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Episode Summary
In this episode of "In the Blink of AI," host Georgie Healy engages with Riccardo Grinover, Senior Product Manager and AI Specialist at Leonardo AI. Riccardo delves into the transformative journey of Leonardo AI from its inception using off-the-shelf models to becoming a pioneer in custom AI models like the Phoenix. They explore the intricate balance between rapid innovation and maintaining high-quality outputs, the strategic role of AI researchers in pushing the envelope of what's possible, and how real-time image generation is revolutionising user interaction. The discussion also covers the impact of Leonardo's acquisition by Canva, envisioning a future where generative AI tools are even more accessible and integrated into creative workflows. Whether you're an AI enthusiast or a professional in the field, this conversation offers deep insights into the challenges and triumphs of developing cutting-edge AI technologies.
Timestamps00:00 – Introduction and Leonardo's early model development
02:24 – Leonardo's image and video generation capabilities
05:29 – The role of a Senior Product Manager in AI development
07:45 – Challenges of real-time image generation
11:01 – The development and impact of the Phoenix model
14:13 – Real-time interactions with AI models
19:09 – The synergy and future prospects post Canva acquisition
23:26 – The balance between rapid release cycles and quality assurance
26:26 – Discussing the role of AI researchers at Leonardo
33:35 – The evolution of computational needs for AI models
42:09 – Addressing technical challenges in AI product management
46:07 – Riccardo reflects on the Canva acquisition and its benefits
50:01 – Rapid fire questions: Model priorities, the potential of AGI, and admiration for AI startups
57:59 – Final thoughts and the future of Leonardo AI under Canva
Notable Quotes"Building our own AI models allowed us to stay at the forefront of technology and ensure our tools were tailored to the creative processes of our users." – Riccardo Grinover
"The acquisition by Canva has empowered us to push boundaries further and faster, ensuring that Leonardo AI continues to lead in generative AI." – Riccardo Grinover
"Real-time image generation has not just changed the workflow but transformed how users perceive and interact with AI, making it a collaborative tool rather than just a service." – Riccardo Grinover
"We aim to democratise AI in creative industries, making it accessible not just to engineers but to artists and creators across the globe." – Riccardo Grinover
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In this episode of In the Blink of AI, host Georgie Healy speaks with Annie Liao, founder of BuildClub, an AI-focused community and learning platform. Annie shares the journey from a weekend coworking group to a thriving ecosystem helping over a thousand founders and engineers learn, build, and grow in AI. They discuss why technical founders often struggle with customer validation, how AI is reducing barriers to entry for startups, and the importance of diversity, inclusion, and accessible education. From partnering with frontier dev tools to envisioning a future where anyone can build with AI, Annie’s insights paint a picture of a rapidly evolving landscape. If you’ve ever considered launching an AI project or up-skilling to meet the new era’s demands, this episode is a must-listen.
Time Stamps01:10 – Origins of BuildClub and its community roots
05:30 – From side projects to funded ventures: success stories
09:45 – Why technical founders need to talk to customers early
14:20 – Partnering with AI dev tools and building a learning platform
19:00 – The future of AI education: career tracks and global reach
24:15 – Diversity, inclusion, and safe AI practices
30:00 – Advice for Aussie founders and connecting with the US market
Resources Mentioned• Claude by Anthropic – Recommended AI chatbot tool
• Cohere – AI language model provider collaborating with BuildClub’s curriculum
• Various Dev Tools (e.g., Blend. ai) featured in BuildClub’s learning modules
Notable Quotes"If you had to hire three software engineers before, now you might only need one armed with Copilot or Cursor, and they’ll deliver the same output." – Annie Liao
"There’s a saying now that English is almost like the new coding language—AI tools let you build without traditional code." – Annie Liao
"Building a startup is just surviving and not giving up. Resilience matters more than almost anything else." – Annie Liao
"If there’s any time to jump into AI, it’s now—don’t wait until everyone else is ahead." – Annie Liao
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In this engaging episode of "In the Blink of AI," host Georgie Healy speaks with Christina Maher, founder and CEO of BrainLand. Christina, a neuroscientist and biomedical engineer, shares her journey from academia to launching a health tech startup focused on brain health. The discussion explores the intersection of AI technology and healthcare, touching on the use of biometrics, the significance of personal and familial health experiences, and the future of digital health tools. Insights into the challenges and processes of integrating AI in medical applications, as well as the broader impact of technology on healthcare, are also discussed.
