Your AI Injection

Will Open-Source Superintelligence Beat the Frontier Labs? Inside NeuroMetric CEO Rob May's Contrarian Bet

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 05:00:00 -0700

What if the AI arms race has no finish line?

In this episode of Your AI Injection, Deep Dhillon sits down with Rob May, CEO of Neurometric, to challenge one of Silicon Valley's favorite assumptions, that whoever builds super-intelligence first gets to keep it. Drawing on over a decade of AI investing and two prior startups, Rob lays out a public prediction he's willing to stand behind. He believes that once any lab crosses the threshold into true super-intelligence, open source versions will follow within months, not years. The two also get into the "jagged frontier" of AI capability, the strange reality that today's most powerful models can be brilliant at one task and shockingly bad at the next, and what that means for how companies actually deploy AI. There's also a simpler question underneath it all. If AI keeps getting cheaper and easier to use, will we just find more excuses to use it, whether we need it or not?

Learn more about Rob May here: https://www.lin kedin.com/in/robmay/

and Neurometric here: https://www.neurometric.ai/

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Can You Sue Your Chatbot? The Legal Fight Reshaping AI Liability with Jai Jaisimha of Transparency Coalition.AI

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 05:00:00 -0700

Is it possible to regulate AI before the next generation pays the price for our inaction?

In this episode of Your AI Injection, host Deep Dhillon talks with Jai Jaisimha, founder of Transparency Coalition.AI, about what it would actually take to hold the AI industry accountable. Jai explains why protecting kids is his top priority, especially as companion chatbots quietly become confidants for millions. He shares one tragic case that's become a rallying point for new legislation: a chatbot conversation that started as homework help and spiraled into self-harm. Deep and Jai dig into why this keeps happening. Safety filtering costs money, and too often companies choose to save it instead of protecting users, leaving AI development stuck in a black box where safety reports have quietly disappeared. Could independent testing force the transparency this industry has avoided for years, or is it already too late?

Learn more about Jai here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaijaisimha/

and Transparency Coalition.AI here: https://www.transparencycoalition.ai/

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The AI Talent Crisis Is Just Beginning with Dr. Ashwin Mehta of Mehtadology

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 04:00:00 -0700

Is agentic AI solving real problems, or just giving companies permission to stop thinking?

In this episode of Your AI Injection, host Deep Dhillon sits down with Dr. Ashwin Mehta, founder and CEO of Mehtadology. Ashwin draws a sharp line between real problem-solution fit and mandate-driven adoption, buying a new tool just because leadership feels pressure to do something with AI. Big companies often default to platforms like Microsoft Copilot not because they're safer, but because they're easier to greenlight. That convenience raises a harder question, what happens to the workers displaced along the way, is redeployment really just a polite way of pushing people into jobs they're unqualified for. Is your organization actually ready for agentic AI, or just AI-adjacent?

Learn more about Ashwin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-ashwin-mehta/
and Mehtadology here: https://mehtadology.com/

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90% of AI's Power for 10% of the Cost. Is the AI Arms Race a Giant Waste of Money? With Bruce Yang of AgnesAI

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 04:00:00 -0700

Does AI only work for people who can already afford it?

In this episode of Your AI Injection, host Deep Dhillon sits down with Bruce Yang, founder and CEO of AgnesAI, to challenge one of the biggest assumptions in tech right now: that winning the AI race requires near-unlimited resources. Bruce argues that the real opportunity isn't in the markets everyone is fighting over, but in the billions of people being priced out of AI entirely. AgnesAI has earned a spot among the world's top 10 AI labs by delivering top-tier performance at a fraction of the cost of today's leading models.

The conversation explores whether the industry's obsession with scale is creating real value or simply winning benchmark battles, what unchecked AI adoption could mean for the workforce, and whether some of the most important breakthroughs in AI are happening far from Silicon Valley.

Learn more about Bruce Yang here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tongbruceyang/
and AgnesAI here: https://agnes-ai.com/

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1. Why Most Companies Are Failing at AI and How to Succeed with Tahnee Perry

2. Will AI Eliminate 90% of QA Jobs? The Future of Testing Automation with Kevin Surace of Appvance.ai

3. Exploring Artificial General Intelligence: Intent, Intellect, and Innovation with Lucas Hendrich of the Forte Group

Is Wealth Management Ready for AI? Inside the Automation of Financial Advice with Ryan George of Docupace

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0700

Is wealth management ready for AI?

In this episode of Your AI Injection, Deep Dhillon speaks with Ryan George, Chief of Staff at Docupace, about the structural shifts underway in financial advisory firms. As experienced advisors retire and fewer young professionals enter the field, demand for financial advice continues to rise, creating a widening gap across the industry.

Ryan explains how firms are using AI to handle tasks like onboarding, compliance checks, and account processing, areas that have traditionally relied on manual work and paper-based workflows. These systems help reduce errors and improve efficiency while still keeping humans involved in key decisions. The role of the advisor is shifting, with more focus on judgment, communication, and client relationships. As automation becomes more common, how much responsibility can shift to systems before it changes the nature of the work itself?

Learn more about Ryan George here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rageorge

and Docupace here: https://www.docupace.com/

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Could AI Break the Factory Model of School? Rethinking K–12 Learning with Dr. Taylor Wrye

Sat, 21 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0700

Can school survive if students no longer need to learn on the system’s schedule?

In this episode of Your AI Injection, host Deep Dhillon speaks with Dr. Taylor Wrye, Director of Technology and Innovation at Nauset Public Schools, about how artificial intelligence is entering K–12 classrooms and what it means for the structure of schooling. Wrye explains that teachers and students are often learning how to use these tools at the same time, working through questions about their role in everyday instruction. Drawing on his work supporting educators across the district, he discusses how schools are approaching AI in ways that maintain teacher guidance while opening space for more flexible learning. The conversation considers how schools might adapt as technology changes how students engage with information and with each other.

Learn more about Taylor Wrye here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylorpwrye/

Dr. Taylor Wrye is also the author of Leading the Next Era of Public Education.

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The Hidden Cost of Last-Mile Delivery Driver Burnout and the AI Fix with Richard Savoie of Adiona

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 04:00:00 -0800

Route optimization looks perfect on paper, but real drivers live in a very different world.

In this episode of Your AI Injection, host Deep Dhillon sits down with Richard Savoie, founder and CEO of Adiona, to unpack the hidden human and economic costs behind fast shipping. Richard shares what he saw firsthand on ride-alongs with drivers, including brutally long days, routes so complex no one else can cover them, and an industry still reliant on tribal knowledge that disappears as experienced workers retire. They explore how traditional route optimization often fails in the real world, producing mathematically “perfect” plans that drivers reject. Richard explains how Adiona’s AI blends advanced optimization with real-world experience to create routes drivers actually follow, improving performance while reducing burnout and delivering solutions that work on the ground.

Deep and Richard also dive into the counterintuitive economics of sustainability. Most companies don’t have spare margin for “green,” so emissions reduction has to pay for itself. They break down how right-sizing fleets and cutting unnecessary miles can slash costs and carbon at the same time, often delivering bigger sustainability gains than buying electric vehicles alone. The conversation also examines why last-mile delivery is so expensive and raises an uncomfortable question about whether more efficient logistics are improving lives and sustainability or quietly accelerating the overconsumption behind modern e-commerce.

Learn more about Richard here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richsavoie/

and Adiona here: https://www.adionatech.com/

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Can AI Help the Energy Industry Plug Costly Methane Leaks? with Ryan Sullivan of Bridger Photonics

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 04:00:00 -0800

What if the most powerful climate intervention isn’t policy, but precision?

Deep Dhillon sits down with Ryan Sullivan of Bridger Photonics to unpack how AI, physics, and aerial sensing are being used to hunt down methane leaks that can cost operators dearly and accelerate climate impact. Ryan explains how methane detection has matured over the past decade, and why Bridger’s approach (laser-based lidar tuned to methane) can identify the specific valve, tank, or piece of equipment responsible.

They walk through the full pipeline: scanning swaths over infrastructure, reconstructing plumes from point-cloud data, applying supervised learning trained on ~15 years of labeled leak history, and then having expert analysts validate results with tooling that overlays plume density, wind conditions, and site geography. Then the two zoom out to the uncomfortable questions, like why Bridger refuses to play watchdog, how trust and data ownership shape the market, and what the “north star” looks like; near-real-time detection, autonomous flight patterns, and predictive maintenance that catches failures before they happen.

Learn more about Ryan here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sullivar/

and Bridger Photonics here: https://www.bridgerphotonics.com/

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Does Your Chatbot Know You’re Suicidal? AI Empathy, Psychosis Detection, and Clinical Trials with Grin Lord of mpathic

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 04:00:00 -0800

Can your chatbot tell when you’re spiraling, or does it just play along?

In this episode of Your AI Injection, host Deep Dhillon sits down with Dr. Grin Lord, clinical psychologist and Founder/CEO of mpathic, to explore what happens when empathic AI meets real human vulnerability. Grin explains how a single 15-minute session of empathic listening in an ER setting led to massive drops in repeat drunk-driving incidents and billions in healthcare savings, and why that same science now underpins AI models that analyze clinician–patient conversations.

