AI Ireland with Mark Kelly

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Join host Mark Kelly on the AI Ireland podcast as he explores the impactful applications of AI in both business and society. Discover groundbreaking research, innovative technologies, and thought-provoking discussions on the ethical implications of AI. Gain valuable insights into how AI is being applied to business and society, as Ireland drives positive change and fosters innovation in this dynamic podcast.

  1. 2d ago

    E249 The Future of Drones in Ireland: AI and Security with Drone Space's Ian Kiely & Joe

    Today’s guest is Ian Kiely, Leading UAV specialist, Founder of Drone Space Limited and ESA project contributor. He is also joined by Joe, a veteran in national security, maritime navigation and airborne law enforcement. In an ever-evolving digital landscape where drones and AI take centre stage, understanding their impact on airspace, security, and everyday life is crucial. This episode brings to light the sophisticated integration of AI into drone technology and its implications, particularly in Ireland. Topics include: 0:00 Ireland’s drone boom, Manna’s exit and a billion-euro opportunity lost 5:03 How Ireland races to defend against evolving autonomous drone threats 7:19 AI transforms battlefield drones as Ireland hosts EU defence hackathon 11:03 How Drone Space brings industry together for safer, compliant drone operations 12:20 Building a skilled, connected network for safer drone adoption 13:32 Drone innovation accelerates alongside growing security and criminal threats 15:54 Drone technology evolves faster than regulation can keep pace 18:27 AI drone swarms adapt, coordinate and overwhelm traditional defences 20:07 Goal-driven AI drones expose dangerous gaps in Ireland’s defences This episode is sponsored by Technology Ireland ICT Skillnet, helping Irish businesses close AI skills gaps through practical, funded training and bespoke programmes for their teams. Learn more at https://ictskillnet.ie/

  2. Sep 3

    E248 The Rise of AI Agents: Building the Future of Autonomous Work with Glitch's Kingsley Kelly

    Today's guest is Kingsley Kelly, Founder and CTO at Glitch. As AI continues to revolutionise how companies operate, innovate and compete, Kingsley is at the forefront of this change. In this podcast, he shares insights into how Glitch is transforming the advertising landscape and leveraging AI to build a platform that stands resilient amidst the oscillating demands of the modern digital market. Topics include: 0:00 The journey to building a platform simplifying digital advertising 4:47 Building goal-oriented AI agents to simplify marketing automation 6:25 How AI agents face real-world complexity beyond technical capabilities 8:24 How AI supercharges engineers, creating highly productive AI collaborators 11:38 Why AI companies must evolve continuously with advancing AI capabilities 15:15 Building AI knowledge systems through human feedback and continuous learning 17:53 How AI requires embracing uncertainty, complexity and human oversight1 9:43 AI governance, multi-model strategies and strong AI harnesses 24:10 Measuring AI progress through autonomous task length and agent capabilities

  3. Aug 27

    E247 How AI Is Transforming Interviews for Neurodivergent Job Seekers with URhired’s Owen Murray

    Today's guest is Owen Murray, Commercial Director at URhired. URhired is not just another AI tool; it is a lifeline designed purposely for neurodivergent job seekers. With over 85% of the neurodivergent community in the UK and Ireland facing unemployment or underemployment, Owen’s mission through URhired is clear and critical.Topics include: 0:00 His role as an AI interview coach empowering neurodivergent job seekers to succeed 5:42 Encouraging neurodivergent hiring through AI-powered talent solutions 8:31 Helping organisations scale inclusive employment through AI support 11:02 How AI interview coaching is helping neurodivergent candidates navigate hiring 14:02 Using Customer feedback to shape AI solution and validate market demand 16:42 Scaling URhired through product refinement and investment 18:20 How entrepreneurial growth is supported by mentorship, networking and curiosity

  4. Aug 13

    E246 How AI Is Transforming Email Security with CyberCheck360's Vinodh Kumar Balaraman

    Today's guest is Vinodh Kumar Balaraman, Founder & CEO at CyberCheck360. In an era where cyber threats are increasingly sophisticated, email security remains a critical line of defence for organisations worldwide. In today’s episode, Vinodh talks us through the evolving landscape of email security and his company’s innovative solutions to protect against cyber attacks.Topics include: 0:00 How CyberCheck360 protects users from sophisticated AI-powered email attacks 7:42 Using sandboxed browser isolation to safely open email links remotely 8:39 Building a hybrid SaaS platform for secure email link isolation 11:35 Targeting regulated organisations with scalable email security for all sizes 14:33 Continuously evolving their platform using AI to detect phishing 16:50 How email security evolving towards AI-powered threat isolation 19:13 Working with Enterprise Ireland for validation, mentorship and growth support 20:38 Advice for entrepreneurs to start early, validate, adapt and evolve

