The Lucent Perspective · 2025-03-20 · 59 min
In this episode of The Lucent Perspective , Rebecca Hastings speaks with Oliver King Smith, founder of SmartR.AI. His company specializes in transforming raw data into behavioral intelligence, with expertise spanning AI-powered decision-making, machine learning, and embedded systems. Oliver shares insights on how businesses can navigate AI investments, avoid common pitfalls, and measure ROI effectively. He also discusses how AI models are evolving in 2025 and what leaders should focus on when implementing AI solutions. Key Topics Covered How businesses should approach AI investments. The most common mistakes companies make when implementing AI. Why AI should be seen as assistive intelligence, not artificial intelligence. The risks of AI model poisoning and how to mitigate them. Why private AI models are becoming more attractive to enterprises. How organizations can measure AI success beyond ROI. The growing divide in AI adoption between the US and Europe. Episode Highlights [00:57] Oliver King Smith’s background and expertise in AI. [02:25] Why businesses struggle to measure AI ROI. [06:13] The biggest mistakes companies make when investing in AI.
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