The two dig into how mpathic trains and validates models that can flag suicide risk, psychosis, and protocol deviations in high-stakes clinical trials, all while keeping a human in the loop. They also unpack a looming dilemma: as foundation models become eerily “good listeners,” will people prefer bots to friends and therapists? What harms emerge when AI politely reflects back someone’s delusions? Tune in to hear how psychologists are reshaping AI safety, and why your favorite assistant may soon be better at detecting crises than your closest human relationships.

Learn more about Grin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/grinlord/

and mpathic here: https://www.mpathic.ai

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60+ Cameras, Zero Eyes Watching? How AI Solves School Security's Fatal Flaw with Egor Olteanu of VOLT AI

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 04:00:00 -0700

What if the camera caught it, but nobody was watching?

In this episode of Your AI Injection, Deep Dhillon explores the hidden vulnerability in school security with Egor Olteanu, co-founder and COO of Volt AI. Despite having dozens of cameras installed, most schools have zero people actively monitoring them, meaning emergencies go unnoticed until it's too late. Egor shares powerful stories of lives saved by AI surveillance, from a student having a seizure in an empty hallway to a janitor bleeding from a head injury after hours. Together, they examine how Volt AI's system tracks threats across multiple cameras in real-time, stitching together location data and video to guide responders to moving incidents.

But the conversation turns provocative as they debate ethical boundaries: Should AI detect drug use? Where does health and safety end and authoritarianism begin? Deep challenges Egor on whether founders can maintain moral clarity when profit pressures mount. Tune in for a fascinating discussion about the razor's edge between protection and surveillance.

Learn more about Egor here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/egoro/
and VOLT AI here: https://volt.ai/

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Can AI Spot Diseases Your Doctor Might Miss? The Machine That Never Gets Tired with RJ Kedziora of Estenda Solutions

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 04:00:00 -0700

Can AI spot diseases your doctor might miss?

In this episode of Your AI Injection, host Deep Dhillon sits down with RJ Kedziora, co-founder of Estenda Solutions, to explore how AI is transforming medical diagnosis and why human doctors might soon be irresponsible not to use it. RJ shares how his company has spent 20+ years developing AI systems that detect diabetic retinopathy by scanning the back of your eye, often catching what human readers miss. They discuss the Joslyn Vision Network's deployment of 100+ cameras across Native American communities, ambient listening tools that free doctors from endless paperwork, and the challenge of creating "smell test repositories" to detect Parkinson's and Alzheimer's years earlier.

And as RJ points out, humans get tired, forget research, and take 6-7 years to diagnose rare diseases like lupus, while AI never sleeps. The two explore whether we're headed toward a future where refusing AI assistance becomes a medical injustice, and what happens when machines prove just as reliable as even the most experienced specialists.

Check out RJ's profile here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rjkedziora/

and Estenda Solutions here: https://www.estenda.com/

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Can Humanoid Robots Save Us from Loneliness? The Promise and Peril of Empathetic AI with Niv Sundaram of Machani Robotics

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 04:00:00 -0700

When machines master empathy, do humans forget how to feel?

In this episode of Your AI Injection, Deep Dhillon chats with Niv Sundaram of Machani Robotics to explore RIA, the humanoid companion designed to cultivate personalized, empathetic, meaningful conversations with patients. With 32 facial actuators, multimodal sensors, and therapy-trained LLMs, RIA is capable of reading subtle facial expressions and responds accordingly, helping alleviate the burnout experienced by overworked caregivers.

Deep and Niv also dive into the broader ethical implications of AI companions. If these machines excel at providing unconditional, positive support, will future generations lose the capacity for the challenging (but essential) work of human relationships?

Learn more about Niv here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/niv-sundaram/

and Machani Robotics here: https://www.machanirobotics.com/

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Will AI Eliminate 90% of QA Jobs? The Future of Testing Automation with Kevin Surace of Appvance.ai

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 07:00:00 -0700

Will AI eliminate 90% of QA jobs within the next two years?

In this episode of Your AI Injection, host Deep Dhillon sits down with Kevin Surace, CEO of Appvance.ai and 30-year AI veteran. Kevin doesn't sugarcoat it. His platform replaces manual testers and scripters as enterprise CFOs demand measurable headcount reductions as ROI. Kevin explains how his platform autonomously generates millions of regression tests, and the two dive deep into the technical mechanics of digital twins, AI script generation, and the brutal economics driving enterprise adoption.

What happens to society when knowledge work gets automated at scale? Kevin and Deep explore whether we're heading toward mass unemployment or a new economic paradigm, touching on everything from insurance claims adjusters to the future of human purpose in an AI-dominated world.

Learn more about Kevin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ksurace/

and Appvance.ai here: https://appvance.ai/

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How Senior Living Sales Get Personal Using AI with Samay Kohli of Budy

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 04:00:00 -0700

Could AI be the ultimate wingman for life's most emotional decisions?

In this episode, Deep Dhillon chats with co-founder of Budy, Samay Kohli, about revolutionizing one of America's most relationship-driven industries: senior living sales. Samay explains how Budy, his AI sales assistant, helps communities navigate the complex, often heartbreaking process of moving seniors into care facilities, a journey that can span three years and involve families wrestling with tough emotions like denial, guilt, and fear. The conversation explores how AI can remember that for example someone's vacation was postponed due to a health scare, enabling salespeople to show genuine care at scale. Deep and Samay tackle the ethical implications of AI-enhanced empathy and whether there's a difference between authentic care and algorithmically-optimized compassion.

Learn more about Samay here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ksamay/

and Budy here: https://budybot.ai/

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Is Your Truck Driver Awake? AI-Powered Alerts Are Slashing Fleet Crashes with Gareth Bathers of EXEROS Technologies

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 04:00:00 -0700

Could a split-second seat-shake save a life at 70 mph?

In this episode of Your AI Injection, host Deep Dhillon chats with with Gareth Bathers, Head of Data at EXEROS Technologies, to unpack the eye-tracking, seat-vibrating AI keeping long-haul drivers alive. Gareth reveals how a retrofit camera kit slashed one fleet’s crashes by ~86%, why a two-second blink triggers an instant haptic jolt, and how human analysts still sift the footage for ethical red flags. From calibration phases that build driver trust to blind-spot AI trained on rainy London streets, the conversation explores whether shaking drivers awake is a stop-gap, or the future of commercial road safety.

Learn more about Gareth here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bathers/
and EXEROS Technologies here: https://exeros-technologies.com/

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Why Most Companies Are Failing at AI and How to Succeed with Tahnee Perry

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 04:00:00 -0700

Are most companies accidentally sabotaging their AI transformation?

In this episode of Your AI Injection, host Deep Dhillon sits down with Tahnee Perry, AI advisor at A25, to expose why ~95% of companies are using ChatGPT but still failing spectacularly at AI implementation. Tahnee reveals how organizations are stuck in "Wild West" mode, with rogue employees experimenting randomly while leadership throws around AI buzzwords like it’s a magic bullet. She shares examples of teams cutting translation costs by $100,000 in 45 minutes and why the hunt-and-peck workers of today should be rethinking their career paths. Deep and Tahnee explore whether formal AI training is the difference between thriving and floundering in the next economic shift.

Learn more about Tahnee here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tahneeperry/

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Your Customer Success Team is Drowning, Can AI Be Their Lifeline? with Zachary Hawley of Steerco

Thu, 22 May 2025 04:00:00 -0700

How do you balance AI driven customer success with human authenticity?

In this episode of Your AI Injection, host Deep Dhillon chats with Zach Hawley, CEO and founder of Steerco Analytics, about how AI is helping take the pressure off of increasingly overwhelmed customer success teams. Zach reveals why many teams have drifted from their original mission of driving long‑term value to chasing quicker upsells, due in part to their overwhelming workload. The two examine how Steerco's AI tools could transform the CS role entirely: when machines handle all the reporting and data analysis, what becomes the unique human contribution? Tune in to discover how AI might not just save your drowning customer success team, but fundamentally transform the human-centered discipline into something more authentic and strategic.

Learn more about Steerco Analytics here: https://www.getsteerco.com/
and Zach here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-s-hawley/

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Is AI the Missing Ingredient for Curbing Cravings? Emotional Eating Meets Machine Learning with Dr. Sera Lavelle

Tue, 06 May 2025 04:00:00 -0700

Can AI understand our relationship with food better than we do?

In this episode of Your AI Injection, host Deep Dhillon sits down with Dr. Sera Lavelle, clinical psychologist and CEO of Bea Better Eating, to explore how AI is revolutionizing our approach to emotional eating. Dr. Lavelle explains why traditional calorie-counting apps fail to address the psychological triggers that cause us to reach for cookies after a stressful day. She reveals how her app fills a crucial gap between diet advice and clinical therapy, helping users identify when they're eating from emotion rather than hunger. The two dive into the ethical challenges of developing AI for mental health, including how to responsibly direct users to human therapists when necessary. Will AI become our most trusted confidant for the feelings we're too ashamed to share with nutritionists or therapists? Tune in to discover how machine learning might become the missing ingredient in breaking destructive eating cycles.

Learn more about Bea Better Eating here: https://www.beabettereating.com/
and Dr. Lavelle here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seralavelle/

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Is This the End of Traditional Coding? How AI Orchestration Might Render Developers Obsolete with Laly Bar-Ilan of Bit

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 04:00:00 -0700

Is traditional coding already a thing of the past?