  5. Aug 6

    E245 Small Language Models, Contextual Intelligence and AI Sovereignty with Guglielmo Iozzia

    Today's guest is Guglielmo Iozzia, Director, ML/AI and Applied Mathematics at MSD. In the ever-evolving domain of artificial intelligence, small language models pose a revolutionary alternative to the expansive and resource-intensive large-scale models. In this enlightening podcast episode, Guglielmo shares insights from his new book, "Domain-Specific Small Language Models: Efficient AI for Local Deployment,” as we dive deep into the advantages and challenges of small language models. Topics include: 0:00 Optimising Small Language Models for Real-World Edge Applications 3:39 When Small Models Outperform Large Ones 6:16 Fine-Tuning AI with Domain-Specific Data 7:23 Why AI Benchmarks Don't Tell the Full Story 9:02 Lessons Learned After Writing the Book 10:52 Contextual Intelligence in Agentic AI Systems 12:23 How AI Books Are Written and Reviewed in PracticeLink to buy Guglielmo's latest book: https://www.amazon.com/Domain-Specific-Language-Models-Guglielmo-Iozzia/dp/1633436705

  6. Jul 30

    E244 The Rise of Agentic AI: Security, Governance & Enterprise Risk with Sector8’s Kammil Mahajan

    Today’s guest is Kammil Mahajan, Co-Founder and CEO at Sector8. Businesses across the globe are confronted with the need to integrate AI into their operations, whether they explicitly choose to or not. However, the challenge extends beyond just implementation; it's about understanding the actions AI systems can autonomously undertake. Kammil’s company Sector8 is at the forefront of addressing these concerns, as he explores the essence of AI security and how Sector8 is paving the way for future enterprises.Topics include: 0:00 His startup lessons from action to failure and resilience 2:12 How Sector8 secures AI adoption through governance and cybersecurity 4:02 Why Agentic AI expands risks through autonomous actions and access 6:48 How Prompt injection evolves into AI-driven actions and risks 8:33 Securing AI starts with visibility, access control and guardrails 10:13 Sector8’s role in enabling secure AI adoption with real-time controls 13:26 How AI security is shifting towards agentic governance and real-time controls 14:40 Partnering with Enterprise Ireland to scale globally 16:12 How entrepreneurship requires resilience, discipline and staying focused

  7. Jul 23

    E243 Why Continuous Security Testing Is the Future of Cybersecurity with WhatsExposed's Elena Donea

    Today’s guest is Elena Donea, CEO at WhatsExposed. With AI changing cybersecurity faster than ever before, Elena joins us on today’s podcast to explore how organisations can stay ahead of an evolving threat landscape. From why getting the cybersecurity basics right still matters, to how AI is reshaping offensive and defensive security, Elena shares practical insights drawn from years of experience helping businesses identify and reduce cyber risk. Topics include: 0:00 Building WhatsExposed to deliver expert offensive cybersecurity services 1:52 Bootstrapped growth before securing angel investment and early customers 3:14 Continuous offensive security over one-off compliance-driven testing 5:48 How AI accelerates cyber threats, making strong security fundamentals essential 9:29 How AI helps detect threats faster by cutting through security noise 10:24 Helping companies identify exposure and prioritise continuous security improvements 12:56 How Enterprise Ireland helped accelerate their growth 13:58 Plans to scale internationally as AI reshapes offensive cybersecurity and defense

  8. Jul 16

    E242 Building an AI Platform Transforming Social Media Content Creation with coso.ai’s James Flynn

    Today's guest is James Flynn, Co-Founder and CEO at coso.ai. Social media has become a cornerstone for businesses aiming to enhance their reach and engagement with target audiences. However, navigating the ever-changing landscape of social media marketing can be a cumbersome task for many businesses. Enter Coso AI, an innovative Irish startup that aims to transform how small businesses approach social media automation through the power of artificial intelligence.Topics include: 0:00 His journey as an AI founder pivoting from failed models to LLM-powered success 4:20 Tailoring social media content using business data and brand insights at Coso.ai 5:05 How Coso.ai combines AI, content strategy, data and design into one platform 9:40 Automating onboarding by analysing existing business data and content 11:25 Driving measurable growth while building AI and partnership moats 15:55 Combining multiple AI models to create flexible content workflows 18:32 Preparing for funding with partnerships, growth and market pull

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Join host Mark Kelly on the AI Ireland podcast as he explores the impactful applications of AI in both business and society. Discover groundbreaking research, innovative technologies, and thought-provoking discussions on the ethical implications of AI. Gain valuable insights into how AI is being applied to business and society, as Ireland drives positive change and fosters innovation in this dynamic podcast.

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