Duncan Curtis
Senior Vice President of Generative AI at Sama, leading the development of AI-powered tools for data annotation. He focuses on practical solutions and responsible innovation in AI.
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Jun 23, 2025 • 48min
#307 Human Guardrails in Generative AI with Wendy Gonzalez & Duncan Curtis, CEO & SVP of Gen AI at Sama
Wendy Gonzalez, CEO of Sama, and Duncan Curtis, SVP of Generative AI at Sama, discuss the pivotal role of quality data in unleashing the true potential of AI. They highlight the need for specialized data to enhance AI performance across various sectors, detailing methods like data enrichment and model distillation. The duo emphasizes the importance of human oversight in AI systems, balancing automation with contextual awareness. Furthermore, they explore their commitment to social impact through AI, empowering underserved communities, and emphasizing ethical practices in tech.
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Apr 18, 2025 • 46min
How Sama is Improving ML Models to Make AVs Safer // Duncan Curtis // #307
Duncan Curtis, SVP of Product and Technology at Sama, shares insights from his extensive background in autonomous vehicles and AI. He delves into the crucial role of data annotation in enhancing ML model accuracy for AVs. The discussion addresses the challenges of integrating human input into AI systems and how this can improve safety and efficiency. Curtis also highlights the importance of modernizing data strategies and overcoming bottlenecks in data accessibility, ensuring AI technology can deliver reliable and safe autonomous driving experiences.
