A Life Building & Investing in Intelligence/David Yakobovitch -AI Trends, Jobs, LGBTQ+ Advocate ~ Spark of Ages Ep. 12

Spark of Ages

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Episode Description:
Prepare to have your mind expanded by David Yakobovitch, a visionary in the realms of data and AI, as he joins me, Rajiv Parikh, to unveil the technological revolutions that await us in 2024. We're not just talking about advancements; we're discussing a seismic shift in how businesses harness real-time AI applications to reshape operations and customer engagement. David dissects how AI-first strategies are becoming non-negotiable for product development and how startups are successfully digging into ultra-specific niches. If you thought AI was just an add-on, this episode will make you think again—it's rapidly becoming the heartbeat of modern business strategy.
But why stop at business? Imagine a world where your workout coach doesn't just count your reps, but is bionic; where your vision isn't limited to what's in front of you, thanks to smart lenses. That's the future David and I explore, touching on how AI, bionics, and human augmentation are merging to enhance our everyday lives. We dive into the crucial tech breakthroughs paving the way, from chip production to Li-Fi connectivity, and even the emerging role of humanoid workers. As we navigate these waters, we don't lose sight of the ethical compass—responsible AI use and the nuanced role of prompt engineers are at the forefront of this enlightening discussion.
We round out our conversation with a look at the societal shifts accompanying these innovations. The rise of Responsible AI stirs a mix of excitement and concern—while we witness an explosion of tech roles, we also grapple with the reality of job displacement. But there's a silver lining: communities and governments are stepping up with reskilling initiatives. Furthermore, we delve into how Data Power Ventures is making waves by investing in data-first companies, and the growing influence of community and tech advocacy in shaping the tech landscape. Prepare to be inspired by David's commitment to technology education and his personal moonshot to invest in a thousand data-first companies, anticipating a data-rich future where innovation knows no bounds.
Show Description:
In every episode, we’re going to do a deep dive with our guest about what led them to their own 'eureka' moments, how they went about executing it, and perhaps most importantly, how do they get other people to believe in them so that their idea could also someday become a Spark for the Ages.
Rajiv Parikh: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rajivparikh/
Sandeep Parikh: https://www.instagram.com/sandeepparikh/
David Yakobovitch: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidyakobovitch/
Data Power Ventures: https://datapower.vc/
Producer: Anand Shah & Sandeep Parikh
Technical Director & Sound Designer: Sandeep Parikh, Omar Najam
Executive Producers: Sandeep Parikh & Anand Shah
Associate Producers: Taryn Talley & Jesse Diep
Editor: Sean Meagher & Aidan McGarvey
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Chapters

1. A Life Building & Investing in Intelligence/David Yakobovitch -AI Trends, Jobs, LGBTQ+ Advocate ~ Spark of Ages Ep. 12 (00:00:00)

2. Spark of Ages & David Yakobovitch Introduction (00:00:07)

3. 3 Trends in Data & AI (00:03:57)

4. What are the layers of the AI stack? (00:06:25)

5. How is technology driving value in the stack? (00:07:57)

6. Closing deals for proof-of-concept as a way to win Mindshare in AI (00:09:20)

7. 3 Approaches to AI Powered Assistants (00:12:20)

8. Why switch between LLMs you're using? (00:16:23)

9. Being responsible with AI requires humans to think for themselves (00:19:33)

10. How do you think about AI as an investor? (00:20:22)

11. The Fear that AI will take our jobs is real (00:21:58)

12. The Evolution of White-Collar Work (00:24:52)

13. What is a Data Product? (00:26:45)

14. How do you start your own VC firm? (00:31:09)

15. Why Google let David continue to be a VC (00:33:23)

16. How do SPVs and Syndicated Rounds work? (00:34:53)

17. What's different about Silicon Valley and NYC Tech scene? (00:36:56)

18. How David advocates for the LGBTQ+ Community as a VC (00:40:12)

19. The pace of AI adoption and how we keep up (00:42:23)

20. What is the Go-To-Market strategy for Data Power Ventures? (00:45:17)

21. David' Yakobovitch's Investment Approach (00:46:42)

22. What Sparked you to get into Technology? (00:47:50)

23. Was there a person that motivated you when you were young? (00:50:17)

24. How did you make the leap from education to entrepreneur? (00:52:09)

25. What kind of technology inspires you? (00:54:18)

26. What is your personal moonshot? (00:55:48)

27. If you weren't a VC, what would you be doing? (00:57:33)