In this episode of Your AI Injection, host Deep Dhillon sits down with Laly Bar-Ilan, Chief Scientist at Bit, to explore a near-future where software developers evolve from code writers into code orchestrators. Laly discusses how Bit's composable software development and AI-powered componentization are set to overhaul the industry, even possibly eliminating the need for writing code altogether. The discussion leads into how a graph of reusable components could tame sprawling, out-of-control code bases, the ethical nuances of automated development, and what it really means to “orchestrate” code. Tune in now to uncover whether tomorrow’s developers will simply curate AI outputs, or continue the tradition of writing lines of code themselves.

Check out more about Laly here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laly-bar-ilan/
and Bit here: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bit-dev/

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3 Million Gallons Vanished? The AI Smart City Revolution That's Making Water Waste Visible with Ashwin Chandran of McCord Development

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 04:00:00 -0700

What happens when AI tracks every resource in your city?

Unlike most cities, which are burdened with aging infrastructure, McCord Development had the rare opportunity to build a city from the ground up. But what does it really mean to create a smart city? In this episode of Your AI Injection, Deep Dhillon speaks with Ashwin Chandran about the AI sensors used to track water consumption, optimize energy distribution, and rethink urban planning like parking lots. The two dive into the challenges of integrating AI into city infrastructure, the unexpected ways data is shaping development, and whether AI-managed cities could be the future of urban life.

Check out more about Ashwin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashwinchandran/

and McCord Development here: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mccord-development-inc/

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The Death of the Assembly Line? Why AI-Driven Factories Are Changing Everything with Chris Pickett of MASS Group

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 04:00:00 -0800

Is AI putting an end to traditional factory jobs?

In this episode of Your AI Injection, host Deep Dhillon sits down with Chris Pickett, CEO of MASS Group, to explore how AI-driven manufacturing is rewriting the rules of industrial production. With automation already transforming warehouses, Chris explains how AI-powered execution systems can optimize workflows, improve quality control, and even detect defects in semiconductor chips before they become expensive mistakes. But what could this mean for the future of factory workers? Will AI simply replace routine, repeatable tasks, or is a fully autonomous factory in our future? Tune in to uncover the economic realities of AI-powered manufacturing and whether human oversight is here to stay.

Learn more about Chris here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-pickett/
and MASS Group here: https://www.linkedin.com/company/massgroupinc/

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Can Hackers Hijack Your Chatbot? How RAG Systems and Other API Endpoints Can Create Data Portals for Cyber Intruders with Keith Hoodlet of Trail of Bits

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 04:00:00 -0800

Can a misconfigured prompt spark a massive data breach?

On this episode of Your AI Injection, host Deep Dhillon and Keith Hoodlet, Director of AI/ML and Application Security from Trail of Bits reveal the critical vulnerabilities hiding in your AI chat systems. Keith explains how RAG systems and other API endpoints, if not rigorously secured, can create unintended data portals, allowing hackers to extract everything from HR records to confidential strategic documents. The two navigate the complexities of prompt injection vulnerabilities, dynamic adversarial testing, and the balancing act between rapid innovation and robust security. As they discuss the human and technical factors that contribute to these risks, Deep and Keith challenge the industry to view security not as an afterthought, but as an integral feature of every AI-driven product. Tune in for a deep dive into safeguarding your digital future!

Learn more about Keith here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/securingdev/
and Trail of Bits here: https://www.trailofbits.com/

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Will AI Take Over Student Advising? The Impact of Bots on College Success with Andrew Magliozzi of Mainstay

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 04:00:00 -0800

Will AI-powered chatbots soon become students' most trusted advisors?

In this episode of Your AI Injection, host Deep Dhillon chats with Andrew Magliozzi, CEO of Mainstay, about AI-driven student support. Andrew shares how AI-powered coaches can proactively nudge students to stay on track with everything from filing financial aid forms to meeting academic deadlines. But what happens when students need deeper conversations about their future? The two explore how innovations like AI-driven text messages helped boost one school’s graduation rates by ~11% and why students often trust bots with personal questions they might never ask an advisor. They also dive into the delicate balance between automation and human intervention, the ethical concerns of AI in education, and what the future of advising—and education as a whole—might look like.

Learn more about Andrew here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewmagliozzi/
and Mainstay here: https://www.linkedin.com/company/heymainstay/

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Your Code Base Is Already Gen AI—Now What? with Matt Van Itallie of Sema

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 04:00:00 -0800

Are human developers becoming obsolete in the age of generative AI?

In this episode of Your AI Injection, Deep Dhillon chats with Matt Van Itallie, founder and CEO of Sema, to uncover how generative AI is reshaping the software industry. Matt explains how Sema’s tools, like their GenAI Code Monitor, are helping organizations responsibly integrate AI-generated code while safeguarding with human oversight. Together, they tackle some high-value questions: Are developers shifting from creators to curators in the coding process? How do tools like GenAI Code Monitor identify risks like security vulnerabilities & intellectual property (IP) concerns? And what does the rise of AI coding assistants mean for transparency, collaboration, and innovation? Tune in to explore how to lead the charge in redefining modern software development.

Learn more about Matt here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mvi/
and Sema here: https://www.linkedin.com/company/semasoftware/

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Artificial Intelligence Trends Shaping 2025 and Beyond

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 04:00:00 -0800

What will AI bring us in 2025 and beyond?

In this special compilation episode, we explore whether AI will be an ally or adversary in the coming years. See what our experts have to say about their vision for AI over the next 5 to 10 years—how it can solve critical challenges, enhance human potential, and reshape industries, while also grappling with its risks and limitations.

Featured Guests:

Brent Beck – CTO of Littera Education
Adam Binnie – Chief Innovation Officer at Visier
Sarah Nagy – CEO of Seek.ai
Avi Yashchin – Founder & CEO of Subconscious.ai
Paul Lewis – CTO of Pythian
Gary Calnan – Co-founder of CisLunar Industries
Austin Vance – CEO of Focused
Artem Semjanow – CEO & Co-founder of Neatsy
Oded Cohen – VP of Engineering at Viz.ai
Dr. Chris Cosma – Ecologist and Pollination Biologist at the Conservation Biology Institute

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Why Generative AI Could Make Programming Languages Obsolete with Austin Vance of Focused

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 04:00:00 -0800

Is coding still worth learning?

In this episode of Your AI Injection, Deep Dhillon sits down with Austin Vance, CEO of Focused Labs, to explore the radical future of software development. Austin explains why AI might soon bypass programming languages like Python, generating bytecode or AI-native logic directly. The two discuss how developers today are pairing with AI copilots to navigate legacy systems, optimize frameworks, and build faster -- but what happens when AI handles everything except the requirements? Will human developers move from writing code to directing machines? Tune in to find out if programming languages are on the brink of obsolescence.

Learn more about Austin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/austinbv/
and Focused here: https://www.linkedin.com/company/build-with-focused/

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Recycling Space Debris: The Next Frontier in Manufacturing with Gary Calnan and Walter Schroeder of CisLunar Industries

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 04:00:00 -0800

Is space debris the biggest untapped resource of the 21st century?

In this episode of Your AI Injection, host Deep Dhillon explores the groundbreaking, futuristic possibilities of space-based manufacturing with Gary Calnan and Walter Schroeder, co-founders of Cislunar Industries. Cislunar is pioneering the recycling of orbital debris into valuable materials, creating the foundation for an industrial economy in space. Discover how they’re pioneering the recycling of space debris into valuable materials, creating everything from fuel rods to construction supplies for the Moon. Learn how their efforts could redefine space exploration and sustainability as we know it.

Learn more about Gary here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garycalnan/
and Walter here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/janwalterschroeder/
and CisLunar Industries here: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cislunarindustries/

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Exploring Artificial General Intelligence: Intent, Intellect, and Innovation with Lucas Hendrich of the Forte Group

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 04:00:00 -0800

What separates true intelligence from mere mimicry? In this episode of Your AI Injection, host Deep Dhillon chats with Lucas Hendrich, CTO of the Forte Group, into the fascinating future of Artificial General Intelligence. Together, the two explore the critical role of 'intent' in the quest for true machine intelligence. Lucas shares his insights on what it would take for AI to move beyond predictive algorithms toward authentic, independent thought, drawing on his early experiences working with AI visionary Ray Kurzweil. The two also discuss the practical challenges of implementing AI in business, the evolution of data architecture, and the ethical and operational guardrails needed as we inch closer to a new era in machine intelligence.

Learn more about Lucas here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucashendrich/
and the Forte Group here: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fortegroup/

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AI and the Ethics of Influence: Exploring Synthetic Respondents & Decision-Making with Avi Yashchin of Subconscious AI

Tue, 29 Oct 2024 04:00:00 -0700

Could AI be the ultimate tool for mass manipulation? In this episode, host Deep Dhillon sits down with Avi Yashchin, founder and CEO of Subconscious.ai. Avi, a former product manager at IBM Watson Research, shares insights into how AI is reshaping our understanding of human decision-making. They dive into the fascinating world of synthetic respondents—AI models that simulate human feedback with remarkable accuracy. Avi explains how Subconscious.ai aims to democratize causal thinking, allowing anyone to understand why humans make choices. Deep and Avi explore whether technologists have a responsibility to police their AI tools and discuss unintended consequences when innovation outpaces ethical considerations. Will synthetic respondents empower us to make better decisions, or could they open the door to unprecedented manipulation?

