CEO of Microsoft on AI Agents & Quantum

While he hardly needs an introduction, few leaders have shaped the future of technology quite like Satya Nadella.He stepped into Microsoft’s top job at a catalytic moment—making bold bets on the cloud, embedding AI into the fabric of computing, all while staying true to Microsoft’s vision of becoming a “software factory.”In this conversation with Aditya Agarwal and Ruchi Sanghvi, Satya discusses:• his approach to building early at Microsoft and why we all need to continue “refounding” • the future of AI and why critical thinking will remain at a premium• Microsoft’s partnership with OpenAI, his vision for quantum, and moreConnect with us here:1. Satya Nadella – https://x.com/satyanadella2. Ruchi Sanghvi – https://x.com/rsanghvi3. Aditya Agarwal – https://x.com/adityaag4. South Park Commons – https://x.com/southpkcommons00:00 Trailer00:57 Introduction02:03 Joining Microsoft06:39 Culture and relevance11:21 Winning and not winning17:37 Making that turnaround happen22:30 Contrarian leadership belief23:35 Investments in startups27:33 Foundation models31:07 Artificial intelligence36:32 The future40:39 Quantum computing44:53 Multiverse45:33 The next generation 50:10 Being competitive52:34 Outro