Interconnected

Quantum computing isn’t just a futuristic idea; it’s rapidly becoming a present-day reality, and with it comes a new kind of security challenge. In this episode of Interconnected , Equinix’s Glenn Dekhayser and Petrina Steele talk to Tom Patteson, the Global Lead for Emerging Technology Security at Accenture, a global tech and management consultancy that delivers strategy, design, and execution fo...

Quantum computing has moved past theory and into engineering, infrastructure, and enterprise strategy. In this episode, Equinix’s Glenn Dekhayser and Petrina Steele sit down with the leaders shaping quantum’s next chapter to examine how the technology is transitioning from lab experiments to scalable, commercial systems, and what that shift really requires.  First, John Martinis, 2025 Nobel Pr...

Gaming has been the R&D engine of every major technology shift for the past 25–30 years. In this episode of Interconnected, hosts Shaneil Lafayette (Senior Product Marketing Manager, Equinix) and Thomas Gould (Senior Manager, Equinix) sit down with Royal O’Brien, CEO of Expanxia, and Wesley Kuo, CEO of Ubitus, to unpack how gaming evolved far beyond entertainment to become the proving ground f...

Autonomous technology is shifting from pilot projects to practical infrastructure. From robotaxis in Phoenix to delivery drones in Shenzhen and automated yard trucks at ports, machines are starting to move people and goods with minimal human input. Every safe, reliable autonomous mile depends on invisible digital systems; edge compute for real-time decision-making, low-latency connectivity, and da...

Finance is evolving from an institution-led system to one defined by code, connectivity and cryptographic trust. As Sheila Warren explains, blockchain replaces centralized recordkeepers with transparent, peer-to-peer networks that enable programmable money. Stablecoins, digital tokens pegged to fiat value, are already transforming cross-border payments, making them faster, cheaper and globally acc...

Food security in the 21st century goes beyond farmland or stronger crops, it now will also rely on real-time data, AI-enabled insights, and smarter distribution networks. In this episode of Interconnected, hosts Kyle Hilgendorf and Christina Spinney are joined by global agrifood CEO and founder Christine Gould to explore how the world’s most essential industry is being transformed by digital infra...

What if AI could help us live longer, healthier lives—starting now? In this episode of Interconnected, hosts Shaniel Lafayette and Kyle Hilgendorf are joined by world-renowned cardiologist, scientist and author Dr. Eric Topol, as well as decentralized tech pioneer Jim Nasr to unpack how AI might catch diseases before they start, put patients back in control of their data, and unlock new possibilit...

Welcome to the first episode of Interconnected, a podcast about the hidden systems powering innovation. Hosts Shaniel Lafayette, Glenn Dekhayser, and Kyle Hilgendorf introduce themselves and explore the megatrends shaping the digital future. From the rise of agentic AI to the infrastructure challenges behind today’s creator economy, the conversation offers expert perspective on what is changing, a...

Modern life runs on technology. From groundbreaking medical breakthroughs to AI-powered productivity, innovation is reshaping how we live and work. But what powers that technology? Behind every screen, app, and digital interaction is an unseen force—a massive, intelligent infrastructure that delivers mind-bending volumes of data and compute power. It’s what enables chatbots to answer your question...