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Hoy tuvimos el placer de platicar con la Dra. Elda Morales especialista en IA aplicada y profesora del TEC de Monterrey CEM y CSF. 1. Introducción 2. IA como estrategia de negocio Las empresas deben dejar de ver la IA como “herramienta de moda” y empezar a verla como parte del modelo operativo. 3. IA y finanzas “¿Cómo debe evaluar un CFO o dueño de empresa si una inversión en IA vale la pena?”“¿Qué métricas deberíamos medir: ahorro, margen, velocidad, riesgo, satisfacción del cliente?”“¿Qué errores cometen las empresas cuando invierten en IA sin una estrategia financiera?”4. Riesgos, ética y gobernanza — 8 minLa IA no solo es eficiencia; también trae riesgos: datos sensibles, sesgos, decisiones automatizadas, seguridad, cumplimiento y falta de trazabilidad. El tema de gobernanza está ganando peso porque las empresas necesitan demostrar cómo controlan el uso de IA, no solo decir que tienen políticas.5. El futuro del trabajo y liderazgo Qué perfiles serán más valiosos: líderes que entienden datos, finanzas, estrategia y tecnología. La IA ya no es solo una herramienta tecnológica; ahora es una decisión estratégica y financiera. En 2026, la conversación empresarial se está moviendo de “probar IA” a “operacionalizar IA con ROI, gobernanza y casos de uso concretos”.

In this episode, Guillermo Lagarda Cuevas, researcher at Boston University and entrepreneur shares insights on FinTech innovation, cross-border payments, the impact of AI and crypto, and the future of financial technology in Latin America and beyond. Key Topics: FinTech landscape in Latin America Impact of AI and crypto on finance Regulatory environment and innovation How Latin America's FinTech is Evolving in 2024 The Future of Cross-Border Payments with Stablecoins Main ideas explored as well: "Stable coins are risk-free to some extent." "AI can help define personalized credit scores." "Imagine owning your own AI avatar." Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Guest Background 00:51 Guillermo's Journey in FinTech and Regulatory Experience 02:04 Building a Binationals Payment Ecosystem in Mexico and US 03:53 Latin American FinTech Market Trends and Future Outlook 05:38 Types of FinTechs: Banks, Payment Networks, Orchestrators 08:24 FinTech Success Factors in Brazil and Colombia 09:57 Regulatory Frictions and Opportunities in Mexico 11:13 Market Segments in Latin America: Underbanked and Small Businesses 15:09 Crypto and Stablecoins: Speed and Adoption in Payments 18:26 Cross-Border Payments and Stablecoins Explained 21:03 Crypto Assets and Regulatory Landscape in the US 22:08 Decentralized Finance (DeFi) and Regulation 24:35 The Evolution of Crypto Assets and Market Fundamentals 27:03 The Role of AI in FinTech and Financial Services 34:21 Future AI Innovations and Personalization in Finance 35:46 Guillermo's Vision for the Next 3-5 Years 37:13 Advice for Aspiring FinTech Entrepreneurs 38:42 Current Research and Closing Remarks Resources: https://ccjacademy.org/guillermo-lagarda/https://www.nber.org/people/guillermo__lagardahttps://ideas.repec.org/f/pla788.htmlhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/guillermo-lagarda-1b18621b/Www.alioit.com

This episode features Ash Black, Director of AI and XR at the University of Arizona's College of Information Sciences, discussing his multifaceted work in artificial intelligence, extended reality, and the ambitious Biosphere 3 project. The conversation explores how AI is reshaping education, workforce development, and scientific discovery while maintaining environmental responsibility.🎯 Key Topics DiscussedAI in Education & Student AdoptionAsh emphasizes that while AI is ubiquitous on campuses, universities are still developing long-term educational strategies. The critical distinction lies in student mindset: those viewing AI as a shortcut (doing homework for them) risk becoming passive consumers, while those seeing it as a tool for exploration and creation unlock exponential capabilities. Students are experiencing anxiety due to negative media coverage about job displacement, yet AI can serve as an exceptional tutor when used intentionally with course materials and syllabi.Sovereign AI & PrivacyA significant emerging opportunity is sovereign AI—personal AI assistants running locally on devices rather than relying on centralized cloud servers. Apple's unified memory architecture enables relatively large AI models to run completely offline, offering hope for privacy-conscious users who want their data to remain personal rather than being harvested by tech giants.Biosphere 3: The Digital Twin InitiativeBiosphere 3 represents an extension of the original Biosphere 2 research facility (built 1989-1991). Rather than a physical structure, Biosphere 3 is a high-fidelity digital twin combining:Virtual reality scanning of architecture, machinery, plants, water, and growing systemsAI agents with real-time sensor integrationAn "ecology of intelligences" architecture with specialized AI minds for different biomes (rainforest, ocean)Autonomous scientific discovery capabilities to accelerate hypothesis testingThe goal is to create a system that can "talk to" natural ecosystems—essentially making the wisdom of Earth's biosphere accessible through AI conversation, similar to how ChatGPT provides access to humanity's collective knowledge.🧠 Philosophical PerspectivesAsh frames AI as a "SAT test of the human soul"—a wake-up call revealing whether humanity is ready for the next evolutionary stage. Rather than viewing AI as doom or salvation, he sees it as a mirror reflecting human character and values. He also connects this moment to spiritual and indigenous traditions worldwide, which have long spoken of evolutionary transitions and revelations.The conversation touches on human evolution, suggesting that tool-use and language development may have been catalyzed by early humans' encounters with psychoactive substances, leading to social bonding and collective intelligence formation.

