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#168 Ian Bremmer on Regulating AI for a Safer Future Feb 07, 2024

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Join host Craig Smith on episode #168 of Eye on AI as we sit down with Ian Bremmer, the founder and president of the Eurasia Group, a leading global political risk research and consulting firm.

In this episode, we delve into the complex world of AI governance and the geopolitical challenges of regulating transformative technology.

Ian Bremmer shares his expert insights into the rapidly evolving landscape of AI development and its implications for global politics, security, and economy. We discuss the necessity of international cooperation and regulatory frameworks to manage the risks and harness the potential of AI technologies.

Bremmer also draws parallels between AI governance and other regulatory challenges, such as climate change, highlighting the importance of strategic foresight and adaptive policies in addressing the multifaceted issues presented by AI.

Whether you're interested in the geopolitical dynamics of technology, the intricacies of AI regulation, or the future of global governance, this episode offers valuable perspectives from one of the leading thinkers in the field.

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(00:00) Introduction to AI Governance

(00:59) Craig Smith's Introduction

(03:00) Ian Bremmer's Background

(04:19) AI Regulation Discussion

(11:17) Limiting AI Compute Power

(19:21) The Role of AGI and AI Regulation

(26:23) EU's Approach to AI Regulation

(29:24) Hybrid Regulation Models

(32:08) Comparing AI Governance with Other Industries

(35:19) US-China Competition in AI

(42:32) The Role of Open Source in AI Governance

(45:17) Ian Bremmer's Thoughts on AI's Future

#167 Matt Powell: The Impact of AI on Security and Surveillance Feb 02, 2024

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This episode is sponsored by ISS, a leading global provider of video intelligence and data awareness solutions. Founded in 1996 and headquartered in Woodbridge, N.J., ISS offers a robust portfolio of AI-powered, high-trust video analytics for streamlining security, safety and business operations within a wide range of vertical markets.

So, what do you want to know about your environment? To learn more about our video intelligence solutions, visit issivs.com Join host Craig Smith on episode #167 of Eye on AI as we sit down with Matt Powell, Managing Director at ISSVSS, a company that offers a comprehensive suite of AI powered video intelligence solutions to address security, safety, and business challenges across a diverse range of vertical markets.

In this episode, we explore the fascinating evolution of video analytics technology, focusing on its impactful applications across various industries, from urban planning and traffic engineering to healthcare and sports venues.

Discover the unique challenges and breakthroughs in video analytics, the intricate development process,and the unique analytic modules designed for diverse tasks like crowd management and safety monitoring.

Matt shares how these advancements are not only transforming business operations but also paving the way for more accessible and consumer-centric applications, particularly in sectors like elder care.

If you're intrigued by the intersection of AI technology and its real-world applications, this conversation is a must-watch.

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(00:00) Preview

(00:33) AI's Role in Various Industries

(02:47) ISS's Evolution and Global Presence

(05:01) On-Premise vs. Cloud Analytics

(09:14) Understanding Video Analytics and AI Modules

(22:16) The Versatility of AI Tasks and Modules

(25:48) Future Trends in AI and Video Analytics

(31:59) Diverse Applications of Video Analytics

(37:00) Accessibility and Cost of Video Analytics

(40:04) Applications in Elder Care and Security

(46:48) Facial Recognition Technology and Privacy

(48:18) Intelligent Transportation and City Planning

(53:48) Advanced Analytics in Public Safety

(58:24) Global Adoption and Future of AI

(1:00:11) Closing Remarks on AI's Impact

#166 Itamar Arel: Is Voice AI the Future of Customer Service? Jan 24, 2024

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Join host Craig Smith on episode #166 of Eye on AI as we sit down with Itamar Arel, CEO of Tenyx, a company that uses proprietary neuroscience-inspired AI technology to build the next generation of voice-based conversational agents.

Itamar shares his journey that started with academic research to becoming a leading tech entrepreneur with Tenyx. We explore the evolution of voice AI in customer service and the unique challenges and advancements in understanding and responding to human speech.

We dig deeper into Tenyx's unique approach to AI-driven customer service while exploring the production and design considerations when developing cutting-edge AI technology.

Make sure you watch till the end as Itamar shares his vision on how AI is going to reshape industries and help advance modern day businesses.

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(00:00) Preview and Introduction

(03:35) Itamar Arel's Career and Introduction to Voice AI Development

(07:39) Key Differences in Current and Past Technology Solutions

(09:10) Advancements in Voice AI and Large Language Models

(11:00) The Inception and Evolution of Tenyx

(13:29) Challenges in Developing Voice AI

(18:27) Innovative Approaches in Voice AI Development

(21:05) Data Handling and Fine-Tuning in Model Development

(25;41) How To Standout In The Crowded AI Market

(29:44) The Future of Voice AI and Generative Models

(37:14) Testing and Evaluation of Voice AI Systems

(40:10) Where Will AI Be in 5 Years?

