One Vision fintech fuse podcast, hosted by Theodora Lau, brings purposeful fintech innovation to spotlight. It is where impact meets innovation. One Vision is a convergence of minds that dream of a more equitable, inclusive, and sustainable world for future generations galvanized by innovation. The latest season, FinTech Fuse, brought to you by the powerhouse trio, Theodora Lau, Barb MacLean, and Stephanie Foster, continues the tradition of telling stories that matter.
We speak to startup founders, investors, industry players, thought leaders and policy makers in the innovation ecosystem and get their views. While there have been a lot discussed about innovation in the western world, we believe that impact at scale can be achieved in the emerging markets too. In recent times we have seen several leap frog moments across the emerging world. What Alibaba and Tencent have achieved in China, PayTM in India and MPesa in Africa are great examples of impactful stories. We talk to many emerging market players and highlight their efforts to create such leap frog moments.
We believe there are many innovation stories that have impact on people's life across the world. We identify these stories and talk to them about their journeys, successes and challenges they have had to overcome. In providing a stage for these entrepreneurs, thought leaders and innovators, we hope to inspire a generation looking to effect positive change. One Vision, One Dream, One Voice for One sustainable future.
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One Vision fintech fuse podcast, hosted by Theodora Lau, brings purposeful fintech innovation to spotlight. It is where impact meets innovation. One Vision is a convergence of minds that dream of a more equitable, inclusive, and sustainable world for future generations galvanized by innovation. The latest season, FinTech Fuse, brought to you by the powerhouse trio, Theodora Lau, Barb MacLean, and Stephanie Foster, continues the tradition of telling stories that matter.
We speak to startup founders, investors, industry players, thought leaders and policy makers in the innovation ecosystem and get their views. While there have been a lot discussed about innovation in the western world, we believe that impact at scale can be achieved in the emerging markets too. In recent times we have seen several leap frog moments across the emerging world. What Alibaba and Tencent have achieved in China, PayTM in India and MPesa in Africa are great examples of impactful stories. We talk to many emerging market players and highlight their efforts to create such leap frog moments.
We believe there are many innovation stories that have impact on people's life across the world. We identify these stories and talk to them about their journeys, successes and challenges they have had to overcome. In providing a stage for these entrepreneurs, thought leaders and innovators, we hope to inspire a generation looking to effect positive change. One Vision, One Dream, One Voice for One sustainable future.
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Who’s in on the digital revolution?
In this episode of One Vision, Theo welcomes back Simon Kemp, Chief Analyst of DataReportal and Founder of Kepios, for a deep dive into the latest Digital 2026 report. The duo explores the monumental amount of data published over the past six months, including insights on AI usage, internet adoption, socio-demographic disparities, and the hyperbole surrounding digital media. Key highlights include the conservative estimate of over 1 billion monthly users of standalone AI tools, the challenges of internet accessibility in rural areas and among women, and the role of AI in our society. Join us for a thought-provoking discussion on digital trends and the future of our digital economy.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:53 Digital 2026 Report Overview
02:40 AI Usage Statistics
05:09 AI in China and Global Impact
07:42 AI Tools and User Behavior
23:40 Debunking Myths About AI and Agentic Commerce
25:54 Consumer Behavior and AI Adoption
34:46 Global Internet Access Disparities
39:25 Projections for Digital Trends in 2026
Hot Take: “ … understanding my place in the universe and my broader purpose as a human being. That's such a deep, profound conversation, and we're having it with robots. It. There's something ironic. A computer program.”
Hot Take: “ Nothing in any of this is a binary choice and we've got to stop kidding ourselves that there is this magic one ring to rule them all. 'cause there isn't.”
#AI #GenerativeAI #AgenticAI #Internet #Digital #Inclusion
Find Simon Kemp on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eskimon/
🔗Digital 2026 Report via DataReportal: https://datareportal.com/reports/?tag=Global
Find Theodora Lau on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/theodoralau/
🔗My latest book: Banking on (Artificial) Intelligence: https://www.bankingonaibook.com/
🔗About Unconventional Ventures and the One Vision Podcast: https://www.unconventionalventures.com/
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