Learn more about Avi here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aviyashchin/
and about Subconscious.ai here: https://www.linkedin.com/company/subconscious-ai/

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Speak Directly to Your Data, No Coding Required with Sarah Nagy

Thu, 17 Oct 2024 04:00:00 -0700

What if anyone in your company, regardless of technical prowess, could simply talk to their data? In this episode, host Deep Dhillon is joined by Sarah Nagy, CEO of Seek.ai, to explore the revolutionary shift in how businesses interact with their most valuable resource—data. Nagy discusses how AI, powered by natural language processing, is transforming data access by allowing non-technical users to ask complex questions and get instant, insightful answers. As businesses race to embrace this technology, the conversation raises critical questions about the future of AI and its role in shaping decision-making across industries.

Learn more about Sarah here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-nagy/
and Seek AI here: https://www.linkedin.com/company/seekai/

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Can AI Save Pollinators from Extinction? It Begins in Your Backyard with Chris Cosma

Thu, 03 Oct 2024 04:00:00 -0700

The pollinator crisis is more than an environmental issue—it’s a global emergency. In this episode host Deep Dhillon sits down with Dr. Chris Cosma, a renowned ecologist and pollination biologist at the Conservation Biology Institute. The two discuss the vital role pollinators play in food production and ecosystem health, and why their decline could spell disaster for humanity before we know it. With insights on how AI is revolutionizing conservation and how taking action to plant native species can help reverse the trend, this episode is a call to action for anyone who cares about the future of our planet. Will humanity take action in time to save the species we depend on for our survival?

Learn more about Chris: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ctcosma/
and the Conservation Biology Institute: https://www.linkedin.com/company/conservation-biology/

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Does AI Know Better Than Doctors? Our New Healthcare Reality with Oded Cohen

Thu, 19 Sep 2024 04:00:00 -0700

Can AI outshine doctors in detecting life-threatening conditions? In this episode, host Deep Dhillon chats with Oded Cohen, VP of Engineering at Viz.ai. The two discuss how AI is revolutionizing healthcare, from speeding up stroke diagnosis to identifying overlooked brain hemorrhages. Oded explains the balance between AI and human expertise, touching on how hospitals are integrating AI into their workflows without replacing doctors. They also tackle the ethical and regulatory challenges, exploring whether AI will soon dominate medical decisions or simply serve as an indispensable tool for doctors. Are we heading toward a future where AI not only supports, but challenges, traditional medical judgment?

Learn more about Oded: https://www.linkedin.com/in/oded-cohen-78678a17/
And viz.ai: https://www.linkedin.com/company/viz-ai/

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Expert Tips for AI Implementation and Data Strategy with Paul Lewis

Tue, 20 Aug 2024 04:00:00 -0700

In this episode of "Your AI Injection," host Deep Dhillon chats with Paul Lewis, CTO of Pythian, to explore the frontier of AI innovation and the practical challenges that enterprises face when implementing AI at scale. The two discuss the evolving needs of businesses as they transition from basic data management to advanced AI applications, and Paul talks about how Pythian helps organizations refine their AI ideas, prioritize projects with the highest ROI, and navigate the complexities of integrating AI with existing systems. The discussion also covers the importance of grounding AI initiatives in solid data foundations, the strategic benefits of utilizing embedded AI features in commercial software, and the critical steps to ensuring that AI projects are innovative, sustainable, and scalable.

Learn more about Paul here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paullewiscto/
and Pythian here: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pythian/

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AI-Driven Innovations in Occupational Therapy with Karen Jacobs and Alyson Stover

Tue, 30 Jul 2024 04:00:00 -0700

In this episode of Your AI Injection, host Deep Dhillon explores the transformative potential of AI in occupational therapy with experts Karen Jacobs and Alyson Stover. Karen and Alison discuss the challenges facing occupational therapy, including practitioner shortages and long wait times, and how AI-powered solutions can extend OT services. They explain how computer vision and augmented reality technologies gather objective data on patients, personalizing therapy and improving communication between therapists and families. The episode also touches on the broader implications of AI in healthcare, the importance of AI literacy for OT practitioners, and the future prospects of AI in rehabilitative sciences, and how AI tools like Korro AI are revolutionizing pediatric care through objective assessment and enhanced documentation.

Learn more about Karen here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karenjacobsot/
and Alyson here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alyson-stover-8a446159/

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AI Copyright Regulation: Navigating Legal Challenges and Ethical Dilemmas

Tue, 09 Jul 2024 07:00:00 -0700

In this episode of "Your AI Injection," host Deep Dhillon and fellow Xyonixian Carsten Tusk dive into the emerging world of AI-generated content and the regulatory challenges it presents. The two discuss the legal distinctions between transformative and replicative works, the impact of AI on creative industries, and the ongoing debate over compensation and ethical use of publicly available data. With insights into ongoing legal cases and potential future regulations, this episode offers valuable perspectives on how AI companies can navigate the complex landscape of copyright laws while fostering innovation and creativity. Join us to explore the balance between protecting creative rights and leveraging AI's transformative potential!

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Amplifying Equity: The Power of AI-Enhanced Audio Engineering with Emil Winebrand

Thu, 13 Jun 2024 04:00:00 -0700

In this episode of Your AI Injection, Deep Dhillon and Emil Winebrand discuss the revolutionary advancements in AI-driven audio enhancement. Emil, co-founder and CEO of insoundz, explains how their AI-powered technology addresses and solves audio quality problems, making studio-grade audio more accessible. The two chat about the practical applications of this technology across different industries, from podcasts and video production to everyday communications. They also delve into the technical intricacies of these AI models, including how they handle various types of noise and distortion.

Learn more about Emil: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emil-winebrand-59a4061a/
and insoundz: https://www.linkedin.com/company/insoundz/

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AI-Driven Manufacturing: Predictive Maintenance and Defect Detection with Ryan Thompson

Thu, 16 May 2024 04:00:00 -0700

In this episode of "Your AI Injection," Deep Dhillon chats with Ryan Thompson from the CRB Group, an architecture, engineering, construction, and consulting company. The two discuss the current state of AI adoption in the life sciences and food and beverage manufacturing sectors, highlighting the challenges and opportunities. They delve into how AI can enhance productivity through predictive maintenance and defect detection, and the importance of integrating data across different systems. The conversation explores the potential of AI to transform manufacturing by improving efficiency, quality, and speed to market, envisioning a future where factories are self-optimizing.

Learn more about Ryan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan--thompson/
and about CRB Group: https://www.linkedin.com/company/crbgrp/

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Transforming Workforce Management with AI and People Analytics with Adam Binnie

Thu, 02 May 2024 04:00:00 -0700

In this episode of "Your AI Injection," host Deep Dhillon chats with Adam Binnie, the Chief Innovation Officer at Visier, about the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on people analytics. Adam explains how Visier leverages AI to revolutionize the way companies understand and optimize their workforce, highlighting the shift from traditional HR practices to advanced, data-driven strategies. The discussion delves deeper into the practical applications of this technology, where Adam outlines how Visier integrates various data sources—from employee demographics to behavioral patterns—to enhance decision-making processes at all levels of management. He discusses the nuances of interpreting complex data sets and how Visier’s platform helps managers not only understand current employee effectiveness but also predict future trends and needs.

Learn more about Adam: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adambinnie/
and Visier: https://www.linkedin.com/company/visier-analytics/

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Unlocking At-Home Orthopedic Care through AI Imagery Analysis with Artem Semjanow

Thu, 11 Apr 2024 04:00:00 -0700

In this episode of Your AI Injection, Deep discusses with Artem Semjanow, the CEO and co-founder of Neatsy, about how their app revolutionizes care for individuals with musculoskeletal pains by using smartphone photography to analyze posture issues and recommend tailored therapies or doctor visits. They delve into the technical and medical challenges of developing an app that effectively mimics a doctor's visual examination, including the importance of precise imagery and the iterative process of refinement with medical professionals. Looking forward, Artem and Deep explore the potential impact of such technologies on the future of healthcare, envisioning a world where remote diagnostics and patient monitoring significantly enhance access to and the quality of medical care, leveraging AI to complement and augment human medical expertise.

Learn more about Artem here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/artemsemjanow/
and Neatsy: https://www.linkedin.com/company/neatsyai/

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Navigating AI Compliance: From Chatbot Mishaps to Regulatory Standards

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 04:00:00 -0700

In this episode of Your AI Injection, host Deep and Bill tackle the intricate world of AI effectiveness and regulatory compliance. They dissect real-world AI mishaps, including a dealership's chatbot error leading to incorrect car pricing and an airline chatbot's false bereavement policy, to illustrate the importance of rigorous AI testing. Shifting to a technical discussion, they discuss AI vulnerabilities, underscoring the necessity for testing frameworks that assess functionality, ethical integrity, and security against adversarial inputs. The conversation turns to regulatory frameworks like the EU AI Act and NIST guidelines, advocating that adherence to such standards is vital for legal compliance.

