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Jan. 30, 2025

Managing AI Risks: Jim Olsen on Governance, Compliance, and Business Strategy

“Most companies can’t answer the fundamental questions about their AI models—where they’re used, how they’re performing, and if they’re compliant. That’s where AI governance comes in.” — Jim Olsen In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet, we dive deep into AI governance, compliance, and risk management with Jim…

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Jan. 28, 2025

Breaking the Cash Flow Barrier: Malachi Halliday on Supporting Startups and Small Businesses

“Accessing funding shouldn’t be a roadblock to growth. Startups and small businesses deserve a financial ecosystem that supports their ambitions.” – Malachi Halliday In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet, Malachi Halliday, founder of HFS and a 15-year veteran of the UAE startup ecosystem, joins Mehmet to discuss…

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Jan. 26, 2025

The CTO Show With Mehmet Newsletter Issue 103

This is generated by Notebook LM as a test The Booming Tech Scene in the Middle East and North Africa: Highlights from the CTO Show In this episode, we dive into the thriving tech scene of the Middle East and North Africa (MEA). We explore the latest insights from the…

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Jan. 23, 2025

#432 The Next Big Thing in Cybersecurity: Insights from Sentra’s CTO Ron Reiter

“Data security is not just the next big thing—it’s the foundation for the future of cybersecurity.” – Ron Reiter In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet, we sit down with Ron Reiter, Co-Founder and CTO of Sentra, to explore the rapidly evolving world of cybersecurity, particularly focusing on…

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Jan. 23, 2025

The Next Big Thing in Cybersecurity: Insights from Sentra’s CTO Ron Reiter

“Data security is not just the next big thing—it’s the foundation for the future of cybersecurity.” – Ron Reiter In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet, we sit down with Ron Reiter, Co-Founder and CTO of Sentra, to explore the rapidly evolving world of cybersecurity, particularly focusing on…

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Jan. 21, 2025

#431 From Fear to Founding: Sophia Matveeva’s Journey and Lessons for Non-Tech Entrepreneurs

“Feel the fear and do it anyway.” These powerful words guide Sophia Matveeva’s mission to empower non-technical professionals in a world dominated by technology. In this episode, Sophia shares her inspiring journey from media and finance to becoming the founder of Tech for Non-Techies, a platform that equips non-tech founders…

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Jan. 21, 2025

From Fear to Founding: Sophia Matveeva’s Journey and Lessons for Non-Tech Entrepreneurs

“Feel the fear and do it anyway.” These powerful words guide Sophia Matveeva’s mission to empower non-technical professionals in a world dominated by technology. In this episode, Sophia shares her inspiring journey from media and finance to becoming the founder of Tech for Non-Techies, a platform that equips non-tech founders…

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Jan. 16, 2025

#430 The Future of Search: Vikas Sehgal on AI, Fairness, and Empowering Content Creators

“Search is evolving, but the question remains—who’s looking out for the creators of knowledge? At HyperDart, we’re putting them in the driver’s seat.” – Vikas Sehgal In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet, we dive into the world of search engines and innovation with Vikas Sehgal, a second-time…

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Jan. 16, 2025

The Future of Search: Vikas Sehgal on AI, Fairness, and Empowering Content Creators

“Search is evolving, but the question remains—who’s looking out for the creators of knowledge? At HyperDart, we’re putting them in the driver’s seat.” – Vikas Sehgal In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet, we dive into the world of search engines and innovation with Vikas Sehgal, a second-time…

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Jan. 14, 2025

#429 Unlocking MEA’s Tech Potential: Ayman Bazaraa and Bassam Sharkawy on Sprints AI

“We’re not just building skills; we’re building futures by bridging the gap between talent and global opportunities.” – Ayman Bazaraa (https://www.linkedin.com/feed/#) In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet, we sit down with Ayman Bazaraa and Bassam Sharkawy, the visionary co-founders of Sprints AI, to discuss their mission to…

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Jan. 14, 2025

Unlocking MEA’s Tech Potential: Ayman Bazaraa and Bassam Sharkawy on Sprints AI

“We’re not just building skills; we’re building futures by bridging the gap between talent and global opportunities.” – Ayman Bazaraa In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet, we sit down with Ayman Bazaraa and Bassam Sharkawy, the visionary co-founders of Sprints AI, to discuss their mission to unlock…

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Jan. 9, 2025

#428 Bridging Business Needs with Technology: Tom Altman on the Future of AI and Strategy

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet, we sit down with Tom Altman, a seasoned fractional CTO and founder of Altus, to explore the critical role of aligning technology with business strategy. Tom shares his fascinating journey from radio DJ to tech leadership and offers actionable insights on…