Time Stamps00:00 - Introduction to Christina Maher and BrainLand
01:27 - Why Christina pursued a PhD in neuroscience
05:22 - The healthcare system's diagnostic challenges
07:47 - From academia to launching BrainLand
11:13 - The role of AI in BrainLand
14:32 - Using AI for customer research and data analysis
18:29 - Explanation of 'nearables' and homomorphic encryption
23:23 - Impact of AI in healthcare according to Christina
28:30 - Christina's academic background and its impact on her startup journey
33:09 - Hiring practices and team dynamics at BrainLand
36:28 - Introduction of Melon Mag for brain health education
41:02 - Closing remarks and call to action
Resources Mentioned• BrainLand: Christina’s health tech startup.
• Fetch Pet: AI tool for pet health.
• Melon Mag: An educational resource created by Christina to promote brain health awareness.
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Rocking Horse - November 2024
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In this episode of In the Blink of AI, we meet Angela Shi, the CEO and co-founder of Empathetic AI, a Sydney-based startup revolutionising the tax industry with artificial intelligence. Angela shares her journey from being a finance professional with over 14 years of experience to becoming a first-time founder tackling complex tax challenges through their AI assistant, Luna.
She discusses how Luna, a domain-specific large language model trained on decades of Australian tax legislation and rulings, assists tax professionals by simplifying complex scenarios and increasing productivity. Angela delves into the technical aspects of building Luna, the importance of human expertise in AI development, and how Empathetic AI addresses data sensitivity and compliance. She also opens up about overcoming personal challenges as an immigrant and introverted female founder, offering valuable insights into entrepreneurship, continuous learning, and finding meaning in her work.
Time Stamps00:00 Introduction to In the Blink of AI and Angela Shi
03:11 Empathetic AI's Rapid Growth and Building a Community
06:11 Introducing Luna, the AI Tax Assistant
10:11 Building Luna: Data Sources and Model Training
14:36 Handling Data Sensitivity and Compliance
17:51 Updating Luna with Changes in Legislation
21:10 The Role of Human Expertise in AI Development
24:20 Angela's Journey from CFO to AI Founder
28:01 Challenges of Entrepreneurship and Continuous Learning
36:09 Overcoming Personal Obstacles and Finding Meaning
38:38 Rapid-Fire Questions and Insights
44:37 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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Rocking Horse - November 2024
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In this episode of In the Blink of AI, Georgie Healy interviews Alex Valente, co-founder of Redactive AI. They discuss how Redactive helps enterprises manage data threats and empower security teams through innovative use of generative AI. Valente shares his journey from working at Atlassian on enterprise products to founding Redactive, detailing how the company achieved one of Australia's largest seed rounds. They dive into the importance of customer-centric approaches, the challenges of integrating AI into enterprise environments, and the significance of having a large vision as a founder. Valente also emphasises the importance of product-market fit before scaling and shares his thoughts on vertical versus horizontal AI models.
Timecodes00:00 COVID Testing with Atlassian Software
00:36 Introduction to In the Blink of AI
01:39 Meet Alex Valente of Redactive AI
03:20 The Birth of Redactive AI
08:27 Challenges and Lessons in Enterprise Software
16:04 The Importance of Product Market Fit
22:22 Business Hypothesis and Model Quality
22:43 Sensitive Data and Workflow Automation
25:04 Redactive's Unique Data Handling Approach
28:01 Customer Obsession and Success Stories
30:45 Career Journey and Recruitment Insights
35:43 Rapid Fire Round and Fun Facts
37:54 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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Rocking Horse - November 2024
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Nicole Gibson, CEO and founder of inTruth, joins host Georgie Healy on "In the Blink of AI" to explore how her company is pioneering the tracking of human emotions through wearable technology with clinical-grade accuracy. They delve into the innovative technology that processes biometric data from PPG sensors to objectively quantify emotions, discuss the potential personal and societal impacts, and address the ethical considerations surrounding data sovereignty and privacy. Nicole shares her vision for enhancing emotional intelligence globally, the challenges faced in societal acceptance, and the transformative applications of integrating AI with emotion-tracking technology.
