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Observability 2025: A Conversation with Mehdi Daoudi, CEO of Catchpoint Systems

In this episode, Mehdi Daoudi, CEO of Catchpoint Systems, shares insights on the future of observability, AI-driven automation, and Self-Healing IT (SHIT).
Key Takeaways:
🔹 The Birth of Observability: Mehdi’s DoubleClick outage fueled his passion for performance monitoring, leading to Catchpoint’s creation in 2008.
🔹 The Future: AI-Driven, Self-Healing IT (SHIT):
In 2025, IT leaders will wake up to reports of incidents detected, mitigated, and resolved overnight—without human intervention.
🔹 Automated Resilience & Multi-Cloud Strategies:
CDN Switching: Companies like LinkedIn & eBay already automate real-time CDN optimizations for seamless performance.
Cloud Failover: Businesses are leveraging multi-cloud strategies to dynamically reroute workloads, ensuring zero downtime.
🔹 Lessons in Leadership:
Hiring Right is key—bad hires cost time and resources.
Stoicism for CEOs: Focus on what you can control and stop stressing over what you can’t.
🔹 Embrace AI, Don’t Fear It: AI won’t replace humans. Ai is here to augment IT teams and accelerate mean-time-to-resolution (MTTR).
Mehdi’s vision for Observability 2025? AI-powered SHIT (Self-Healing IT), AI-SHIT, where monitoring tools detect, diagnose, and fix issues mitigating user impact.

#Observability2025 #AIinBusiness #AIOps #TechLeadership #DigitalTransformation

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In this episode of Unriveted, we welcome Chip Huyen's dive into all things artificial intelligence, joined by the stellar Chip Huyen, an AI aficionado, Stanford educator, and Amazon-bestselling author. Hereâ s the highlight reel:

1ï¸ â £ AI 2025: Predicting the Unpredictable
Chip reflects on how AI has advanced like a viral meme: fast, surprising, and sometimes incomprehensible. She shares optimism for use cases fueled by safer, post-trained models (bye-bye pre-training hype). Prediction? More â Agentic AIâ taking charge, like giving Siri a caffeine shot to supercharge her decision-making.
2ï¸ â £ Hallucination Nation
Discussing AI's â creativeâ outputs, Chip says hallucinations arenâ t always bad, perfect for storytelling but dicey for legal or medical advice. Pro tip: Fact-check your AI-generated haikus!
3ï¸ â £ Synthetic Data to the Rescue
Martin raves about using AI-generated data to balance datasets. Think of it as the ultimate diversity champion: synthesizing data to curb bias and ensure fair training.
4ï¸ â £ Transformer Talk & Green Tech Dreams
While Transformers dominate AI architecture, Chip warns they may need an upgrade for efficiency. The AI revolution isn't exactly eco-friendly, but innovations like photon-powered hardware might save us from melting glaciers... eventually.
5ï¸ â £ Agentic AI: Calculators, Planning, and the Great Web Crawl
Agentic AI (think Jarvis but for spreadsheets) is on the rise. Challenges? Getting models to plan without running amok or draining company wallets with infinite API calls. Chip imagines a future where AI "plans" better than your quarterly meetings (low bar, we know).
ð ¡ Pro Tip from Chip: Learning is a privilege, not a chore. Stay curious, take risks, and embrace every chance to learnâ even if it means wading into the deep end of innovation.

Topics:
AI Engineering, Digital Transformation, Machine Learning, Synthetic Data, Energy Efficiency, Agentic AI, Hallucinations, 2025 Predictions, Evaluation-driven Development, Transformer Models

Hash Tags:
#AIEngineering
#DigitalTransformation
#MachineLearning
#SyntheticData
#EnergyEfficiency
#AgenticAI
#AIPredictions2025
#EvaluationDrivenDevelopment
#TransformerModels
#AIHallucinations
#AIInnovation
#GreenAI
#FutureOfAI
#TechBuzz
#AIForGood

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In this episode of the Unriveted Podcast, we welcome back Dr. Joan Palmiter-Bajorek to discuss the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence and digital transformation. The conversation covers the democratization of AI tools, the critical importance of clean data, the challenges of bias in AI models, and the future of AI companies. Dr. Bajorek emphasizes the human element in AI development and addresses the anxiety many face regarding careers in the AI era. The episode concludes with insights on navigating these challenges and the importance of resilience in the changing job market.

Also Dr. Joan’s book: Your AI Roadmap is available from Amazon.com for preorder.

Takeaways
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👉 The democratization of AI tools allows more people to build applications.
👉 Data quality is crucial for effective AI and machine learning models.
👉 Bias in AI models often stems from the data they are trained on.
👉 The future of AI may see fewer viable companies due to high costs.
👉 Human relationships and understanding are key in AI development.
👉 Career anxiety is prevalent as AI continues to evolve.
👉 Resilience is essential for individuals navigating the AI landscape.
👉 The AI landscape is rapidly changing, requiring adaptability from businesses.

