From Cloud Dependency to Local Intelligence: The Future of Accessible AI
As AI models grow more powerful, the question of where they run is becoming just as important as what they do. In this episode, Brandon Weng, Co-Founder and CEO of Fluid Inference, unpacks what it takes to move AI from massive data centers to everyday devices—and why that shift matters. Brandon shares the story behind Fluid Inference, a company focused on making it easier for developers to deploy large AI models like transformers on consumer hardware. From pivoting away from his previous project, Slipbox, to the technical and philosophical choices that shaped Fluid's direction, he walks us through the thinking behind local-first AI. We explore the tradeoffs between cloud-based and on-device inference—touching on privacy, cost, control, and performance—and the hardware breakthroughs that are making edge AI more viable, including integrated NPUs in devices like Intel's AI PCs. #EdgeAI #OnDeviceInference #AIOptimization #PrivacyFirst #OpenSourceAI #LocalAI
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The Age of With: Rethinking Enterprise Strategy Through Agentic AI
Explore how Agentic AI is reimagining enterprise workflows, industry processes, and leadership priorities with Baris Sarer, Global AI Leader for the Technology, Media, and Telecommunications (TMT) Industry at Deloitte. Baris shares Deloitte's perspective on the "Age of With" and what it means for enterprises adopting autonomous agents at scale—from unlocking measurable business value to ensuring trust, governance, and accountability. He also offers insights into real-world use cases, surprising regional trends in AI adoption, and how C-suite leaders can start experimenting with Agentic AI—whether they're early movers or feel late to the game. Tune in for a practical, forward-looking discussion on turning Agentic AI from a futuristic concept into a strategic advantage. #AgenticAI, #Deloitte, #AITransformation, #EnterpriseAI, #AIGovernance, #ProcessRedesign, #AILeadership, #IntelAI
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Redefining Edge Intelligence: Falcons.AI's Vision for Fast, Secure, and Sustainable AI
AI adoption is moving fast—but making it simple, scalable, and power-efficient is where Falcons.AI stands out. In this episode, Bobbi Stattelman, Chief Operating Officer at Falcons.AI, shares how the company has delivered over 500 million model downloads while keeping its focus on practical, lightweight AI that works across devices and industries. From leading the world's top-performing NSFW detection model to helping enterprises run AI on the edge with minimal power draw, Falcons.AI is showing what accessible innovation looks like. Bobbi explains how the team thinks about AI that's fast, secure, and easy to use, and why simplifying deployment is key to enterprise readiness. She also talks through the growing role of open source in AI adoption, and how Falcons.AI bridges the gap between cutting-edge research and operational efficiency. You'll hear how leaders can think differently about performance vs. sustainability, and what their Intel partnership reveals about building real-world, power-aware AI solutions. Whether you're running edge devices, building AI tools, or leading innovation strategy, this conversation offers a clear look into how AI is evolving—and how to adopt it without adding unnecessary complexity. #FalconsAI #OnDeviceAI #AISafety #SustainableAI #EdgeAI #AIForGood #Intel
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Agentic AI in Action: Transforming Health, Education, and Consumer Experiences
Discover how Agentic AI is reshaping industries that touch lives every day with Stacey Shulman, Vice President and GM of Health, Education, and Consumer Industries at Intel. In this episode, Stacey shares how Intel is helping healthcare providers improve patient outcomes without losing the human touch, and how AI can move beyond efficiency to true transformation in diagnosis, treatment, and patient experience. She also explores the future of personalized learning, what's next for AI tutors and adaptive platforms, and how Agentic AI is redefining consumer engagement. Along the way, Stacey outlines the biggest barriers leaders face in adopting advanced AI systems—and the strategies to overcome them. You'll also hear how Intel's integrated approach—combining hardware, software, and ecosystem partnerships—is accelerating real-world impact today, and which AI breakthroughs could most profoundly improve everyday life in the decade ahead. Tune in for a forward-looking conversation on building AI that serves people first, at scale.
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Inside the AI-Powered Workplace: How Intel Sees the Future of PCs and Workstations
AI isn't just transforming the software stack — it's reshaping the very machines powering modern business. Jennifer Larson, General Manager of Commercial Client Segments at Intel, breaks down why the distinction between workstations and high-end desktops matters more than ever, and how Intel is engineering platforms designed for creators, engineers, and enterprise users navigating increasingly complex workloads. The conversation explores the rise of small language models, on-device inference, and local AI — technologies that promise new levels of performance, privacy, and productivity right at the edge. Larson also sheds light on how Intel defines performance in an AI-driven world, how evolving security demands are influencing hardware strategy, and the priorities CIOs and CTOs should keep top of mind as 2025 approaches. Packed with insight and foresight, this discussion offers a grounded look at where commercial computing is headed next. #AIPC #AIWorkstation #CommercialPCs #On-DeviceAI #EdgeComputing #IntelAI #LocalAI #AIProductivity
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