Absolute AI

In this episode, Melody welcomes Michael Nguyen, VP of Global Data Practice and Partnerships at Innodata, Inc. Michael shares insights into all that AI is (and isn’t), the advances that have been made in ground truth data collection, and what it will take to overcome the biases that are still present in machine learning. GROUND TRUTH DATA IN MACHINE LEARNING Ground truth data is a collection of data that can’t be manufactured, it has to be captured. Primarily used by companies who develop...

Data is the fuel that is going to carry companies into the future. In this episode, Melody is joined by Florin Tufan, co-founder and CEO of Soleadify, a platform that mimics the human approach to research on companies at massive scale, using a combination of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and natural language processing. Together they discuss the opportunities that are made possible with AI, what decision makers need to know about AI, and how AI can be leveraged to solve real...

Genetic programming is a technique of evolving programs that have the potential to overcome existing limitations and take AI to the next level. In this episode, Melody is joined by Howie Altman, co-founder and CEO of Perceiver AI, where their mission is to elevate the science of artificial intelligence. They have developed a novel form of AI-based on the foundation of genetic programming which uses an evolutionary engine to optimize through a process of natural selection. Howie highlights...

The potential for a significant increase in AI implementation is poised to happen in the near future, and while some industries are ready for adaptation, others might struggle. In this episode, Melody welcomes Azmath Pasha, consummate CTO with over 25 years of technological experience. He is now an advisor to the tech community through board memberships including the Forbes Technology Advisory Board and brings a wealth of experience to today’s episode of the Absolute AI podcast. He...

From automating manual processes to utilizing the millions of health data points in predictive analytics, the future of healthcare stands to benefit greatly from the application of AI and machine learning. In this episode of the Absolute AI podcast, Melody welcomes Mark Kujawski, founder, CEO, and Managing Director at Aztech Health. Mark has had a long career working on the front lines of technology transformation with companies like Accenture, Oracle, and Hewlett Packard. As a strategy...

For better and for worse, the future of AI is coming at us faster than ever. In this episode of the Absolute AI podcast, Melody welcomes Tim Huckaby. Tim is an industry luminary focused on AI, Computer Vision, Machine Learning, AR/MR, Data Visualization, & Edge Computing. Tim has over 35 years of technology experience including 25 years with Microsoft where he worked on some famous and not-so-famous Microsoft Server products in the late nineties and learned how to build scalable enterprise...

At the intersection of both human and AI capabilities, we find the critical value of machine intelligence. In this episode of the Absolute AI podcast, Melody welcomes Jinsook Han. Jinsook’s passion lies in the future of work, at the intersection of human and artificial intelligence where technology assists, augments, and accelerates human ingenuity. She is currently the managing partner and founder of Spruce Peak Ventures LLC that advises companies on digital transformation, product roadmap,...

As companies seek to integrate AI and other advancing technologies, disruption is happening at a faster and more affordable rate around the world. In this episode of the Absolute AI podcast, Melody welcomes entrepreneur, educator, and executive Maaike Doyer. Maaike is a regular speaker on management and innovation events, delivering keynote speeches and workshops about “Business Model Innovation,” as well as the founder of Epic Angels, an investor network of female executives and operators...

The process of moving AI beyond the theoretical and into the practical as it becomes part of our everyday lives is a complex one. While advancements and opportunities in the AI/ML space abound, there is still a long way to go. Once considered the Wild West of the digital transformation, AI is now facing questions about processes, regulations, purpose, and critical design. In this episode of the Absolute AI podcast, Melody welcomes Zachary Hanson, Head of ML Product at Brightcove, an online...

The relationship between humans and AI is growing stronger and more connected every day. With the capacity to retain knowledge and provide insights that humans didn’t know they were seeking, AI is becoming a more integrated part of everyday life. But will AI ever fully replace the human ability of knowledge workers? This week, Melody is joined by Scott Litman, the co-founder and managing partner of Lucy AI, an AI-powered knowledge management assistant, for a conversation about the future of...

Data, especially when leveraged by AI, has the potential to mitigate risk, reduce expenses, and boost revenue. No wonder countless businesses today are working to become more data driven. But how to turn raw data into a business asset rather than a liability remains a challenge across industries. This week Melody is joined by Prashanth Southekal, the Managing Principal of DBP-Institute, a Data Analytics Consulting and Education company. They discuss how companies can utilize data and...

Co-Founder and CEO of Agolo, Sage Wohns, joins Melody on the podcast today to discuss his programming and business strategy experience and how he has combined them to advance the role of AI particularly in finance and news organizations. He also reveals the keys to the founder role in which he has excelled, and the role models whose example he feels are worthy of emulating. Absolute AI Homepage Innodata Agolo Homepage

This week, Melody welcomes AI educator, author, and quantum ML research scientist at Zapata, Luis Serrano, to the Absolute AI podcast. Luis discusses his journey to the world of quantum computing, the enormous potential in this ever evolving field, and his highly successful initiatives to share his knowledge. THE JOURNEY TO QUANTUM COMPUTING Luis’ early interest in Mathematics led him to become a Math professor which sparked even further interest in machine learning and AI. Eventually...

Melody’s very special guest on the podcast this week is Darren Oberst, Senior Corporate Vice President and Global Head of HCL Software. Formally educated in the fields of Law, Physics, and Philosophy, Darren has built upon his lifelong interest in technology, especially coding, to become a leader in product and corporate development throughout the world. Today, he takes listeners through the journey of his career, offering valuable insights into the world of technology, AI, and leadership,...

Joining Melody on today’s episode is Elizabeth Pritchard, recently named CEO of Bitvore - the leader in AI-driven intelligence from unstructured data. Elizabeth begins by sharing her journey into the STEM and finance industries, her 19-year tenure at Goldman Sachs, and the evolution of alternative data in the financial industry. She goes on to explain what alternative and unstructured data are, the challenges of extracting information from it and leveraging AI and the structured data it...

Welcome to the very first episode of the Absolute AI podcast, where, each week you will have the opportunity to hear the humans behind artificial intelligence talking about cutting edge innovation and the unique challenges posed by this new technological frontier. The very special guest for this premier episode is Dennis Mortensen, CEO and Founder of x.ai, a sophisticated AI platform that solves the problem of scheduling meetings. A serial entrepreneur who built and successfully exited 4...

Artificial intelligence is rapidly becoming interwoven into the fabric of our society through the way we communicate, work, and problem solve. Our mission is to share and amplify the voices of the creators, thinkers, researchers, and innovators taking AI from prototype to production. With each episode, we will dive into the nitty-gritty details of how AI is helping to solve common and complex challenges.