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Our latest Unriveted episode featuring Dmitri Alperovitch, focuses on AI, geopolitics, and the U.S.-China tech race 🌍🇺🇸🇨🇳

In this episode, Dmitri Alperovitch, co-founder of CrowdStrike and expert on national security, dives deep into the unfolding Cold War 2.0 between the USA 🇺🇸 and China. 🚨 His insights reveal how AI, semiconductors, biotech, and green energy have become the battlegrounds of the 21st century, with control over these technologies potentially determining global dominance. 🧬💻⚛️

Key Takeaways:

1. U.S. Policy Shifts: Dmitri discusses the bipartisan support for strict export controls and technological restrictions on China, which aim to keep the USA ahead in AI and semiconductor development. 🔒

2. China’s Strategy: With the “Made in China 2025” initiative, China aims to lead critical sectors like AI and aerospace by achieving independence from Western tech while heavily investing in domestic industries. 🇨🇳🛠️

3. Global AI Influence: From Southeast Asia to media platforms like TikTok, both the U.S. and China are vying for influence in AI, economics, and culture. This fight extends far beyond borders, impacting policies worldwide. 📈🌐

4. AI & Military Implications: AI’s role in military advancements could make it as transformative as the atomic bomb—a future where the USA aims to maintain a lead over any potential adversaries. 🛡️🤖

This episode further explores the tough choices facing policymakers and the high-stakes race to secure technological dominance in a complex global landscape. 🌍🔥

#AIRevolution #InnovationRace #DigitalTransformation #TechPolicy #election2024

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In this episode of Unriveted, hosts Martin Miller and John Sukup engage with Rich Heimann, an independent advisor and author, to explore the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence, particularly generative AI. Rich shares his background in statistics and machine learning, emphasizing the importance of understanding AI's capabilities and limitations. The conversation delves into the hype and skepticism surrounding AI, the historical context of AI bubbles, and the role of AI as an enabler in business. Rich offers insights for executives on navigating the fast-changing technology landscape, advocating for a balanced approach to investment in AI.

Takeaways
Rich Heimann emphasizes the importance of understanding AI's capabilities and limitations. Generative AI is rapidly changing and requires organizations to adapt quickly. The hype surrounding AI can create both opportunities and challenges for businesses. Historical AI bubbles highlight the need for cautious optimism in the current landscape. AI should be viewed as an enabler rather than a standalone product. Executives should focus on long-term positioning rather than immediate returns. Investing in AI should be balanced with flexibility to adapt to new developments. Statistical modeling provides a useful framework for understanding AI applications. The skepticism towards big tech impacts the adoption of AI technologies. Rich's book aims to help organizations navigate the narratives surrounding AI.

Link to book: Generative AI Revealed
https://www.generative-ai-revealed.com/

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In this episode of the Unriveted Podcast, we are joined by Irena Pereira, CEO of Unleashed Games. We had a lively discussion about the use of AI in game development and the potential for creating endless, procedurally generated games. We also explored the importance of community and shared experiences in gaming, as well as the ethical application of AI in the industry. Irina shared her experiences with using AI to optimize processes in the United States Air Force and emphasized the need for empathy and sustainable use of AI.

Takeaways
👉 AI can be used as a force multiplier in game development, allowing for more efficient and creative processes.
👉 Procedurally generated games have the potential to create endless variety, but it's important to balance that with the need for shared experiences and community.
👉 AI can be applied in various ways in the gaming industry, from optimizing processes to enhancing accessibility.
👉 The ethical use of AI involves ensuring that the artist remains at the center of the creative process and considering the impact on players' lives.
👉 Emphasizing empathy and sustainable use of AI is crucial to avoid negative consequences and model collapse.

#artificialintelligence #videogamedevelopment #ai

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🎙️ In this episode of the Unriveted podcast, we interview Titus Walker, the founder and CEO of the Ultimate End Gamers League (UEL), an eSports organization.

👤 Titus shares his journey from real estate development to creating a unique eSports league that combines five competitive genres of gaming. He explains how UEL builds a community of gamers and generates revenue through partnerships with game developers. The conversation also touches on the impact of AI on game development and the importance of honing gaming skills for aspiring professional gamers.

Key Takeaways:
🎮 The Ultimate End Gamers League (UEL) is an eSports organization that combines five competitive genres of gaming to create a unique gaming experience.

👾 UEL builds a community of gamers and generates revenue through partnerships with game developers.

🤖 AI is already being used in game development to create content and enhance player experiences.

🌟 As the gaming industry becomes more crowded, building a strong community and providing a unique gaming experience are crucial for success.

🏆 Aspiring professional gamers should focus on honing their gaming skills across different games to have a longer and more sustainable career.

#eSports #gaming #community #AI

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In this episode of the Unriveted Podcast we engage with 🌟 Shayna Rose Mordue 🌟, a branding and marketing consultant. Shayna discusses her transition from the entertainment industry 📽️ 🍿 and emphasizes the importance of storytelling in marketing. The conversation focuses on artificial intelligence (AI), exploring its potential and challenges 🧠. Shayna expresses her mixed feelings towards AI, highlighting both curiosity and apprehension 😕. Our discussion emphasizes the need for emotional intelligence and compassion in AI development to prevent biases and ensure that technological advancements align with humanistic values ❤️. The role of startups and corporate governance in shaping AI's future responsibly is also explored, advocating for a balance between technological progress and ethical considerations 🤖🏢.



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