Full show notes, transcript and AI chatbot - https://bit.ly/406exPn

Watch on YouTube - https://youtu.be/ZvVsb9ezGKI

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Episode Summary:

In this episode of The Measure Pod, Dara and Matthew ride the wave of technological change, diving into the fast-moving dynamics of AI model competition and what it means for the industry. They explore how tools like Co-work are reshaping the way developers write code, and reflect on the broader trend of removing friction from technology - touching on recent innovations like OpenClaw. The conversation shifts toward the enterprise world, unpacking governance and security challenges in SaaS before turning to Google's evolving AI strategy, its infrastructure advantages, and the role of Tensor Processing Units in giving it a unique edge.

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About The Measure Pod:

The Measure Pod is your go-to fortnightly podcast hosted by seasoned analytics pros. Join Dara Fitzgerald (Co-Founder at Measurelab) & Matthew Hooson (Head of Engineering at Measurelab) as they dive into the world of data, analytics and measurement, with a side of fun.

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Full show notes, transcript and AI chatbot - https://bit.ly/49YPF1L

Watch on YouTube - https://youtu.be/hcYLQIw9N-s

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Episode Summary:

In this episode of The Measure Pod, Dara and Matthew ease into the new year, shake off the podcasting rust before diving into big-picture ideas about AI’s potential to guide humanity toward a more optimistic, almost Star Trek–like future. Along the way, they explore themes spanning cloud engineering and analytics, setting up thoughtful conversations at the intersection of data, technology, and what comes next.

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About The Measure Pod:

The Measure Pod is your go-to fortnightly podcast hosted by seasoned analytics pros. Join Dara Fitzgerald (Co-Founder at Measurelab) & Matthew Hooson (Head of Engineering at Measurelab) as they dive into the world of data, analytics and measurement, with a side of fun.

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If you liked this episode, don't forget to subscribe to The Measure Pod on your favourite podcast platform and leave us a review. Let's make sense of the analytics industry together!

Full show notes, transcript and AI chatbot - https://bit.ly/4s2dxZd

Watch on YouTube - https://youtu.be/mcSx6M5-V4w

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Episode Summary:

In this episode of The Measure Pod, join Dara and Matthew as they look back over the year with 12 of their favourite highlights. They discuss the funniest and most thought-provoking moments from past episodes, including the infamous tungsten cubes story, the importance of critical thinking in the age of AI, and the rapid acceleration of productivity. They also share their thoughts on warehouse-native analytics, the potential consciousness of AI, and predictions for the future of the web. Tune in for a reflective, insightful, and humorous recap of 2025 in the world of data, analytics and AI.

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About The Measure Pod:

The Measure Pod is your go-to fortnightly podcast hosted by seasoned analytics pros. Join Dara Fitzgerald (Co-Founder at Measurelab) & Matthew Hooson (Head of Engineering at Measurelab) as they dive into the world of data, analytics and measurement, with a side of fun.

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If you liked this episode, don't forget to subscribe to The Measure Pod on your favourite podcast platform and leave us a review. Let's make sense of the analytics industry together!