Matheus Jacques is an AI, Cloud & Data Consultant and AWS Certified Solutions Architect with a specialization in Machine Learning, boasting extensive experience in cloud technologies and programming. Currently serving as an IT Consultant at Netlight, he guides clients in harnessing the power of cloud computing, particularly on AWS, to optimize their infrastructure and drive digital transformation. Previously, Matheus Jacques excelled as a GenAI Machine Learning Engineer at Netlight, where they pioneered the integration of Generative AI technologies to enhance acquisition process workflows for an insurance company. Additionally, he showcased his expertise as a DevOps/Platform Engineer at a fintech startup, leading the modernization of cloud infrastructure and implementing CI/CD pipelines for multi-cloud environments.

Thomas Kaiser is the Co-Founder and CEO of Kodex AI, with a rich background in strategy consulting and platform ecosystem management, including a tenure at BCG. With a mission to revolutionize the financial industry, He spearheads Kodex AI, an innovative solution designed to empower financial professionals with AI-driven productivity tools. Prior to this my guest served as the Head of Platform Ecosystem at scoutbee and gained valuable experience as a strategy consultant at BCG. Kodex AI aims to transform wealth management and private banking through GenAI-first support.

Introducing Indrasis Mondal, a seasoned leader with over 17 years of experience in data science, analytics, machine learning, and AI across diverse sectors including medical, manufacturing, aerospace, wireless, IoT, ecommerce, media, and SaaS. With a career aspiration to drive organizational transformation through the power of data and AI, Mondal has honed expertise in developing successful strategies and innovative data-driven products that maximize customer value and business impact while minimizing technology waste. Their focus lies in helping organizations build vision and capabilities to effectively manage and monetize strategic data assets, establishing a culture of data-driven decision-making, and scaling high-performing teams. Mondal's contributions have been recognized globally, with accolades such as being named one of the 100 Most Influential AI and Analytics Leaders in the USA and receiving the 2019 Snowflake Data Drivers Award. They have also shared their insights as a speaker at various prestigious conferences and podcasts, further solidifying their reputation as a thought leader in the field.

Gilles Backhus is a pioneering force in the realm of artificial intelligence with a career spanning over a decade. Since 2012, he has been at the forefront of realtime AI development, demonstrating unparalleled expertise as a lead developer and founder. Currently serving as the Vice President of AI and Founder of Recogni, he continues to push the boundaries of innovation in AI inference computing. Prior to his role at Recogni, he honed his skills and expertise as a Sensor Systems Engineer at Lilium. Additionally, as the AI Lead at KONUX, Gilles played a pivotal role in driving the development of cutting-edge AI solutions. Specializing in high-performance, low-power AI inference solutions, Recogni is empowering industries across the board to harness the transformative power of AI.

Today I am honored to talk to Fabian Huberto an accomplished AI Software Engineer at BMW Group, whose expertise spans Artificial Intelligence and Robotics. With a Master's degree in Artificial Intelligence and Robotics from Sapienza University of Rome and a Bachelor's degree in Mechatronic Engineering from the National University of Colombia, my guest brings a wealth of knowledge and hands-on experience to their role. Their career trajectory showcases a diverse range of roles, from spearheading adaptive cybersecurity projects as an Intelligent Assistant Development at BMW Group to contributing to cutting-edge R&D initiatives at Prisma Srl and Colsein SAS. With a passion for data management, machine learning, and research & development, he is recognized for his proactive approach, adaptability, and commitment to driving innovation in the field of AI and software engineering.

Welcome to this stimulating episode of AI Unleashed, featuring our host Gianni Samwer conversing with Jannik Seger, the Head of AI Operating Model and Strategy at Applied AI. Gain inside knowledge of Jannik's career progression, his role as a dynamic AI leader, and his forward-thinking strategies involved in cementing European industries' place in the global AI market. This conversation delves deep into Applied AI, a company championing the rise of European industries in AI's competitive landscape. Jannik openly discusses the company's commitment to open exchange and elaborates on how it empowers other companies with modern AI business models and methods. The episode broadens its horizons by discussing the challenges posed by big tech giants and the growth of AI start-ups. Jannik delivers profound insights about potential shifts in AI jobs and the competitive advantages AI presents. He also highlights his endeavors in increasing the number of use cases transitioning to production. Finally, the discussion highlights Jannik's foresight on Europe’s position in the global AI scene, its hurdles, and distinctive opportunities. A detailed exchange on strategic partnerships and how Europe could become a powerhouse in AI-driven healthcare solutions finds mention, wrapping up the conversation on the note of worldwide industry reconstruction driven by the transformative power of AI. Dive deep into the revolutionary potential of AI, effective strategies for AI initiation in businesses, and pivotal considerations regarding the auditioning of AI systems for regulatory and ethical compliance. Historical parallels between the industrial revolution and rising AI underline the importance of continuous learning and strategic decision making amidst evolving AI technologies. We also touch upon potential concerns about AI replacing human jobs, offering a perspective on how AI can enhance human capabilities and efficiency. Concluding the dialogue, we share critical challenges in the emerging AI industry, including regulation, data quality, and talent availability and offer advice for professionals considering integrating AI to amplify business efficiency, emphasizing the need for setting clear objectives, managing expectations, and building partnerships.

