Current & Critical - Tim Cruz, Artificial Intelligence - How to use it with intent & purpose

In this episode, delve into the fascinating world of AI implementation in high-stakes environments like healthcare and finance. You’ll hear from Tim Cruz, CTO of Deep Surface AI, as he explores the intricate dynamics of human-AI interaction and why he stresses the importance of responsible communication and integration of AI in high-stakes environments. With tools like ChatGPT changing how we work, Tim reminds us to remain cautious against being misled by its capabilities and other technological advancements. Discover how Deep Surface AI reduces pre-operative anxiety for plastic surgery patients, including under-served transgender patients who want to understand how gender-affirming surgeries will look. 

AI adoption is rising quickly, but it does come with limitations, as Tim explains. AI can imitate the data it encounters, so there need to be guardrails and transparent communication in place. In fields like finance or healthcare, AI democratizes expert knowledge and allows everyday individuals to access more information and embrace the change it’s brought to their lives. Tim has always been interested in AI, studying data science at university and previously creating an AI club in Calgary. This episode downloads much of his knowledge to help you make sense of the rapidly changing technology landscape and unravel the fascinating world of AI and its impact on high-stakes environments.