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E136 Kevin Magee, Chief Technology Officer at Zyte

Welcome to episode E136 of the AI Ireland podcast, the show that explores the applications and research of Data Science, Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence on the island of Ireland.

Our mission is to increase the use of AI for the benefit of our society, our competitiveness and everyone living in Ireland.

Today’s guest is Kevin Magee, Chief Technology Officer at Zyte. Based in Cork, Zyte believe that businesses deserve a smooth pathway to data. For more than a decade, they have led the way in building powerful, easy-to-use ways to collect, format and deliver web data, quickly, dependably and at scale helping thousands of organisations make smarter business decisions, secure competitive advantage and drive sustainable growth.

Kevin’s career has been driven by helping organisations to grow, change and bring new products to market. He has been a leader in high-growth technology companies, the largest multinationals, academic AI research labs and investment firms. Kevin’s creative background pushes him to always be on the lookout for the magic that makes a product so compelling that users can’t do without it. 

Topics include:

  • An overview of his 30+ years experience in tech
  • Why AI must solve real problems, considering market viability and utility
  • How AI in traditional software demands nuanced data alignment
  • QA in dynamic data and AI with feedback loops and observability
  • Early legal involvement is crucial for ethical AI development & compliance
  • Choosing an AI service or self-hosting based on privacy and control
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Generative AI

Getting Generative AI Ready E03: ‘Data Management and Risk Mitigation’ With GlobalLogic and Immuta

Welcome to episode three in our “Getting Generative AI Ready” series of the AI Ireland podcast, the show that explores the applications and research of Data Science, Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence on the island of Ireland.

Our mission is to increase the use of AI for the benefit of our society, our competitiveness and everyone living in Ireland.

In the third episode of this five-part podcast series, we’re joined by Keith Hinde, Principal Consultant at GlobalLogic and Tim Marston, Director, EMEA & APJ Alliances at Immuta.

In this podcast, Tim and Keith discuss the importance of a cloud strategy for large organisations aiming to innovate with their data. The focus is on breaking down data silos and implementing effective access control to enable better decision-making. 

Tim desrcibes how Immuta is positioned as a solution to address challenges related to role-based access control models, offering a more efficient and automated approach to data access management. 

The conversation also emphasises the need for a holistic view when adopting a cloud strategy, considering factors like data mesh philosophy and the long-term sustainability of current practices. 

Tim and Keith further highlight the benefits of centralising functions for monitoring and auditing data access, promoting good practices in data security within organisations.

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Getting Generative AI ready E01: Introduction featuring GlobalLogic & AWS

Welcome to episode one in a very special “Getting Generative AI Ready” series of the AI Ireland podcast, the show that explores the applications and research of Data Science, Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence on the island of Ireland.

Our mission is to increase the use of AI for the benefit of our society, our competitiveness and everyone living in Ireland.

In the first episode of this five-part podcast series, we’re joined by Mark Dunleavy, Head of Commerical at AWS Ireland and Declan Fay, Head of Strategic Business Development & Ireland Country Lead at GlobalLogic.

In this podcast, Declan and Mark discuss the significance of the current era in data and AI, highlighting the rapid evolution of Generative AI. They emphasise the challenges organisations face in data transformation and the need for a shift from monolithic approaches to handling highly distributed data. 

The conversation stresses the importance of educating individuals about Generative AI and demystifying its origins, showcasing examples from companies like Amazon and Ryanair. 

Mark emphasises the incremental nature of the AI journey, with Generative AI being the latest manifestation. They discuss the vital role of a solid data strategy, emphasising that data transformation and AI adoption should be addressed in parallel. 

The importance of understanding regulations and ensuring compliance is also highlighted, with the recognition that innovation opportunities arise from effective data governance.

They conclude by emphasising the importance of organisations understanding their data and being ready for the opportunities presented by Generative AI. 

The series aims to provide actionable insights to help organisations navigate and leverage these advancements, addressing challenges such as data access entitlements and the alignment of data strategy with business strategy. 

Overall, the conversation emphasises the need for a comprehensive and strategic approach to data and AI to achieve successful outcomes.

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E64 Liam Cronin, CEO at RDI Hub

Welcome to episode 64 of the AI Ireland podcast, the show that explores the applications and research of Data Science, Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence on the island of Ireland.

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E12 Niamh Bushnell, CEO and Founder of TechIreland

Welcome to episode 12 of the AI Ireland podcast, the show that breaks down the hype and explores the impact that Data Science, Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence are making on our everyday lives.

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The Golden Age of Machine Learning

Less than 10 years ago there was little content available online for “cutting-edge” machine learning with a few notable exceptions.