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AI's Role in Energy Regulation and Compliance with Yuval Lubowich

Tue, 05 Mar 2024 04:00:00 -0800

In this episode of Your AI Injection, host Deep Dhillon chats with HData's co-founder and CTO, Yuval Lubowich, about AI's transformative role in energy sector regulation. HData leads in refining regulatory data management for energy companies, streamlining processes from filing to analysis. Yuval unpacks the challenges of navigating complex regulations and the shift towards efficient data handling through standardized formats like XBRL. The discussion highlights AI's enhancement of data analysis, aiding in rate case justifications and operational insights. Yuval also envisions AI broadening access to regulatory information, potentially reshaping industry transparency and decision-making.

Learn more about Yuval here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yuvallubowich/
and HData here: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hdata/

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Embracing AI in Business: Navigating Misconceptions and Implementation Hurdles with Elise Oras

Tue, 06 Feb 2024 04:00:00 -0800

In this episode of Your AI Injection, host Deep Dhillon and Elise Oras, co-founder of Wheels Up Collective, delve into the practicalities and challenges of AI in business. They discuss the hesitations companies may face when regarding AI adoption (particularly in client-facing content and legal constraints) while emphasizing AI’s role in enhancing marketing strategies, cost-saving, and creating a competitive edge for businesses. The two discuss the importance of aligning AI choices with company values, address common fears about privacy and data breaches, and advocate for a more embracing approach towards AI’s potential.

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Picks and Shovels of the Large Language Model Gold Rush

Tue, 23 Jan 2024 04:00:00 -0800

On this episode of "Your AI Injection", we unpack the challenges of implementing large language models in production. Host Deep and Xyonixians Andy and Bill explore the chasm between the dazzling demos of models like GPT-4 and the nitty-gritty of everyday use in business settings. They dissect topics like user expectation versus API reality, the speed of AI evolution versus operational stability, and the pressing issues of costs and "hallucinations" in AI responses. The episode shines a light on the "picks and shovels" of AI—the vital tools and strategies that enable practical, responsible use of AI technology in diverse domains.

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The Potential of AI in Revolutionizing Personalized Tutoring with Brent Beck

Thu, 11 Jan 2024 04:00:00 -0800

In this episode of Your AI Injection, Deep Dhillon interviews Brent Beck, CTO of Littera Education. The two discuss the evolving role of AI in revolutionizing personalized tutoring. Beck emphasizes the slow adoption of AI in education, noting some initiatives like Khan Academy's innovative use of AI in learning paths. He highlights the significant challenges faced by underprivileged students, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, and how Littera's tutoring programs have effectively closed learning gaps. The conversation shifts to AI's potential in EdTech, where data from student engagement, tutor-student interactions, and curriculum-based assessments could be captured for future AI and machine learning applications. The two highlight how these applications could include analyzing tutor feedback, student assessments, and offering real-time feedback to teachers, thus enhancing the effectiveness of tutoring sessions and providing insights into curriculum effectiveness across different classrooms and districts. This discussion underlines the critical role of AI in education, particularly in personalizing and optimizing tutoring to cater to individual student needs.

Learn more about Brent: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brent-beck/
and Littera Education: https://www.linkedin.com/company/litteraedu/

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The Power of AI in Project-Based Learning with Bob Lenz

Thu, 16 Nov 2023 04:00:00 -0800

In this episode of "Your AI Injection", Deep interviews Bob Lenz, CEO of PBLWorks, on the transformative power of project-based learning (PBL) in education. The two discuss how PBL engages students more deeply than traditional methods, fostering long-term retention and application of knowledge, particularly in underserved communities. The conversation then delves into the role of AI in enhancing PBL through project design, personalized assessment, and teacher support. Bob shares PBLWorks' strategic plan to use AI and digital platforms to expand the reach and quality of PBL for teachers, aiming to make learning experiences more ubiquitous, effective, and engaging within the next five years.

Learn more about Bob: https://www.linkedin.com/in/boblenz/
and PBLWorks: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pblworks/

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AI's Potential Impact on Art Curation and Design with Gavi Wolf

Tue, 07 Nov 2023 04:00:00 -0800

In this episode of Your AI Injection, host Deep Dhillon delves into the dynamic convergence of generative AI, art, and interior design with guest Gavriel Wolf, CEO of the innovative art consultancy firm IndieWalls. This episode explores Gavi's journey from analog photography to championing independent artists through the challenges of the exclusive art world. The two examine the complex nature of art preferences, the potential of AI in art curation, and the demand for customized corporate art solutions. They then discuss leveraging AI tools like GPT-4 to transform art consultations, streamline creative processes, and shape the future of the art industry.

Learn more about Gavi Wolf, Founder and CEO of Indiewalls.

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AI's Evolving Role in Music Production with Dr. Hans-Martin Will

Thu, 12 Oct 2023 04:00:00 -0700

In this episode of Your AI Injection, host Deep Dhillon and guest Dr. Hans Martin Will delve deep into the intricate cross-section of AI and music. HM narrates his unique journey from starting classical violin to now, harnessing AI for music synthesis. Together they explore cutting-edge technologies like latent diffusion models, which have applications in both visual and audio domains. HM highlights emerging tools in the music industry, such as sound isolation plugins and AI-driven parameter suggestions, emphasizing the transformative potential of AI in music production. Meanwhile, Deep offers a personal perspective on the value of the human touch in music, stressing the importance of understanding the essence behind musical techniques - especially in an era characterized by its rapid embrace of AI.

Learn more about Hans here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hmwill/

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Leveraging AI for Authentic Online Business Communities with Jason Tan

Thu, 28 Sep 2023 04:00:00 -0700

In this episode of Your AI Injection, host Deep Dhillon and guest Jason Tan, founder of Engage AI, explore the transformative power of AI in fostering authentic online business communities. The two discuss how Engage AI automates and enhances interactions across a diverse array of channels. Jason shares valuable insights into the tool’s impact on communication and marketing for various professionals, especially those not naturally skilled in these areas, highlighting its role as an equalizer in the online sphere. The episode delves into the challenges of building relationships in the B2B space, the potential of AI in moderating online interactions, and envisioning future scenarios with widespread AI assistance. Deep and Jason also discuss the significance of fostering genuine connections, the balance of integrating AI into existing workflows, and practical advice for maximizing its value in enhancing both virtual and real-life conversations.

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AI for Corporate Curriculum Development and Democratizing Education with Anna Talerico

Thu, 31 Aug 2023 04:00:00 -0700

In this episode, host Deep Dhillon converses with Anna Talerico, an entrepreneur with a rich history in education technology. Anna's journey, from bootstrapped startups to her current role as CEO of Corporate Finance Institute, provides a unique vantage point into the changing landscape of education. The two’s focus on key themes like curriculum development, democratizing education, and nurturing curiosity brings to light the evolving dynamics of learning. Anna and Deep then dive into the role of AI, particularly large language models like ChatGPT, in reshaping education. They explore the delicate balance between efficiency and human connection, discussing how technology can enhance but not replace the irreplaceable human aspect of education.

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Product Management and Generative AI Powered Innovation with Adrian Klein

Tue, 01 Aug 2023 04:00:00 -0700

Join Deep Dhillon and Adrian Klein, Senior Product and Program Manager at Amazon (formerly PM @ Microsoft and multiple startups), as they both explore the massive product management and development ramifications of recent generative AI model breakthroughs like GPT-4. They delve into the challenges of achieving true differentiation in a world where fine-tuning on top of AI models is highly prevalent and straightforward. Deep and Adrian also explore what it means to build an AI powered intellectual property moat around your business and whether this is even possible in a world with a handful of deep pocketed huge players building increasingly powerful models that are challenging for startups and others to compete with. Finally, the two contemplate the evolving role of product managers in a world where automation and streamlined execution are paramount; they explore how in the near future, product managers may transition to focusing on thoughtful value judgments and creativity rather than mundane tasks that can be handled by AI.

Learn more about Adrian here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrianklein/

Generative AI for Product Innovation and Small Business Marketing with Greg Starling

Tue, 11 Jul 2023 04:00:00 -0700

In this episode of Your AI Injection, host Deep Dhillon sits down with Greg Starling, the Head of Innovation Lab at Tailwind, a company intent on utilizing generative AI to optimize social media campaigns and small business marketing. Deep and Greg begin by discussing the early days of Tailwind, from their engagement with OpenAI's GPT-2 to the acquisition of Replier. The two also discuss how to leverage generative AI as a brainstorming tool, a market analyst, and a method of generating user stories. They then delve into the ethical considerations of generative AI for marketing— from preventing plagiarism to defining & eliminating hate speech. As the two look towards the future of AI in marketing, they discuss the potential shifts towards trust-driven, community-focused platforms, foreseeing a rise in micro-communities and autonomous AI agents that personalize experiences and handle much more complex tasks, such as personalized travel planning.

Learn more about Greg here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregstarling/
Learn more about Tailwind here: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tailwindapp/

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Evaluating Efficacy, Assessing Trust & Editorial Alignment in LLMs

Tue, 13 Jun 2023 04:00:00 -0700

Join host Deep Dhillon and Bill Constantine as they explore the intricate process of assessing efficacy, assessing trust, and achieving editorial alignment in large language models. In a world where LLMs are increasingly powerful and usually reasonable, traditional efficacy techniques are insufficient and a new focus that leverages semantic comparisons and even the LLMs themselves for attribute driven editorial alignment is a new way forward. The AI experts delve into a number of topics including the importance of editorial considerations, communication style and the challenges of efficacy assessment in increasingly personalized models.

