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The Builder's Blueprint: Pratiti Raychoudhury on Leading Teams, Democratizing Data, and Sundial - S02E05

The Original Source Is A Copyleaks [https://copyleaks.com/] Podcast Welcome back to another episode of The Original Source! In our latest episode, host Shouvik Paul [https://www.linkedin.com/in/shouvik/] engages in a fascinating conversation with Pratiti Raychoudhury [https://www.linkedin.com/in/pratitirc/], COO and "Builder" at the new-generation analytics stack company, Sundial [https://sundial.so/]. With a career spanning over 15 years as a product executive at Meta (formerly Facebook)—where she was instrumental in the company's shift to mobile and led a team of over a thousand researchers—Pratiti brings a wealth of experience to the table, from her start as the very first market researcher at PayPal to her current role building an analytics solution for the AI era. In this episode, they discuss: * Pratiti's journey from leading massive teams at Meta to becoming a "Builder" at a startup, driven by her desire to innovate in the AI era. * How AI is flipping the data analysis model, with Sundial becoming "insights-first" to dramatically 10x analyst productivity by automating grunt work. * The essential need for companies to treat data as a compounding asset and the best practices for building a long-term data strategy in the new AI-centric world. * The risks of AI adoption, including the fear of the unknown and hallucinations, balanced by the immense benefits of integrating tools like ChatGPT and Claude into daily workflows. Follow us on social media to stay updated on all things Copyleaks [https://copyleaks.com/]. Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/copyleaks/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/copyleaks/]Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/copyleaksai/ [https://www.instagram.com/copyleaksai/] X: https://x.com/Copyleaks [https://x.com/Copyleaks] // 'The Original Source' is a Copyleaks [https://copyleaks.com/] podcast /

AI, Accessibility, and the Art of Teaching: Instructure's Ryan Lufkin on the Changing Role of Educators - S02E04

The Original Source Is A Copyleaks [https://copyleaks.com/] Podcast Welcome back to another episode of The Original Source! In our latest episode, host Shouvik Paul engages in an insightful conversation with Ryan Lufkin [https://www.instructure.com/about/ryan-lufkin], Vice President of Global Academic Strategy Instructure [https://www.instructure.com/], the parent company of Canvas. With over 25 years of experience in the EdTech industry, Ryan offers an insightful look into the future of education, addressing key concerns and opportunities brought by the AI revolution. In this episode, they discuss: * The future of EdTech, from skills-based education to mobile learning. * Instructure's new Ignite AI [https://www.instructure.com/ignite-ai] platform and partnership with OpenAI [https://openai.com/] – and the future of personalized learning. * The debate around AI's impact on student critical thinking. * The shift in education from a reliance on traditional methods to embracing new technologies that create a more accessible learning experience. Follow us on social media to stay updated on all things Copyleaks [https://copyleaks.com/]. Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/copyleaks/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/copyleaks/]Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/copyleaksai/ [https://www.instagram.com/copyleaksai/]X: https://x.com/Copyleaks [https://x.com/Copyleaks]// 'The Original Source' is a Copyleaks [https://copyleaks.com/] podcast /

AI Governance Unpacked: Heather Gentile on Compliance, Security, and IBM’s Think 2025 Insights - S02E03

The Original Source Is A Copyleaks [https://copyleaks.com/] Podcast Welcome back to another episode of The Original Source! In our latest episode, host Shouvik Paul engages in an insightful conversation with Heather Gentile [https://www.ibm.com/think/author/heather-gentile], Executive Director of Product for AI Governance and RegTech at IBM Watson [https://www.ibm.com/watson]. With her extensive background in applying AI to governance, risk, and compliance solutions, Heather offers perspectives on navigating the rapidly evolving landscape of AI adoption within organizations. In this episode, they discuss: * Heather's journey into the field of AI governance and her current role at IBM Watson. * The critical role of guardrails in ensuring the reliability and trustworthiness of AI models, addressing issues like bias and hallucinations. * The emerging concerns around heightened AI security, including the detection and governance of "shadow AI" within organizations. * Insights from IBM's Think 2025 conference, particularly the shift towards small language models and the concepts of agent orchestration and observability. Follow us on social media to stay updated on all things Copyleaks [https://copyleaks.com/]. Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/copyleaks/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/copyleaks/]Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/copyleaksai/ [https://www.instagram.com/copyleaksai/] X: https://x.com/Copyleaks [https://x.com/Copyleaks] // 'The Original Source' is a Copyleaks [https://copyleaks.com/] podcast /

Patents, Privacy, and Precedents: Vincent Allen, esq. on the Future of AI Law - S02E02

The Original Source Is A Copyleaks [https://copyleaks.com/] Podcast We're back with another episode of Season 2 of The Original Source! In this episode, host Shouvik Paul engages in an insightful discussion with Vincent Allen, a legal expert specializing in copyright law and AI. With extensive experience navigating the intersection of technology, law, and intellectual property, Vincent provides valuable insights into how AI is reshaping copyright and legal practices for businesses today. In this episode, they discuss: * The evolving relationship between AI and copyright law. * Key legal challenges businesses face when using AI-generated content. * Best practices for companies to navigate AI, ensuring compliance and protecting intellectual property. * The importance of transparency, ethical guidelines, and establishing clear legal frameworks around AI usage in business practices. * How businesses can leverage AI responsibly while minimizing legal risks and protecting their brands. Follow us on social media to stay updated on all things Copyleaks [https://copyleaks.com/]. Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/copyleaks/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/copyleaks/]Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/copyleaksai/ [https://www.instagram.com/copyleaksai/] X: https://x.com/Copyleaks [https://x.com/Copyleaks] // 'The Original Source' is a Copyleaks [https://copyleaks.com/] podcast /

Data, Disruption, and Dan: AI’s Influence on Media - S02E01

The Original Source Is A Copyleaks [https://copyleaks.com/] Podcast Welcome to Season 2 of The Original Source! In this episode, host Shouvik Paul has an insightful conversation with Dan Hallac, Chief Growth Officer at The Free Press [https://www.thefp.com/]. With a rich background in media and product at Bloomberg, Hearst, and New York Magazine, Dan shares his perspective on how AI is transforming the media industry, and why The Free Press is leading the charge in building authentic relationships with its readers. In this episode, they discuss:  * The rise of AI in media and its influence on content creation. * The ethical concerns and risks of using AI-generated content. * How AI can improve reporting efficiency while still ensuring the integrity of the news. * The importance of transparency and guardrails in AI-driven media and the need for brands to disclose when content is AI-generated. Follow us on social media to stay updated on all things Copyleaks [https://copyleaks.com/]. Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/copyleaks/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/copyleaks/]Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/copyleaksai/ [https://www.instagram.com/copyleaksai/] X: https://x.com/Copyleaks [https://x.com/Copyleaks] // 'The Original Source' is a Copyleaks [https://copyleaks.com/] podcast /