Episode 27 - Talking about the AI with Kevin Pereira

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Episode 27 - Talking about the AI with Kevin Pereira - MD of Blu

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1 year ago

Episode 27 - Talking about the AI with Kevin Pereira - MD of Blu

Introduction:

We've all been hearing about AI and how it's about to take over the world!

Today on the Pinpoint Asia Podcast, we are honoured to have Kevin Pereira, MD of Blu Limited which is a consulting firm that specializes in Artificial Intelligence. He is also a guest lecturer at HKUST and teaches 'Big Data in Finance' and 'AI in Marketing' to MBAs and MFin students. We are going to ask him many questions pertaining to AI to learn more about the topic.

Questions:

1. Background & Career Journey:

Let's start with a bit of background. Can you tell us a bit about your journey in technology and how you first got involved in AI and automation?
You started talking about AI before the likes of ChatGPT, etc. How did you have the foresight to delve more into this?

2. The Role of AI in Business Transformation:

You have consulted with many companies about AI. Which industries are ripe for transformation in your opinion?
For those companies that want to get ahead of the AI curve, what should they do now to prepare?

3. AI Innovation & Trends:

What are some of the most exciting AI innovations you’ve encountered recently that have the potential to revolutionise industries?
How do you think generative AI, like chatbots and AI-generated content, is influencing the way companies operate?
What are the key trends in AI that you believe every business leader should be paying attention to?

4. Challenges & Ethical Considerations:

AI comes with its challenges, from data privacy concerns to ethical dilemmas. What are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced when implementing AI in businesses?
How do you navigate the ethical considerations of AI, especially in sectors that have a large societal impact?

5. Future of AI:

In five years, where do you see AI taking us? What are some of the future innovations or challenges we should be prepared for?
How do you envision the role of human workers evolving alongside AI in the workplace?

6. Inspiration & Advice:

For young professionals looking to enter the AI space, what advice would you give them to succeed in this rapidly growing field?