All Quiet on the Second Front
56. Building AI for Defense: Challenges and Triumphs with Devaki Raj
Jun 4, 2024
Devaki Raj, Chief Digital and AI Officer at Saab, talks about transitioning AI to defense, user empathy in AI development, and challenges of integrating small AI companies into larger defense contractors. Topics include AI's impact on national security, real-world testing, and the importance of adapting to evolving technologies in the defense sector.
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Quick takeaways
- Transitioning from a Silicon Valley mindset to working in defense for AI development.
- Importance of user empathy and real-world testing in successful AI integration in defense sector.
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The Journey to Impactful Company Building and AI Application
Dave Key-Rodge shares the journey of building Crowdi-I, a company focused on developing AI technology for enterprises and mission-focused areas. Starting in 2016 with a focus on AI technology for self-driving cars, the company later transitioned to working with the Department of Defense (DOD), collaborating on projects like wildfire mapping in real-time. The experience of presenting to the DIUACS and engaging with passionate individuals focused on using technology for positive impact was a transformative moment.
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