Ten AI experts we follow to stay informed
The latest on AI is constantly changing. There are so many players on the market all the way from base LLMs from OpenAI, Google, and more down to niche applications built by indie hackers to help solve your specific problems. How do you sift through it all?
We’ve compiled a list of the top ten AI influencers we follow in order to stay informed and not get left behind!
Aishwarya Srinivasan
Bio
Aishwarya currently works as a Senior AI Advisor at Microsoft for Startups. With a notable career, including at Google Cloud AI and a master's in Data Science from Columbia University, her knowledge of AI stands out from the crowd.
Why we care
She shares her valuable insights on AI strategy, ethical AI, and machine learning applications.
Where to follow
X, YouTube, LinkedIn
Logan Kilpatrick
Bio
Logan currently works as a senior product manager at Google. Along with recently having taken a master's at Harvard, he has previously worked with developer relations at OpenAI and as a machine learning engineer at Apple.
Why you should care
His content offers insights into AI advancements and its potential impact on our world.
Where to follow
X, YouTube, LinkedIn
Dr. Kirk Borne
Corporations looking at #GenAI as a productivity tool are making a mistake.
— Kirk Borne (@KirkDBorne) June 11, 2024
Research shows that about half of executives are framing #GenerativeAI solely as a productivity tool.
To move #AI from a pilot stage to production, companies need to make sure gen AI plans are aligned… pic.twitter.com/wO9KY056mp
Bio
Dr. Borne has founded the Data Leadership Group, where he offers himself both as a consultant, advisor, and speaker. He has a Ph.D. in Astronomy from Caltech, and is currently a board member at DataPrime.
Why you should care
His content blends advanced knowledge with great explanations, perfect for both professionals and enthusiasts who want to learn more about AI.
Cassidy Williams
Bio
Cassidy is the co-founder of Cosynd, a startup helping creators make legal ownership of their content easy. Alongside this, she writes the Stack Overflow newsletter, where she contributes with technical blog posts in addition to multiple advisor roles. Featured in Glamour magazine as one of the 35 Women Under 35 Who Are Changing the Tech Industry, she is one to note down - both for the present and the future.
Why you should care
By combining humor and jokes with her industry expertise, Cassidy’s content is perfect for those who prefer a lighthearted approach.
Benjamin Rogojan
Bio
Benjamin is mostly known for his work with the Seattle Data Guy, a data consultancy firm he owns and runs. He has previously worked as a data engineer for Facebook, along with numerous advisor roles. In his newsletter, he helps companies drive value with their data, while he helps new data engineers break into the space on his YouTube channel.
Why you should care
Benjamin’s content is valuable for those who want to use data to grow their business, break into AI/data science, or just learn more in general.
Where to follow
X, YouTube, LinkedIn
Ronald van Loon
Bio
Ronald is currently the CEO of the Intelligent World, a network where experts share and educate about the latest technology trends, developments, and processes shaping a digital-first business world. Along with this, he is an advisor and board member of Simplilearn, an online bootcamp for digital skills training.
Why you should care
Ronald’s expertise in community building and learning, as well as his passion for technology makes his content great for those who want to stay updated.
Where to follow
X, YouTube, LinkedIn
Dr. Andrew Ng
Bio
Professor Ng is a major player in the AI space, having founded DeepLearning.ai, Landing AI and Coursera, as well as being a general partner at AI Fund along with being an Adjunct Professor at Stanford University’s Computer Science Department. He has a Ph.D. in computer science from Berkeley, which he took after a master's in electrical engineering and computer science from MIT.
Why you should care
Andrew’s posts give an insight into his thoughts on the AI space, and are something everyone should look into.
Where to follow
Website, X, LinkedIn
Dr. Demis Hassabis
This is actually very cool and fun to try! https://t.co/wb3CGdu3xv
— Demis Hassabis (@demishassabis) June 13, 2024
Bio
Dr. Hassabis is the co-founder and CEO of Google DeepMind. He is a recognized academic, with a Ph.D. in cognitive neuroscience from UCL. His academic research has been cited over 100,000 times, while he was recently awarded a knighthood for his AI work.
Why you should care
Dr. Hassabis has an insight into AI few, if any, can match. His insights from his experience at Google DeepMind are valuable to anybody who wants to learn more about AI.
Dr. Fei-Fei Li
Bio
Professor Li has a vast experience in the AI field. Aside from being a professor of computer science at Stanford, she is part of the board of directors at both Twitter/X and AI4ALL, which she co-founded. She also had a stint at Google where she was the chief scientist and VP of AI/ML.
Why you should care
Her in-depth AI expertise allows for great posts worth checking out. Combining her expertise in academia, non-profits and larger tech companies allow for a wide understanding.
Dr. Sara Hooker
Bio
Dr. Hooker currently works for Cohere, where she is the VP of research and the head of Cohere for AI. Before joining Cohere, she worked five years as a research scientist at Google DeepMind. She has a Ph.D. in computer science from Mila.
Why you should care
Her expertise gives her posts both an academic and practical perspective on AI, allowing for a good understanding.
