Naveen Rao
VP of AI at Databricks and former neuroscientist. Focuses on the evolution of AI, neural networks, and energy constraints in both biological and artificial intelligence.
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Aug 4, 2025 • 39min
Databricks VP: Don’t Try to Speed AI Evolution through Brute Force
Naveen Rao, VP of AI at Databricks and former neuroscientist, dives into the evolution of AI, emphasizing the need for energy-efficient systems rather than brute-force scaling. He warns against the impending 'model collapse' of large language models due to reliance on AI-generated content. Rao argues for grounding AI in reality and rethinking traditional approaches, suggesting that true intelligence should mimic biological efficiency. His insights challenge current methodologies and highlight the importance of observational learning in AI development.
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Sep 30, 2025 • 40min
AI Leaders Podcast #76: Scaling AI in the Enterprise
Naveen Rao, Vice President of AI at Databricks and a pioneer in AI chips, shares his insights on scaling AI in large organizations. He discusses the challenges of operationalizing AI, including infrastructure failures and the importance of a robust data foundation. The conversation dives into quality in generative AI, emphasizing the need for reliable models tailored to specific industries. Naveen also highlights the significance of user interface design and data governance to ensure effective AI integration in workflows.