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Jan. 9, 2025

Bridging Business Needs with Technology: Tom Altman on the Future of AI and Strategy

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet, we sit down with Tom Altman, a seasoned fractional CTO and founder of Altus, to explore the critical role of aligning technology with business strategy. Tom shares his fascinating journey from radio DJ to tech leadership and offers actionable insights on…

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Jan. 7, 2025

#427 Universal Income in the AI Economy: Perspectives from Barbara Biro and Paul Dowding

In this thought-provoking episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet, we explore the intersection of AI, blockchain, and economic systems with Barbara Biro, an award-winning expert in digital transformation and finance, and Paul Dowding, a veteran in financial infrastructure and blockchain innovation. Together, we dive deep into the challenges of…

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Jan. 7, 2025

Universal Income in the AI Economy: Perspectives from Barbara Biro and Paul Dowding

In this thought-provoking episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet, we explore the intersection of AI, blockchain, and economic systems with Barbara Biro, an award-winning expert in digital transformation and finance, and Paul Dowding, a veteran in financial infrastructure and blockchain innovation. Together, we dive deep into the challenges of…

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Jan. 2, 2025

#426 The EV Revolution: Visionaries Shaping the Future of Transportation with Ken Boyer

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet, we dive into the transformative world of electric vehicles (EVs) with Ken Boyer, a seasoned researcher in supply chain management and author of The Electric Vehicle Revolution: Five Visionaries Leading the Charge. From Elon Musk’s Tesla to Vietnam’s VinFast, Ken sheds…

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Jan. 2, 2025

The EV Revolution: Visionaries Shaping the Future of Transportation with Ken Boyer

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet, we dive into the transformative world of electric vehicles (EVs) with Ken Boyer, a seasoned researcher in supply chain management and author of The Electric Vehicle Revolution: Five Visionaries Leading the Charge. From Elon Musk’s Tesla to Vietnam’s VinFast, Ken sheds…

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Dec. 31, 2024

#425 Transforming Fintech with AI: Hamel Kothari on Building Scalable, User-Centric Solutions

In this insightful episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet, we sit down with Hamel Kothari, the Co-Founder and CTO of Brigit, a financial wellness app empowering millions of Americans to manage cash flow and avoid overdraft fees. Hamel shares his journey, the technology behind Brigit, and how the company…

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Dec. 31, 2024

Transforming Fintech with AI: Hamel Kothari on Building Scalable, User-Centric Solutions

In this insightful episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet, we sit down with Hamel Kothari, the Co-Founder and CTO of Brigit, a financial wellness app empowering millions of Americans to manage cash flow and avoid overdraft fees. Hamel shares his journey, the technology behind Brigit, and how the company…

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Dec. 26, 2024

#424 From Algorithms to AGI: The AI Evolution with Rabeeh Abla

In this thought-provoking episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet, we sit down with Rabeeh Abla, an AI pioneer, entrepreneur, and founder of CSP Solutions. Rabeeh shares his incredible journey from teaching algorithms to building AI-driven platforms, offering insights into the evolution of artificial intelligence—from early neural networks to the…

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Dec. 26, 2024

From Algorithms to AGI: The AI Evolution with Rabeeh Abla

In this thought-provoking episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet, we sit down with Rabeeh Abla, an AI pioneer, entrepreneur, and founder of CSP Solutions. Rabeeh shares his incredible journey from teaching algorithms to building AI-driven platforms, offering insights into the evolution of artificial intelligence—from early neural networks to the…

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Dec. 24, 2024

#423 The Future of Entrepreneurship: AI, Simplicity, and Inspiration with Bart Jenezon

In this exciting episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet, we welcome back Bart Jenezon, Chief Inspirational Officer and co-founder of CASTOMAI. Bart shares his journey of creating CASTOMAI, a cutting-edge platform designed to simplify entrepreneurship through AI-powered tools. We dive into the philosophy behind the Inspiration Canvas, the challenges…

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Dec. 24, 2024

The Future of Entrepreneurship: AI, Simplicity, and Inspiration with Bart Jenezon

In this exciting episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet, we welcome back Bart Jenezon, Chief Inspirational Officer and co-founder of CASTOMAI. Bart shares his journey of creating CASTOMAI, a cutting-edge platform designed to simplify entrepreneurship through AI-powered tools. We dive into the philosophy behind the Inspiration Canvas, the challenges…

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Dec. 19, 2024

#422 Managing Developer Teams in the AI Era: A Conversation with Will Blackburn

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet, we’re joined by Will Blackburn, co-founder of DevClarity, to explore how AI is transforming the management of developer teams. From his journey as a first-time CTO to building tools specifically for engineering leaders, Will shares invaluable insights into leveraging AI for…

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