(43:42) Closing Remarks and A Word From Our Sponsors

#165 Andy Hock: Will AI Revolutionize How We Do Business? Jan 17, 2024

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Unveil the transformative power of AI in business and society.

Join us on #165 of the Eye on AI podcast as we sit down with Andy Hock, VP of Product at Cerebras Systems, an AI hardware startup out to accelerate deep learning and change computing forever.

Focusing on the intersection of AI and business, Andy discusses how advanced technologies are reshaping corporate strategies and operations. He offers insights into integrating AI into traditional business models, emphasizing the transformative role of technology in innovation and growth.

We also explore the societal implications of AI. Andy delves into the ethical considerations and challenges posed by AI, including privacy and responsible deployment. He sheds light on the latest trends in AI research, particularly in areas like natural language processing and machine learning, and their diverse applications across industries.

Andy concludes with advice for businesses and individuals navigating the AI landscape, underscoring the importance of adaptability and continuous learning in this rapidly evolving field. Make sure you watch till the end!

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(00:00) Preview and Introduction

(01:09) Decoding Cerebras Systems' Technology.

(03:25) The Power of the Wafer Scale Engine

(05:24) Training and Inference Capabilities

(10:44) Accessibility for Students and Researchers

(12:08) GPU Equivalents and Wafer Scale Engine's Efficiency

(13:53) Utilization and Power of the Chip

(19:02) Understanding Wafer and Circuitry

(23:27) Computing Power of the Wafer Scale Engine

(28:59) Challenges in Cooling the Wafer Scale Engine

(32:31) Utilization of Silicon Waste

(36:21) Cost Comparison with Other Technologies

(40:01) Customer Usage Patterns – Cloud vs On-Premise

(45:22) Training Models for Edge Devices

(47:30) Collaborations with OpenAI

(49:26) Addressing GPU Shortages and Enterprise Needs

(51:01) Inference Capabilities and Future Developments

(57:46) AI as a National Compute Resource

(01:03:41) Closing Remarks

#164 Hrant Khachatrian: Deep Dive Into The Breakthroughs & Challenges of AI Research Jan 08, 2024

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Explore the frontiers of AI with Hrant Khachatrian and discover how Armenia is carving its niche in the global AI landscape on Eye on AI.

In this episode Hrant shares his journey from industry to academia, detailing the establishment of YerevaNN at a time when machine learning was scarcely present in Armenia.

The discussion revolves around the challenges and breakthroughs in AI research, particularly in areas like natural language processing and clinical time series. Hrant also delves into his lab's efforts in developing deep learning algorithms for a wide array of applications, from electronic health records to image segmentation.

His insights provide a unique perspective on the growth of AI research in Armenia and its global implications, so make sure you watch till the end.

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(00:00) Preview and Introduction

(02:03) Sponsorship: Netsuite by Oracle Evolution

(04:40) Hrant's Journey: From Computer Science to Founding Yerevann ML Research Lab

(06:15) What Are The Goals of Yerevann ML Research Lab?

(11:33) Career Pathways in AI: Industry vs Academia

(14:22) AI Development in Armenia: Challenges and Opportunities

(21:41) Leveraging Compute Resources for AI Research

(25:46) Drug Discovery and Aerial Navigation in AI

(33:54) Exploring New Avenues of AI Research

(41:15) Building a Global Research Community from Armenia

(49:53) Future of AI Research: Potential Areas and Strategies

(57:10) Closing Remarks

#163 Rem Darbinyan: Inside The Armenia's Tech Revolution & Rise of AI Startups Jan 03, 2024

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Discover the heart of Armenia's tech revolution with the latest guest of the Eye on AI podcast, Rem Darbinyan. Discover how this small nation is sprinting towards becoming a powerhouse of innovation, with education systems racing to nurture the next wave of AI mavens.

Rem walks us through his personal journey, from Armenia to Russia and the US, only to return with a mission: to escalate Armenia from an outsourcing hub to a global startup contender.

Learn what it means to dream big, as we unveil the intricacies of pioneering the new era of startups. Step into a world where geographical borders dissolve in the face of unrelenting creativity and flexibility.

(00:00) Preview and Introduction (02:09) The background of Rem Darbinyan (04:49) Sponsorship: Nesuite by Oracle (07:00) How Rem discovered artificial intelligence (09:50) How Armenia and artificial intelligence are growing (13:55) Startup culture and universities for AI/ML (17:45) Was Armenia an outsourced partner for many countries? (22:00) Why do people outsource to India and Armenia? (24:25) How Armenia build products for global markets (30:00) How Rem reaches western markets with products (36:00) How Rem builds influencer platforms (40:00) Building lean and validating each step

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#162 Vasi Philomin: Behind the Scenes of Amazon's AI Breakthroughs Dec 29, 2023

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On episode #162 of Eye on AI, Craig Smith sits down with Vasi Philomin, Vice President of Generative AI at Amazon Web Services.

