Episode 6: Ted Alben on AI and the Modern Workplace

Written By Rebecca Staffel

How is artificial intelligence reshaping modern workplaces and what does it mean for the security and privacy of those businesses? In this episode of Responsible AI from the AI Forum, Ted Alben discusses the implications of AI technologies like ChatGPT on business processes, cybersecurity, and the importance of human oversight in AI integration.

We explore how businesses need to prepare for new technology—and where they’re failing. As Ted notes, "ChatGPT represents this shortcut factory where you can circumnavigate your responsibility and find this amazingly quick response to challenges." He emphasizes the need for organizations to curate data effectively, ensure security, and educate users on responsible AI practices.

The conversation also touches on the challenges posed by remote work and the evolving landscape of cybersecurity threats, highlighting the critical role of human responsibility in navigating these issues.

About Ted: Ted Alben is a global IoT architect, information technology advisor, and president and CEO of Relevant IT. Career highlights include pre-2008 Olympic Games security networking initiatives for anti-terrorism and Chinese Homeland Security including emergency operations center design consultation in Beijing, anti-crime technology development for Colombian Government, and domestic security for metropolitan centers in the UK and British Isles, including Trinidad. Security information network design for six of the top ten US ports for Maritime Domain Awareness.

He is currently collaborating on a book about best practices for AI adoption in the workplace.

Ted received his BS in Computer Science and BA in English Literature from UCLA.

Rebecca Staffel
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