AI-Ignited

Artificial intelligence is transforming workplaces around the world, but is it really taking our jobs? In this episode of AI Ignited, host Elif Başer is joined by AI and technology expert Zeynep Nihan Aksoy to separate fact from fiction. Together, they explore the data behind one of today's biggest myths, discussing which jobs are most affected, which new careers AI is creating, and why the future...

What happens when the world's biggest sporting event meets the power of artificial intelligence? In this episode of AI Ignited, host Elif Başer is joined by sports technology enthusiast Ege Kaan Öztaş to explore how the 2026 FIFA World Cup is becoming one of the most technologically advanced sporting events ever held. They break down the AI-powered innovations reshaping every aspect of football—fr...

As artificial intelligence begins to generate inventions, artworks, and written works at scale, one of the oldest pillars of law is being pushed to its limits: intellectual property. In this episode of AI Ignited, host Elif Başer explores with guest Meyra Güler whether AI can be considered an author or inventor — and what happens when machines start producing work that traditionally required human...

Can artificial intelligence truly outperform human traders—or is Wall Street still fundamentally a human game? In this episode of AI Ignited, host Elif Başer welcomes Mira Bozkurt about the rapid transformation of global finance through AI-powered hedge funds, algorithmic trading systems, and autonomous investment tools. Drawing on recent research from institutions such as the London School of Eco...

In this episode of AI Ignited, host Elif Başer welcomes Nil Çelikten about how governments are beginning to integrate gender rights into AI regulation, and why enforcement continues to lag behind ambition. Together, they unpack how algorithmic bias against women emerges in hiring systems, facial recognition, healthcare AI, and financial models and why these systems often scale historical inequalit...

  In this episode of AI Ignited, host Elif Başer sits down with orthodontic specialist Ecem Hozan to explore how artificial intelligence is transforming modern orthodontics and smile design. From Invisalign’s data-driven aligner systems to AI-powered 3D dental modeling and predictive treatment planning, dentistry is shifting from manual craftsmanship to precision engineering guided by machine lear...

Imagine a future where detecting cancer is as simple as taking an at-home test. Researchers at MIT have developed AI-designed molecular sensors that could one day help identify cancers and other diseases long before symptoms appear. By combining artificial intelligence, nanotechnology, and molecular biology, scientists are creating tiny sensors capable of detecting biological signals that would ot...

In this episode of AI Ignited, host Elif Başer explores how artificial intelligence is reshaping modern dentistry alongside guest Ecem Hozan. From AI-powered diagnostics that detect cavities, gum disease, and even early signs of oral cancer, to predictive orthodontic modeling and robotic-assisted procedures, dentistry is rapidly becoming a data-driven, digital field. The conversation breaks down h...

Today on AI Ignited, host Elif Baser welcomes returning guest Lara Uluözen to explore how artificial intelligence is transforming battery science. From discovering new materials in days instead of decades to creating safer solid-state batteries and reducing dependence on lithium, AI is rapidly reshaping the future of energy storage. Together, they discuss how machine learning, digital twins, and a...

 Today on AI Ignited, host Elif Baser welcomes returning guest Eren Keskin to explore how artificial intelligence is transforming the global financial industry. From fraud detection and algorithmic trading to AI-powered banking assistants, predictive analytics, and automated compliance systems, this episode dives into the technologies reshaping modern finance. Drawing on insights from IBM, Deloitt...

Today on AI Ignited, host Elif Baser and returning guest Neva Akin explore the rapidly evolving world of AI-powered In-Cabin Monitoring Systems (ICMS) and biometric technologies in smart vehicles. From infrared cameras tracking driver fatigue and distraction to emotion-responsive interfaces that adjust lighting and climate based on mood, the episode breaks down how artificial intelligence is trans...

 In this episode of AI Ignited, host Elif Baser sits down with Kaan Gungor to explore how AI is transforming one of humanity's oldest intellectual pursuits: mathematical discovery. They examine how advanced AI systems are helping mathematicians identify patterns, generate conjectures, and tackle problems that were once considered beyond the reach of computers. The discussion highlights groundbreak...

