AI in Action: Building Transparent, Scalable Impact w/ Meta’s Rafael Frankel

What does it take to make AI truly work for people — not just profits?

In this episode, Rafael Frankel, Director of Public Policy for Asia-Pacific at Meta, joins Danny Levy to share how one of the world’s most influential technology companies is driving responsible, transparent, and scalable AI adoption across the region.

A former journalist turned policy leader, Rafael brings a rare blend of storytelling, diplomacy, and innovation insight from over a decade shaping tech policy and trust frameworks across APAC.

You’ll learn:

• How Meta defines its role in the AI ecosystem — and how it’s applying AI to create real-world impact for businesses and communities
• The truth behind Generative, Predictive, and General AI — what’s hype, what’s here, and what’s next
• How partnerships with Deloitte SEA, AiSee, and Meta’s Llama program are accelerating accessible AI innovation in Asia
• The biggest barriers to AI adoption in APAC — and what forward-thinking leaders can do to overcome them
• Rafael’s personal lessons in leadership, resilience, and purpose from his journey across media, policy, and technology

If you want to cut through the noise around AI, understand where the next decade is heading, and learn how to lead with clarity in an uncertain world — this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

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