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The Brave Technologist

Brave Software
Artificial Intelligence
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Data Privacy
Generative AI
Blockchain
Deepfakes
Scams
Self-Driving Trucks
Safety Regulations
Natural Language Processing
AI Safety
AI Ethics
Autonomous Vehicles
Supply Chain Challenges
Privacy-Preserving AI
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Social Media Platforms
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Technology is reshaping society—but how are users included in the conversation? The Brave Technologist explores how emerging technologies like artificial intelligence, machine learning, and Web3 are influencing our lives, our choices, and our collective future. Unlike many tech podcasts that focus on hype and disruption, this show puts users at the center of the conversation. Each episode features... more

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Bhavesh Mehta and Mahesh Kumar—senior technology leaders at Uber and co-authors of the practical guide AI-First Leader—discuss the lessons learned from Nova Bridge's collapse, and share best practices for mitigating hidden risks that can derail ambit... more

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Emad Mostaque, founder and CEO of Intelligent Internet, discusses his vision for an open and intelligent internet, along with the impact it can have on everyday users. He acknowledges the risks of AI surpassing human capabilities, but shares an optim... more

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Arjun Khemani, memetic warlord at Zcash, shares his journey from questioning conventional thinking to becoming an advocate for rational optimism and privacy in the digital age. He discusses the importance of fighting for freedom, why memes are powerf... more

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Thorsten Jaeckel, Head of Product at 0x and Matcha, discusses the biggest hurdles facing DeFi adoption—including regulatory uncertainty, user experience challenges, security concerns, and the need for better education. Discover what it will take for ... more

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Recent Guests

Arjun Khemani
Author, podcaster, and memetic warlord
Zcash
Episode: Zcash and the Fight for Privacy in the Digital Age
Thorsten Jaeckel
Representative from 0x and Matcha involved in DeFi discussions
0x and Matcha
Episode: Live From Rare Evo: What's Stopping DeFi from Going Mainstream?
Sean Hehir
CEO of BrainChip, company behind Akida, the first neuromorphic AI processor
BrainChip
Episode: BrainChip: Bringing Brain-Inspired AI to Everyday Devices
Andrew Pelekis
CEO of Claynosaurz, known for the Nobody Sausage project
Claynosaurz
Episode: Nobody Sausage & Claynosaurz: Reaching Millions Through Frictionless Digital Collectibles
Adam Zarazinski
Former intelligence professional, now the CEO of Inca Digital, providing data and analytics on the digital asset ecosystem.
Inca Digital
Episode: Decoding the Genius Bill: A Catalyst for Stablecoin Innovation and Adoption
Ryan Rugg
Global Head of Digital Assets for Citibank's Treasury and Trade Solutions
Citibank
Episode: LIVE from Rare Evo: How Citi is Bridging The Gap Between Web2 and Web3
Assaf Kipnis
AI safety investigator with experience at LinkedIn, Facebook, and Google, currently at ElevenLabs.
ElevenLabs
Episode: AI Safety, Scam Tactics and Threat Mitigation
Tom Aulet
Co-founder and CEO of Ergatta, focusing on game-based fitness solutions
Ergatta
Episode: The AI-Powered Workout: Inside Ergatta's Game-Based Habit System
Angels Menendez
Cybersecurity and AI automation expert at NADN
NADN
Episode: The Evolution of Cybersecurity Tools and Automation

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Luke Mulks
Host of The Brave Technologist. He specializes in discussions about technology and its societal impacts, focusing on user-centric approaches and digital rights.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 149 ratings
  • Great Interview with John Kiriaku

    I appreciated the interview with John Kiriakou. I am a member of his Substack and a fan of his efforts to bring accountability to our government. I felt like Luke asked good questions about security.

    I’m going to download the Brave Browser.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sholbk
    United States7 months ago
  • Thank you

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BGeegpay
    United States8 months ago
  • Blockchain and CBDCs

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    How do you foresee Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) and blockchain technology shaping the financial landscape in India, especially in terms of regulatory frameworks and integration into various economic sectors?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Neo8910
    United States2 years ago
  • Great Listen

    Love it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Namiko22134
    Canada2 years ago
  • Bingeable

    Came for the technologist series and discovered the marketing series. Both are bingeable.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Former Username
    United States2 years ago

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Engaging guests with diverse expertise in tech, policy, and ethics.
Well-structured discussions that balance technical depth with broader societal themes.
A refreshing take that prioritizes user-centric technology over market hype.
Thought-provoking insights on technology and its implications on society.
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#167
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Q: Is there any advice that you'd give teams that are adopting vector search for the first time?
If you don't adopt it, you're competitive as well, right? It's kind of do or die; there's a clear ROI if you deploy it properly.
Pinecone is Democratizing Access to Vector Database Technology
Q: How much are you guys thinking about that? And how much is that impacting what you guys are doing?
There's a lot of discussion about Retrieval Augmented Generation, RAG, which emphasizes the importance of finding relevant content before augmenting queries in AI models.
Live at Rare Evo: Stand With Crypto's Grassroots Advocacy Is Shaping Digital Asset Policy
Q: What would you recommend that they do?
I would encourage them to speak up and make their voice known, perhaps joining the Stand With Crypto website to advocate effectively for their rights.
Live at Rare Evo: Stand With Crypto's Grassroots Advocacy Is Shaping Digital Asset Policy
Q: What types of legislation are most important right now to kind of support innovation and protect users in the digital asset space?
Market structure is crucial; the Clarity Act aims to lay down rules for crypto businesses, clarifying classifications and compliance pathways.
AI's Next Frontier: Privacy-Preserving Neural Networks
Q: How is JustWin leveraging AI to empower small businesses?
JustWin uses AI to help small businesses find and analyze government contract opportunities, scoring them based on relevance and assisting in document compliance for RFP responses.

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1. Arjun Khemani
2. Thorsten Jaeckel
3. Sean Hehir
4. Andrew Pelekis
5. Adam Zarazinski
6. Ryan Rugg
7. Assaf Kipnis
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