In this episode of BetterTech, host Umair Javed sits down with Umut Eser, Co-founder and CTO of Weave, to explore how AI is transforming the regulatory side of drug development. With a PhD in applied physics and deep experience across biotech, AI, and healthcare, Umut shares how Weave is simplifying FDA submissions using LLMs, document classification, and agentic workflows. He discusses the challenge of hallucination in regulatory AI, the importance of UX-driven verification, and the balance between automation and human oversight. Whether you're a healthtech founder or building AI-first products, this episode offers sharp insights into verticalized innovation and product-market fit.

Revolutionizing Drug Approval with AI

In this episode of BetterTech, host Umair Javed sits down with Dr. Eva-Marie Müller-Stuler, Partner and Chief Data Scientist at EY MENA, to explore the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence. From her leadership roles at IBM and KPMG to driving AI strategy at EY, Eva brings decades of experience to the table. She shares how organizations can move beyond AI hype to real ROI, unpacks the challenges of ethical implementation, and explains why AI transformation must be driven by business, not IT. The discussion also covers the region’s accelerating AI momentum and the future of AGI. A must-listen for leaders building trustworthy, scalable AI.

Data & Analytics at EY

In this episode of BetterTech, host Umair Javed is joined by Dr. Holger Bartel, Founder of RealRate, to explore how AI is fueling fintech innovation, especially in the domain of financial ratings. With a PhD in statistics and deep expertise in economics, Holger discusses how RealRate is setting a new standard in the industry by combining explainable AI, causal graphs, and small data to build transparent, conflict-free rating models. Unlike traditional black-box systems or GPT-based tools, RealRate’s approach emphasizes clarity, logic, and credibility. The company benchmarks entire industries using publicly available financial data, offering fintech leaders a scalable and ethical path to automation. This episode offers bold ideas and actionable insights for anyone building or investing in next-generation fintech solutions. A must-listen for anyone passionate about driving real change through fintech innovation.

Fintech Innovation Beyond Big Data

In this episode of BetterTech, we dive into the future of digital identity with Luke Arrigoni, Founder and CEO of Loti. A data science expert with consulting experience at AT&T and Goldman Sachs, Luke now leads Loti—an AI-driven platform designed to safeguard your digital identity and online reputation. From battling deepfakes and fake endorsements to removing explicit content and impersonations, Loti uses advanced facial recognition and automation to monitor and clean the internet in real time. Luke breaks down how Loti processes high-risk content daily, explains the tech behind its takedown systems, and shares insights from his journey building a product-focused AI company. Whether you’re a celebrity, a content creator, or an everyday user, this episode offers actionable insights into protecting your digital identity in an AI-dominated world.

Protecting Digital Identity in the AI Era

In this episode of BetterTech, Haseeb Khan is joined by Alan Wepener, CEO of
Svantero, to explore the future of sustainability, carbon markets, and blockchain
innovation. Alan shares his journey from investment banking to founding Svantero, a
platform uniting fintech, blockchain, and decarbonization projects. He discusses why
carbon credits are set to become a $4.7 trillion market, how blockchain and AI are
transforming carbon trading, and the rise of green finance. Alan also unveils how
Svantero is making carbon neutrality accessible to everyone, offering individuals and
businesses simple ways to offset emissions without changing their lifestyle. Tune in for
a fascinating look into the next big wave of sustainable innovation.

AI, Blockchain & The Future of Carbon Markets

In this episode of BetterTech, Ismail, CTO and Co-founder of Superagent, joins Haseeb Khan for a deep dive into the evolving role of AI agents in modern work environments. Backed by Y Combinator, Superagent is building a platform where humans and AI collaborate like real teammates. Ismail shares how their approach replaces bloated tools with a single, intelligent agent that operates autonomously across systems. He discusses the shift from “human-in-the-loop” to “agent-in-the-loop,” the importance of context in AI performance, and how lean teams can now achieve massive scale. A must-listen for anyone building in AI, SaaS, or enterprise productivity.

AI Innovation & Strategy: Expert Insights

In this episode of BetterTech, Haseeb Khan sits down with Chris Traylor, Global Executive for Employee Experience at ServiceNow, how proofing the workforce for the future is being reshaped by AI agents. Chris shares valuable insights on the evolution from chatbots to fully autonomous AI agents that execute complex workflows, enhance productivity, and transform employee experience. He emphasizes the critical role of integrating AI with governance, contextual awareness, and structured data to ensure relevance and reliability in proofing the workforce. From framing AI agents as digital twins rather than replacements to offering a practical roadmap for AI adoption, Chris delivers a clear, experience-driven perspective on how businesses can unlock value from AI, starting small but scaling smart, to effectively proofing the workforce in today’s fast-changing landscape.

Future Proofing the Workforce with AI

In this episode of PetrTech, host Haseeb Khan welcomes Eze Lanza, an Open Source AI Evangelist and Developer Advocate at Intel. With over a decade of experience in AI, including classical NLP and modern AI developments, Eze shares insights on the evolution of AI from traditional machine learning to large language models and AI agents. He explains how AI agents are transforming business automation by connecting AI models to external systems, enabling practical workflows with controlled execution. Eze also discusses the future of work shaped by AI, the challenges around ethics and responsibility, and the growing adoption of AI tools among developers. The conversation highlights real-world applications in healthcare, finance, and customer experience, emphasizing an agentic future powered by AI’s evolving senses.

The AI Agent Empowered Workforce

In this episode of Better Tech, host Jocelyn Houle interviews Marc-Antoine Auger, AVP of AI Data Governance and Business Architecture at iA Private Wealth. Marc-Antoine dives deep into how financial institutions can modernize legacy systems by aligning business architecture, data governance, and AI to drive scalable transformation and value. He emphasizes the importance of understanding business capabilities, managing technical debt, and fostering collaboration across business, technology, and risk teams. Marc-Antoine also shares insights on data quality being “fit for purpose” rather than perfect and highlights the challenges and opportunities of AI adoption in finance. Listeners gain practical guidance on navigating complex AI projects and managing up effectively in fast-changing environments.

Leading Digital Transformation in Traditional Enterprises

In this episode, host Jocelyn welcomes Bennett Borden, CEO of Clarion AI Partners, to discuss his unique journey merging law, data science, and AI development. Bennett shares how Clarion combines legal expertise with cutting-edge AI technology to help organizations build compliant, responsible AI systems. Drawing on decades of experience, including his work with government agencies and top law firms, Bennett explains the critical importance of "compliance by design" and the challenges companies face navigating AI regulation in a rapidly evolving landscape. He emphasizes that AI is a transformative opportunity, urging leaders to lean into innovation rather than resist change. Bennett also highlights how AI can augment human expertise, driving efficiency and new business value.

AI and Law: Key Insights

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