The AI Boom: Investing, Innovation & Everyday Applications with Tejas Dessai of Global X and Andrea Mondello of Withum

The AI BoomInvesting, Innovation & Everyday ApplicationsArtificial Intelligence is often described as the most transformative technology of our time - but how much of that is real today, and what’s still years away? In our latest episode of Amplified Wealth, we bring you two in-depth conversations on AI’s future:Tejas Dessai – GlobalX Director of ResearchTejas covers disruptive technologies and thematic investing. He shares his perspective on AI as an “economic turbocharger,” the infrastructure challenges (chips, power, and data centers), and why the U.S. still leads the global AI race.Andrea Mondello – Withum’s Data & AI Services LeaderAndrea brings the conversation back to the business world, showing how companies are actually applying AI today. From voice analysis to AI-driven field reporting, she explains what works, what doesn’t, and how to avoid “AI FOMO.”Together, these conversations give you both the investment lens and the practical business lens - a rare, full-spectrum look at where AI stands now. Listen now on your favorite podcast platform.----Timestamps: 00:39 — Intro & introducing Global X's Tejas Dessai 07:14 — AI as both productivity booster and massive capex wave 13:29 — AI adoption pace, usage stats & US–China race 20:18 — AI value chain & infrastructure build-out 44:59 — Introducing Andrea Mondello from Withum - humanoid robots & companion AI 49:22 — Business-first AI wins & governance 56:45 — Field ops + pro services automation - AI case studies 01:04:41 — Richer RAG, agents, buy-vs-build & ethics Nothing contained in this presentation should be construed as personalized advice, or solicitation to buy or sell any securities.  Past performance may not be indicative of future results.  Different types of investments involve varying degrees of risk.  There can be no assurance that the future performance of any specific investment or non-investment related content in this Podcast will be profitable or suitable for your individual situation.  Due to changing market conditions and/or applicable laws, the content may no longer be reflective of current opinions.  The opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the participants and may not reflect those of the firm.  To the extent you have any questions regarding the applicability of anything discussed to your individual situation, you are encouraged to consult with the professional advisor of your choosing.  The firm is neither a law firm, nor a certified public accounting firm, and no portion of this content should be construed as legal or accounting advice.