HM26: Whitelabeled AI and the hope for the API

Portrait photo of Ferri Abolhassan

Unpacking the buzz, the business, and the challenges of authentic industrial AI innovation. Is the industry losing its edge?

In this episode, we dive straight into the heart of the industrial AI landscape – beyond flashy headlines and Instagram-worthy trade shows. We tackle the uncomfortable truths behind ‚white label‘ solutions, the real value (or lack thereof) in APIs, and why simply following the hype won’t cut it for true innovation. We share our candid impressions from Hannover Messe, exploring the tension between substance and showmanship, and what it means for the future of industrial-grade AI. Plus, we sit down with Dr. Ferri Abolhassan from T-Systems to uncover how Germany’s new AI Factory in Munich is aiming to rewrite the rules for secure, sovereign, and scalable AI infrastructure. Join us for honest insights, pointed critiques, and a look at where industrial AI must go next if we want to deliver real value.