Hello TechCastero family! Today we had as a guest the Chief Wrecker..Joey Princz CEO of WreckingBall (getwrecked.com), a company that evolved from a design agency working with CMOs at global brands to a full-service digital design and innovation company that handles strategy, design, engineering, data analytics, and content creation. We talked about the amazing stuff they are doing with AI and Design/Branding/Marketing and where we see AI is taking us in this space and also in Engineering. https://www.instagram.com/wreckingballmedia https://www.linkedin.com/company/wrecking-ball-agency https://www.behance.net/getwrecked https://vimeo.com/getwrecked Some of the stuff we talked about: - Creative teams can now generate production-ready content in hours rather than weeks - Wrecking Ball is currently pursuing three different AI tracks including agentic and super agents for client workflows, AI for data analysis with natural language search capabilities, and GenAI tools for content creation. - AI has dramatically reduced production costs and timelines - Tips and tools for organizations wanting to adopt AI for brand marketing. Check out the episode and let us know what you think!! Host: Alfonso Bonillas www.alioit.com

AI Innovation in Dubai Hub Alfonso and Lorgio discussed their mutual interest in AI and innovation, recalling their meeting at an AI conference in Dubai. Lorgio introduced his company, BrainCoders, highlighting its focus on AI and its unique advantage of high-quality engineering talent from Latin America, with headquarters in Dubai. They shared their experiences and reasons for choosing Dubai as a hub for innovation and business growth, emphasizing its potential for future developments in AI. AI Workflow Automation for Startups Lorgio discussed his company's focus on developing AI-powered workflow automation systems to help startups in the UAE grow efficiently. He explained that his company, which he founded after working as a CTO in various startups, specializes in custom software development and integrations, with a particular emphasis on implementing agent ecosystems for business process optimization. Alfonso noted the significant AI investment in the UAE, mentioning Microsoft's commitment of $15.2 billion by 2029 for cloud infrastructure and AI models, which makes the region an attractive market for technology solutions. Entrepreneurial Vision and Leadership Lorgio discussed his decision to start his own company based on his unique values and passion for leadership, emphasizing the opportunity to create a company aligned with his vision and strategy. Alfonso acknowledged his own desire to do things better and agreed that entrepreneurs often pursue their dreams and visions. Alfonso also mentioned his experience as a first-time speaker at a function. AI's Role in Software Development Alfonso and Lorgio discussed the future of software development in the context of AI advancements. Lorgio predicted that the next five years would focus on agent workflows and building AI systems to perform tasks autonomously, rather than static applications. They agreed that AI is a valuable tool that complements human developers, rather than replacing them. Lorgio identified a potential challenge in integrating AI with blockchain technology, as both fields are rapidly evolving. Blockchain and AI Partnership Strategies Alfonso and Lorgio discussed the intersection of blockchain and AI, noting that while blockchain has been developing for 2-3 years, AI has recently gained more attention and presents opportunities to help blockchain scale. Lorgio emphasized the importance of not pursuing AI alone and recommended companies to work with deep learning engineers and strategically implement AI. They highlighted their partnership between BrainCoders and Alio, which combines Alio's enterprise engineering experience with BrainCoders' AI capabilities to help companies modernize and safely adopt AI. Brain Quoters' Global Expansion Plans Alfonso and Lorgio discussed Brain Quoters' future, with Lorgio envisioning the company as a technology intervention hub enabling various solutions worldwide. They also talked about upcoming events, including Web Summit in Rio and CES in Las Vegas, with Lorgio confirming their participation in both. Alfonso expressed interest in speaking at more conferences, mentioning he had applied to be a speaker at the STEP conference in Dubai.

