From AI to Sovereignty and Robotics: The Oxford Dynamics Vision | Oxford Business Insights Podcast

In this episode of the Oxford Business Insights Podcast, host Nick Gowens speaks with Mike Lawton, CEO of Oxford Dynamics, about how his company is redefining artificial intelligence for high-stakes, high-integrity environments. A serial entrepreneur and former Barclays Tech Entrepreneur of the Year, Mike has founded four technology businesses — including Oxford Space Systems — and now leads a pioneering AI company focused on transparency, sovereignty, and real-world impact. Discover how Oxford Dynamics is building AI that people can trust — powering defence, healthcare, and emergency response systems through explainable algorithms and ethical innovation. In this conversation, you’ll learn: • The story behind Oxford Dynamics and its mission-driven founding team • How the AVIS platform delivers transparent, explainable AI for regulated sectors • Why the Strider robot is reshaping how AI operates in the field • The importance of UK tech sovereignty and self-reliance • Mike’s philosophy on ethics, leadership, and innovation in science 🎧 Listen on Spotify: 👉 https://open.spotify.com/show/3H3KxJs... 📺 Subscribe on YouTube: 👉    / @oxfordbusinessinsightspodcast   🌐 Learn more about Oxford Dynamics: https://www.oxforddynamics.ai #oxfordbusinessinsights #podcast #AI #robotics #technology #innovation #sovereignty #leadership #entrepreneurship #defence #ethics #engineering #businessgrowth #actioncoach #businesscoach #oxfordshirebusiness