AI InterConnect Podcast

In this episode of the AI Interconnect podcast, Laurent Cochet speaks with Variindar Vaissh, founder and CEO of URBNED, a cross-border payment application designed to help immigrants and expats send money more efficiently. Varendar shares his journey from India to Spain, the challenges faced in traditional banking systems, and how Urban aims to simplify digital transactions for users. The conversa...

In this episode of the AI Interconnect podcast, host Laurent Cochet speaks with Wajeeh Hussain, co-founder and CEO of Creasoft Capital. They discuss Wajeeh's journey from a builder to an investor, the challenges faced by early-stage founders, and the unique approach of Creasoft Capital in supporting startups. Wajeeh emphasizes the importance of understanding market needs, having a strong found...

In this episode of the AI Interconnect podcast, Laurent Cochet interviews Katherine, co-founder and CEO of SimplyDBS, a company focused on enhancing tenant experience through data-driven insights. Katherine shares her journey in the real estate industry, the importance of understanding tenant needs, and the challenges of scaling a startup. The conversation delves into the role of AI in real estate...

In this episode of the AI Interconnect podcast, host Laurent Cochet speaks with Dilip Mohapatra, founder and CEO of Cognitive View, about the critical importance of AI governance and trust in technology. Dilip shares his unique background in technology and compliance, explaining how it led to the creation of Cognitive View, a platform designed to help organizations build trust in their AI systems....

In this episode of the AI Interconnect podcast, host Laurent Cochet speaks with Clint Lotz, founder of TrackStar AI. They discuss Clint's journey from the finance industry to creating a fintech solution that leverages machine learning to identify errors in credit reports. The conversation explores the challenges of building a startup in the financial services sector, the importance of transpar...

In this episode of AI Interconnect, host Laurent Cochet speaks with Neissan Monadjem, the founder and CEO of Linksports, a platform designed to enhance visibility and opportunities for young athletes through AI and blockchain technology. Neissan shares his personal journey, highlighting how his diverse experiences in technology and entrepreneurship led him to identify a significant gap in the spor...

In this episode of the AI Interconnect podcast, host Laurent Cochet speaks with Yael Tamar, founder of DIBS Capital, about the intersection of finance, technology, and regulation. Yael shares her unique background growing up in the post-Soviet Union, which sparked her interest in finance and economics. She discusses her journey into real estate tokenization, emphasizing the challenges and opportun...

In this episode of the AI Interconnect podcast, host Laurent Cochet speaks with Andy Wiebe, founder of TerraGen Technology Group, about the intersection of capital and agriculture. Andy shares his entrepreneurial journey, detailing how his experiences in agricultural sales led him to identify a significant gap in access to capital for farmers. He discusses the innovative approach TerraGen takes by...

In this episode of the AI Interconnect podcast, Laurent Cochet interviews Raghu, the founder of Zolve, a company dedicated to helping newcomers build their banking and credit history from day one. Raghu shares his journey from running a ride-hailing startup in India to identifying the challenges faced by immigrants in accessing credit in the US. He discusses the importance of compliance in the Fin...

In this episode of Interconnect, host Laurent Cochet speaks with Edward James Blankson, founder of Flixapay, about his journey in the fintech industry and the challenges of building a cross-border payment platform. Edward shares insights on the importance of compliance, the role of technology in streamlining payments, and the company's vision for future growth. He emphasizes the need for engag...

Takeaways Raoul Bhatia emphasizes the importance of understanding the end-to-end architecture in technology solutions. Governance is a critical issue in digital transformation programs, often realized too late. Data integrity is foundational for successful business processes and technology implementations. AI should support human processes rather than replace them entirely. Managing client expecta...

In this episode of the AI Interconnect podcast, host Laurent Cochet speaks with Corina Taban, founder of 934 Leadership Advisors. They discuss Corina's journey from corporate roles in tech to entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of behavioral science in leadership. Corina shares insights on creating enjoyable work environments, the significance of employee engagement, and the challenge...

In this episode, Marvin Taylor discusses his journey in building ScoreBetAI, an AI-driven sports betting platform. He emphasizes the importance of removing emotional decision-making from betting and highlights the platform's impressive win ratio. The conversation delves into the challenges of regulation in the AI and sports betting space, the future of betting with AI integration, and the impo...