Met with Siri de Ruiter today!! A Data Analyst and AI expert providing services to Non Profit Organizations to help them uncover and better use AI as a tool. Outline of our talk: Introduction Segment 1: Humanitarian Aid Use Cases 1. Current Challenges in Humanitarian Aid** 2. How AI Can Help** Segment 2: Climate Oversight 1. Challenges in Climate Oversight 2. AI-Powered Solutions Segment 3: Ethical Considerations and Challenges 1. Ethical Dilemmas 2. Steps to Mitigate Risks Other items discussed: Brief introduction of the podcast and the host(s). Mention relevance of AI in today's world. Importance of nonprofits in tackling global challenges. How technology, especially AI, can transform the nonprofit sector. Monitoring global emissions and deforestation. Predicting and preparing for extreme weather events. Engaging stakeholders in proactive environmental action. Predictive Models: Analyzing data to predict climate-related risks. Eco-Optimization: Helping organizations minimize environmental footprints through AI-driven insights. Citizen Engagement: AI-powered apps and platforms to raise awareness and encourage sustainable practices. Privacy concerns with data collection. Bias in AI algorithms and its impact on underserved communities. Risk of AI being used for harm (e.g., surveillance misuse). Transparency in AI models. Inclusive data representation. Collaboration with local communities to ensure ethical application. Feel free to reach out for AI / Data Analytics queries with Siri here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/siri-de-ruiter/https://www.linkedin.com/in/siri-de-ruiter/ Also reach out to us for help in your technical projects! Alioit.com Thank you,

Hello! Thank you for tuning in to another insightful podcast episode where this time we spoke about FinOps (Finance and Operations) with Ernesto Ruy Sanchez who has co-authored a book on this topic (you can find ⁠here⁠) We spoke about how you can apply FinOps strategies by considering the different pricing structures, cost components, tagging and other criteria to help optimize your cloud servicing costs. We also discussed the impact of AI on FinOps. Please listen and let us know in the comments what you though about the contents discussed: 1. Understanding Cost Structures 2. Key Cost Optimization Strategies 3. Resource Management and Monitoring 4. AI and FinOps Please click here and download an AWS FinOps Checklist for you! Please reach out if you are interested in FinOps and are looking for help developing a strategy and executing best FinOps practices! ⁠Www.alioit.com⁠

Hello! Welcome again ! Today we had a conversation with Aaron Arvizu a cybersecurity consulting professional and member of the Consejo de Seguridad de la Información y Ciberseguridad, A.C. which is the Information Security and Cybersecurity Council in Mexico. He also has his own podcast/youtube channel where you can watch him discuss the most recent Cybersecurity related topics: https://www.youtube.com/@laleydemurphee Tune in and listen to some important things if you own or Direct a company and are interested in Cybersecurity: I. Brief Overview of the Importance of Cybersecurity II. Understanding Cyber Threats III. The Human Element: Cybersecurity Awareness IV. The Role of Technology in Cybersecurity V. Cybersecurity in Practice: Best Practices and Strategies VI. Cybersecurity Challenges and Future Trends We hope you enjoy this episode. www.alioit.com Thank you!

Introduction: Our guest today is Rudy Brathwaite Senior Product Owner at a top notch Health Sciences University and Entrepreneur in the Logistics industry, he will share very valuable insight on the journey of becoming a succesful entrepreneur. Segment 1: The Spark of Inspiration Discuss the initial spark that ignites the entrepreneurial journey.Share stories of how entrepreneurs discover their passion or identify market gaps.Highlight the importance of creativity and problem-solving in entrepreneurship. Segment 2: From Idea to Action Explore the process of moving from idea generation to action.Discuss the significance of market research, feasibility studies, and validation.Share strategies for overcoming doubts and fears in the early stages. Segment 3: Navigating Challenges Address common challenges faced by entrepreneurs, such as funding, competition, and failure.Share stories of resilience and perseverance in the face of setbacks.Provide tips for managing stress and staying motivated during difficult times. Segment 4: Building a Support Network Discuss the importance of building a strong support network of mentors, advisors, and peers.Share advice for networking effectively and seeking guidance.Highlight the benefits of collaboration and partnerships in entrepreneurship.Segment 5: Scaling and Growth Explore strategies for scaling a business and achieving sustainable growth.Discuss the role of innovation, adaptability, and strategic planning.Share success stories of entrepreneurs who have scaled their ventures successfully. Conclusion: Summarize key takeaways from the episode.Encourage listeners to embrace the entrepreneurial journey with courage and determination. Stay up to date with your innovations, we can help! www.alioit.com

