Mutual Connections is a podcast dedicated to exploring the ways people across industries are using technology and AI to create meaningful change. Hosted by Shayan Mashatian, a seasoned entrepreneur and AI expert, the podcast delves into stories of innovation, resilience, and purpose with a focus on Trustworthy and Responsible AI.
Each episode brings in remarkable individuals—from tech visionaries to healthcare disruptors—who share their experiences, challenges, and insights on leveraging AI and technology to solve some of the world’s most complex problems. Together, Shayan and Akifa guide listeners through conversations that reveal the power of shared connections and shared goals, uncovering not only the "how" but the "why" behind impactful innovation.
Join us to be inspired, learn from thought leaders, and discover the web of Mutual Connections shaping our future.
About host:
Shayan Mashatian is a serial entrepreneur with a passion for leveraging technology and design for social innovation. His career began in the early days of the Internet, where he was instrumental in building the first ISPs and Internet nodes. Over the past two decades, he has navigated various information technology waves, including web applications, mobile apps, platforms, and AI. Shayan has founded six startups, three in AI, and has delivered over 50 projects and products in several countries, working across diverse cultures from the Middle East to Canada, the US, Africa, and Asia. In recent years, Shayan has focused on AI and machine learning to personalize experiences in various industries, including security, privacy, health, and education. He is researching and publishing about Trustworthy AI, especially in the domain of healthcare. Shayan excels at assembling high-performing teams to solve wicked problems. As his LinkedIn title suggests, he is a Chief Glue Officer who orchestrates brilliance by connecting witted minds.
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Mutual Connections is a podcast dedicated to exploring the ways people across industries are using technology and AI to create meaningful change. Hosted by Shayan Mashatian, a seasoned entrepreneur and AI expert, the podcast delves into stories of innovation, resilience, and purpose with a focus on Trustworthy and Responsible AI.
Each episode brings in remarkable individuals—from tech visionaries to healthcare disruptors—who share their experiences, challenges, and insights on leveraging AI and technology to solve some of the world’s most complex problems. Together, Shayan and Akifa guide listeners through conversations that reveal the power of shared connections and shared goals, uncovering not only the "how" but the "why" behind impactful innovation.
Join us to be inspired, learn from thought leaders, and discover the web of Mutual Connections shaping our future.
About host:
Shayan Mashatian is a serial entrepreneur with a passion for leveraging technology and design for social innovation. His career began in the early days of the Internet, where he was instrumental in building the first ISPs and Internet nodes. Over the past two decades, he has navigated various information technology waves, including web applications, mobile apps, platforms, and AI. Shayan has founded six startups, three in AI, and has delivered over 50 projects and products in several countries, working across diverse cultures from the Middle East to Canada, the US, Africa, and Asia. In recent years, Shayan has focused on AI and machine learning to personalize experiences in various industries, including security, privacy, health, and education. He is researching and publishing about Trustworthy AI, especially in the domain of healthcare. Shayan excels at assembling high-performing teams to solve wicked problems. As his LinkedIn title suggests, he is a Chief Glue Officer who orchestrates brilliance by connecting witted minds.
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Welcome to another episode of Mutual Connections, where we dive deep into the minds of industry leaders at the forefront of AI and innovation.
In this episode, host Shayan Mashatian sits down with Dr. Ron Dembo, a celebrated Canadian entrepreneur, mathematician, and pioneer in financial risk management and climate analytics.
Dr. Dembo, the founder of Algorithmics—a global leader in risk management software acquired by Fitch Ratings and later IBM—has now turned his focus toward tackling climate risk with RiskThinking.AI. In this conversation, we explore how AI is being leveraged to predict and mitigate climate-related financial risks, how businesses and governments can prepare for an uncertain future, and the role of technology in shaping a more sustainable world.
From discussing the science behind climate modeling to the intersection of finance, AI, and government policy, this episode is packed with insights for entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers, and anyone interested in the future of risk management in an era of climate change.
Tune in for a fascinating conversation that bridges cutting-edge technology and real-world impact.
🔹 Dr. Ron Dembo’s Journey – From founding Algorithmics, a global leader in risk management software, to pioneering climate risk analytics at RiskThinking.AI.
🔹 Why Climate Risk Matters – Understanding the urgent need to measure and manage climate uncertainty in finance, government, and society.
🔹 How AI is Changing the Game – Using AI to predict climate-driven disasters, from wildfires to coastal flooding, and how this can inform better decision-making.
🔹 Beyond Predictions: Managing Uncertainty – Why AI can’t predict exact events but can assess probabilities to guide smarter risk mitigation strategies.
🔹 Insurance, Real Estate & Policy Implications – How climate risk modeling is reshaping financial markets, insurance policies, and government regulations.
🔹 AI vs. Traditional Forecasting – The difference between AI-driven climate models and traditional risk assessment methods.
🔹 The Role of Quantum Computing – Can quantum technology accelerate AI’s ability to model climate risk?
🔹 Human Factor in Climate Risk – How human behavior and policy decisions impact climate outcomes and how AI can help guide better actions.
🔹 Practical Applications of AI in Climate Risk – From predicting floods and wildfires to advising businesses and governments on long-term resilience.
🔹 Future of AI & Climate Science – What’s next in AI-driven climate risk management and how businesses and policymakers can prepare.
🔹 Call for Collaboration – Dr. Dembo’s vision for AI-driven climate solutions and opportunities for experts, entrepreneurs, and policymakers to get involved.
🔊 Listen now on your favorite podcast platform!
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