Innovation For All - The IFA Podcast

IFA 2024 | Safe and Free in the Digital Age: In Conversation with Least Authority (EN)

How do “Innovation for All” and “Security and Privacy for All” fit together? Together with Least Authority, we explore the intersection of innovation, privacy and security, empowering people to navigate the digital world with confidence, the challenges of regulations such as GDPR and the future of digital security.

Guest: Liz Steininger // CEO (Least Authority)

IFA 2024 | Quality Without Borders: Insights from HQTS Group (EN)

Together with HQTS Group, we take a look behind the scenes of the global manufacturing industry. The conversation covers contract manufacturing, international quality control, regulatory requirements and how independent service providers can support companies from product development through to launch.

Guest: Salman Khan // Regional Vice President (HQTS Group)

IFA 2024 | Deep Dive Audio: A Revolution in Sound (EN)

Brandenburg Labs explains how Deep Dive Audio is redefining immersive sound experiences. The episode explores precise sound localisation, new opportunities for studios and research, and the next generation of headphones for music, gaming and AR/VR.

Guest: Karlheinz Brandenburg // Founder (Brandenburg Labs)

IFA 2024 | Connected, Secure, Future-Oriented: The Connectivity Standards Alliance in Focus (EN)

How is the Connectivity Standards Alliance shaping the future of the smart home through standards such as Matter? We discuss secure and energy-efficient devices, the Product Security Verified Mark and how security and interoperability can be maintained as the Internet of Things continues to evolve.

Guest: Tobin Richardson // President & CEO (Connectivity Standards Alliance)

IFA 2024 | Home Appliances of the Future: Sustainability, Intelligence and Connectivity

Together with experts from BSH, we explore the next generation of home appliances. Topics include energy-efficient technologies, intelligent and connected devices, Matter, artificial intelligence and how high-tech features can be combined with ease of use and sustainability.

Guests: Enrico Hoffmann & Andreas Teine // Head of Sales for Central Europe and DACH (BSH Hausgeräte GmbH) & Head of Product Marketing for Central Europe (BSH Hausgeräte GmbH)

IFA 2024 | Technikfaultier at IFA

At IFA, we spontaneously catch up with Carsten, better known as Technikfaultier. Together, we discuss his impressions of the show: what worked particularly well, where there is room for improvement and what he would like to see from IFA in the future.

Guest: Carsten aka Technikfaultier // Tech YouTuber & Content Creator (Technikfaultier)

IFA 2024 | Haier: Smart Solutions for a Connected Home (EN)

With Gianpiero Bonfiglioli, we explore Haier’s vision for an intelligently connected home. The conversation focuses on energy efficiency, AI-powered personalisation, connecting different appliances through the hOn app and how smart-home technologies are changing everyday life.

Guest: Gianpiero Bonfiglioli // Smart Home Expert (Haier)

IFA 2024 | EssilorLuxottica: Visionary Eyewear and the Digital Future (EN)

EssilorLuxottica provides insights into the convergence of traditional eyewear and digital innovation. The episode explores its collaboration with Meta, Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses and how intelligent eyewear could transform the future of the industry.

Guest: Davide D'Alena & Mark Walther // Eyewear & Smart Eyewear Technology Experts (EssilorLuxottica)

IFA 2024 | Frontnow: The Future of E-Commerce

Marc Funk discusses the use of artificial intelligence in e-commerce and Frontnow’s vision for fundamentally improving the digital shopping experience. We also explore the origins of the start-up, the challenges of building an AI company and the future of shopping.

Guest: Marc Funk // Co-Founder (Frontnow)

IFA 2024 | How Auracast Is Revolutionising Bluetooth Technology (EN)

Chuck Sabin explains how Auracast is transforming Bluetooth audio and opening up entirely new use cases. From public spaces to personal audio devices, the conversation covers practical applications, technical challenges and the next steps for the technology.

Guest: Chuck Sabin // Bluetooth Expert (Bluetooth SIG)

IFA 2024 | heat it, just heat it (EN)

Lukas Liedtke introduces heat it, a compact insect-bite healer powered directly by a smartphone. We discuss the idea behind the product, the journey from development to building a company and how a small everyday problem can become an innovative hardware solution.

Guest: Lukas Liedtke // Co-Founder (heat it)

IFA 2024 | Dinner Is Served: The Deutschland Kocht Final at IFA

The grand final of Deutschland Kocht takes place at IFA. We follow the finalist teams from the North, East, South and West regions, hear from contestants and judges and find out who can prevail in the decisive cooking competition.

Guests: Finalists, Jury & Organisers // Final (Deutschland Kocht)

IFA 2024 | Our Highlight Companies at IFA100 - Part 2

In the second part of our company highlights, we speak with representatives from Thomson, Liebherr, Metz, SharkNinja, Miele and Vestel. They share their experiences at IFA, personal highlights, new products and what makes the event special for their brands.

