Just Released: Episode One of The Digital Phorum

Welcome to the debut episode of The Digital Phorum, presented by the Philadelphia Alliance for Capital and Technologies (PACT). As we gear up for the 2025 Phorum Technology Conference on April 22 at the Comcast Technology Center, this podcast will bring you cutting-edge insights into AI and emerging technology.

In this episode, hosts Michael Bach (Boomi) and Peter Coffee (Salesforce) dive into the evolving AI landscape, the rise of open-source models like DeepSeek, and how decentralized AI is reshaping the industry. They explore the VisiCalc moment—how accessible AI is changing business innovation—and the essential role of human oversight in AI development.

🔍 Key topics covered:
· The DeepSeek AI revolution and why it matters
· The risks of AI models training on AI-generated data
· Why emerging tech isn’t optional—it’s a necessity
· How AI is redefining education, business, and decision-making

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