E152 - Empowering Human Autonomy Through Personal Digital Twins - Ingo Paas

In Episode 152 of the AIAW Podcast, we delve into the dynamic intersection of digital transformation, innovation, and AI with award-winning leader, author, and CIO at Green Cargo, Ingo Paas. Drawing on a career that spans retail, sports, and logistics, Ingo shares strategies for building Digital Composable Enterprises, bridging legacy systems with cutting-edge AI, and harnessing horizontal and vertical innovation for holistic growth. He also offers insights into scalable investment approaches, the disruptive technologies set to reshape industries in the coming years, and the ethical implications of an AI-driven world. We then explore assistive technology and the transformative concept of personal digital twins—AI extensions of individuals that embody their values and preferences, functioning as intermediaries between humans and machine AI. Originating from Ingo’s efforts to support those with severe disabilities, this approach offers a holistic alternative to fragmented assistive solutions and highlights the importance of principle-driven AI systems that keep humans in control. By emphasizing interoperability, robustness, and modularity, composable architectures enable resilient, evolutionary investments in AI. Ultimately, Ingo envisions a future where AI empowers autonomy rather than restricts it, and shares a glimpse of his upcoming book, Empowering Human Autonomy, revealing how semantic, generative, and agentic AI capabilities can unlock new levels of accessibility for individuals and businesses alike.  Follow us on youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@aiawpodcast