Vasi shares his journey in AI and ML, detailing his contributions to Amazon's extensive array of AI capabilities. He delves into the development and impact of revolutionary services like Lex, Poly, Code Whisperer, and Amazon Q, highlighting Amazon's approach to AI integration and its customer-centric innovations.

This episode offers a glimpse into the transformative potential of generative AI across industries and the future of enterprise AI solutions.

Join us to understand Amazon's unique perspective on AI development and its global influence.

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(00:00) Preview and Introduction

(03:41)Vasi Philomin's Background and Role at Amazon

(04:13) Generative AI at Amazon: Development and Impac

(08:10) Amazon's AI Strategy and Foundation Models

(15:57) Diverse AI Models and Enterprise Solutions.

(22:01) The Future of AI Agents and Work Automation

(29:22) The Evolution and Impact of AI Agents

(36:32) Closing Remarks and Netsuite by Oracle

#161 Harut Martirosyan: What Secrets Lie Behind Armenia's AI Surge? Dec 20, 2023

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On episode #161 of Eye on AI, join Craig Smith as he sits down with Harut Martirosyan, CTO of Intent.ai.

In this episode, we explore Harut's journey in AI, highlighting his role in shaping ad targeting technology and fostering Armenia's tech ecosystem.

Harut shares insights about Armenia's technological heritage, the influence of major tech companies in the region, and the evolving landscape of AI and machine learning. We also cover the integration of AI in business and its global impact.

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(00:00) Preview and Introduction to Harut Martirosyan

(05:14) Harut's Background in AI and Privacy Focus

(07:16) Evolution of Tech Education in Armenia

(10:47) Intent AI's Product and Machine Learning Challenges

(15:09) Exploring Armenia's Growing Tech Ecosystem

(21:57) Political Landscape and Tech's Societal Impact

(30:20) Armenia's Startup Ecosystem and Market Dynamics

(35:42) Identifying and Capitalizing on Emerging Tech Niches

(39:19) Future Prospects in Armenian Tech

#160 Atul Deo: The Future of Generative AI at Amazon Dec 06, 2023

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On episode #160 of Eye on AI, join Craig Smith as he sits down with Atul Deo, General Manager for Amazon Bedrock.

This episode delves into Atul's journey in the tech world, from his beginnings in computer science and business to spearheading major AI-powered projects at Amazon.

Atul shares his insights on the development and impact of Amazon Bedrock, a platform designed to democratize access to advanced AI models. He discusses the evolution of machine learning, the integration of AI in customer care through Amazon Connect, and the emergence of generative AI technologies like Amazon Code Whisperer.

Learn about the challenges and breakthroughs in creating AI applications, the significance of large language models, and Atul's vision for the future of AI at Amazon.

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(00:00) Preview and Introduction

(03:30) Exploring Bedrock and Atul's Professional Journey

(07:14) Diving Deep into Code Whisperer and AI-Powered Coding

(10:54) The Future of AI in Code Generation and Review

(13:23) Unveiling Bedrock's API and Its Ecosystem

(16:36) Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) in AI

(21:51) The Evolution and Integration of Vector Databases in AI

(25:29) Confronting the GPU Shortage and AI Scalability

(29:32) The Landscape of Foundation Models and AI's Future

(33:27) Broadening the Horizon: From Language to World Models

(38:33) Closing Thoughts and Future of AI

#159 Peter Chen: Building the AI-Driven Future of Robotics Dec 03, 2023

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In episode #159 of Eye on AI, Craig Smith sits down with Peter Chen, the co-founder and CEO of Covariant, in a deep dive into the world of AI-driven robotics.

Peter shares his journey from his early days in China to his pivotal role in shaping the future of AI at Covariant. He discusses the philosophies that guided his work at OpenAI and how these have influenced Covariant's mission in robotics.

This episode unveils how Covariant is harnessing AI to build foundational models for robotics, discussing the intersection of reinforcement learning, generative models, and the broader implications for the field. Peter elaborates on the challenges and breakthroughs in developing AI agents that can operate in dynamic, real-world environments, providing insights into the future of robotics and AI integration.

Join us for this insightful conversation, where Peter Chen maps out the evolving landscape of AI in robotics, shedding light on how Covariant is pushing the boundaries of what's possible.

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(00:00) Preview and Introduction

(03:10) Peter Chen Journey in AI

(09:53) The Evolution of Generative AI and Transformer Models

(12:21) The Concept of World Models in AI

(14:03) Building Robust Role Models in AI

(20:48) Training AI: From Video Analysis to Real-World Interaction

(23:10) The Three Pillars of Building a Robotic Foundation Model

(27:36) Architectural Insights of Covariant's Foundation Model

(33:20) Adapting AI Models to Diverse Hardware