AI, What Is It Good For? With Curt Schacker of TrackVision

AI, What Is It Good For? With Curt Schacker of TrackVision

Author: Stephen Statler May 5, 2026 Duration: 53:15

What is AI actually good for? Curt Schacker, Co-founder of TrackVision, joins me to answer that question with a real-world example that will resonate with anyone who has ever stared down a mountain of pre-project groundwork. The conversation explores where AI genuinely delivers, what it still cannot replace, and why the hardest part of any implementation might soon get a whole lot easier.


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Mister Beacon is hosted by Steve Statler, CEO of ambientChat.ai — Using AI to connect people with places and products  with an app that puts you in control of YOUR data.


Our sponsor is Identiv https://www.identiv.com, whose IoT solutions create digital identities for physical objects, enhancing global connectivity for businesses, people, and the planet. We are also sponsored by Blecon http://www.blecon.net. Blecon enables physical products to communicate with cloud applications using Bluetooth Low Energy.


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Hosted by Stephen Statler, author of the book "Beacon Technologies," The Mr. Beacon Ambient IoT Podcast explores the quiet revolution happening at the intersection of our physical and digital lives. This isn't about far-off futures; it's about the proximity and location technologies being deployed right now, from Bluetooth beacons to broader ambient IoT systems, that are fundamentally changing how we interact with the world. Each episode features a direct conversation with the founders, engineers, and executives leading companies at the very center of this transformation. You'll hear specific, grounded discussions about the real-world challenges and opportunities in designing solutions that leverage location awareness. The dialogue goes beyond theory, delving into the practical business and technology decisions shaping this space. For anyone curious about how our environments are becoming smarter and more responsive, this podcast offers an essential, behind-the-scenes look at the people making it happen. Tune in for thoughtful interviews that cut through the hype to examine the actual tools and strategies building the connected world.
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