Hola, Bienvenidos! Este podcast que hicimos fue enfocado a los temas relacionados con Fintech y su evolucion en Mexico y LatAm. Conectense para saber mas sobre: Ley FinTech Modelos innovadores de servicios financieros Estadisticas de Mexico de Adopcion Inteligencia Artificial para Fintech Blockchain y Fintech Disclaimer.. opiniones son personales basadas en la experiencia colectiva de los participantes. Gracias! www.alioit.com

Guest Isaac de Leon Bio: Lawyer with over a decade of expertise in the energy sector, working in both national and private energy industries contributing significantly to the development of energy infrastructure in the Gulf of Mexico. He has a background in negotiations of joint ventures, EPC agreements, service contracts and licence agreements. EPC standing for engineering procurement and construction Currently he is working as a sustainability lawyer counseling corporates and banks on CSRD and CS3D readiness, advised on the applicability of world energy directives and Delegate acts to the transition and import of renewable fuels of non-biological origin such as hydrogen and ammonia, among others. Isaac is also passionate about exploring innovative solutions for the energy sector. He is pursuing a masters degree in Blockchain and Digital Currency and we would like to talk to him more about what he has found or what he thinks is the relation and applicability of blockchain with the energy sectors with which he has so much experience with already. Tune in to listen and understand how Blockchain can benefit the energy transition and sustainable development sectors. Enjoy and Thank you! www.alioit.com

Hello, its been a while! Sorry ! We are back! And we had an Amazing guest *as usual: Umar is The Founder of The Accountant Quits, a platform to help accountants understand the impact of blockchain in accounting.  On The Accountant Quits, he interviews Founders on the emerging crypto accounting tools and Thought Leaders to better understand the accounting treatment of cryptocurrencies.  He’s spoken to more than 50 companies such as Request Finance, Bitwave, Consensys, Bankless Consulting and right now Umar is about to launch The Crypto Accounting Academy, a cohort course to help you better understand how to run a business using crypto.  Umar is also the Co-Founder of the Web3CFO Club, a community of more than 650 CFOs helping share best practices around web3 financial operations, with CFOs from the likes of Aave, The Graph, Messari, Ledger , Solana Foundation and many more.

Welcome to another episode! Techcasters here, talking about AI today with special guest Curtis Elswick CTO of Excelient. We have seen new AI tools come to light such as ChatGPT, Bard, OpenAI and we want to discuss how this is changing our world compared to other major technological advancements. We talked about AI in general, the power and the dangers potentially related to its implementation. The speed of growth of AI tools compared to other industrial or technological advancements, impact in Global GDP, jobs, etc. Also talked about how in Telecom AI could help fortify networks, reduce costs and predict behaviours to make decisions at discrete levels. The role of AI in the software industry and its impact was also discussed.. Stay tuned, we appreciate you! www.excelient.com

Hello! Welcome back, its good to have you here,, today we spoke to Antonia Talarico VP of Operations at Centric Mining Systems. We talked about her role at Centric, the amazing job they are doing helping mining companies bridge gaps between what goes on in the operations of mines in their natural complexity and the information produced to monitor and drive efficiencies for these mining operations. We also discussed: What are the 3 or 4 main problems you are solving as Centric Mining Systems? What are some of the challenges related to kicking off Centric at remote mine sites? What challenges are you looking to solve today and in the near future? Thank you and please stay tuned for the next episode! https://centricminingsystems.com/ https://www.alioit.com/

Bienvenidos al podcast TechCasteros, un podcast de desarrolladores con pasión y colaborando para el resto ded mundo.  Esta vez cambiamos un poco el formto, permitan explicar Mi nombre es Fabián Valenzuela Soy ingeniero en sistemas de información y sere su Host el día de hoy. El formato es básicamente una conversación casual alrededor de un tópico específico y esta permitido ramificar y desviarse de la conversacióny la función de su host, osease yo es de regresar la conversación al topico inicial (Desarrollando en blockchain). www.alioit.com