Guests: Thomson, Liebherr, Metz, SharkNinja, Miele & Vestel // Company Representatives (IFA 2024)

IFA 2024 | Our Highlight Companies at IFA100 - Part 1

In the first part of our company highlights, representatives from LG, Samsung, Sony, Panasonic and TCL share their perspectives. We discuss their expectations for IFA100, standout moments at the show and the importance of IFA for their brands and innovations.

Guests: LG, Samsung, Sony, Panasonic & TCL // Company Representatives (IFA 2024)

Rainer Seider on Connecting the World with Berlin

International relations between Berlin and the rest of the world are diverse and complex. Rainer Seider explains how Berlin builds international bridges, helps local companies access global markets and connects international businesses with Berlin as a business location.

Guest: Rainer Seider // Head of Unit for International Relations (State of Berlin)

Implementing a Smart City

Laurelie Martin discusses smart cities, sustainability and the future of the real-estate industry. We explore how new technologies can be implemented in cities and buildings, the challenges involved and how digital solutions can contribute to more efficient and sustainable urban environments.

Guest: Laurelie Martin // Entrepreneur & Co-Founder (UnitedShare GmbH)

Bonus | qoob: The Capsule for Privacy

Whether used as a private retreat or a meeting room, qoob presents a concept for flexible spaces in public and professional environments. We discuss modern features, comfortable use and the idea behind compact capsules designed to provide peace, privacy and focus.

Guest: Stefanie Sloboda // Business Administration and Communication (qoob GmbH)

A Passion for Toys and Their Future Development

Christian Krömer and Markus Utomo share their different perspectives on the world of toys. Together with a toy retailer and a toy designer, we look at the future of the industry and discuss gamification, artificial intelligence and developments in the toy market.

Guests: Christian Krömer // CEO (Toysino GmbH) & Markus Utomo // Creative Director & Toy Designer (self-employed)

Bonus | Countdown to IFA with Leif Lindner and Peter Zyprian

Shortly before the anniversary edition of IFA begins, Leif Lindner and Peter Zyprian answer some of the most important questions surrounding IFA100. They discuss final preparations, their personal expectations and what visitors and the retail industry can particularly look forward to.

Guests: Leif Lindner // CEO (IFA Management GmbH) & Peter Zyprian // IFA Retail Ambassador (IFA Management GmbH)

A Conversation with Mali M Baum on Technology, Diversity and IFA's Influence (EN)

Mali M Baum shares her views, visions and approaches to helping companies, particularly start-ups, grow and improve. The conversation focuses on technology, diversity and the issues businesses need to consider when scaling, with a particular focus on women.

Guest: Mali M Baum // CEO & Founder (WLOUNGE)

Bonus | Dinner Is Served: Deutschland Kocht Heads to the IFA Final

In the Deutschland Kocht semi-final, 16 winning teams from the North, East, South and West groups compete for a place in the final at IFA. We hear from the amateur cooks, judges and organisers as they make their way towards the grand final.

Guests: Amateur Cooks, Jury & Organisers // Semi-Final (Deutschland Kocht)

125 Years: Miele Presents an Impressive Past, Present and Future

125 years of Miele meet 100 years of IFA. Dr Axel Kniehl discusses the history and success of the brand, current trends and technologies, and the innovations and developments the premium appliance manufacturer is planning for the future.

Guest: Dr Axel Kniehl // Managing Director Marketing & Sales (Miele)

Bonus | Exploring the Composition of Music and Technology with William Goldstein (EN)

Composer William Goldstein discusses his experiences and visions at the intersection of music and technology. The conversation explores artificial intelligence, new creative possibilities, innovation in the music industry and how technological progress is changing the work of artists.

Guest: William Goldstein // Composer & Recording Artist (self-employed)

Bonus | First Reactions: The IFA Kick-off Event

At the IFA kick-off and the opening of the exhibition celebrating IFA’s 100th anniversary at Bikini Berlin, we gather first impressions and reactions. What do people associate with IFA, what are they looking forward to most, what memories do they have of the show and what invention would they like to discover at IFA?

Guests: Visitors & Participants // Voices from the IFA Kick-off Event (IFA Berlin)

Peter Zyprian on His Role as IFA Retail Ambassador

Peter Zyprian is IFA’s ambassador for the retail industry. He talks to retailers, contributes his extensive industry expertise and builds a bridge between retail and IFA. In this episode, he discusses his role, current retail topics and everything worth knowing about IFA.

Guest: Peter Zyprian // IFA Retail Ambassador (IFA Management GmbH)

Leif Lindner on His Role as CEO of IFA Berlin

From magician to CEO: Leif Lindner answers questions about the future of IFA. What makes the anniversary edition special, why did he take on the CEO position and how can the show become more attractive to younger audiences such as Gen Z? A personal introduction to the world behind IFA.

Guest: Leif Lindner // CEO (IFA Management GmbH)