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AI in NYC Show
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AI In NYC interviews technical leaders, investors, and business executives about the impact AI is having on the greatest city in the world. If you are a New Yorker, or just love AI and are looking to understand how AI will impact your world, please subscribe.
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EP 34: Rahul Kanodia CEO of Datamatics: What Real AI Transformation Looks Like Inside an Enterprise
6d ago00:43:28Tap to summarizeAI transformation isn't just about using ChatGPT—it's about changing how businesses think, operate, and innovate.In this episode of AI in NYC, Rob May and Anna Kirk sit down with Rahul Kanodia, CEO of Datamatics, to discuss what it really takes to transform an enterprise with AI. From building an AI-first culture and measuring ROI to agentic AI, automation, and the biggest mistakes companies make, Rahul shares practical insights every business leader should hear.Whether you're a CEO, founder, developer, or simply curious about the future of AI, this conversation offers valuable lessons on adopting AI the right way.Learn more about - https://datamatics.com/For more conversations on AI, startups, and the future of technology, subscribe to our newsletter @ Aiinnycshow.com
Transcribe →EP33: Refurbished GPUs, Real Infrastructure: Harris Edelman on Powering the Al Boom
4w ago00:40:24Tap to summarizeAI isn't just about models like ChatGPT—it runs on an enormous hardware ecosystem that most people never see.In this episode of AI in NYC, Rob May sits down with Harris Edelman, Founder & CEO of Ombligo, to explore the booming world of refurbished data center equipment, AI GPUs, and the hidden infrastructure powering today's AI revolution.Learn more about - https://techmikeny.com/For more conversations on AI, startups, and the future of technology, subscribe to our newsletter @ Aiinnycshow.comProducer: Madi Donlan#AI #ArtificialIntelligence #GPUs #NVIDIA #DataCenters #AIInfrastructure
Transcribe →EP32: From Computational Chemistry to AI at Scale: Alexa Griffith on Building Real AI Infrastructure
Jul 600:36:15Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we sit down with Alexa Griffith, Senior Principal Software Engineer at Red Hat, to discuss what’s really happening behind the scenes of modern AI infrastructure.From her journey transitioning from computational chemistry to software engineering, to building AI systems at scale.We also dive into:• How AI systems handle scale, latency, and security• Why AI infrastructure matters more than ever• The engineering challenges behind production AI• OpenAI vs Claude and the current AI model race• Why many companies still struggle with AI adoptionLearn more about Alexa at https://alexagriffith.com/Follow us and Subscribe to our newsletter to stay updated on everything AI and NYC: https://ai-in-nyc.beehiiv.com/Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more conversations on AI, startups, and the future of technology.Send us guests! Partnerships@aiinnycshow.com#AI #ArtificialIntelligence #MachineLearning #OpenSource #RedHat #TechPodcast #AIInfrastructure #GenerativeAI
Transcribe →EP31: AI Security, Slack agents, & the Future of Work
Jul 100:52:00Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Boris Berenberg dives deep into the biggest challenges companies face when adopting AI—from security and compliance concerns to poor implementation strategies and organizational resistance.We discuss why nearly 90% of AI projects fail, how enterprise teams struggle with AI adoption, and what businesses need to do to successfully integrate AI into their workflows. Boris also shares insights on AI agents, Slack-based automation, regulated industries, and the future of knowledge work.Check us out at AI in NYC — Aiinnycshow.comCheck them at Z0.ai — Z0.a#AI #ArtificialIntelligence #EnterpriseAI #AIAdoption #FutureOfWork #AIInnovation #MachineLearning #AIINYC
Transcribe →EP30: AI Agents vs SaaS: The Future of Software with Kenneth Auchenberg
Jun 2500:50:26Tap to summarizeIn this episode of AI and NYC, we dive into one of the biggest questions in tech today: Will AI agents replace traditional software? Joining us is Kenneth Auchenberg, Partner at Innovation Endeavors, where we unpack the future of software infrastructure, AI-powered workflows, and why the next decade may belong to agent-first systems. In this episode, we discuss:Why AI agents are changing how software is builtThe shift from developer experience to agent experienceWhether traditional SaaS is at risk.The future of AI infrastructure and investingHow businesses can prepare for the AI revolutionA huge thank you to our sponsor, Lorimer Ventures — a venture fund backed by a network of 100+ operators helping founders scale with real hands-on support. If you’re raising capital, be sure to check them out!Subscribe to our newsletter @ aiinnycshow.com#AI #AIAgents #SaaS #TechPodcast #ArtificialIntelligence #Startups #Innovation #AIInfrastructure
Transcribe →EP29: Reclaiming the Internet: Ben Guo on Personal AI, Techno-Feudalism, and Building Zo Computer
