The AI Weekly Talent Radar Week #45

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Key Takeaway

Netflix is reinforcing its commitment to gaming by introducing a new executive role to lead its efforts in integrating generative AI into game development, signaling a significant focus on leveraging AI technologies to enhance both game development and player experiences.

Summary

• Netflix appointed Mike Verdu as VP of Generative AI for games, expanding its focus on AI-driven game development.
• Verdu focuses on a "creator-first" strategy, with AI enhancing game development.
• AI projects like GameNGen and Oasis show promise but face technical challenges.

Key Takeaway

Broadridge has appointed David Fellah as Vice President of AI Trading Solutions, emphasizing its commitment to AI-powered innovations in trading strategies, analytics, and cost efficiency.

Summary

• Broadridge announced the appointment of David Fellah as Vice President of AI Trading Solutions.
• Fellah will be based in New York City and will report to Roger Burkhardt, the Enterprise Head of AI and Data and CTO of Capital Markets.
• Fellah has 30 years of experience in trading technology, quantitative research, and advanced analytics.

Key Takeaway

Chris Huntingford has been appointed as Director of AI Strategy at ANS, coinciding with the company's recognition as Microsoft UK Services Partner of the Year 2024.

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Key Takeaway

International Airlines Group has appointed Dr. Ben Dias as Chief AI Scientist, highlighting the critical role AI will play in enhancing operations and customer experience across its airline brands.

Summary

• Dr. Ben Dias, with two decades of experience in AI, is now IAG's Chief AI Scientist.
• He will lead AI initiatives for Aer Lingus, British Airways, Iberia, and Vueling.
• Focus areas include developing AI solutions for customer experience and operational efficiency.
• IAG has set up AI labs in London and Barcelona to foster innovation.

Key Takeaway

Ernst and Young (EY) has established the EY.ai Global AI Advisory Council to serve as a strategic partner in navigating the rapid technological advances and large-scale AI implementations within the firm.

Summary

• EY has launched the EY.ai Global AI Advisory Council as a strategic initiative.
• This council supports EY's unifying AI platform, EY.ai, initiated in September 2023.
• The council is composed of AI thought leaders who will function as a sounding board.
• Its purpose is to help EY manage the broad scope and fast-paced evolution of AI technology.
• The initiative aligns with EY's commitment to expanding AI solutions across its services.
• The council will assist in guiding the strategy for AI deployment and adaptation to market and technological shifts.

Key Takeaway

Devyani P Vaishampayan 's appointment to the NHS Supply Chain board brings valuable expertise in AI, HR, sustainability, and commercial management, promising to significantly contribute to the organization's growth and strategic objectives.

Summary

• Devyani Vaishampayan joins the NHS Supply Chain board as a non-executive director.
• She replaces Heather Benjamin, whose term soon ends.
• Vaishampayan's background includes HR, AI, sustainability, and commercial management at major organizations.
• Her leadership is expected to be critical to SCCL's growth strategy.

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