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Ryan Ries on Navigating AI's Real Value Beyond the Hype

27 July 2026 1:07:35 Software Oasis

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About this episode

Introduction

  • CES 2017 device showcase with Intel
  • Quantum computing at UCLA
  • NLP solutions in 2008

Interview

  • Ryan's career journey
  • Early AI and machine learning applications
  • Staying ahead of the curve

Presentation

  • Avoiding 'pilot purgatory'
  • The importance of data quality
  • Real business value in AI

Panel Q&A

  • Real audience questions
  • Challenges in AI adoption
  • Practical use cases and ROI

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