HumAIn Podcast

David Yakobovitch
HumAIn Podcast

David Yakobovitch explores AI for consumers through fireside conversations with industry thought leaders on HumAIn. From Chief Data Scientists and AI Advisors, to Leaders who advance AI for All, the HumAIn Podcast is the channel to release new AI products, to learn about industry trends, and to bridge the gap between humans and machines in the Fourth Industrial Revolution.

  1. Edge AI Revolution: Building Private Enterprise Automations with Knapsack's Mark Heynen

    14 NOV

    Edge AI Revolution: Building Private Enterprise Automations with Knapsack's Mark Heynen

    Edge AI Revolution: Building Private Enterprise Automations with Knapsack's Mark Heynen Mark Heynen is the Co-founder and Chief Product Officer at Knapsack, where he's building private AI automations for enterprise use. A seasoned entrepreneur and technology executive, Mark has founded five companies and held key positions at tech giants including Google and Meta (formerly Facebook). His career spans from pioneering online pricing analytics in London to expanding mobile technology access in emerging markets. Episode Highlights: [00:00-03:21] From Startup to Big Tech: Heinen's Journey [03:21-06:36] Knapsack's Three Pillars for Enterprise AI [06:36-10:00] Edge Computing Transforms Small Language Models [10:00-15:40] AI Applications Across Industry Sectors [15:40-20:05] AI Automation Reshapes Future of Work [20:05-23:23] Transforming Professional Work Through AI  Episode Links:   Knapsack: https://www.knapsack.ai/  Mark Heynen’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markheynen/  Mark Heynen’s Twitter: http://x.com/markheynen  PODCAST INFO: Podcast website: https://www.humainpodcast.com   Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4cCF6PZ  Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2SsKHzg  RSS: https://feeds.redcircle.com/99113f24-2bd1-4332-8cd0-32e0556c8bc9  Full episodes playlist:   https://www.humainpodcast.com/episodes/  SOCIAL: - Twitter:  https://x.com/dyakobovitch   - LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidyakobovitch/  - Events: https://lu.ma/tpn  - Newsletter: https://bit.ly/3XbGZyy Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    24 min
  2. The Human Firewall: AI's Double Edge in Cybersecurity with Rob Gurzeev of CyCognito

    15 OCT

    The Human Firewall: AI's Double Edge in Cybersecurity with Rob Gurzeev of CyCognito

    The Human Firewall: AI's Double Edge in Cybersecurity with Rob Gurzeev of CyCognito Rob Gurzeev is the CEO and Co-Founder of CyCognito, a cutting-edge cybersecurity company trusted by over 20 of the Global 100 companies. With a background in the elite Israeli Intelligence Corps unit 8200, Rob brings a unique blend of offensive security expertise and innovative thinking to the cybersecurity landscape. Prior to founding CyCognito in 2017, he led the Offensive Security group at C4 (later acquired by Elbit Systems), where he developed intelligence-gathering platforms for agencies. Episode Highlights: [00:00] Introduction: HumAIn and Rob Gurzeev [01:01] Rob's Journey: Intelligence to Silicon Valley [02:03] Technology Potential vs. Implementation Gap [04:02] Application Security's Coverage Problem [06:20] Attackers Exploit Path of Least Resistance [09:03] AI: Double-Edged Sword in Cybersecurity [11:35] AI Revolutionizing Reconnaissance [15:40] Precision and Recall in Security AI [17:19] Asset Classification and Attribution Challenges [21:01] Scale of Vulnerability Management [26:04] Critical Thinking in AI Age [28:39] CyCognito's External Attack Surface Management [30:51] Closing Thoughts Episode Links:   CyCognito: https://www.cycognito.com/  Rob Gurzeev’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gurzeev/  Rob Gurzeev’s Twitter: https://x.com/Rob_Gurz  PODCAST INFO: Podcast website: https://www.humainpodcast.com   Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4cCF6PZ  Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2SsKHzg  RSS: https://feeds.redcircle.com/99113f24-2bd1-4332-8cd0-32e0556c8bc9  Full episodes playlist:   https://www.humainpodcast.com/episodes/  SOCIAL: - Twitter:  https://x.com/dyakobovitch   - LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidyakobovitch/  - Events: https://lu.ma/tpn  - Newsletter: https://bit.ly/3XbGZyy  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    32 min
  3. Beyond Spreadsheets: How Ambient AI is Reshaping Financial Planning with Runway’s CEO Siqi Chen

