015 - How to democratize access to innovation with Agentic AI w/Hassan Sawaf

Revolutionizing Language Translation and AI Innovation with Hassan Sawaf In this episode of the Masters of Automation podcast, host Alp Uguray sits down with AI pioneer Hassan Sawaf to explore his remarkable journey through the world of AI and language processing. Hassan, who has held key positions at AWS, Meta, and now runs his own startup, Xplained, shares his insights on the evolution of AI and its transformative impact on language translation and machine learning. Hassan delves into his early work in speech-to-speech translation, the challenges of deploying AI models before the cloud era, and the innovative solutions his startup, Xplained, is developing to democratize AI for non-engineers. He discusses the importance of modular AI agents, the role of regulation in data sourcing, and the future of AI in enhancing human-computer interactions. Throughout the conversation, Hassan emphasizes the need for leadership skills in the AI-driven future and the significance of creating inclusive, easy-to-use AI tools that empower entrepreneurs, artists, and non-technical users to harness the power of AI. Join us for a deep dive into the world of AI with one of its leading visionaries.