Rule30
John Crook
CEO Rule30
John Crook is a seasoned technology leader whose career has spanned software engineering, business leadership, and artificial intelligence. Beginning his journey in the UK with a background in physics, John transitioned into software development at British Telecom before moving to New Zealand and later the United States during the dot-com boom. At Intel, he played a pivotal role in software innovation, earning multiple patents and contributing to the company’s technological advancements. After the dot-com crash, he relocated to Brisbane, where he became CEO of Softlink and later joined Constellation Software Inc., a global leader in software acquisitions.
A lifelong enthusiast of artificial intelligence, John wrote his first neural network program in the 1980s and has remained at the forefront of AI’s evolution. Since 2016, he has been deeply involved in AI research and education, completing Stanford’s machine learning courses and advising businesses on leveraging AI for future growth. As a thought leader, he delivers talks worldwide on AI’s disruptive potential, guiding organizations through the ever-changing technological landscape.
https://rule30.ai/
About Rule30
At Rule30 Technologies, we are a collective of scientists and engineers dedicated to exploring the intricate connections between dynamical complex systems and advanced machine learning algorithms.
Our mission is to enhance traditional analytical tools, developed over decades in fields such as physics and complex adaptive systems, by integrating them with the representational power of deep neural networks.
This fusion enables us to offer robust and interpretable decision-making solutions, particularly in multi-agent systems, allowing organizations to fully leverage available data and expert domain knowledge.
Recognizing the challenges inherent in complex systems, we employ a principled approach that combines the strengths of various algorithmic classes. By doing so, we empower businesses to navigate and thrive in an ever-evolving digital landscape, ensuring they remain at the forefront of innovation and efficiency.
What No One is Telling You About AI’s Future or Past | John Crook from Rule30
What happens in this episode?
In this episode of The Tech Panel, we sit down with John Crook, CEO of Rule30, to explore his decades-long career in software development, AI, and tech acquisitions. With a background spanning British Telecom, Intel, Softlink, and Constellation Software Inc. (CSI), John shares deep insights into AI disruption, software business growth, and the power of decentralized acquisition models.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✅ The rise of AI and neural networks—John’s journey from writing his first AI program in the 1980s to today’s breakthroughs
✅ How Constellation Software Inc. built a global empire by acquiring and scaling Vertical Market Software (VMS) companies
✅ Lessons from the dot-com boom and bust—navigating tech cycles and industry shifts
✅ The real impact of DeepSeek AI, ChatGPT, and AI-driven innovation on global markets
✅ Why Australia could be a major player in the future of AI and software development
✅ Key software tools every business should use to stay ahead
🔥 AI vs. Human Intelligence?
The Future of Business Depends on It!
With companies like Nvidia, Microsoft, and Google adapting to the latest AI-driven competition, how can businesses leverage AI without falling into the trap of hype-driven innovation?
John breaks it all down with real-world strategies from his work with CSI’s global portfolio.
