Tech & Trust in 2025: The Good, The Bad and The Big Bets for 2026 - EP14

🎙️ with Trusha Rolvering - Director Transformation @adidas

🎙️ with Carina Hauswald - Managing Partner @GlobeOne

🎙️ with Kathrin Steinbichler - Director Narrative Consulting

🎙️ with Mirja Schwartz - Head of Business Development @showz

Summary

In this episode of the in-between trust podcast, host Eva Simone Lihotzky engages in a thought-provoking discussion with four women leaders about the intersection of technology and trust as they look ahead to 2026. The conversation recaps personal and organizational trust in technology, the challenges of AI adoption, and the balance between efficiency and human connection. Each guest shares insights on how to navigate the complexities of technology in their respective fields, culminating in predictions for the future of AI and its impact on trust in 2026.

🔑 Takeaways

The intersection of tech and trust is crucial for transformation.

Trust is a significant barrier to changing human behaviors.

AI can enhance efficiency but requires a shift in mindset.

Organizations need to create space for exploration and experimentation with AI.

Transparency in using AI builds trust with clients and teams.

The speed of technological change can overwhelm organizations.

AI should complement human skills rather than replace them.

Future conversations will focus on new business models and possibilities.

Reflection and pause are essential in the fast-paced tech landscape.

Empowering individuals to explore technology fosters trust and innovation.

🎙️ Sound bites

"It's about trust to communicate yourself."

"AI frees up lots of space and time mentally."

"We need moments to reflect and pause."

⏱️ Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Intersection of Tech and Trust

05:18 Exploring Personal and Organizational Trust in Technology

13:45 Navigating Expectations vs. Reality in AI Adoption

21:09 The Future of AI: Efficiency vs. Human Connection

34:23 Betting on the Future: Predictions for 2026

40:44 Reflections and Closing Thoughts

🔭 Keywords

tech, trust, AI, transformation, organizational change, human behavior, efficiency, communication, strategy, future predictions

💻 Links

in-between trust on Instagram: @inbetween_trust

More about Trusha Rolvering: https://tinyurl.com/2pj5k69w

More about Kathrin Steinbichler: https://tinyurl.com/2rv2hpef

More about Carina Hauswald: https://tinyurl.com/4twrc37h

More about Mirja Schwartz: https://tinyurl.com/mr26cv3p