    9 OCT

    Beyond Spreadsheets: How Ambient AI is Reshaping Financial Planning with Runway’s CEO Siqi Chen

    Beyond Spreadsheets: How Ambient AI is Reshaping Financial Planning with Runway’s CEO Siqi Chen Siqi Chen is the CEO and Founder of Runway, a finance platform revolutionizing business planning and analysis. With a diverse background spanning gaming, social media, and technology, Siqi has been a serial entrepreneur and leader in the tech industry for over two decades. He previously served as CEO of Sandbox VR and held executive positions at Postmates and Zynga. Siqi's experience ranges from software engineering at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory to founding and selling a gaming company to Zynga. His expertise in product development, growth strategies, and financial planning has led him to create Runway, a platform that aims to disrupt the $80 trillion business industry by integrating ambient intelligence into financial planning and analysis. Siqi is also an angel investor, supporting various successful startups in the tech ecosystem. He holds a BA in Mathematics and Computer Science from the University of California, San Diego. Episode Highlights: [00:03] Introducing Runway: Revolutionizing Financial Planning [01:39] Redefining Finance Through Software [03:30] Sandbox VR: Catalyst for Financial Innovation [06:12] Reimagining Interfaces: Design-First Financial Approach [08:07] Ambient Intelligence: New AI Paradigm [10:46] Building Complex Products: Challenges and Innovations [13:44] Common Pain Points in Financial Planning [16:33] Disrupting Finance: Overcoming Industry Challenges [18:25] Integrations: Creating Holistic Business Simulations [20:52] Future of Finance Teams: Strategic Partners Episode Links:   Runway: https://runway.com/  Siqi Chen’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/siqic/  Siqi Chen’s Twitter: https://x.com/blader  PODCAST INFO: Podcast website: https://www.humainpodcast.com   Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4cCF6PZ  Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2SsKHzg  RSS: https://feeds.redcircle.com/99113f24-2bd1-4332-8cd0-32e0556c8bc9  Full episodes playlist:   https://www.humainpodcast.com/episodes/  SOCIAL: - Twitter:  https://x.com/dyakobovitch   - LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidyakobovitch/  - Events: https://lu.ma/tpn  - Newsletter: https://bit.ly/3XbGZyy  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    25 min
  4. Secure RAG Systems: A DeepTech Exploration with Protecto’s COO, Protik Mukhopadhyay

    28 SEPT

    Secure RAG Systems: A DeepTech Exploration with Protecto’s COO, Protik Mukhopadhyay

    Secure RAG Systems: A DeepTech Exploration with Protecto’s COO, Protik Mukhopadhyay Protik Mukhopadhyay is the Chief Operating Officer (COO) at Protecto.ai, a venture-backed company specializing in secure and privacy-focused Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) solutions. With over 15 years of experience in artificial intelligence, large language models, and data privacy, Protik is a seasoned entrepreneur and thought leader in the AI industry. OUTLINE: 3:03 RAG Systems Key Dimensions 5:46 RAG Implementation Challenges 8:31 Effective RAG Use Cases 11:16 AI Ethics in RAG 14:01 Protecto's Data Protection Approach 17:31 RAG Development Lessons Learned 20:16 On-premise vs. SaaS Deployment 22:46 Role-based Access in RAG Episode Links:   Protecto AI: https://www.protecto.ai Whitepaper: https://www.protecto.ai/trustworthy-ai-whitepaper  Sign up for a GenAI Strategy Roadmap Session: https://aistrategynow.com/   Protik Mukhopadhyay’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/protikm/  Protik Mukhopadhyay’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/protik_m  PODCAST INFO: Podcast website: https://www.humainpodcast.com   Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4cCF6PZ  Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2SsKHzg  RSS: https://feeds.redcircle.com/99113f24-2bd1-4332-8cd0-32e0556c8bc9  Full episodes playlist:  https://www.humainpodcast.com/episodes/  SOCIAL: - Twitter: https://x.com/dyakobovitch   - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidyakobovitch/  - Events: https://lu.ma/tpn  - Newsletter: https://bit.ly/3XbGZyy Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    34 min
  5. Scaling AI For Enterprise: Inflection AI’s Roadmap to Human-Centered Solutions with CEO Sean White

