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4 weeks ago | 
sociable.co | Erick Espinosa |MIT Professors
In this Brains Byte Back, we sit down with Hari Vasudevan, founder and CEO of Think Power Solutions and KYRO, to explore how AI is modernizing the construction industry. With a background in engineering and large-scale capital projects, Vasudevan recognized a gap between engineers and field teams—one that often led to inefficiencies, miscommunications. And in an industry where time is money, fluency in an operation matters.
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1 month ago | 
sociable.co | Erick Espinosa |MIT Professors
It’s really hard to think of an industry out there that doesn't leverage AI. For marketers, it’s become a revolutionary tool that cuts cost, increases productivity, and uses data to enhance personalization. But we’re not here to talk about why it’s great. There are thousands of articles online that will do that for you. Instead, in this episode of Brain Byte Back we shift gears today and ask: Is it possible for marketers to overuse AI? And if so, what are the results?
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Jan 15, 2025 | 
sociable.co | Erick Espinosa |MIT Professors
In this episode of Brains Byte Back, we welcome 20-year-old inventor and Yale student David Fleming, the creator of Releevum, a groundbreaking self-serve headache relief device. David shares his inspiring journey of overcoming debilitating migraines, his early prototypes at age 11, and his relentless pursuit of innovation that led to over 100 iterations of his product.
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Dec 9, 2024 | 
sociable.co | Erick Espinosa |MIT Professors
In this episode of Brains Byte Back, we visit a pressing issue: over-tourism and its impact on our planet. From the wildfires devastating Canada’s forests to the historic and deadly flooding in Valencia, the consequences of global warming are undeniable. And tourism, while a vital economic driver, often amplifies these challenges—putting immense pressure on fragile ecosystems, local resources, and cultural landmarks.
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Nov 1, 2024 | 
sociable.co | Erick Espinosa |MIT Professors
In this episode of Brains Byte Back, we explore a topic that touches all of us at some point in life: inheritance and the difficult process of managing a loved one’s finances after they pass away. Those who have experienced it would agree that time takes on a new meaning, whether it’s time spent with your loved one or time spent grieving.
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Oct 23, 2024 | 
sociable.co | Erick Espinosa |MIT Professors
In this episode of Brains Byte Back, we’re proud to kick off Latin Heritage Month and recognize the achievements of those in the community. Today, we’re joined by Gerardo Sandoval, CEO and founder of Facil Cloud. Gerardo’s inspiring journey takes us from his early days in Venezuela, where he launched his first tech startup at just 16— a computer lab where recognized the value of empowering his community with computer skills.
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Oct 2, 2024 | 
sociable.co | Erick Espinosa |MIT Professors
In this episode of Brains Byte Back, we explore the future of neurotechnology with a special guest, Israel Gasperin, founder and CEO of Zentrela. Israel's company is leading the charge in using artificial intelligence (AI) to analyze brainwaves, developing groundbreaking tools that measure cognitive impairment in ways traditional drug tests can’t. In 2018, the historic legalization of cannabis in Canada is where Zentrela really took off.
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Sep 30, 2024 | 
socialgeek.co | Erick Espinosa |MIT Professors
In this episode of Brains Byte Back, we explore the future of neurotechnology with a special guest, Israel Gasperin, founder and CEO of Zentrela. Israel's company is leading the charge in using artificial intelligence (AI) to analyze brainwaves, developing groundbreaking tools that measure cognitive impairment in ways traditional drug tests can’t. In 2018, the historic legalization of cannabis in Canada is where Zentrela really took off.
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Sep 6, 2024 | 
sociable.co | Erick Espinosa |MIT Professors
In this episode of Brains Byte Back, we sit down with Sam Oliver, CEO of OpenFI, a conversational AI tool designed for businesses looking to elevate their customer interactions. The London-based author and serial tech entrepreneur joins the podcast to share a cautionary tale about a private equity earn-out deal that took a sharp, expensive turn during the sale of his previous company.
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Aug 20, 2024 | 
sociable.co | Erick Espinosa |MIT Professors
This episode of Brains Byte Back is for the animal lovers. We know there are many of you because, according to the stats, over 50% of the world's population owns a pet. That in itself creates a large consumer market for our furry or scaly friends, including in the world of tech. In 2024, the global pet tech market was valued at 7.2 billion USD, and that number is expected to grow substantially in the coming years.
