
AI Ignition: Exploring the future of AI in the enterprise
Artificial intelligence continues to change the world around us at a dizzying pace. Each month, host Beena Ammanath, executive director of the Deloitte AI Institute, explores the human side of AI through thought provoking conversations with today’s AI leaders.
Latest episodes

Dec 12, 2024 • 21min
Ignite your curiosity with Eric Siegel, PhD
Discover the importance of stakeholder involvement in AI deployments with innovation expert, Eric Siegel, PhD, as he discusses balancing predictive analytics with Generative AI and other AI trends for enterprise success.

May 20, 2024 • 32min
Ignite your curiosity with Jeremy Jurgens
Discover the potential positive impacts of artificial intelligence on the global economy. Jeremy Jurgens, managing director at the World Economic Forum, shares how AI adoption can help the world innovate processes, services, and experiences.

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Apr 9, 2024 • 26min
Ignite your curiosity with Dr. Kristian Kersting
Dr. Kristian Kersting, an AI expert, discusses responsible AI usage, human-like learning in AI systems, the importance of trust, and future predictions for AI advancements. Topics include regulations, nurturing diversity in the AI ecosystem, and the evolution of AI towards amplifying human intelligence.

Jul 12, 2023 • 48min
Ignite your curiosity with Manuela Veloso
How can the financial services sector leverage the power of AI across products and within their organizations? Manuela Veloso, PhD, discusses applying her research in AI and robotics to the financial services space.

Apr 10, 2023 • 26min
Ignite your curiosity with Stela Solar
How should we handle self-governance versus growing regulations? Stela Solar discusses how businesses can allow innovation to grow within regulatory boundaries, by emphasizing ethics, diversity, and augmented leadership.

Feb 6, 2023 • 44min
Ignite your curiosity with Debjani Ghosh
What is India’s approach to scaling AI to build a citizen-centric digital economy? Debjani Ghosh discusses her vision for the future of AI in India and how emerging technologies are transforming the country.

Jan 13, 2023 • 36min
Ignite your curiosity with Dr. Katia Walsh
How do we leverage AI and other intelligent tools to improve consumer experiences? Katia Walsh shares her vision and approach to AI and digital transformation to create value.

Dec 7, 2022 • 39min
Ignite your curiosity with Cynthia Breazeal
How do we leverage AI and intelligent tools to make better decisions? Cynthia Breazeal, Associate Director of the MIT Media Lab and Dean for Digital Learning at MIT Open Learning, shares her approach to social robotics, living with AI, and scaling learning opportunities for AI fluency.

Nov 22, 2022 • 32min
Ignite your curiosity with Ashutosh Garg
How can AI reduce bias and improve transparency within talent management? Ashutosh Garg, CEO and Co-Founder of Eightfold.ai, discusses how leaders can apply AI solutions to improve their talent diversity, development, and retention.

Nov 1, 2022 • 47min
Ignite your AI curiosity with Keith Sonderling
How should leaders approach AI for HR to advance employment opportunities for all? Commissioner Keith Sonderling of the US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission discusses his approach to AI in the workplace and what leaders should consider when implementing AI for HR solutions.
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