Jun 1800:34:00Tap to summarizeBen Guo is a former early Stripe engineer, Brooklyn musician, and now the co-founder and CEO of Zo Computer.In this episode of AI in NYC, Rob May sits down with Ben to explore a refreshing vision for personal AI: how managed cloud computers and autonomous AI agents can give regular, everyday people the power to reclaim the internet from corporate tech giants.We dive deep into the cultural "scaremongering" around AI replacing human potential, why the current attention economy functions like a techno-feudal system making us slaves to algorithms, and the reality of building a company for the pure love of the game rather than just an exit.This episode is proudly brought to you by Lorimer Ventures an early-stage New York City venture fund with a network of 100 operators who know exactly what it looks like to scale!Check them out here:Lorimer Ventures: Check out their hands-on advice at lorimerventures.comZo Computer: Explore their consumer-grade server experience at https://zo.computer#AI #Startups #ZoComputer #Stripe #Entrepreneurship #SaaS #TechPodcast #NewYorkTech
Transcribe →EP28: Thick Skin Required: Fundraising, Failure & Comedy with Noah Obstfeld @PitchRoastLive
Jun 1100:52:42Tap to summarizeNoah Obstfeld from Pitch Roast runs a venture capital and entrepreneur pitch session where professional comedians roast you while you pitch your startup.In this episode of AI in NYC, Rob May and guest co-host Stephen Messer dive into the brutal, vulnerable, and hilarious world of fundraising. We discuss why founders willingly subject their confidence to stand-up comics, what happens when a live pitch completely falls apart, and the thick skin required to survive the startup ecosystem.This episode is proudly brought to you by Boon.ai! Looking to automate your sales and marketing workflows without the manual headache? AI agents to handle your core sales and marketing tasks for you.Check them out here: https://boon.aiCheck out @PitchRoastLive for more Noah!#AI #ArtificialIntelligence #Startups #Entrepreneurship #VentureCapital #PitchRoast #Comedy #NewYorkTech #TechPodcast
Transcribe →EP 27: The Next AI Battle Isn't Technology—It's Trust | Guy Mounier (Boon AI)
Jun 800:46:31Tap to summarizeGuy Mounier is a four-time founder, investor, and the CEO of Boon AI.In this episode of AI in NYC, we explore one of the biggest questions facing technology today: how do we build trust in an AI-powered world?Our conversation spans entrepreneurship, AI, business, society, and the ideas behind Guy's newest initiative, The Trust Era Project. We discuss how AI is changing the way organizations make decisions, the opportunities and challenges ahead, and why trust may become one of the most important currencies of the next decade.Learn more:boon.aitrusteraproject.orgSubscribe for more conversations with the founders, researchers, investors, and builders shaping the future of artificial intelligence.#AI #ArtificialIntelligence #Startups #Entrepreneurship #FutureOfWork #Trust #TechnologyConnect with Guy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/guymounier/
Transcribe →EP 26: Building the Next Generation of AI Leaders with Dr. Taniya Mishra
May 2900:42:29Tap to summarizeDr. Taniya Mishra shares her remarkable journey from early machine learning research and accessibility-focused AI projects to building SureStart, a company dedicated to bringing AI fluency to students around the world. Together, they explore what it means to prepare the next generation for an AI-driven future—and why responsible AI, mentorship, creativity, and critical thinking matter more than ever.The discussion covers the evolving workforce, the impact of AI on entry-level jobs, the importance of ethics in technology education, and whether today's race toward advanced AI is overlooking the human element. They also examine how AI can be used to empower people, foster innovation, and create opportunities rather than simply automate work.Check out SureStart: thttps://mysurestart.com/Subscribe to AI IN NYC newsletter: https://magic.beehiiv.com/v1/c2777e42... Join the community: https://aiinnycshow.com/
Transcribe →EP25: The Future of AI Storytelling, AGI & Creative Worlds with Hilary Mason
May 2100:43:58Tap to summarizeIn this episode of AI in NYC, Rob and Ryan are joined by Hilary Mason for a wide-ranging conversation on the evolution of AI in New York — from the early data science era to today’s generative AI landscape.The discussion dives into the early days of data science in New York, the rise of AGI hype in Silicon Valley, and why practical AI product design may matter more than chasing artificial general intelligence. The episode also explores the growing importance of small language models, harness engineering, and building AI systems that are actually useful for people instead of relying on chatbot-first experiences.The second half of the episode focuses on the future of AI-powered storytelling and interactive entertainment. The conversation breaks down how immersive narrative engines could allow users to create characters, shape evolving storylines, and participate inside fictional worlds in entirely new ways. Rather than replacing creators, these AI tools are positioned as creative amplifiers designed to help writers, gamers, and storytellers unlock richer and more meaningful experiences.Check out Hidden Door: https://www.hiddendoor.co/Subscribe to AI IN NYC newsletter: https://magic.beehiiv.com/v1/c2777e42-a25b-4683-bc3e-e47a10dbc291Check out our website & send us guests / promote your company on our channel: https://aiinnycshow.com/Thank you to our sponsor: https://www.bepresentapp.com/
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