Who says oil fields can’t get a tech makeover? Amplified Industries is turning the energy game on its head with slick software that cuts spills, boosts production, and saves cash—all while making advanced tech easy for operators to use. Founded by two MIT whizzes with backgrounds in quantum physics and investment banking, this Boston-based startup has gone from tinkering with small wells to tackling big operations, proving that big brains and bold ideas can modernize even the most traditional industries. It's Silicon Valley meets the oil patch, and it’s changing the future of energy. Digital Wildcatters brings the energy community together through events, cutting-edge content, and powerful tools. Join our online community at collide.io. Engage with experts, level up your career, and ask Collide AI your toughest technical questions. Click here to watch a video of this episode. 00:00 - Intro00:54 - Eric Zhang Interview03:34 - Sebastian Mannai Insights12:12 - College Experiences of Eric and Anurag18:16 - Upcoming Fatherhood for Eric and Anurag20:15 - Overview of Amplified Industries24:10 - Official Launch Timeline26:15 - Running Oil and Gas Tech in Boston29:14 - AmplifAI's Spill Prevention Technology33:10 - Target Market: Smaller, Older Wells38:17 - Business Collaboration with ScaleUp42:06 - Data Management: Quality vs. Quantity44:18 - Costs of Running SCADA Systems45:39 - Surviving Boston BBQ Culture47:55 - Top Restaurants in Boston51:06 - Boston Sports Scene53:53 - Finding Amplified Industries54:43 - Conclusion and Wrap-Uphttps://www.instagram.com/digitalwildcattershttps://www.tiktok.com/@digitalwildcattershttps://www.facebook.com/digitalwildcattershttps://twitter.com/DWildcatters