AI & Language Barriers: Kidus Yared on Innovation 🌐

In this powerful episode of the AGI

Podcast, host Abraham Asrat sits down with Kidus Yared, the visionary Co-founder & CEO of Hasab AI. At just 28, Kidus is at the forefront of a technological revolution in Ethiopia and beyond, building AI that understands and speaks local languages.

We dive deep into his journey from a curious software engineer to a leader, exploring how his love for history and biographies shapes his approach to technology and leadership. We tackle the big question: Can the younger generation, often stereotyped for short attention spans, be entrusted with the future leadership of a country?

In this conversation, we explore:

00:00 - The addiction to meaningful conversations

01:18 - Who is Kidus Yared? Genuine, Curious, and a "Super Nerd"?

11:00 - Building a tech company as a Gen Z

15:13 - The role of mentors and learning from history

19:01 - The #1 lesson from history: "History Repeats Itself"

23:11 - Can we depend on Gen Z for leadership?

28:55 - The story of Hasab AI: Breaking language barriers, creating opportunities

39:34 - The danger of technological "leapfrogging"

40:27 - Kidus's leadership philosophy: Communication, Prioritization, and Delivery

44:48 - How Emperor Tewodros II influences his business decisions

48:41 - The new hope for Ethiopia and Africa

52:35 - The essential virtues for a technologist: Humility and Compassion

58:04 - Why agriculture and healthcare are his passions

01:02:23 - The ambitious future plans for Hasab AI across Africa

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