🚨 The EU AI Act is here — What does it mean for your company?

The EU AI Act is the first major regulation on artificial intelligence, and it’s going to impact almost every company—not just AI developers.

If your business uses AI tools like ChatGPT, Co-Pilot, or automated HR systems, you need to be prepared.

Nico Bitzer talks with Tea Mustać, AI & Legal Expert at Spirit Legal.

Tea explains the complex regulations in a simple, digestible way:

⚖️ What does the EU AI Act regulate?
💡 Who should be responsible for implementing the EU AI Act rules?
🚨 Will AI literacy become mandatory for employees?
🔍 Is there an AI police coming to check on us?

This episode is a must-listen for all business leaders, HR teams, compliance officers, and anyone using AI at work.

Do you have any questions about the EU AI Act? Ask in the comments, and we will cover all of them!

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In this episode, Nico chats with Verena Weber, AI Strategy Consultant, and ML Scientist.

They talk about:

💡 The biggest misconceptions about women in tech and leadership

🧠 Unconscious bias and how it shapes our careers

🔄 How hyper-masculine work cultures affect everyone

⚖️ What companies can do to make tech more inclusive

It’s a must-listen for anyone passionate about diversity, leadership, and the future of tech!

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• Women in AI newsletter by Verena.

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• Who is Bots&People? Learn about our expert-led live cohorts, workshops, and coaching journeys for AI!

This week on the Bots & People Podcast, Nico talks with Jean Enno Charton, Director of Digital Ethics & Bioethics at Merck Group.

They discuss:

• What are ethical frameworks and how do they actually work?

• Why ethical challenges in AI aren’t always about the tech—they’re about the people using it

• Why long-term thinking is crucial when dealing with the fast-moving world of AI

This episode tackles big questions and shows how ethics and innovation go hand in hand 🤝

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• Connect with me, Nico, on LinkedIn – I share my day-to-day experience helping enterprises adopt AI and automation.

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Stacy Hubiak is a veteran in Learning & Development with 25+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry. Currently the Head of R&D Learning and Development at Organon, Stacy chats with Nico and shares her insights on:

• Building intuitive, role-specific learning ecosystems.

• How generative AI is revolutionizing training and upskilling in pharma.

• Lessons from successful L&D projects that saved time and enhanced productivity.

• Overcoming resistance to AI adoption in highly regulated industries.

• The importance of culture and innovation in driving organizational change.

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We talk with Andreas Welsch —author of AI Leadership Handbook and What’s the Buzz podcast host— about actionable AI adoption strategies for enterprise organizations. Nico and Andreas discuss:

• How to align AI projects with real business problems and goals.

• The synergy between process automation and AI.

• How to overcome resistance to AI in large organizations.

• Avoiding common pitfalls in AI projects.

• The future of AI in enterprise workflows and tools.

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We sit down with Frank Giroux, Manager of Digital SCM Transformation at Bayer, a global leader in pharmaceuticals.

Frank reflects on his 24-year journey at Bayer, highlighting what keeps him engaged and motivated. He shares how Bayer is integrating generative AI into its supply chain processes and discusses strategies for balancing long-term digital transformation goals with rapid adoption of new technologies.

Key topics discussed include:

Staying motivated and evolving in a 24-year career at BayerImplementing generative AI in a corporate setting and overcoming challenges

The future of supply chain management through digital innovation

Let us know your thoughts or suggest future guests at podcast@botsandpeople.com.

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We sit down with Dr. Sven Bettermann, Global Head of Digitalization at Evonik, a worldwide leading company in specialty chemicals.

Sven shares his journey from a plant management role to leading the company's digital initiatives, highlighting how digitalization is crucial in optimizing Evonik's chemical processes and driving innovation across the business.

Key topics discussed are:

1. Transitioning to and empowering data-driven decision making at Evonik

2. Change Management: How to build a data-driven organization

3. Enabling digital transformation through upskilling

The three pillars required for a successful digital transformation in any organization

Let us know what you thought of this episode, or who you would like to see on the podcast next at podcast@botsandpeople.com.

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Join us in this episode as Thomas Tillmann, co-founder of LernHacks, delves into the transformative power of cultivating a strong learning culture within organizations.

• Continuous Learning: Discover actionable strategies to embed ongoing education seamlessly into your company’s daily operations.

• Employee Engagement: Learn how to enhance career growth, making employees eager to develop their skills, which in turn drives business success.

• Leadership and AI: Explore how innovative learning practices and AI integration can prepare leaders for future challenges.

Unlock the secrets to creating a learning culture that not only boosts individual development but also propels your organization towards greater success.

Discover the impact of a thriving learning environment on your organization’s performance.

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