Benjamin B. Bargetzi, CEO of Bargetzi & Company Group, discusses how cultural and regulatory differences influence AI innovation and adoption across China, Europe, India, and the US. He also explores AI's role in transforming medicine; the ethical implications of AI in military applications; and the urgent need for global AI literacy to prevent economic disparities and job displacement. Key Takeaways:  The role ChatGPT has played in helping people overcome concerns around AI, and how we can continue to embrace the inevitable rise of AI How countries differ in their attitudes towar ..read more

Elton Chang, Investor at Propel, discusses how Brazil is setting the standard for real-time payment systems with PIX, and why Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) and stablecoins have the ability to revolutionize financial services in emerging markets. We also discuss the critical need for regulatory awareness in these rapidly evolving sectors.  Key Takeaways: Why Propel is focused on Latin American countries like Brazil and Argentina as a result of the slower adoption of new payment standards in the US The diversity offered by specialized blockchains, and how AI makes smart contra ..read more

Christian D'Cunha, Head of the Cyber Coordination Task Force at the European Commission, discusses the critical role of GDPR during the pandemic, and explores how Europe balanced the necessity of contact tracing and mobility data with the imperative to protect personal privacy. He also shares the challenges regulators face in enforcing GDPR against tech giants, and the strategies these companies use to delay compliance. Key Takeaways: The use of anonymized data during COVID-19, and the vital lessons learned from this unprecedented period The evolving landscape of data protection laws—inclu ..read more

Sophia Yang, Head of Developer Relations at Mistral AI, discusses why they don’t open source everything, and how they strike a balance between openness and growing their business. She also discusses how Mistral AI approaches developer relations and community building to advance AI. Key Takeaways:  The goal and vision of Mistral AI Why Mistral AI doesn’t open source all their models How Brave and Mistral AI are currently integrated, enhancing Brave's Leo AI tools and search engine Ways MistralAI is investing in community through large-scale hackathons Why specialized models are t ..read more

Can Big Tech ever truly put users first? In this solo episode, join Luke Mulks, VP of Business Operations at Brave Software, as he dissects the so-called Principal-Agent Problem: the ubiquitous issue where the priorities of tech giants overshadow the needs of users.  He’ll also dive into  the essence of user-first design in software development, especially in Web browsers and search engines.  Key Takeaways:  How Brave’s opt-in advertising model both respects user privacy and empowers users to earn revenue The deceptive nature of dark patterns and the importance of trans ..read more

Rahul Pagidipati, CEO of ZebPay, discusses how India’s regulatory environment and technological advancements are paving the way for blockchain’s integration into various sectors. From meme coins to top-tier cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum, Rahul offers a nuanced perspective on trading and investing in digital assets. He also shares his thoughts on the growing interest in NFTs, and how platforms like Brave are expanding Web3 adoption. Key Takeaways: How India's cultural affinity for gold is influencing its rapid adoption of Bitcoin How bots and AI agents could revolutionize finan ..read more

Josep M. Pujol (Chief of Search at Brave) and Rémi Berson (Principal Engineer at Brave) discuss Brave Search’s latest feature, Answer With AI, which is the first privacy-preserving answer engine available at scale. They explore what this new assistant’s capabilities mean for traditional search, and its potential to reshape our search habits. Key Takeaways:  How Answer with AI is different from chatbots The challenges of AI hallucinations and ensuring accurate responses Balancing personalized search experiences with user privacy and anonymity The plan for integrating Answer with AI ..read more

Steve Kinard, President of the AI Innovation Association, discusses Bitcoin mining and the environmental implications that turned him into an advocate with the Texas Blockchain Council. He also emphasizes the inevitability of AI's disruptive impact across industries, and advocates for prioritizing open source collaboration as the cornerstone of technological innovation. Key Takeaways:  How Texas is positioning itself as a leader in AI innovation, fostering grid innovation and digital property rights Ways that AI is impacting the energy sector; Bitcoin mining and its environmental impl ..read more

Pat Walshe, Data Protection Officer at Brave, discusses the intersection of artificial intelligence, privacy, and data protection…and how these elements intertwine with fundamental human rights in the digital realm. He also scrutinizes tech industry giants, questioning the authenticity of their privacy claims and the efficacy of their data protection measures. Key Takeaways:  The current state of regulation and global data protection laws, and how well those laws are working The heightened public awareness of issues like geolocation tracking and data minimization Why tech companies ..read more

Greg Jizmagian, CoFounder and CTO at Exponential, shares how trust is being rebuilt in the financial sector through blockchain technology, and ways users are regaining financial autonomy. He also explains the intricacies of making complex DeFi platforms approachable, striking the balance between detail-rich data and a seamless user experience. Key Takeaways:  Why DeFi matters, how to use it safely, and why it’s poised to shake up the world of traditional banking The importance of asset diversification, ways smart contracts can be leveraged in securing investments, and the challenges o ..read more