Join host Gianni Samwer in an exciting episode of AI Unleashed, featuring Antoine Le Boyer, an acclaimed expert famed for mentoring startup founders. Antoine, equipped with an MBA from Harvard, shares his AI expertise honed as a managing director at the Technical University of Munich's Venture Lab for Software and AI. In an engaging dialogue, Samur and Antoine dive into the complexities of AI intellectual property rights, discuss future challenges, and dissect the concept of "fair use" in AI. Antoine brings his unique perspective and ardour for AI to the fore, drawing on previous technological revolutions to illustrate AI's exceptional accessibility and business potential. Covering pressing issues such as deep-fake technology regulation and metadata standardization, this conversation delves into the implementation aspects of AI. Antoine concludes on an inspiring note emphasizing the significance of user-friendly interfaces to exploit AI's full capabilities. He also shares fascinating insights from his tenure at the Venture Lab, spotlighting their endeavour to support entrepreneurs with deep-tech scientific backgrounds. Shifting the focus to startups, this episode highlights the increased interest and funding opportunities for deep tech founders. It underlines the entrepreneurial journey, daily activities, and the supportive ecosystem established by Venture Lab. The conversation draws on the success story of Fast AI Movies, illuminating how young entrepreneurs harness AI to build successful enterprises. The episode culminates with Antoine sharing invaluable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs, emphasizing the significance of data and partnerships between startups and incumbent companies. This episode offers a comprehensive view of AI beyond buzzwords, making it a must-listen for AI enthusiasts and future entrepreneurs.

In this episode of AI Unleashed, acclaimed tech pioneer Felix Geilert, CTO and co-founder of Radiant Science, engages in thought-provoking conversation with host Gianni Samwer. With his wealth of professional experience from Meta and Microsoft, Felix offers unique insights into the power of machine learning, the significance of adaptability in an AI era, and his personal fascination with biohacking. Delving deeper into Radiant Science’s unique objectives, Felix explains their mission to develop causal relationships and structured knowledge for specialized problems, particularly in the field of medicine. As he shares the importance of large-scale data extraction, integration, and use, listeners gain insight into the potential revolution that AI could bring about in terms of accessibility of information for the healthcare sector. The episode also explores the future prospects of AI, including generative AI models and the advent of the multimodal age. Learn about Felix's passion for AI, the ethical considerations surrounding it, and the necessity of AI accessibility for everyone. Felix expounds on the impact of AI on creative endeavors and its role as a productivity enhancer. He also discusses the fine balance between establishing a fair playground for startups and the need for AI regulation, cautioning against policies that disproportionately favor tech giants. With a particular focus on AI ethics and data use, the conversation follows the delicate handling of copyright issues, ensuring fair competition, and preventing AI monopolies. Felix suggests solutions like differential privacy and synthetic data generation and emphasizes the need for startups to maintain their competitiveness. Reflecting on the wider implications of AI advancements, Felix addresses concerns about job losses, the creation of new opportunities, and the necessity of human oversight in AI decision-making. He also provides a competitive analysis of the AI industry and the tech giants vying for dominance in the field of AI research and application. In his concluding advice for aspiring AI professionals and entrepreneurs, Felix encourages the embracing of failure and the development of adaptability, traits he believes are vital for thriving in the fluid world of AI technology.

In this Episode Armand Zorn, a Member of the German Bundestag, speaks about AI safety and the implementation of AI by governments. Furthermore, he is a recognized management consultant, BNB Top 40 Progressive, and featured in Capital Magazin's Top 40 under 40. With a diploma in International Economics & Finance from Johns Hopkins SAIS, he has navigated political and professional realms. Moreover, his role as a Senior Associate in Governance, Risk & Compliance and his previous position as Manager in Digital Transformation at PwC Deutschland added to his experience.

