Listen "088 - Privacy First in AI: Mark Suman's Blueprint for Personal Tech"
Episode Synopsis
In this conversation, Mark Suman, CEO of Maple AI, discusses the intersection of Bitcoin and AI, emphasizing the importance of privacy in the AI revolution. He shares his journey from working at Apple to founding Maple AI, a platform focused on providing private AI services. The discussion covers the ethical implications of data privacy, the advantages of open-source models, and the potential for integrating Bitcoin into AI payments.
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Privacy and AI and Mark's Journey
07:07 The Intersection of Bitcoin and Privacy
10:01 Leaving Apple: The Call of Bitcoin
13:13 Maple AI: A New Approach to AI Privacy
15:51 Open Source AI vs Proprietary Models
22:12 The Dangers of Data Sharing in AI
24:58 The Future of AI and User Privacy
37:38 The Promise of Decentralized AI Solutions
42:39 Integrating Bitcoin with AI for Payments
49:06 The Future of Agentic AI and Micro Payments
55:08 Maple AI's Growth and Future Plans
References
https://trymaple.ai/https://x.com/marksuman
https://www.buildwithbitcoin.xyz/https://x.com/BuildwBitcoin
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❗ DISCLAIMER: This show is for entertainment purposes only. Before making any decisions, consult a professional.
⏤ ⏤ ⏤ ⚡ Get personalized onboarding at River for Bitcoin-only financial services: https://partner.river.com/buildwithbitcoin⏤
⏤ ⏤
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Privacy and AI and Mark's Journey
07:07 The Intersection of Bitcoin and Privacy
10:01 Leaving Apple: The Call of Bitcoin
13:13 Maple AI: A New Approach to AI Privacy
15:51 Open Source AI vs Proprietary Models
22:12 The Dangers of Data Sharing in AI
24:58 The Future of AI and User Privacy
37:38 The Promise of Decentralized AI Solutions
42:39 Integrating Bitcoin with AI for Payments
49:06 The Future of Agentic AI and Micro Payments
55:08 Maple AI's Growth and Future Plans
References
https://trymaple.ai/https://x.com/marksuman
https://www.buildwithbitcoin.xyz/https://x.com/BuildwBitcoin
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❗ DISCLAIMER: This show is for entertainment purposes only. Before making any decisions, consult a professional.
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