Sajith Wickramasekara

Sajith Wickramasekara, co-founder and CEO of Benchling, dives deep into the intersection of AI and biotechnology. He discusses how AI agents can drastically reduce the time and cost of drug development. Sajith addresses the current state of biotech, likening it to a dot-com bust, and highlights China's rapid advancement in the pharma sector. He also shares insights on interdisciplinary collaboration between scientists and technologists, the importance of AI in improving molecule quality, and the necessity for trust in AI systems.

Shervin Pishevar, an Iranian-American entrepreneur and venture capitalist, shares insights on the courage of protesters in Iran and the vital role of technologies like Starlink in supporting their fight for freedom. Horacio Rozanski, CEO of Booz Allen Hamilton, discusses the integration of AI and cybersecurity in government missions. Glenn Fogel, CEO of Booking Holdings, dives into the concept of agentic commerce and how AI is reshaping the travel industry. Other guests like J.D. Ross and Nick Fleisher talk about modernizing insurance and legal workflows through innovative tech solutions.