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Edward Bernardon: Revving up Formula One with AI

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Join us as we sit down with Edward Bernardon, VP of Motorsports and Racing Strategy at Siemens Digital Industry Software. Ed delves into the fascinating ways motorsports have driven groundbreaking innovations in the automotive industry, from rearview mirrors to cutting-edge EV battery systems. Discover how AI is transforming racing strategies and enhancing performance on the track, and hear Ed’s take on the future of autonomous vehicles and emerging technologies. This episode is a must...

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