Time Codes00:00 - Introduction and Nicole's perspective on emotional intelligence
07:06 - Data sovereignty and users owning their health data
11:03 - How inTruth processes biometric data to map emotions
13:50 - The five-star vision for inTruth's technology
15:06 - Potential applications like AI coaching and conflict resolution
22:03 - Balancing technological advancement with societal acceptance
25:09 - Addressing AI hallucinations and inTruth's approach
26:51 - Funding focus and the potential creation of a foundation
30:20 - Cultural disruption and integrating emotion data with art
35:09 - Evolution of human emotions and creating an objective model
38:42 - The importance of empathy in unifying people
46:59 - Rapid-fire questions and closing thoughts
Resources1) Circumplex Model of Emotion: A psychological model used to describe the structure of emotions.
2) PPG Sensors and IBI Data: Photoplethysmography sensors used in wearables to collect Inter-Beat Interval data.
3) Books and Authors:
You Can Heal Your Life by Louise HayThe Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der KolkSponsors:In The Blink of A.I. is supported by our wonderful sponsors:
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Rocking Horse - November 2024
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In this episode of "In the Blink of AI," host Georgie Healy speaks with Jada Andersen, CTO and co-founder of Xylo Systems, a cloud-based data and AI platform that empowers businesses to measure and manage their biodiversity footprint. Jada discusses the growing global recognition of economic dependency on nature and the existential threat posed by biodiversity decline. She explains how Xylo Systems leverages AI to process complex biodiversity data from disparate sources, including remote sensing technologies like camera traps and bioacoustics, to provide actionable insights for businesses. The conversation delves into the challenges of educating businesses on biodiversity reporting, balancing AI integration costs with customer value, and Jada's personal journey overcoming imposter syndrome to become a tech leader. They also explore global efforts like rewilding in the UK, specific biodiversity challenges in Australia, and the importance of collaboration across industries to promote conservation.
Timecodes00:00 — Introduction to AI and Technology Costs
00:25 — Welcome to 'In the Blink of AI'
00:37 — Meet Jada Anderson and Xylo Systems
01:33 — Understanding Biodiversity and Global Frameworks
03:05 — Understanding global disclosure frameworks like TNFD
04:31 — The meaning of biodiversity and endangered species in Australia
07:09 — How Xylo Systems leverages AI in biodiversity management
10:03 — Remote sensing technologies and computer vision in ecology
12:43 — Impact of AI integration on client relationships
14:00 — Types of customers and pivot to corporates
15:24 — Educating developers on biodiversity and sustainability
17:06 — Balancing AI integration costs with customer value
18:03 — Jada's journey to becoming CTO and co-founder
21:32 — Overcoming imposter syndrome and passion for nature
24:06 — Startups in the conservation tech space
25:55 — Rewilding and biodiversity efforts in the UK
27:40 — Biodiversity challenges and legislation in Australia
29:48 — Involvement with mining companies and partners
32:11 — Rapid-fire questions
39:22 — Closing remarks and call for team expansion
ResourcesTask Force for Nature-Related Financial Disclosures (TNFD): A global framework encouraging businesses to disclose their nature-related risks and impacts.
iNaturalist App: An app that helps users identify plants and animals, contributing to research through community-shared observations.
PropTech Awards: Xylo Systems won Best Commercial Business in PropTech and the Energy and Environment Award.
Wilderlands: A Melbourne-based startup developing biodiversity credits for companies to invest in biodiversity preservation.
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Rocking Horse: Rocking Horse helps startups access their R&D tax rebate early. Get up to $3M in non-dilutive finance, solve cash flow challenges, and accelerate growth. Easy application, fast approval. Smart investment for innovative startups.
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Episode Summary
In the Blink of AI: Conversations with AI Innovators Join Georgie Healy on 'In the Blink of AI', your weekly guide to the dynamic world of artificial intelligence. Each episode features interviews with the founders of top AI startups, creative product builders, and industry leaders. With 20 years in engineering and technology, Georgie aims to distill complex AI concepts into engaging stories.
The show covers business building, cutting-edge AI technology, and guests' approaches to developing AI products, finishing with rapid-fire questions for quick insights. Connect with Georgie on LinkedIn, Instagram, or via email to share your thoughts and suggestions for future guests.
Timestamps00:00 Introduction to In the Blink of AI
00:10 Meet Your Host: Georgie Healy
00:56 Podcast Format and Content
01:11 Engage with Us
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Rocking Horse - November 2024
