This is an amazing episode where he even advised us to watch closely:
The actual progression of AI versus the hype
The evolution of energy collection, storage, and distribution
The impact of the rapid, exponential change, how long it will take and how we can/should prepare
The need to be curious to be informed and not fall the extremes, both among the doomsayers and the futurists
The wisdom Anthony applies to help us stay grounded but aware.
My former classmate, Anthony Scriffignano, is a computer science and data science veteran with over 40 years of experience, from chief data scientist at Dunn & Bradstreet to an inventor who holds more than 100 patents in fraud detection and geospatial tech. He’s worked globally in fintech, manufacturing, and consulting, and now serves as a distinguished fellow at the Stimson Center while advising space ventures.
What makes Anthony unique? His ability to cut through tech noise with human and global insights, turning complexity into actionable wisdom.
Find a quiet place to listen, as there is SO MUCH valuable information shared that most won’t be able to find in one episode.
This episode is well worth it.
Enjoy, be well and stay safe
Axel
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Episode Highlights:
[00:00:00-00:08:00] The Unimaginable Disruption Ahead
[00:08:01-00:13:58] Digital Twins and more Embodied AI
[00:13:59-00:16:46] Recognize, respond, react, recover
[00:16:47-00:20:00] Investor Armor: Critical Thinking in the AI Tsunami
[00:20:01-00:23:00] Why Energy and Security Are Your Safe Bets
[00:23:01-00:29:00] Quantum AI
[00:29:01-00:32:00] Humanity’s role
[00:32:01-00:38:03] Reclaim Your Human Edge
[00:38:04-00:41:00] Asteroid Gold Rush?
[00:41:01-00:47:00] Energy Holy Grail
[00:47:01-01:00:20] Our last stand
Special Mentions:
Elon Musk & Tesla, Jack Miller
Stimson Center, Dun & Bradstreet, Airbnb, DoorDash
“Hyper Disruption”, Digital Twins, Quantum Computing (qubits revolution), Trolley Problem, Prompt Engineering
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Episode Deep Dive and Action Steps
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Key Takeaways from Anthony’s Episode
1. Embrace the Illusion of Abundance
Anthony warns that AI’s data deluge is an illusion—true value lies in novel behaviors it can’t predict alone.
“We’re drunk on Gen AI, but it hallucinates fake cases in court—over 50 incidents in July 2025 alone.”
Action Item: Challenge your assumptions—ask, “What must I believe for this to be true?” Join our Substack at idealinvestorshow.com/community for a critical thinking checklist.
2. Navigate Hyper-Disruption
From COVID to the Suez Canal blockage, Anthony explains “disrupted disruption”—waves crashing before you recover.
“Technology disrupts faster than we respond; AI’s like a teenager—powerful but unpredictable.”
Action Item: Build resilience: Diversify and monitor biases. Subscribe to our Substack for monthly disruption alerts tailored for investors.
3. Bet on Power and Security
In 10 years, Anthony predicts quantum AI will revolutionize everything—position yourself and invest in the energy (like China’s 11 GW solar surge in July 2025) and security space.
“Why Power and security? They are eternal needs— so, invest where humanity’s needs are met.”
If you missed it, check out the interview highlights for more.
Action Item: Explore sustainable energy inventions, companies, etc.
4. Human Insight Trumps AI Alone
Digital twins and edge computing (e.g., self-driving cars) will transform industries, save costs (and probably lives), and more… but our minds
“AI optimizes data, but we need human brains to do the magic—critical thinking is your superpower.”
Action Item: Hone critical thinking daily. Share your insights in the comments below!