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Revolutionizing Customer Service with an AI-Powered Virtual Concierge

Tue, 09 May 2023 04:00:00 -0700

In this episode of Your AI Injection, Deep and the Xyonix crew explore the potential of virtual concierge services, discussing their role in transforming organizations and implementation challenges. The four Xyonixians discuss the capabilities of conversational AI technology, the importance of context and personalization, and the challenges of controlling AI chatbots. The discussion also touches upon the dangers of bias in chatbot platforms and the need to understand the unique value proposition of virtual concierges. The episode concludes with predictions for the future of virtual concierge services and the potential for more comfortable and personalized interactions.

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Unlocking Human Potential Using AI Memory Extension with Suman Kanuganti

Thu, 06 Apr 2023 04:00:00 -0700

Tune in to a fascinating conversation with host Deep Dhillon and Suman Kanuganti, the Co-Founder and CEO of Personal.ai, in which they explore how AI can be utilized to make the world more accessible. Suman, a Forbes 40 Under 40 and Smithsonian's Top Innovator to Watch award recipient, explains how Personal.ai's personal language model platform functions as an AI memory extension, allowing individuals to augment their own minds by feeding data that represents their unique ideas and identity. The conversation also delves into the intricacies of personal language models, exploring the limitations of generative techniques in AI and emphasizing the significance of grounding AI in factual information to create meaningful responses. Furthermore, the value of personal responses versus non-personal responses is discussed, highlighting the empowering potential of AI in augmenting human capabilities and improving accessibility in a wide variety of domains.

Learn more about Suman here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kanugantisuman/

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Improving Mental Health Using AI and ChatGPT Powered Behavioral Therapy

Tue, 28 Feb 2023 04:00:00 -0800

In the latest episode of Your AI Injection, behavioral healthcare expert Dr. Kelly Koerner and host Deep Dhillon delve into the possibilities of using ChatGPT and other Large Language Models in the realm of behavioral therapy. The duo examine how advanced chatbot technology can reflect on patients' concerns, validate their experiences, encourage reflection and impart knowledge. They also discuss the pros and cons of pairing ChatGPT with a human therapist versus using it as a standalone chatbot therapist, with a focus on the latter's increased accessibility and ability to operate without getting tired. Furthermore, they discuss how ChatGPT could complement traditional psychotherapy and mitigate the mental health accessibility gap, including the idea of training an LLM to act as a peer support specialist.

Learn more about Dr. Kelly Koerner here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-koerner/

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Accelerating Development with ChatGPT and AI-Generated Code

Tue, 31 Jan 2023 04:00:00 -0800

In the newest episode of Your AI Injection, Deep, Bill, and Carsten explore the potential benefits and drawbacks of using ChatGPT for code generation, both in generalized software development as well as the machine learning space. They discuss how this generated code may provide a false sense of confidence with its detailed explanations, but how its accuracy still leaves something to be desired. They also speculate on utilizing AI-generated code to boost efficiency of menial coding tasks, and speculate on what the future of AI and machine learning code generation may look like in the next 10 years. Tune into this podcast to learn more about the future of code generation!

Streamlining the Film Production Process with AI featuring Ruslan Khamidullin

Thu, 12 Jan 2023 04:00:00 -0800

In this podcast, host Deep Dhillon interviews Ruslan Khamidullin, co-founder and CTO at Filmustage. Founded in 2018, Filmustage is an AI-driven web service that streamlines the film production process using neural nets. Ruslan and Deep begin by discussing the old-school methodologies of pre-production, the entrypoint of AI into this process, and the future of the film industry in the context of Filmustage. They also discuss cost breakdown, future prospective features of platforms like Filmustage, and the potential of text to image generation in the film space. Ruslan and Deep explore how text to image generation can be used to create visuals to communicate ideas to set designers, as well as how the platform can help filmmakers generate cost breakdowns and forecasts to save time and money. Tune in to this podcast to learn more about the power of AI in the film industry and how Filmustage is revolutionizing the filmmaking process!

Learn more about Ruslan here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruslan138/
and Filmustage here: https://filmustage.com/

Plagiarism 2.0: ChatGPT, AI and Generative Content Concerns

Fri, 16 Dec 2022 15:00:00 -0800

ChatGPT, OpenAI's most recent AI-driven text-generating chatbot, is changing our definition of plagiarism. In this podcast episode, Xyonixians Carsten Tusk and Bill Constantine join host Deep Dhillon to dive into the impact of ChatGPT on original text-based content creation. They question the notion of individualized thought ownership, whether or not it's possible to build a model to accurately detect plagiarism given just text, and pontificate on how far you can edit content before it may be considered "plagiarism". Join these AI experts for an insightful and innovative discussion about the future of plagiarism and ChatGPT.

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OpenAI's ChatGPT: Exploring the Future of AI

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 12:00:00 -0800

In this bonus episode, our host Deep Dhillon and fellow Xyonixian Carsten Tusk discuss the recent release of OpenAI’s ChatGPT, which is widely considered the best artificial intelligence chatbot ever released to date. They discuss what this chatbot could mean for the general public, from combining and summarizing existing information as an assisted authoring tool to the usefulness of ChatGPT as a “personal genius friend”, or reference tool. They then dive into what problems ChatGPT and other large language, image, audio and multi-modal models can potentially solve in the future.

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Improving Sales Engagement Using AI with Laxman Papineni

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 04:00:00 -0800

This week we’ll be exploring how AI is helping to transform sales engagement with Laxman Papineni, CEO of Outplay. Outplay is a smart sales platform that automates and personalizes sequential sales communications based on past correspondence and personal interests. Laxman is a self-proclaimed “startup addict” who has founded multiple sales and marketing related ventures.

Laxman begins by discussing how he initially began in B2B sales, then goes onto elaborate on how Outplay leverages NLP to guide you through the sales cycle and transforms your correspondence. Deep and Laxman then go into detail about how tonal analysis and generative AI allow for the platform’s personalization & automation capabilities, increasing the user’s amount of qualified leads.

Learn more about Laxman here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laxmanpapineni/
and Outplay here: https://outplayhq.com/

Improving Teaching Outcomes and Classroom Mental Health Using AI

Tue, 18 Oct 2022 04:00:00 -0700

This week we’ll be diving into the role of AI in education with Craig Jones, CEO of Formative. Formative is a web-app for classrooms that gives teachers the virtual tools necessary to engage, instruct, and assess students to optimize teaching outcomes. In this episode, Deep and Craig will discuss how COVID-19 helped facilitate the adoption of automation in the education space, student's mental health regarding digital learning, and how platforms like Formative may help augment some of COVID-19's impact on the education world.

Craig begins by discussing about how he got passionate about education, what motivated him to found Formative, and how Formative improves on traditional learning through asynchronous instruction, teacher-student interaction, and longitudinal analysis of student growth.

Learn more about Craig here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/craigcarterjones/
and Formative here: https://www.formative.com/

Structuring Enterprise & Process Automation Data Using AI with Slater Victoroff

Thu, 29 Sep 2022 04:00:00 -0700

Learn how AI can help transform unstructured enterprise and business process automation data into valuable insights with Slater Victoroff, founder and CEO of Indico. Indico is an Enterprise AI Solution for unstructured content, with a focus on document understanding and process automation. In this episode, Deep and Slater discuss the fundamentals of multi-persona data science platforms, the complexities of defining and building models for unstructured data, and deep dive into the advantages of hierarchical labelling and a multi-label approach.

Slater begins by discussing what motivated him to found Indico, and talks about how Indico’s unstructured data platform allows enterprises of all sizes to automate, analyze, & apply unstructured data to a wide variety of workflows.

Learn more about Slater here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/slatervictoroff/ and Indico here: https://indicodata.ai/

Fraud Detection with Conor Burke

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 11:00:00 -0700

The financial industry has changed dramatically over the last few decades thanks to developments in technology, providing us with modern conveniences like online banking. Now, AI provides the potential for even more innovation and security through services such as Inscribe, a FinTech company where this week’s guest, Conor Burke, serves as CTO.

Conor starts by teaching us about types of fraud and traditional methods of catching fraudsters, as well as how AI is enabling identification of fraudulent customers despite the growing complexity of fraud schemes. Then, Deep and Conor dive into the sharing of data used to perpetuate or curtail fraud and why bad actors might actually be collaborating more effectively than good actors such as Inscribe.

Learn more about Conor here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/conorbrk/

AI and Smart Commuting with Corey Tucker

Tue, 23 Aug 2022 04:00:00 -0700

How can the often dreaded commute be transformed into a more efficient, productive experience that simultaneously tackles the climate crisis? The answer may lie with smart commuting technologies enabled by AI and machine learning. This episode, we speak with Corey Tucker, Director of Innovation at RideAmigos, about AI and smart commuting.

Corey explains how AI can be harnessed to track daily habits and provide users with optimized personal commuting strategies, many of which utilize shared transportation to reduce carbon emissions. Deep and Corey also touch on how the COVID-19 pandemic has changed the approach to solving commuting problems and highlighted the need for flexibility of work hours and commuting options. As we learn, improvements in AI-powered smart commuting technology and increased data homogeneity promise radical, positive change in the way that we approach commuting.