    24 SEPT

    Scaling AI For Enterprise: Inflection AI’s Roadmap to Human-Centered Solutions with CEO Sean White

    Scaling AI For Enterprise: Inflection AI’s Roadmap to Human-Centered Solutions with CEO Sean White Sean White is the CEO of Inflection AI, a pioneer in human-centered artificial intelligence. With a career spanning decades in tech innovation, Sean has been at the forefront of computer vision and AI technology. His experience includes key roles at Mozilla as Chief R&D Officer, work on augmented reality at the Smithsonian and Columbia University, and contributions to early web-based email systems. Sean's passion for human-computer interaction and collaborative intelligence drives Inflection AI's mission to create AI systems that enhance human capabilities and improve organizations. OUTLINE: 0:00 - Introduction and Sean's background 4:09 - Inflection AI's position in the AI landscape 8:43 - Balancing consumer and enterprise AI products 10:14 - Inflection AI Studio approach 12:59 - Emotional intelligence in AI development 15:12 - Open source philosophy in AI 18:09 - Ideal use cases for Inflection AI in enterprises 21:00 - Rollout strategy for enterprise AI solutions 23:16 - Closing thoughts and call to action Episode Links:   Inflection AI: https://inflection.ai/  Request Inflection AI API Access: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScM9Iz1KzaRlfgDrYrldoPDnXbhO5LW3-hqmQCd56YpheEN7g/viewform  Sean White’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanwhite/ Sean White’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/seanwhite  PODCAST INFO: Podcast website: https://www.humainpodcast.com   Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4cCF6PZ  Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2SsKHzg  RSS: https://feeds.redcircle.com/99113f24-2bd1-4332-8cd0-32e0556c8bc9  Full episodes playlist:  https://www.humainpodcast.com/episodes/  SOCIAL: - Twitter: https://x.com/dyakobovitch   - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidyakobovitch/  - Events: https://lu.ma/tpn  - Newsletter: https://bit.ly/3XbGZyy Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    26 min
  6. AI Strategy Unveiled: Former IBM Chief AI Officer on Enterprise AI Success

    18 SEPT

    AI Strategy Unveiled: Former IBM Chief AI Officer on Enterprise AI Success

    AI Strategy Unveiled: Former IBM Chief AI Officer on Enterprise AI Success Seth Dobrin is a prominent figure in the AI and data science industry. He is the co-founder and GP of One Infinity Ventures, a venture fund focused on deep tech and responsible AI. Seth is also the founder of Quantum AI, a consulting company specializing in AI strategy, governance, and education for Fortune 500 companies and governments worldwide. Previously, he served as the Chief AI Officer at IBM. With nearly two decades of experience in data and AI transformations, Seth is the author of "AIQ: For a Human-Focused Future," which outlines his methodology for successfully implementing AI in enterprise settings. OUTLINE: 01:04 Introduction of Seth Dobrin and his background 04:58 Early corporate AI initiatives described as a "scam" 08:30 Aligning AI with business strategy 10:41 The concept of AI IQ 13:01 Role of the Chief AI Officer 16:37 Data quality and governance 19:23 Coexistence of traditional AI/ML and Gen AI 21:30 Balancing innovation with ethical considerations 23:31 Early warning signs of AI initiatives going off track 24:55 Fostering an AI-ready culture 28:23 Challenges and opportunities in AI adoption 29:52 Closing remarks and book promotion Episode Links:   Seth Dobrin’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sdobrin/  Seth Dobrin Website: https://drsethdobrin.com/  PODCAST INFO: Podcast website: https://www.humainpodcast.com   Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4cCF6PZ  Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2SsKHzg  RSS: https://feeds.redcircle.com/99113f24-2bd1-4332-8cd0-32e0556c8bc9  Full episodes playlist:  https://www.humainpodcast.com/episodes/  SOCIAL: - Twitter: https://x.com/dyakobovitch   - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidyakobovitch/  - Events: https://lu.ma/tpn  - Newsletter: https://bit.ly/3XbGZyy Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    31 min
  7. Beyond ChatGPT: Unlocking Enterprise Value in the Age of Generative AI with Paul Baier

