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Ulrik Hansen
President and co-founder of Encord, experienced in building data and labeling infrastructure for applied AI, focused on data orchestration and feedback loops for real-world AI systems.
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Sep 25, 2025
• 28min
What Really Blocks AI Progress? Ulrik Hansen from Encord thinks it’s…
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Ulrik Hansen, co-founder of Encord, shares insights on the real roadblocks to AI progress. He argues that data, not models, is the true bottleneck, emphasizing the importance of data orchestration. He contrasts Tesla's live feedback system with Waymo's cautious rollout, discussing the challenges in robotics and edge cases in self-driving tech. Ulrik highlights the shift towards a connection economy and the rising value of trust in brands. He also explores the potential pitfalls of synthetic data and why applied AI is more thrilling than abstract AGI discussions.
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