Many organizations are chasing AI's promise. But who's actually delivering results? In this episode of The AI Proving Ground Podcast, we take you inside WWT's AI Day STL, where real-world success stories meet tactical, boots-on-the-ground guidance for enterprise AI transformation. It's what we call "Practical AI." This episode explores the four phases of AI maturity, why clear use cases are more valuable than code, and how agentic AI and data readiness are reshaping the enterprise landscape.

How is AI reshaping the future of cybersecurity — and what can we learn from one of the pioneers leading the charge? Join Akamai CEO and co-founder Tom Leighton in a candid conversation with WWT's Traci Byrne as they explore how Akamai has evolved from content delivery trailblazer to a key player in global cybersecurity. This discussion will unpack the growing importance of API security, the role of AI in strengthening digital defenses and what it takes to stay resilient amid increasingly complex threats and geopolitical pressures. Whether you're navigating enterprise security challenges or simply curious about where the industry is headed, this session offers thoughtful perspectives and timely insights you can apply in your own work.

As AI innovation intensifies, one domain is already feeling the impact: software development. In this episode, WWT experts Nate McKie and Andrew Athan explore how AI-powered coding assistants are improving developer productivity and reshaping enterprise engineering. From Copilot to agentic tools capable of autonomous code generation, they examine how organizations are navigating this transition, balancing speed with quality and redefining the role of human developers. Whether you're leading a dev team or charting your company's AI roadmap, this is a must-listen for understanding the real-world implications of AI in engineering.