurvedalifestyle #businessinterview #browngirlshair #browngirls ADHD women, confidence hacks, entrepreneurs tips, career advice, success stories, female empowerment, brown girls, Asian women, the sonya barlow show, sonya barlow interviews, lifestyle influencer

Sonya Barlow sits down with Ginnia Cheng, a corporate worker by day and comedian at night. They discuss all things from working at Google to finding balance, going into comedy and building confidence. This is an authentic and reflective conversation between two women of colour striving for better lives. Connect with Ginnia - https://www.instagram.com/ginnypie/ Connect with Sonya - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sonyabarlowuk/ Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@sonyabarlow Linkedin - https://linkedin.com/in/sonyabarlow Women of colour, women in business, comedian, female comedians, workplace humour, how to overcome imposter syndrome, confidence building techniques, business skills, career advice, PR, happiness

Sonya Barlow sits down with Princess Lamia of Saudia Arabia [Royal Highness Princess Lamia Bint Majid Al Saud] to learn from life experience on failure, business and philanthropy. Princess Lamia shares her approach to women working, motivation and technology whilst balancing motherhood and mental health. This is a conversation like never before - a fresh perspective from the world's royalty. Conversational Topics: 03:00 - Introduction from Princess Lamia 04:00 - The work Princess Lamia has been focused on: Secretary General of Alwaleed Philanthropies 05:40 - Legal Rights for Women in Saudia Arabia 06:00 - Metaverse and Technology Research Centre 07:10 - The success of Saudi Arabia is not seen 07:30 - How can women take control of their careers? 08:30 - Should women be seen? 09:00 - What are the images of Women across the world? 10:30 - Do women need the approval of anyone? 11:10 - How do we build women's confidence at home? 13:00 - Why trying wrong things is important 13:20 - Mothers and daughters 70/30 14:04 - Don't make them your mirror 14:30 - Key skills the young generation needs 15:00 - The young people need to listen 17:00 - How can we become better 17:40 - The data we can get is astonishing 19:15 - New initiative launched: AI 22:20 - External validation 22:50 - How do you overcome failure and rejection? It was a pleasure being invited to interview Her Royal Highness Princess Lamia Bint Majid Al Saud and working closely with her. Lessons from a Princess: Failure, life and philanthropy | Princess Lamia of Saudi Arabia ------------------------------ Connect with Sonya Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sonyabarlowuk/ Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@sonyabarlow Linkedin - https://linkedin.com/in/sonyabarlow women in technology, princess lamia, Saudia Arabia, women confidence, confident women, business, artificial intelligence, career advice, failure advice, how to overcome rejection, motherhood, positive quotes, women in business podcasts, sonya barlow, middle east

Sonya Barlow chats to Zofia Zwieglinska, Glossy Magazine, about the future of technology and fashion, how companies use Web3 to excite customers, and why sustainability in fashion is a current trend. In this 30-minute interview with a glossy fashion journalist, we ask what technology, fashion, journalism, Web3, and sustainability are. Connect with Zofia - https://www.linkedin.com/in/zofia-zwieglinska Connect with Sonya - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sonyabarlowuk/ Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@sonyabarlow Linkedin - https://linkedin.com/in/sonyabarlow ------- Technology, women in technology, fashion, future of work. web3, fashion tech, fashion journalism, technology in fashion, business tech, business, travel, tech, technology podcast, web3, ai, sustainability