In this episode of BetterTech, we sit down with Anagha Nadkarni, CEO of AI Detector Pro, a platform helping students, writers, and professionals detect and humanize AI-generated content. Anagha shares her journey from federal attorney to tech founder, shedding light on bootstrapping a startup, scaling responsibly, and navigating the ethics of AI in education and content creation. With 300,000 users and nearly a million reports processed, AI Detector Pro is redefining how we measure originality and quality in writing. Tune in as Anagha discusses leadership lessons, writing advice in the AI era, and what it really takes to build a user-centered B2C tech product.
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How Microsoft Builds AI Startups
In this episode, host Umair Javed interviews Taylor Black from Microsoft’s Office of the CTO,who discusses how their internal incubator drives AI innovation using lean startup methods. Heexplains how teams pitch ideas, access resources, and balance startup speed within a largecompany. Taylor shares success stories, challenges in corporate innovation, and how AI isreshaping product development. He also highlights the importance of trusting the innovationprocess and collaborating with external venture studios. Gain an insider’s view of Microsoft’sapproach to fostering breakthrough technology and driving the future of AI.
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AI and the Future of Customer Experience
In this episode of the BetterTech podcast, host Umair Javed sits down with Chom Chana, Head of AI and Machine Learning for the SCN region at Amazon Web Services (AWS). With a PhD in computer science and years of experience in business development and AI, Chom shares his expertise on the rapid evolution of AI and its real-world applications. He discusses how businesses are adopting AI technologies, from proof of concepts to full-scale implementations, and the challenges companies face in leveraging AI to drive value. Chom also explores key AI use cases, from improving customer experience to enhancing business workflows and personalization.
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Cybersecurity in Finance & Entertainment
In this episode of the BetterTech podcast, host Colin McCarthy sits down with Roberto Galdamez, Chief Information Security Officer at Kovac Financial Network. Roberto shares his remarkable journey from working with the Miami Dolphins to leading cybersecurity efforts in the financial sector. He dives into key leadership lessons for aspiring CISOs, the growing impact of AI-powered threats, and why soft skills are just as vital as technical expertise. Roberto also unpacks how the role of the CISO is rapidly evolving, shifting from technical oversight to a strategic, board-level influence. Whether you're early in your cybersecurity career or aiming for leadership, this episode is full of insight.
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AI and Law: Key Insights
In this episode, host Jocelyn Houle welcomes, Bennett Borden, CEO of Clarion AI Partners, shares his unique journey merging law, data science, and AI development. Bennett discusses how Clarion combines legal expertise with cutting-edge AI technology to help organizations build compliant, responsible AI systems. Drawing on decades of experience, including his work with government agencies and top law firms, Bennett explains the critical importance of "compliance by design" and the challenges companies face navigating AI regulation in a rapidly evolving landscape. He emphasizes that AI is a transformative opportunity, urging leaders to lean into innovation rather than resist change. Bennett also highlights how AI can augment human expertise, driving efficiency and new business value.
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