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Norges Bank Investment Management · Business

In Good Company with Nicolai Tangen

The CEO of the largest single investor in the world, Norges Bank Investment Management, interviews leaders of some of the largest companies in the world. You will get to know the leader, their strategy, leadership principles, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Friday Wrap-Up: The Humanoid Robotics Race and What You Should Be Reading

02 Oct 2026
12m
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The semiconductor value chain and the evolution of autonomous driving define the current technological landscape. Horizon Robotics, led by founder Kai Yu, exemplifies the critical role of specialized chip suppliers in the automotive sector, shifting from traditional integrated manufacturing toward a model focused on da...

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Horizon Robotics CEO: Car Chips, Mind-Off Driving and China's Speed

30 Sep 2026
47m
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Horizon Robotics serves as a foundational computing platform for autonomous vehicles, positioning itself as the "Intel of robots" by supplying essential chips and software for self-driving technology. Founder and CEO Yu Kai highlights that China’s intensely competitive automotive market accelerates innovation, with dev...

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Friday Wrap-Up: A President's View on Global Power and Learning from Big Tech

25 Sep 2026
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Geopolitical power is undergoing a fundamental transformation, driven by the rising influence of the Global South and the unprecedented scale of major technology companies. Alexander Stubb, President of Finland, identifies the current era as a critical turning point where the Global South will dictate future global tra...

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President Alexander Stubb: A Changing World Order, Democracies Facing AI, and Golfing with Trump

23 Sep 2026
49m
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The global order is undergoing a fundamental shift, moving away from Western dominance toward a multipolar landscape where the Global South plays a decisive role. Navigating this transition requires "values-based realism," a foreign policy approach that balances democratic principles like the rule of law and human righ...

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Friday Wrap-Up: A Guru of Simplification and the AI Slowdown Debate

18 Sep 2026
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Business process optimization requires a disciplined sequence of questioning existing rules, eliminating superfluous steps, and accelerating workflows before pursuing automation. Automating inefficient processes risks cementing bad practices, making simplification a prerequisite for successful AI integration. Global co...

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Jon McNeill: The Algorithm Behind Tesla and SpaceX, Why Automation Should Come Last, and Setting Unrealistic Goals

16 Sep 2026
35m
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Operational success relies on a rigorous, algorithmic approach to business scaling that prioritizes process perfection over premature automation. By questioning base assumptions—such as the necessity of complex product configurations or lengthy legal documents—organizations can eliminate redundant steps and focus on co...

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Friday Wrap-up: Physical AI and China's Speed Advantage

11 Sep 2026
13m
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Automotive manufacturers are evolving into physical AI companies, a shift exemplified by XPeng vice chairman Brian Gu’s vision for the future of transportation. Autonomous driving technology is advancing rapidly, with projections for fully autonomous, "minds-off" vehicles expected by 2035, fundamentally altering concep...

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XPeng Co-President: China's EV Race, Flying Cars and Humanoid Robots

10 Sep 2026
49m
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XPeng is redefining itself as a physical AI company, prioritizing intelligence over simple electrification to gain a competitive edge in the global automotive market. The Chinese sector, currently seeing over 60% new energy vehicle penetration, serves as a high-intensity testing ground that accelerates innovation cycle...

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Friday Wrap-Up: Leadership Longevity and Nicolai's biggest regret

04 Sep 2026
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Traditional industries are undergoing radical transformations through AI and data-driven innovation, as exemplified by John Deere’s evolution from a legacy tractor manufacturer into a technology-focused enterprise. This shift highlights the critical role of technological integration in maintaining agricultural producti...

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John Deere CEO: Farming's Future, Autonomous Tractors and AI in the Field

02 Sep 2026
38m
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John Deere is transitioning from a traditional heavy machinery manufacturer into a technology-driven enterprise by prioritizing precision agriculture and data-centric solutions. CEO John May highlights the "Smart Industrial Strategy," which shifts focus from selling hardware to solving specific customer pain points, su...

