102 - Unveiling Yaya Tech: The Journey of a Tech Entrepreneur from Peru
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In this episode of the InNOLEvation® Mindset podcast, hosted by Mark McNees and powered by the Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship, we meet Andre Tregaer, an emerging tech entrepreneur and founder of Yaya Tech. Andre reveals his remarkable journey from Peru to the U.S., detailing his educational path and the inception of his innovative company. He discusses his philosophy of open-source technology and its significance for data privacy, as well as his company's impactful work in creating devices to aid those with aphasia. The conversation shifts to the complexities surrounding data privacy, surveillance capitalism, and the potential ethical implications of AI. Tune in to discover Andre's vision for a more transparent tech future and the importance of owning one's data.
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:27 Meet Andre Tregaer: The Tech Giant in the Making
01:02 Andre's Journey from Peru to the US
01:41 Life in Panama and Transition to FSU
02:25 Growing Up in Peru: Family and Opportunities
07:39 The Birth of Yaya Tech
12:57 Open Source Philosophy and Business Model
16:05 Privacy, Data Security, and Open Source Commitment
18:56 Who Owns Our Data?
19:28 Concerns About Data Privacy
20:20 The Surveillance State
21:19 Elon Musk and AI Surveillance
24:09 AI Learning from Itself
25:29 The Future of Data Privacy
29:49 Confidential Computing and Privacy Solutions
32:53 The Role of Open Source in Privacy
37:50 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs
40:01 Conclusion and Podcast Wrap-Up
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