Innovation and Technology
Year in Review Roundup and Vision for 2025
Himani Verma
Contributor
The year 2024 has been a defining chapter for Dinis Guarda and the Ztudium Group, marked by significant advancements across industries. Dinis Guarda is the creator and CEO of the Ztudium Group, which encompasses platforms like citiesabc.com, businessabc.net, wisdomia.ai, and sportsabc.org.
Dinis Guarda’s influence as a global thought leader reached new heights in 2024. Recognised as a leading global influencer and thinker in domains such as AI, blockchain, metaverse, fintech, and smart cities, Dinis has consistently been ranked among the top thought leaders globally. As per Thinkers 360, SocialBlade, and Cointelegraph, he holds positions in various "Top 10" lists, including:
- Top 10 Thought Leader FinTech
- Top 10 Thought Leader Blockchain
- Top 10 Thought Leader Smart Cities
- Top 10 Thought Leader Digital Twins
- Top 10 Thought Leader Metaverse
- Top 10 Thought Leader NFT
- Top 25 Thought Leader AI
As the creator and CEO of Ztudium Group, Dinis Guarda continues to focus on leveraging emerging technologies to create innovative solutions and foster sustainable growth.
Dinis Guarda Podcast Show: Content Milestones 2024
Dinis Guarda's Social media channels have produced and shared over 185 reels and shorts to cater to the growing demand for quick, impactful content. These clips are crafted to deliver value-packed ideas in a concise format, making them highly shareable and engaging.
The Dinis Guarda YouTube channel has gained over 21 million views and has 201,000 subscribers, ranking among the top 1,089 global tech channels on YouTube, according to Socialblade. On Instagram, Dinis Guarda has a large following of 980,000 followers, and his monthly reach extends to over 21.3 million views across all platforms.
Dinis Guarda also has a huge direct audience of more than 2.034 million followers. On X (formerly Twitter), he has 134,500 followers, while 38,900 professionals follow his LinkedIn profile. On Facebook, he has 553,000 followers, and on TikTok, his content reaches 126,700+ followers.
This year, Dinis Guarda's YouTube channel has successfully released over 70 high-quality videos, encompassing in-depth interviews, expert insights, and discussions.
Techabc series
In 2024, Dinis Guarda and the Ztudium Group introduced the TechABC Series, a thought-provoking collection of episodes that delve into the transformative potential of emerging technologies across various industries.
With over six captivating episodes, this series provides in-depth insights into topics such as human AI, Artificial General Intelligence (AGI), AI in construction, and much more, showcasing the innovative applications of these technologies and their impact on shaping the future.
The episodes in the series include: 3D Printing and Review of Creality Ender-5 S1 3D Printer, 3D, Spatial Computing, AR/VR/MR, and AI for Humanity, Humans: AI Legacy versus AI Generative AI AGI, AI Xperience Evolution Ecosystem, Industrial AI, AI in Construction and Real Estate, and AI in Healthcare.
Booksabc series
This year ztudium booksabc started and Dinis Guarda published the following books:
- Blueprint for Smart Cities- A Social Contract, Second Edition
- ‘AI in Construction and Real Estate’ Disrupting the $379 Trillion Industry: Book Research (with a foreword from The Lord David Evans of Watford, Member of the House of Lords, Lord Temporal, and Chairman of Publishing, Consultancy and Healthcare, and Charity)
Media highlights/Recognition and Accolades
Dinis Guarda has achieved significant recognition as a global thought leader and influencer, particularly through platforms such as Thinkers360. His expertise spans a wide range of industries and disciplines, earning him numerous accolades across diverse fields. He has been ranked as a Top 10 Thought Leader in FinTech, Blockchain, Smart Cities, Cryptocurrency, Digital Twins, Metaverse, and NFTs. His contributions to emerging technologies and innovation have also placed him among the Top 25 Thought Leaders in Artificial Intelligence and AR/VR.