Learn more about Corey here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/corey-tucker-40b60424/

AI in Chemical Engineering with Dr. Sebastian Werner

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 03:00:00 -0700

Why is trust so critical in the integration of AI into existing chemical engineering technology? In this episode, we explore the role of AI and machine learning in chemical engineering with Dr. Sebastian Werner. Dr. Werner has a doctorate degree in chemical engineering and currently works as an AI Evangelist at Dataiku, a data science and machine learning platform that designs, deploys, and manages AI applications.

Dr. Werner explains how AI-enabled predictive maintenance, regression, and time series forecasting improves efficiency of chemical engineering operations. He and Deep touch on the challenges of bridging the divide between operational and informational technology, and why this has slowed the integration of AI into manufacturing. Finally, Dr. Werner speculates about the future role of AI in manufacturing, as well as how the global push for sustainability will influence the development of new technology.

Learn more about Dr. Werner here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sebastianwerner/?originalSubdomain=de

AI and Sustainable Energy Production with Carolina Torres

Thu, 28 Jul 2022 03:00:00 -0700

How can polluting oil companies possibly achieve net zero emissions? In this episode, we hear from Carolina Torres, Executive Director of Energy Industry Transformation at Cognite, about the ambitious promises made by energy companies and how AI is making it possible to meet those efficiency and sustainability goals.

Carolina and Deep dive into the details of energy production, oil rigs, and emissions in the context of AI. Carolina explains why the energy industry has struggled to leverage AI and how industrial data contextualization improves the safety and sustainability of operations. Finally, she touches on the future of sustainable energy production, including how to make Carbon Capture and Sequestration and other emission-reducing practices profitable.

Learn more about Carolina here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolinatorres88/

Regulating AI with Dr. Rowena Rodrigues

Mon, 18 Jul 2022 08:00:00 -0700

As AI becomes increasingly powerful, concerns about abuses grow. Consideration of the potential of future AI innovations leaves us with a burning question: does AI require regulation, and if so, how should AI be regulated and who should make those decisions? In this episode, we speak with Dr. Rowena Rodrigues, Head of Innovation and Research at Trilateral Research, a UK based organization that provides ethical AI software solutions.

Deep and Dr. Rodrigues discuss the importance of data transparency and how to balance innovation and regulation. They also speculate about what it might take for stricter regulatory legislation in AI to be enforced and how these regulations might evolve over the next decade.

Want to dive deeper? Explore some of the topics introduced by Dr. Rodrigues below:

EU AI Act proposal: https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/?uri=CELEX%3A52021PC0206
SIENNA project: https://www.sienna-project.eu
SHERPA project: https://www.project-sherpa.eu

Federated AI: Lessons From the War Theater with Dr. David Bauer

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 03:00:00 -0700

What do data centers loaded on tractor trailers with self destruct buttons in war zones have to do with ML models built from networks of hospital data? Join us in this fascinating episode as Deep speaks with Dr. David Bauer, Co-founder and CTO of BOSS AI. Dr. Bauer shares colorful stories and discusses how his experience leading big data and distributed learning initiatives for the U.S. Intelligence community inspired him to take hard lessons learned on the battlefield into the commercial sector and start BOSS AI.

Deep and Dr. Bauer dive into Federated AI, a type of AI that allows machine learning models to be built from data across multiple disparate systems while leaving the data in each system encrypted and decentralized. Federated AI encourages businesses to leverage their data to extract insights, alleviating the need for expensive data lakes, while also avoiding the risk, hassle and increased latency involved in centralizing data.

AI in Content Generation for Marketing with Kate Bradley Chernis

Tue, 14 Jun 2022 03:00:00 -0700

Have you been struggling to extract from your long form content to build a social media audience? Or perhaps you want to save time curating catchy social media posts?

This week we speak with Kate Bradley Chernis, the Co-Founder and CEO of Lately, an AI-powered social media marketing management platform. Kate explains how AI can be used to convert long form content into short, compelling snippets for social media. Building on her experience as a radio host, she stresses the importance of creating a two-way conversation with your audience to build trust and create fans, or "evangelists", through your marketing efforts.

Learn more about Lately here: https://www.lately.ai/

The Rise of Synthetic AI Voices and Voice Acting with David Ciccarelli

Thu, 26 May 2022 03:00:00 -0700

Synthetic AI voices are everywhere, from the smart speakers in your home to ads on the radio. This week, we speak with David Ciccarelli about AI voices and voice acting. David is the CEO of Voices, a leading voice over platform where companies can hire voice actors to complete creative projects.

In this episode, we cover the rapid rise of AI voice technology, what goes into creating synthetic voices, and future implications of their development. David also addresses the value of voice actors as compared to synthetic voices, and reasons that companies might choose to use one over the other.

Check out Voices here: https://www.voices.com/

AI in Neuroscience: Drawing Inspiration From the Brain with Keiland Cooper

Tue, 17 May 2022 07:00:00 -0700

Have you ever wondered how robotic arms can be controlled using your mind? This week on Your AI Injection, Deep speaks with Keiland Cooper, a cognitive scientist and neuroscientist at the University of California, Irvine, about the intersection of AI and neuroscience research. Cooper uses machine learning to study how the brain learns, remembers, and makes decisions.

We learn about how analysis of deep neural networks using AI can be used to classify and model brain activity, and how this information is being used to develop technology for people with disabilities. Cooper also teaches us how studying the brain can be used to better develop existing AI algorithms. As one means to explore this, we discuss ContinualAI, a non-profit research organization co-founded by Cooper with a focus on continuous learning.

Learn more about ContinualAI: https://www.continualai.org/

Building Ethical AI with Dr. Brian Green

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 04:00:00 -0700

This week on Your AI Injection, Deep speaks with Dr. Brian Green. Dr. Green is the director of technology ethics at the Markkula Center for Applied Ethics at Santa Clara University. His work focuses mainly on the relationship of ethics in AI.

In this episode, we find out how social media algorithms can encourage negative thinking. We also talk about how tech companies can create ethical AI during the product design process and what it means to expand the ethical circle. We also touch on the ethical dilemmas in self driving cars, autonomous weapons and more.

Find out more about Dr. Green below:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-green-896a3b39/

If you are interested in learning more about this topic, check out our in depth article titled "How to Detect and Mitigate Harmful Societal Bias in Your Organizations AI:
https://www.xyonix.com/blog/how-to-detect-and-mitigate-harmful-societal-bias-in-your-organizations-ai

Measuring and Monitoring Plastic Surgery Results Using Crowdsourcing and AI

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 04:00:00 -0700

This week we’re speaking with Dr. Daniel Gould and Dr. James Smartt. Dr. Gould’s a plastic surgeon and the author of hundreds of peer-reviewed journal articles. Dr. Smartt is an attending surgeon at Bucky Plastic Surgery and the CEO and co-founder of Love My Delta, a smart phone application that measures and tracks cosmetic surgery improvements over time.

This episode discusses how AI is impacting the world of plastic surgery. We dive into ways treatment efficacy is measured through crowdsourcing and AI and how both methods are essential to gather data. We also discuss the app Love My Delta and gain insights into how the app is beneficial to physicians by helping improve patient outcomes and product efficacy.

Monitoring Carbon Stocks Using LiDAR With Anup Joshi

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 04:00:00 -0800

This week on the podcast we spoke with Anup Joshi to provide us with some insight into measuring and monitoring biological carbon stocks . Dr. Joshi has a Ph.D. in Conservation Biology from The University of Minnesota. Dr. Joshi currently works at the GHG Management Institute where he teaches remote sensing and GIS for measuring and mapping forest carbon stocks. Additionally, Dr. Joshi develops training courses for governments to report and verify forest carbon emissions for successful implementation of REDD+ programs.

In this exciting episode, we dive deep into the world of carbon stock mapping and how remote sensing and LiDAR are used to calculate the biomass of a tree. We also get an insight into carbon credit accounting and how this is emerging as a way to offset GHG emissions.

Connect with Dr. Anup Joshi here:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/anup-joshi-70a47493/

Want to learn more?
Check out our two part article series on Carbon Sequestration:
https://www.xyonix.com/blog/improving-carbon-sequestration-by-leveraging-ai-to-better-map-and-monitor-stocks-part-1-1

https://www.xyonix.com/blog/improving-carbon-sequestration-part-2-orgs-using-ai-to-monitor-deforestation-improve-decisions

Exploring Deepfake Detection and the Erosion of Social Trust with Ilke Demir of Intel Corporation | Your AI Injection

Wed, 05 Jan 2022 04:00:00 -0800

What happens when we can no longer trust what we see? In this episode of Your AI Injection, host Deep Dhillon sits down with Ilke Demir of Intel Corporation to explore the unsettling rise of deepfake technology and its impact on truth and trust in our digital world. Dr. Demir, a leading expert in deepfake detection, explains how GANs (Generative Adversarial Networks) fuel these hyper-realistic videos and shares cutting-edge methods, like tracking PPG (photoplethysmography) signals, to detect the faint clues that reveal synthetic content. Together, they examine the deep social implications of deepfakes, discussing whether digital provenance and new legislation could help restore credibility in media—or if we’re entering an era where deception reigns.

