In this episode of the AlchemistX Innovators Inside Podcast, Ian Bergman sits down with Manas Talukdar, a seasoned leader in enterprise AI and data infrastructure, to explore the evolution of cloud-native data platforms and the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on businesses. Manas shares his journey from building middleware and pioneering distributed systems to leading innovative projects at companies like C3 AI and Labelbox. 

Key takeaways include:

• The shift from traditional on-premise systems to cloud-based, scalable AI solutions

• The critical importance of high-quality, curated data—and the emerging role of synthetic data—in training advanced models

• How a customer-centric, iterative approach to product development drives successful AI implementations

• The need for a balanced, risk-tolerant culture that empowers teams to make bold product bets

• Insights on navigating industry challenges, from managing escalating GPU costs to addressing regulatory pressures

Tune in for an insightful discussion on how embracing data-driven innovation can unlock new opportunities and redefine enterprise success.

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