 Today on AI Ignited, host Elif Baser sits down with guest Helen Yurtseven to explore how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing forensic science. From DNA analysis and digital forensics to deepfake detection and crime scene reconstruction, AI is rapidly transforming the way investigators solve crimes and analyze evidence. Together, they discuss groundbreaking research from institutions includ...

What if artificial intelligence could design entirely new proteins capable of treating diseases, fighting antibiotic resistance, and accelerating drug discovery? In this episode of AI Ignited, host Elif Baser sits down with returning guest Ece Cirpan to explore one of the most exciting frontiers in biotechnology: AI-designed proteins. Together, they discuss how AI is transforming protein engineeri...

Today on AI Ignited, host Elif Baser and guest Elif Basaran dive into the rapidly evolving relationship between artificial intelligence and the legal profession. From AI-powered case research and automated contracts to algorithmic bias, misinformation, and ethical concerns in courtrooms, this episode explores both the extraordinary opportunities and serious risks AI brings to law. Drawing on resea...

Today on AI Ignited, host Elif Baser welcomes guest Cafer Demir Özalp to discuss one of the most urgent ethical challenges in artificial intelligence: algorithmic bias and discrimination. From AI hiring systems and facial recognition to predictive policing and healthcare algorithms, they explore how AI can unintentionally reinforce inequalities tied to race, gender, disability, age, and socioecono...

 Today on AI Ignited, host Elif Baser welcomes returning guest Ece Kuzuimamlar to explore how artificial intelligence is transforming forensic DNA analysis and reshaping the future of criminal justice. From AI-assisted genetic genealogy and predictive forensic modeling to massive DNA databases and algorithmic surveillance, this episode examines the growing intersection of technology, law, and ethi...

Today on AI Ignited, host Elif Baser sits down with Lara Uluözen to explore how artificial intelligence is transforming the world of engineering. From AI-powered simulations and predictive maintenance to generative design and digital twins, they discuss how engineers are now designing faster, smarter, and more sustainably than ever before. The episode also dives into NVIDIA’s AI-aided engineering...

Today on AI Ignited, host Elif Baser sits down with Ece Cirpan to explore the groundbreaking world of physiological avatars — AI-powered digital twins of the human body that could transform the future of healthcare. From virtual hearts and predictive cancer models to surgery simulations and personalized treatment planning, this episode dives into how artificial intelligence is helping researchers...

 Today on AI Ignited, host Elif Baser welcomes Eren Keskin to explore how artificial intelligence is transforming the global financial industry. From fraud detection and algorithmic trading to AI-powered banking assistants, predictive analytics, and automated compliance systems, this episode dives into the technologies reshaping modern finance. Drawing on insights from IBM, Deloitte, EY, HPE, and...

In this episode of AI Ignited, host Elif Başer welcomes guest Neva Akın to explore how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing electric vehicles and reshaping the future of transportation. From AI-powered battery management systems and predictive maintenance to autonomous driving and smart charging infrastructure, the conversation dives into the technologies making EVs safer, more efficient, an...

Today on AI Ignited, host Elif Baser and returning guest Selim Canpolat explore how generative AI is transforming the future of engineering. From AI-powered coding assistants and generative design systems to aerospace simulations and smart factories, this episode examines whether artificial intelligence will replace engineers or redefine what engineering means altogether. The discussion highlights...

Today on AI Ignited, host Elif and guest Selim Canpolat explore one of the biggest questions in modern technology: could Alexa ever become as advanced as ChatGPT? From the limitations of traditional voice assistants to the rise of generative AI and large language models, this episode dives into how companies like Amazon, OpenAI, Google DeepMind, and Anthropic are reshaping the future of AI assista...

In this episode of AI Ignited, host Elif Baser sits down with Mina Bilgili to explore how artificial intelligence is transforming the film industry—from scriptwriting and editing to storytelling and authorship. Featuring insights from McKinsey, Raindance, TIFF, and perspectives from leading filmmakers like Christopher Nolan and Greta Gerwig, this episode unpacks one central question: Is AI enhanci...

In this episode of AI Ignited, host Elif Baser sits down with Mehmet Efe Gurkan to explore how organizations design Human-in-the-Loop (HITL) AI systems that keep managers embedded in automated decision cycles. The conversation breaks down the technical foundations of HITL frameworks, including model explainability, confidence scoring, threshold-based overrides, and escalation protocols that allow...