Emerging Technologies Archives - SwissCognitive | AI Ventures, Advisory & Research

Stacie Konan

Livia Spiesz — Fri, 24 Feb 2023 09:05:33 +0000

20+ years advancing global security policy, leading data-driven organizational change and AI integration, managing multilateral programs, collaborating across science & technology industries, and creating deep strategic partnerships with leaders in the National Security Council, Congress, the State Department, USAID, FEMA, federal agencies, foreign governments, academia, and private industry.*

*Views are my own and don’t represent my employer, the U.S. Department of Defense.

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Jair Ribeiro

Livia Spiesz — Thu, 23 Feb 2023 22:24:43 +0000

Jair Ribeiro is a visionary leader in the field of artificial intelligence, with a deep passion for bridging the gap between technology and people. With over 15 years of experience in IT leadership and a diverse background, he is a true expert in combining technical expertise with business acumen, data science, ethics, and design. Jair’s role as Analytics and Insights Leader at the Volvo Group showcases his ability to drive success and evolve a company to become data-driven. He is dedicated to shaping the future of technology in a way that benefits both people and businesses alike. // Main industry and focus: Technology and IT, Business and Leadership, Automotive and Manufacturing (specifically the Volvo Group) //

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Ebrahim Al Alkeem Al Zaabi

Livia Spiesz — Thu, 23 Feb 2023 22:22:07 +0000

Dr. Ebrahim Al Alkeem is an expert in the effects of Artificial Intelligence, with a focus on secure critical infrastructure design and other exponentially developing technologies on the economy, healthcare, and society. He explains the cyber threats and opportunities created by these new developments. As a proven leader in cybersecurity with over 17th years of experience in the field, Dr. Ebrahim has been helping companies grow their technological capabilities with keen insight and creative ideas. He has worked with many technologies in different positions. He is currently leading the cybersecurity department and is responsible for assessing internal technological capabilities from both OT and IT perspectives. Dr. Ebrahim holds a Ph.D. degree in Engineering from Khalifa University in Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity. He manages to publish a couple of articles in the most prestigious journals in the world and has some of the worldwide recognized security certificates. He has been an expert speaker and panel member in cybersecurity events and summits. In 2015, Dr. Ebrahim won the Tamayaz Excellence Award, an appreciation award in the category of inventions of information technology & smart services. Also, he is an active member of many engineering associations across the world.

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Simon See

Livia Spiesz — Thu, 23 Feb 2023 22:20:25 +0000

Simon See has one foot in the industry and another in the academic. Not only he has been helping Nvidia to shape their technology agenda, he is also been working with the University to develop and train new talents. Simon has more than 200 peer-review pubications and book under his name.

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Toyosi Akerele-Ogunsiji

Livia Spiesz — Thu, 23 Feb 2023 22:19:43 +0000

Toyosi Akerele-Ogunsiji is a Nigerian social entrepreneur and human development expert whose work cuts across entrepreneurship, education, youth development and public leadership. She is the founder and chief executive officer of Rise Networks, a Nigeria-based private and public sector funded Youth Interest social enterprise. // Expertise and focus: Social Entrepreneur in Data Science & Artificial Intelligence Education, EdTech & Digital Transformation, Public Policy.

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Patrick Bangert

Livia Spiesz — Thu, 23 Feb 2023 22:10:54 +0000

Patrick is responsible for the global strategic business activities of Samsung SDS, the $10b IT services arm of Samsung Group where he used to lead the AI division for three years. Previously he was the CEO of algorithmica technologies that focusses on machine learning for the oil and gas sector. Prior to that, he was assistant professor of applied mathematics at Jacobs University in Germany, as well as a researcher at Los Alamos National Laboratory and NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory. Patrick obtained his machine learning PhD in mathematics and his Masters in theoretical physics from University College London, and an executive leadership degree from INSEAD. // Industry: Healthcare; Manufacturing; Oil and Gas.

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Aurélie Jacquet

Livia Spiesz — Thu, 23 Feb 2023 22:09:31 +0000

Aurelie is an independent consultant who advises ASX 20 companies on the responsible implementation of AI. She also works as Principal Research Consultant on Responsible AI for CSIRO-DATA61, she is a member of the NSW Government AI Committee and the co-chair of ACS’ AI Ethics Committee.

She also leads global initiatives for the implementation of Responsible AI. To cite a few, she is

Chair of the standards committee representing Australia at the international standards (ISO) on AI;
Co-chair of the first accredited global certification program for AI developed by the Responsible AI Institute for the World Economic
Forum; and
an expert on AI Classification and Risk for the OECD.ai Group

In 2021, she was also appointed by the European Commission as an expert as part of their international outreach initiative, which helps promote the EU’s vision on sustainable and trustworthy AI. Also in 2021, she won the Australia-New Zealand Women in AI and the Law award, she was recognised by Women in AI Ethics (WAIE) as one of the 100 Brilliant Women in AI Ethics globally, and the Responsible AI Institute Leadership Award.

Industry Focus: Financial services, telcos, retail

Der Beitrag Aurélie Jacquet erschien zuerst auf SwissCognitive | AI Ventures, Advisory & Research.

Semih Kumuk

Livia Spiesz — Thu, 23 Feb 2023 22:08:11 +0000

Took various leadership roles at Unilever and Turkcell. Taught the first HR Analytics course in Turkey at Istanbul Commerce University. Launched the first AI certification programme in the Middle East. Won Global Instructor Award from CertNexus. Now counselling and upskilling Middle East leaders & executives on digital transformation for the future at PwC. Advising executives, mentoring and investing in startups. Industry focus: Big 4, Telecommunications, FMCG.

Der Beitrag Semih Kumuk erschien zuerst auf SwissCognitive | AI Ventures, Advisory & Research.

Katia Walsh

Livia Spiesz — Thu, 23 Feb 2023 22:05:14 +0000

Dr. Katia Walsh is an award-winning business technologist who helps iconic brands stay relevant and gain a competitive advantage. She has launched, led, and scaled digital, data, and AI capabilities for global businesses in tech, finance, telecommunications, and retail. She’s led several digital transformations as the first Chief Strategy and Artificial Intelligence Officer at Levi Strass & Company, the first Chief Global Data and AI Officer at Vodafone Group, and the first Head of Data Analytics at Prudential Financial. Katia serves as a Director on the Board of Securian Financial, a Fortune 500 company, and the not-for-profit Global Legal Entity Identifier Foundation. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of Missouri-Columbia in Strategic Communication with a specialization in quantitative methodology. // Industry & focus: Financial services, technology, consumer goods and retail. //

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Isabelle Flückiger

Livia Spiesz — Thu, 23 Feb 2023 22:00:13 +0000

Isabelle is an internationally recognized senior executive, independent consultant, and board member for data-driven and digital transformations. She holds a Ph.D. in mathematics from ETH Zurich, is an elected expert of Innosuisse, the Swiss Innovation Agency, and is a lecturer at ETH Zurich for data analytics. Before, she held leadership positions at global consultancy firms. With 20+ years of experience in the data and technology field, she focuses on the human dimensions in transformations – the key factor for a successful metamorphosis of companies. She bridges the deep technological world to the company’s decision-makers and strategy. She acts as a mentor, coach, and advisor dedicated to enabling people and organizations to become future-relevant in times of disruptive technologies. // Industry focus: Financial Services (Insurance & Banking), Life Sciences / Healthcare, Energy //

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