In this conversation, Laurent Cochet interviews Elias Geha from Wealthica and Vezgo, discussing the evolution of finance from traditional systems to digital assets, the role of AI in FinTech, and the importance of data security. Elias shares insights on the functionality of Vezgo, the challenges of navigating data privacy, and the significance of building long-term partnerships in the industry. Th...

In this episode of the AI Interconnect podcast, host Laurent Cochet speaks with Utsav Shah, co-founder of Kaaj.ai, about his journey through the tech industry, the challenges faced as a founder, and the innovative solutions Cash.ai provides in the small business lending space. Utsav shares insights on the importance of efficiency in underwriting, the role of AI in enhancing decision-making, and th...

In this episode of the AI Interconnect podcast hosted by Laurent Cochet, Mohit Sharma, co-founder and CEO of Pinaka AI, shares insights into his professional journey and the challenges faced in finance and operations. He discusses the innovative solutions offered by Pinaka AI, which acts as a navigation system for B2B transactions, predicting customer payment delays with high accuracy. The convers...

In this episode of the AI Interconnect podcast, host Laurent Cochet speaks with Walter Hoffmann, co-founder of NXTMOVES, about the evolving landscape of payments and embedded finance. They discuss Hoffmann's career journey, the challenges faced by legacy banking models, and the importance of program management in modern financial services. Hoffmann shares insights on compliance, transparency,...

In this episode of AI Interconnect, Laurent Cochet interviews Jeff Kinsey, founder of the Logos Group, who shares his journey from banking to coaching leaders in various industries. The conversation explores the challenges faced by founders and executives, the importance of vulnerability in leadership, and the impact of technology and automation on decision-making. Jeff emphasizes the need for lea...

In this episode of the AI Interconnect Podcast, Adrian Pannozzo shares his journey from a law enforcement career to becoming a successful real estate investor in Canada. He discusses the importance of a vertically integrated business model, current trends in the Canadian multifamily market, and the challenges faced by investors today. Adrian emphasizes the need for a strong team, the role of techn...

In this episode of the AI Interconnect podcast, Laurent Cochet interviews Khunshan, CEO of EvolveDash, a company specializing in end-to-end digital transformation. They discuss the company's unique approach to design, build, and grow services, the integration of AI in their solutions, and the challenges faced in the tech industry. Khunshan shares insights on client engagement, market focus, an...

In this episode of the AI Interconnect podcast, Laurent Cochet interviews Jason Duncan, Co-Founder & EVP of RentPerks, who shares his journey in the PropTech industry. Jason discusses the challenges and opportunities in property management, the innovative incentive-based model of RentPerks, and the regulatory hurdles faced in scaling the business. He emphasizes the importance of creating a pos...

In this conversation, Camilo Cruz discusses the strategic expansion of software products, the establishment of a BPO team, and the implications of automation on staffing and cost efficiency. He emphasizes the importance of measurable outcomes in automation and the potential for significant cost reductions for businesses. Takeaways We are heading to expand our software products. Starting with a BPO...

In this conversation, Juan Pellerano discusses the evolution of e-commerce with Laurent Cochet, emphasizing the role of AI in transforming the shopping experience. He highlights how Agentic is set to revolutionize targeted search in shopping, making it more efficient and user-friendly. Takeaways E-commerce has digitized the shopping experience significantly. Buying on mobile devices has simplified...

In this conversation, Chen Markman discusses the common misconceptions companies have about AI reliability, particularly the belief that a demo's performance can easily translate to real-world applications. He emphasizes the significant challenges in achieving high performance and trust in AI systems, highlighting the gap between impressive demos and reliable solutions. Takeaways Many companie...

In this insightful conversation, Laurent Cochet interviews Cara Wolf, the founder of Ammolite Security, about the intersection of AI and cybersecurity. They discuss the importance of quantum resilience, the challenges of compliance, and the need for advanced cybersecurity in various sectors, including PropTech. Cara emphasizes the necessity of investing in cybersecurity and adapting to emerging th...