Learn more about Dr. Demir's work below:
https://ilkedemir.weebly.com/

How AI is Transforming Nature-Based Carbon Credits and Saving Forests with Kelsey Josund of Pachama | Your AI Injection

Tue, 14 Dec 2021 06:00:00 -0800

Can artificial intelligence save our forests—and our planet?

In this episode of Your AI Injection, Deep sits down with Kelsey Josund, a machine learning engineer at Pachama, to explore how AI is reshaping the world of nature-based carbon credits. They discuss the cutting-edge technologies—like LIDAR, satellite imagery, and machine learning—that verify forest health and quantify carbon capture. Dive into the challenges of monitoring deforestation, ensuring biodiversity, and preventing poorly designed carbon projects that harm ecosystems. Discover how these innovations are solving real-world issues, from fighting climate change to protecting vulnerable forests, and learn how both corporations and individuals can contribute to these life-saving efforts.

Connect with Kelsey and learn more about her work here:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelsey-josund-98b9b943/

Learn more about Pachama by following the link below:
https://pachama.com/about

Interested in learning more about carbon monitoring? Check out some of our articles below:
https://www.xyonix.com/blog/improving-carbon-sequestration-by-leveraging-ai-to-better-map-and-monitor-stocks-part-1-1

https://www.xyonix.com/blog/improving-carbon-sequestration-part-2-orgs-using-ai-to-monitor-deforestation-improve-decisions

Understanding Human Conversations Using AI

Tue, 16 Nov 2021 07:00:00 -0800

This week's episode discusses how we can understand human conversations through human-machine synergistic interactions. We are joined by Carsten Tusk and Bill Constantine to dive deep into this topic. Training machines to understand languages can be a challenge for most data scientists. This episode starts with the basics of how to start training these machines to understand languages. We take a look at different scenarios where this can be used in everyday business practices.

Check out some of our articles that dig into this and related topics in more depth:

Leveraging AI in Creative Writing with Poet & Professor Andrew Levy

Mon, 18 Oct 2021 08:00:00 -0700

This week, we sat down with published poet Andrew Levy, a professor at The City University in New York. We discussed using AI to assist in writing poetry and creative writing. We also ran one of Andrew's poems, The Putative Tiring of Light, through an AI text generator and we discuss the output on the episode.

Andrew's most recent publication, Artifice in the Calm Damages, can be found here:
https://www.chax.org/product-page/artifice-in-the-calm-damages

Check out more of our work with GPT-3 below:
Practical Applications of AI & NLP for Automated Text Generation

Modern AI Text Generation: An Exploration of GPT-3, Wu Dao 2.0 & other NLP Advances

Using AI To Assist Physicians With Dr. Tom Lendvay

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 06:00:00 -0700

This episode of Your AI Injection features Dr. Tom Lendvay, a physician at Seattle Children's Hospital and an associate professor of urology at the University of Washington. Alongside his work in the clinical setting, Tom has been involved with a number of AI-driven startups. We spent time talking about important areas and ways that AI is impacting healthcare, and what the future looks like from the perspective of an AI-savvy physician. We also dive into discussing our microbiomes and how AI can possibly help in replenishing weak gut microbiomes.

Check out our work assisting physicians here:
https://www.xyonix.com/industries/health/physician-assistance-and-training
Keep up to date on Tom's work by visiting his LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-lendvay-b0926721/

Painting with AI: Interview with Pindar Van Arman

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 05:00:00 -0700

This week our guest was Pindar Van Arman. Pindar is an established artist who uses AI-driven robotic arms to paint. We talked with Pindar about his creative process and background, and broke down the AI technology that he uses for his paintings. We also discussed the role of the robot as both a tool and a creative collaborator.

To look at Pindar's work and learn about his creative and technological process, check out his website here:

Cloudpainter.com

Using AI to Study Vaccine-Hesitant Language: Interview with Dr. Dennis Tenen

Fri, 20 Aug 2021 05:00:00 -0700

This week we had the chance to talk with Dr. Dennis Tenen, an associate professor of English and Comparative Lit at Columbia University. Dennis has been studying vaccine-hesitant language online, a project that is leveraging AI to better understand the various social and cultural explanations for vaccine-hesitancy.

We chatted with Dennis about his unique background in the intersection of AI and literature, and about the machine learning that is helping bring his research to life.

To learn more about Dennis' work, check out:

https://denten.plaintext.in/

Can AI Detect Developmental Delays at Home? with Bharath Modayur of Early Markers | Your AI Injection

Thu, 05 Aug 2021 05:00:00 -0700

What if you could monitor your baby’s development with just your phone?

In this episode of Your AI Injection, Deep Dhillon talks to Bharath Modayur about Early Markers’ vision to bring developmental screening into every nursery. Their system helps parents identify delays in motor skills and other milestones by coming AI with clinically validated tools. Bharath shares how real-time feedback and targeted activities may enhance outcomes for infants, while reducing anxiety for parents.

Learn more about Bharath here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bmodayur/
and Early Markers here: https://earlymarkers.com/index

To find out more about how to use pose analysis to analyze activities, visit our website: Human Pose Analysis

Or check out our related content:

Is AI Killing Real Music? The End of Human Creativity with Jay Bartot | Your AI Injection

Tue, 20 Jul 2021 05:00:00 -0700

Has AI already replaced your favorite musician?

In this episode of Your AI Injection, host Deep Dhillon sits down with Jay Bartot, tech innovator and musician, to debate whether AI-generated music is empowering artists or erasing their relevance entirely. Jay reflects on how through his life digital tools have transformed his musical creativity, from his punk-rock roots to his later MIDI experiments. Now, as AI mimics iconic musicians and even completes unfinished Nirvana tracks, are we witnessing the end of authentic human musicianship? Join the conversation and discover how AI is rewriting the rules of music-making, and whether that's something to celebrate or fear.

Learn more about Jay here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jay-bartot/

Check out the article on our website about this topic: How AI is Transforming Music Composition

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A CTO's Perspective on Leveraging AI in Business: Interview with Dr. Werner Koepf

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 04:00:00 -0700

This week we interviewed Dr. Werner Koepf, a successful organization leader and AI Practitioner. Currently the Senior Vice President Of Engineering at Karat, Dr. Koepf has served as a tech. executive and CTO at numerous companies, including Expedia, Ticketmaster, and Conversica.

We chatted with Dr. Koepf about his background in theoretical physics, and how he transitioned to working in software and product development. Dr. Koepf shared some of his experiences that have shaped his approach to AI and what successful companies should do—and not do—to integrate AI into their business models.

Improving Sports Efficiency Using AI

Tue, 22 Jun 2021 15:00:00 -0700

This week, our data scientists discuss how AI-driven body pose estimation technology can be used by athletes to improve sports performance.

Too often, athletes face injuries that could have been prevented by better technique and body positioning. When running, impact at each step, overtraining and poor form can promote undue strain on muscles, joints, and tendons and the cumulative effect can lead to serious injury. Getting professional feedback from physical trainers to prevent these injuries can be costly, tedious, and ineffective.

After facing a major injury while training for a marathon, one of Xyonix's own data scientists created a machine-learning algorithm that relies on body pose estimation technology to assess and correct his running form. The device measures the motions of key body parts based on videos of the runner to assess for inefficiencies such as asymmetrical technique or poor cadence.

If you're interested in reading about this topic, visit our blog article here:

Using AI to Improve Sports Performance & Achieve Better Running Efficiency

Detecting and Mitigating Societal Bias in AI

Mon, 14 Jun 2021 14:00:00 -0700

AI models are now being used to make life altering decisions in areas such as healthcare, hiring, lending, university admissions and criminal justice. The stakes of AI models to make decisions fairly could never be higher and yet there are many high profile examples where AI
has been shown to produce unfair, inequitable and exclusive decisions.

In this episode of our podcast, data scientists at Xyonix talk about how to prevent societal biases from creeping into machine learning models, and why it's so important to be aware of these biases.

Read the article on our website:

https://www.xyonix.com/blog/how-to-detect-and-mitigate-harmful-societal-bias-in-your-organizations-ai

Why AI Fails According to AI Consultants

Thu, 03 Jun 2021 20:00:00 -0700

Artificial Intelligence is transforming industries around you every day, but all too often great opportunities to apply AI in business fail.

In this episode, data scientists at Xyonix explain some of the most common reasons why AI fails and walk through ways to prevent it. Ranging from a lack of support from the broader company to a poorly structured team, these reasons can stifle AI innovation and if left unchecked, completely prevent eager businesses from successfully applying AI.

To read more about this topic, visit the article on our website:

https://www.xyonix.com/blog/10-reasons-why-ai-innovation-fails-according-to-an-ai-consultant

Explainable AI: Data Scientists Discuss What's Inside the Black Box

Mon, 24 May 2021 10:00:00 -0700

AI is increasingly used to make important decisions in our lives like predicting the onset of a disease, the suitability of a job candidate, the likelihood of a criminal to reoffend, or the next president of the United States. In such cases, having AI model outcomes that are explainable, or interpretable, is often just as important as having model outcomes that are accurate. In this episode, Xyonix Data Scientists engage in a robust discussion where we explore model interpretability and discuss why you should care.

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