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Michael Platt

Co-Founder & CEO, BlueCrest Capital

Search every verified Michael Platt interview, podcast appearance, and on-the-record quote — each transcript cross-checked by AI and human review to confirm speaker identity. On June 18, 2026, Michael Platt appeared on the podcast "C-Suite Confidential" to discuss neuroscience, leadership, and artificial intelligence. He argued that while technology is accelerating, human evolution has not kept pace, and that modern brains are adapted for a different environment than the one shaped by current technology. Platt stated that algorithms are designed to exploit how the brain works, making people "addicted to this technology." Platt also discussed the concept of "brain capital," warning against the pursuit of short-term gains at the expense of workers. He said that investing in employees is where long-term value lies. He expressed concern about offloading work to AI, stating that "use it or lose it" applies to cognitive skills, and emphasized the growing premium on social-emotional intelligence, creativity, and resilience.

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