    5 SEPT

    Beyond ChatGPT: Unlocking Enterprise Value in the Age of Generative AI with Paul Baier

    Beyond ChatGPT: Unlocking Enterprise Value in the Age of Generative AI Paul Baier is the CEO of GAI Insights, a company specializing in generative AI strategies for enterprises. With over 25 years of experience in B2B sales and venture-backed companies, Paul has become a thought leader in the AI space. He previously worked at FirstFuel, using traditional AI for building efficiency analysis. Paul is known for developing frameworks like "Own Your Own Intelligence" (OYOI) and WINS, which help businesses navigate the rapidly evolving landscape of generative AI. He also leads weekly Gen AI learning labs and is actively involved in initiatives to grow AI talent in Massachusetts. 0:00 - Introduction 2:15 - Paul's AI journey 4:30 - OYOI concept 7:45 - WINS framework 11:20 - Gen AI learning labs 15:40 - AI Blueprint for MA 19:30 - Embracing AI change 22:45 - GAI Insights initiatives 24:15 - Closing remarks Episode Links:   Paul Baier’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulbaier  GAI Insights OYOI: https://gaiinsights.com/own-your-own-intelligence  AI Blueprint: https://ai-blueprint-ma.com/  GAI Insights News: https://gaiinsights.com/news-1-0  GAI Insights Learning Lab: https://gaiinsights.com/learning-lab  PODCAST INFO: Podcast website: https://www.humainpodcast.com   Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4cCF6PZ  Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2SsKHzg  RSS: https://feeds.redcircle.com/99113f24-2bd1-4332-8cd0-32e0556c8bc9  Full episodes playlist: https://www.humainpodcast.com/episodes/  SOCIAL: - Twitter: https://x.com/dyakobovitch   - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidyakobovitch/  - Events: https://lu.ma/tpn  - Newsletter: https://bit.ly/3XbGZyy Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    24 min
  8. Ethical AI in Action: How Plainsight is Transforming Business Intelligence with Kit Merker

    30 AUG

    Ethical AI in Action: How Plainsight is Transforming Business Intelligence with Kit Merker

    Ethical AI in Action: How Plainsight is Transforming Business Intelligence Kit Merker is the CEO of Plainsight Technologies, a company specializing in computer vision and AI solutions. With over 20 years of experience in the tech industry, Kit has held positions at major companies like Microsoft and Google, where he was an early team member for Kubernetes. His expertise spans developer tools, DevOps, cloud computing, and now AI applications for business. Kit is passionate about responsible AI development and implementing ethical practices in the rapidly evolving field of artificial intelligence. OUTLINE: 0:00 - Introduction and Kit's background 4:08 - Plainsight's mission and technology 7:57 - Evolution of computing power and AI applications 11:12 - Ethical AI and the future of work 15:41 - AI demos and technological hype 20:40 - Responsible AI and data usage in business 28:38 - Importance of ethical AI implementation 30:09 - Conclusion and call to action Episode Links:   Kit Merker’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kitmerker/  Plainsights Website: http://plainsight.ai/filters  PODCAST INFO: Podcast website: https://www.humainpodcast.com   Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/4cCF6PZ  Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2SsKHzg  RSS: https://feeds.redcircle.com/99113f24-2bd1-4332-8cd0-32e0556c8bc9  Full episodes playlist: https://www.humainpodcast.com/episodes/  SOCIAL: - Twitter: https://x.com/dyakobovitch   - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidyakobovitch/  - Events: https://lu.ma/tpn  - Newsletter: https://bit.ly/3XbGZyy  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    31 min

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David Yakobovitch explores AI for consumers through fireside conversations with industry thought leaders on HumAIn. From Chief Data Scientists and AI Advisors, to Leaders who advance AI for All, the HumAIn Podcast is the channel to release new AI products, to learn about industry trends, and to bridge the gap between humans and machines in the Fourth Industrial Revolution.

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