Welcome to episode 40 of AI in Action, the podcast that breaks down the hype and explores the impact that Data Science, Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence are making on our everyday lives.
Powered by Alldus International, our goal is to share with you the insights of technologists and data science enthusiasts to showcase the excellent work that is being done within AI across the world.
Today’s guest is Fionnan Alt, Head of Data Science and Analytics at CurrencyFair. CurrencyFair is among the new wave of startups taking on the banks to provide a cheaper, faster way to transfer money than going through the banks.
They do this by embracing the latest technologies to deliver great exchange rates, supported by outstanding customer service and processes that are easy to understand and use.
In this episode, Fionnan will tell you about:
How he became interested in data science
His previous experience with Web Summit
How CurrencyFair is using data science to deliver the best customer experience
Challenges the data science team face
How they make sense of all their data
Staying ahead of the competition
Where he sees the future of AI and Data Science heading in the near future
What did you make of Fionnan Alt’s podcast? Where do you see the future of Artificial Intelligence and Data Science heading in the next few years? We would love to hear your thoughts so please leave a comment below.
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