Episode 111: Shaping the Future: AI, Leadership, and Ethics with Nuri Cankaya, VP Intel

In this engaging episode of the Throttle Up Leadership Podcast, host Dr. John Dentico converses with Nuri Cankaya, an expert in AI and cloud computing based at Intel, with a significant tenure at Microsoft. They delve into Nuri's tech journey, the transformative impact of AI on business landscapes, and his role in launching Azure OpenAI. The discussion navigates through the ethical considerations of AI, the advent of artificial general intelligence (AGI), and the crucial need for trust and sustainability in AI advancements. Nuri shares insights on the evolving nature of leadership in the AI era and speculates on the near-future implications of AGI in corporate decision-making. 00:00 Welcome to Throttle Up Leadership Podcast 00:08 Meet Nuri Cankaya: Visionary Leader in AI 01:57 Nuri's Early Life and Career Journey 03:10 The Evolution of AI and Cloud Computing 03:52 Personal Anecdotes and Early Tech Experiences 05:24 AI's Impact on Business Today 07:38 Leadership in the Age of AI 12:13 The Future of AI in Business and Leadership 17:42 Ethical and Strategic Considerations in AI 23:28 The Importance of Open Source in AI Development 24:24 The Shift Towards Open Standards in AI 25:50 The Ethical Dilemmas of AI Decision-Making 26:57 The Role of Blockchain in AI Accountability 28:04 The Rapid Development and Ethical Concerns in AI 33:09 The Future of AI and Energy Consumption 36:52 The Path to Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) 46:29 The Importance of Trust and Security in AI