Pagers, Telcos & The Ai Bubble - Ben Roberts | Coffee Pump (E066)

Konnichiwa Fam! On E066, I sit down with Ben Roberts, the former CEO of Liquid Telecom. Ben has shaped the African connectivity landscape for years and this episode goes deep into his story, his lessons and where the world is heading. Here’s what we got into: How Ben got into tech, physics and his early engineering days His journey through Ericsson, VOIP, satellites and eventually leading Liquid Telecom The rise of AI, the hype cycles and how it compares to earlier tech waves What it takes to build and run telecom infrastructure across Africa Leadership, people management and the future of digital businesses And much more. Hope you enjoy the episode! Best, Team Coffee Pump Find Ben Roberts: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-roberts-9085592/ Website: http://www.digitaleconomy.ke/ Email: [email protected] Video about the AI Bubble: https://youtu.be/VZMFp-mEWoM?si=JnWGS7u76pQNVSpx Coffee Pump Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coffeepumppodcast Coffee Pump Audio: Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ke/podcast/coffee-pump/id1755013994 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0X1unCgwcsMSoG7YfgAu73 Find our host, Sajid Vayani: Instagram: https://instagram.com/sajidvayani TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sajvayani YouTube: https://youtube.com/@sajidvayani Twitter / X: https://x.com/sajvayani?s=21 Disclaimer: The content of The Coffee Pump Podcast is intended for entertainment and informational purposes only. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed by the hosts and guests are solely their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of The Coffee Pump Podcast, its affiliates, or any associated entities. Nothing discussed in this podcast should be construed as professional advice in any field, including but not limited to legal, financial, medical, or business matters. Any statements made about businesses, products, or individuals are based on personal experiences and opinions and are not meant to be taken as fact or a definitive review. The Coffee Pump Podcast does not assume any liability for the accuracy, completeness, or consequences of using the information discussed. Listeners are encouraged to form their own opinions, conduct their own research, and seek professional guidance where appropriate. By listening to this podcast, you acknowledge that The Coffee Pump Podcast is not responsible for any actions or decisions made based on the content provided.