Beyond technology, Dinis has been acknowledged for his influence in broader areas of societal and business impact. He has been ranked as a Top 50 Thought Leader in CSR, Digital Transformation, Climate Change, Big Data, and Open Innovation. Additionally, his work in promoting entrepreneurship and sustainability has secured him a place among the Top 100 Thought Leaders in these categories.
Dinis was also featured in the BBC documentary “Me and My Digital Twin” by Ghislaine Boddington. This documentary spotlighted the innovative work of Ztudium and its platforms, particularly Wisdomia.ai and the Leonardo da Vinci AI Agent. Through this feature, the BBC explored the concept of digital twins, highlighting advancements in artificial intelligence and creative technology.
Live.theworldgames.org is the official streaming platform for The World Games. It was created as a partnership between International Sports Broadcasting (ISB) and the Sportsabc.org part of Ztudium Group. The OTT platform offers live and on-demand coverage of The World Games and related events, using advanced technology to improve the viewing experience for fans around the world.
Dinis Guarda’s expertise and insights have been widely recognised by some of the world’s most prominent media outlets. He has been featured on leading platforms, including, CNBC, VentureBeat, Bloomberg, Forbes, WIRED, Cointelegraph, Entrepreneur, Business Insider, Reuters, Yahoo! Finance, MarketWatch, INSIDER, The Economic Times, Barron’s, Crowdfund Insider, Money, Benzinga, Finenzen, and The Asian Banker. His thought leadership continues to inspire and inform industry leaders and broader audiences worldwide.
Dinis Guarda: Keynote Speaker 2024
Dinis was a keynote speaker at the I-Nation Global Summit 2024, organised by MRANTI in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Themed "Collaborate. Innovate. Elevate.", the three-day summit brought together tech innovators, policymakers, and business leaders to address global challenges and promote sustainable solutions. Sharing the stage with the Deputy Prime Minister of Malaysia and other esteemed leaders.
Dinis also played a pivotal role in the Chicago AI Week, organised by AI2030, an event showcasing the transformative potential of AI across industries. As one of the speakers, he highlighted advancements in artificial intelligence and its impact on global innovation. The event featured global AI and technology leaders and introduced the Leonardo da Vinci AI Agent, created with the proprietary AI.DNA technology of Wisdomia.ai.
Dinis Guarda was a special international guest and keynote speaker at the 10th World Peace Parliament of Science, Religion, and Philosophy 2024, held on 3rd October 2024 at the World Peace Dome, MIT World Peace University (MIT WPU), Pune, India.
Dinis addressed an audience of over 2,000 people at the World Peace Dome and reached millions globally through live streaming. His keynote focused on the transformative role of technology, AI, blockchain, and innovation in creating sustainable and peaceful solutions for global challenges. He stated:
“The world is changing faster than ever with Al and the 4IR. My ambition is to create, discuss and think cutting edge Al, blockchain, smart(er) cities, 3D spatial computing, fintech tech products/solutions for the betterment of humanity, the world and lead with integrity!
I am committed to deliver impact responsibly and maintain the trust of society, academia, clients, brands, colleagues, and the world. I aim to create and innovate through the highest professional and ethical standards. These are embedded in my daily practices, from the way I research, build products, select clients and suppliers to how we protect data.”
About Dinis Guarda
As the Founder, Chairman, and CEO of Ztudium group, Dinis Guarda leads multiple ventures focused on digital transformation, AI, and blockchain. His key initiatives include techabc, businessabc.net, wisdomia.ai, sportsabc.org, and idna.technology.
In addition to his leadership roles, Dinis Guarda has co-created and developed several other influential platforms. These include citiesabc.com, which addresses smart city solutions, and businessabc.net, a platform dedicated to global enterprises. He has also launched fashionabc.org, connecting fashion with technology, and metaverseabc.tech, which explores advancements in virtual environments.
Other initiatives, such as tradersdna.com, hedgethink.com, and blocksdna.tech, focus on financial markets, blockchain, and fintech. Platforms like MStudios and wisdomia foster creativity and education, contributing to his overarching vision for empowering communities through knowledge and technology.
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