In this week's episode of Open Tech Talks, host Kashif Manzoor takes you through a convenient, real-world guide to building your first AI workflow, even if you are not technical.

After last week's conversation (Episode 175) with Rose G. Loops on Ethical AI, Human Safety & AI Identity Protection, this episode r...

In this episode of Open Tech Talks, I sit down with Rose G. Loops, a trained social worker turned AI developer, ethics advocate, and author, to explore a side of AI that most enterprise conversations skip: human-AI attachment, ethical deployment, and protecting both AI identity and human safety.

Rose joins us from Los Angeles and sha...

This episode is for entrepreneurs, small businesses, solopreneurs, creators, and consultants who feel overwhelmed by AI and don't know where to start.

You'll learn how a completely non-technical founder used Generative AI to transform two businesses, pivot her career, and build AI-driven systems without writing a single line of code.

In this episode of Open Tech Talks

Building Career Resilience in the Age of Generative AI

Every week, we explore how AI and technology are changing the way we work and learn. This episode dives into the question I get asked the most, How is Generative AI changing every career? Let's unpack why it matters, how it's shifting roles and skills, and what you can do to lead this change instead of chasing it

In this solo episode of...

Open Tech Talks welcomes Lirone Glikman, author of The Super Connectors Playbook, global speaker, and relationship-building strategist. We dig into practical ways founders, students, and leaders can build authentic relationships, present with clarity, and sustain a personal brand without sounding salesy, especially now tha...

Episode 171 of Open Tech Talks brings a powerful conversation with Marc Pickren, the turnaround CEO behind multiple successful SaaS revivals and now the driving force at Springbot. Host Kashif Manzoor explores how today's businesses can stay resilient, profitable, and human-centered amid the rapid evolution of AI and auto...

In this episode of Open Tech Talks, host Kashif Manzoor sits down with Emily McSherry, founder and CEO of Advise. This career development platform helps university students discover real-world careers through authentic video interviews. Emily shares her journey from recruitment and sales training to launching Advise, a plat...

In this episode of Open Tech Talks, host Kashif Manzoor speaks with Cristian Sibbles, founder of Autograph AI, a groundbreaking platform that transforms personal memories into digital legacies using Generative AI and Voice AI. Cristian shares how Autograph's virtual interviewer "Walter" calls users w...

In this episode of Open Tech Talks, host Kashif Manzoor sits down with Maurice McCabe, founder of AIASystems, AI specialist, and software architect with decades of experience in Silicon Valley and Los Angeles. Maurice shares his journey from early machine learning applications in mobile advertising

In this episode of Open Tech Talks, Kashif Manzoor is joined by Bill Kasko, founder and president of Frontline Source Group. With more than two decades in the staffing industry, Bill shares how the talent landscape is shifting as AI, Generative AI, and automation reshape hiring needs. He explains why traditional hiring requirements like expecting ...

In this episode of Open Tech Talks, we delve into the critical topics of AI security, explainability, and the risks associated with agentic AI. As organizations adopt Generative AI and Large Language Models (LLMs), ensuring safety, trust, and responsible usage becomes essential. Thi...

Today, I have brought you an expert who has invested millions in startups, and he will share insights on the evolving landscape of startup investments, particularly in the realm of generative AI.

He discusses his journey from entrepreneurship to venture capital, the importance of learning from failures, and the traits that make startups successful. He also offers valuable advice for aspiring founders on how to improve their chances...

In this conversation, Aarti Anand shares her journey from a traditional 9 to 5 job to becoming an entrepreneur with Kodenyx AI, focusing on how AI and automation can help businesses thrive. She discusses the importance of identifying business patterns, shares success stories of AI implementations, and highlights the challenges organizations face when adopting AI.

Aarti emphasizes the importance of a proactive mindset, the significa...

In this episode of OpenTechTalks.tv, we dive into the intricate world of conversational AI with Yam, the founder of Parland. Discover the challenges of managing complexity and uncertainty in AI systems, and explore the opportunities that arise with the advent of GPT-4 and beyond.

Yam shares insights on the importance of control in AI development, the role of subjectivity in conversation design, and the potential pitfalls of overhyp...

In this conversation, Giorgio Natili discusses the significance of confidential computing in the realm of AI workflows, emphasizing its role in ensuring data sovereignty and security. He explains how confidential computing can reshape AI usage, particularly in sensitive industries like finance and healthcare. The discussion also touches on the challenges organizations face regarding data privacy and the ethical implications of AI. ...

Join Kashif Manzoor as he welcomes Professor Craig Mattson to discuss the transformative role of generative AI in education. They explore how AI is reshaping teaching methods, the challenges educators face, and the opportunities for personalized learning.

Differences in student experiences over the past decade

• The role of AI in modern classrooms
• Balancing skepticism and optimism towards AI in education
• The importance of proces...

In this conversation, Jakub shares his insights on the evolution of AI in finance, emphasizing the importance of specialized AI agents and the need for a robust infrastructure. He discusses his transition from corporate life to entrepreneurship, highlighting the challenges and rewards of building a startup. Jakub also offers practical advice on team dynamics, customer acquisition, and learning AI, stressing the significance of bein...

Evaluating Your Generative AI Maturity From Aware to Transformative Part 2

The last three weeks' articles on the Generative AI adoption Maturity framework sparked discussion within the AI circle. Thank you for sharing your comments and feedback, and for sparking a few thought-provoking views on this topic.

We have begun a journey ...

Generative AI Adoption Maturity Model

The last two weeks' articles on the Generative AI adoption Maturity framework sparked discussion within the AI circle. Thank you for sharing the comments and feedback, and even triggering a few thought-provoking views on this topic.

We have started a journey to develop a Gen AI Maturity Model or framework as a joint effort with a few organizations' colleagues, friends, and leadership t...