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Chris Hay

Distinguished Engineer.

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49 snips
Jan 31, 2025 • 39min

Episode 40: DeepSeek facts vs hype, model distillation, and open source competition

In this engaging discussion, Kate Soule, Director of Technical Product Management at Granite, Chris Hay, Distinguished Engineer and CTO of Customer Transformation, and Aaron Baughman, IBM Fellow and Master Inventor dive into the realities behind DeepSeek R1. They debunk myths surrounding its hype and discuss the true implications of model distillation for AI competition. The trio explores the evolving landscape of open-source AI and how recent advancements can reshape industry strategy, shedding light on efficiency and innovation in model training.
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Jul 11, 2025 • 52min

Perplexity’s Comet browser, Cloudflare blocks AI scrapers and Wimbledon Match Chat

Aaron Baughman, an IBM Fellow and Master Inventor, discusses the rise of AI browsers like Perplexity's Comet and their potential to transform web search. Chris Hay, CTO of Customer Transformation, explores monetization models for AI tools and the balance between innovation and regulation. Kate Soule, a Director at Granite, emphasizes the importance of model transparency. The trio also debates Cloudflare's recent move to block AI scrapers and highlights how AI is enhancing fan engagement at Wimbledon through innovative tools like Match Chat.
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Jun 20, 2025 • 42min

Impact of AI on jobs, Scale AI fallout and chatbot conspiracies

In a riveting discussion, Chris Hay, a Distinguished Engineer and CTO, Volkmar Uhlig, VP of AI Infrastructure, and Phaedra Boinodiris, a Responsible AI Leader, dive into the transformative impact of AI on jobs. They explore the balance between job loss fears and new opportunities. The trio also dissect Scale AI's data security challenges and the controversial rise of chatbots leading users into conspiracies. Lastly, they highlight how AI is reshaping the startup ecosystem, emphasizing the need for human creativity in this evolving landscape.
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Jun 13, 2025 • 52min

Apple’s WWDC, Meta & Scale AI, o3-pro and fault-tolerant quantum computing

Chris Hay, Distinguished Engineer at IBM, discusses Apple's platform strategies and AI integration, revealing their challenges and innovative approaches post-WWDC. Shobhit Varshney, Head of Data and AI for the Americas, shares insights on competitive AI adoption in enterprises. Kaoutar El Magrahoui highlights the capabilities of OpenAI's O3 and current AI trends. Oliver Dial, CTO of IBM Quantum, dives into fault-tolerant quantum computing advancements, emphasizing their potential impact on technology and society by 2029.
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May 30, 2025 • 44min

Claude 4 system prompt, Jony Ive at OpenAI and Microsoft’s “agent factory”

Join Chris Hay, a tech visionary at IBM, Aaron Baughman, an inventive leader, and Kate Soule, a director at Granite, as they dive into the exciting chaos of AI this week. They discuss the leaked Claude 4 system prompt and its implications for AI handling. Vibe coding takes center stage, revolutionizing how creativity meets tech. The trio also analyzes OpenAI's big move with Jony Ive's company and Microsoft's concept of 'agent factories.' Who will dominate the evolving AI landscape? Tune in for insights!
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Mar 7, 2025 • 45min

Quantum leap, Model Context Protocol, CoreWeave IPO and an AI voice companion

Blake Johnson, a distinguished engineer and quantum engine lead, shares insights on when quantum computing might make its way into consumer devices. Chris Hay, CTO of Customer Transformation, discusses the Model Context Protocol, which streamlines developer workflows. Volkmar Uhlig, AI infrastructure expert, talks about CoreWeave's shift from crypto to AI cloud services and its competitive edge. They also dive into Sesame AI's innovative voice companion, revealing how these technologies are reshaping user interaction with AI.
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May 23, 2025 • 28min

Claude 4: Everything you need to know

Shobhit Varshney, Head of Data and AI at IBM Consulting Americas, and Chris Hay, CTO of Customer Transformation, dive into the intriguing world of Claude 4.0. They unpack its unique coding capabilities and engaging personality compared to other AI models. The conversation touches on the evolving role of AI in coding, the competition among tech giants like OpenAI and Google, and the importance of safety and ethics in AI development. They also speculate on the future of AI releases and the implications of recent tech rivalries.
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Jul 18, 2025 • 48min

Kimi K2, DeepSeek-R1 vibe check and Google’s data center investments

Join Chris Hay, a Distinguished Engineer, Kaoutar El Maghraoui, a Principal Research Scientist, and Abraham Daniels, a Senior Technical Product Manager, as they explore the launch of Kimi K2, a game-changing AI model. The trio dives into a comparative analysis with competitors like Claude and GPT-4, discussing the implications of Google's $25 billion investment in AI infrastructure. They also reflect on the evolution of DeepSeek-R1 and consider the transformative role of AI in scientific research, highlighting the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.
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Mar 14, 2025 • 50min

Manus, vibe coding, scaling laws and Perplexity’s AI phone

Join Chris Hay, a distinguished engineer and CTO of Customer Transformation; Kaoutar El Maghraoui, principal research scientist at the AI Hardware Center; and Vyoma Gajjar, AI technical solutions architect, as they delve into the exciting world of AI. They discuss Manus AI's potential to disrupt the tech landscape and the peculiar rise of vibe coding. Also on the agenda are new insights into scaling laws that challenge traditional views and the innovative collaboration behind the upcoming AI phone from Perplexity and Deutsche Telekom.
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May 2, 2025 • 40min

LlamaCon, Qwen3, DeepSeek-R2 rumors and JP Morgan’s open letter on AI

Shobhit Varshney, Head of Data and AI for the Americas, Chris Hay, CTO of Customer Transformation, and Kush Varshney, an IBM fellow on AI governance, come together for a thrilling discussion. They dive into the buzz from LlamaCon and the implications of new AI models like Qwen3 and the rumored DeepSeek-R2. The trio also examines J.P. Morgan's urgent open letter on AI security, raising concerns about the balance between innovation and safety. Join them as they reflect on the past year’s AI journey and key moments from their debut conversation!

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