Erik Duhaime is a PhD graduate in Management from MIT and MPhil in Human Evolution from the University of Cambridge. After his studies he cofounded Centaur labs where he now is CEO of the company. Centaur Labs is changing AI development, specializing in data labeling for medical and scientific datasets. Using a gamified approach, they leverage a network of medical professionals to deliver data labels . Backed by influential investors like Matrix Partners and Y Combinator.

Vedant Nair is an an AI entrepreneur who graduated from the University of Texas. He has been a part of multiple internships, including at Lennox International and EY-Parthenon. He is the Co-Founder of Clips AI, a company that is on a quest to elevate the quality of information shared online by changing how content is created and distributed, all through the power of machine learning. The start ups approach involves automating the repurposing and distribution of long-form content into social media clips, thus crafting content for users.

David Freed is a notable leader in the education sector. He is the Chief Operating Officer at Crimson Education, through which he has learned a lot about education especially the newest AI trends in the field. Before his role at Crimson, he was a part of the Goldman Sachs' investment banking team,. His educational journey began at Harvard, where he pursued both a Master's and a Bachelor's degree in Applied Mathematics, aa a foundation for his subsequent endeavors in both finance and education.

Valon Xhafa is a professional with a distinguished academic and professional journey. He began his career with a strong foundation in AI research, holding a master's degree in computer science from TUM, and then went on to completing his studies at MIT researching AI. He further honed his expertise through research positions at the University of Duisburg and TUM. His career path eventually led them to an employment at Google. Today, he is the founder of Behamics. A company who's goal is combining Artificial Intelligence with Behavioral Science to address cart abandonment and product returns in eCommerce.

Veronica Schrenk journeyed from the University of Chicago to the realm of artificial intelligence in education. She has a background as a prompt engineer in the AI product team at Crimson Education. Today, she is the Director at Delta School AI, a company that's dedicated to harnessing the power of AI in the realm of education. Her passion lies in driving global education innovation through the transformative potential of artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies. She's also in the space of generative AI.

Tim Wegner holds degrees in physics from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Imperial College London. He possesses qualifications in deep reinforcement learning from Udacity and a deep learning specialization from Deep Learning.AI. His career path includes roles as a Senior Consultant at McKinsey and as Founder and CEO of Minodes, a Telefonica Next company. Presently, he serve as the Founder and Managing Director of Workist, an AI company focused on automating B2B transactions globally, with a primary goal of eliminating manual document processing.

Srikanth Veeraraghavan is an AI engineer with an education background from Johns Hopkins University and Vellore Institute of Technology, where he has delved deep into the realm of cybersecurity. As a former Head of Security at Zendesk, he oversaw a wide array of security and privacy functions.  He is the co-founder Expent AI, a company focusing on software procurement.

Chris Van Dyke began his journey at Stanford University and the University of Virginia where he studied chemical and mechanical engineering. He served as a senior engineer at H2gen Innovations and later took on pivotal roles at Tesla, where he was in charge of  the Supercharger program, led infrastructure and equipment design for the first Gigafactory, and managed the 80-person battery design team for the Model 3 launch. Today, as the Co-Founder and CEO of Overview, he is driving innovation in computer vision products, and product development.

Tullie Murrel is an AI professional who began his journey at the University of Adelaide, where he studied computer science. Following his education, he embarked on a series of internships, at tech giants like Google and Uber. He then was at Facebook AI Research for 5 years particularly focusing on video representation learning, generative AI, and medical imaging. Additionally, he is the creator of PyTorchVideo as well as being a core contributor for Pytorch lightining which is a leading machine learning framework. Now, he is the CEO and Co-founder of Shaped AI.

Ozan Yalti is an AI professional who studied at Yale University and Stanford Law School, followed by a career as an attorney at law. He then worked at Clifford Chance LLP, where he served as a senior associate specializing in banking and finance. Today, he is a co-founder of DraftWise, a company that's focuses on legal document drafting. Through harnessing AI specifically natural language processing , DraftWise aims to simplify and enhance the document creation process.

Penelope Barton is an Ai education expert who has experience in many leading education companies. She is the CEO of Crimson Global Academy as well as an Advisory Board Member at Sprouz. Additionally she is Chief of Staff & Chief People Officer at noissue,  a global, fast-moving E-commerce startup.