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Friday Wrap-Up: A Hedge Fund Legend and Reflections on the Global AI Race

28 Aug 2026
12m
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Sir Paul Marshall, co-founder of the hedge fund Marshall Wace, serves as the focal point for analyzing investment strategies and industry evolution. Marshall’s "TOPS" system highlights the necessity of integrating fundamental analysis with data-driven innovation, a practice mirrored by Norges Bank Investment Management...

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Sir Paul Marshall: Why Markets Are Getting More Competitive, The Logic of Shorting, and Building TOPS

26 Aug 2026
1h 11m
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Sir Paul Marshall, co-founder of the hedge fund Marshall Wace, examines the intersection of human intuition and machine intelligence in modern finance. The firm’s longevity relies on continuous innovation, particularly the AlphaCapture system, which integrates discretionary fundamental insights with systematic data ana...

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Ørsted CEO: Offshore Wind's Boom and Bust, America's Pushback and Rebuilding Trust

19 Aug 2026
49m
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Ørsted’s evolution from a fossil fuel-intensive business into the world’s largest offshore wind company highlights the complexities of large-scale renewable energy infrastructure. CEO Rasmus Errboe details the strategic shift driven by climate realities and the subsequent challenges posed by rising interest rates, supp...

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Bonus: Advice to young people

11 Aug 2026
14m
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Success for young professionals requires a blend of broad experience, resilience, and a commitment to lifelong learning. Rather than rushing to specialize, individuals should cultivate a diverse skill set—often through a liberal arts education—and remain open to lateral career moves that build adaptability. Mentorship ...

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HIGHLIGHTS: Susan Cain

07 Aug 2026
11m
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Introversion and extroversion significantly influence leadership dynamics, workplace productivity, and the adoption of emerging technologies like AI. Author Susan Cain explains that while AI initially offers introverts diverse communication channels, it often evolves into another platform for extroverted self-presentat...

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Susan Cain: Why Introverts Make Great Leaders, Staying Human in the AI Age and the Bittersweet Life

05 Aug 2026
38m
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Introversion, extroversion, and high sensitivity fundamentally shape individual responses to environmental stimulation and professional success. While modern corporate culture often prioritizes extroverted charisma, introverted leaders frequently achieve superior outcomes by fostering proactive teams and maintaining de...

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Bonus: How do CEO’s stay fit?

29 Jul 2026
25m
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High-performance leadership relies on a disciplined integration of mindset, movement, nutrition, and recovery. Successful executives prioritize morning rituals—such as early exercise, meditation, or quiet reflection—to establish mental clarity and order before daily demands escalate. Physical health, including consiste...

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वेंकी रामाकृष्णन: लंबी उम्र जीने का विज्ञान और उसका हाइप (Hindi version)

24 Jul 2026
47m
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एजिंग (उम्र बढ़ना) कोशिकाओं और अणुओं में समय के साथ होने वाले नुकसान और क्षति का संचय है। हालांकि सार्वजनिक स्वास्थ्य और चिकित्सा में सुधार ने औसत जीवन प्रत्याशा को बढ़ाया है, लेकिन मानव जीवन की अधिकतम सीमा अभी भी जैविक रूप से सीमित है। सेलुलर रीप्रोग्रामिंग जैसे वैज्ञानिक प्रयास उम्र बढ़ने की प्रक्रिया को उलटने का वाद...

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HIGHLIGHTS: Venki Ramakrishnan

24 Jul 2026
10m
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Longevity research currently faces a divide between scientific reality and speculative hype. Aging stems from the accumulation of molecular and DNA damage, which triggers cellular senescence and systemic dysfunction. While tech-driven perspectives often treat human biology as a "software" problem to be hacked, the anal...

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Venki Ramakrishnan: The Science and Hype of Living Longer

22 Jul 2026
48m
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Aging represents the gradual loss of function across molecules, cells, and tissues due to accumulated damage. While life expectancy has doubled over the last 150 years through public health advancements, the biological ceiling remains near 120 years. Cellular reprogramming offers a theoretical path to reverse aging, ye...

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