Introducing Leo: Brave’s New AI Assistant

Brian Bondy, Co-Founder and CTO of Brave, discusses the recent launch of Leo, Brave’s browser-native AI assistant. Brian discusses the benefits of having AI directly in the browser, and how Brave has actually been using AI in its tech stack for years. Key Takeaways:  Resources for learning about neural networks and machine learning What we should and shouldn’t be worried about with artificial intelligence  Brave’s commitment to continue protecting personal data and privacy as new products are released Guest Bio:  Brian Bondy Co-founded Brave Software with Brendan Eich in 2015, and now serves as the Chief Technology Officer and member of the board at Brave.  Before Brave, Brian worked at a number of innovative companies like Khan Academy, Mozilla, and Evernote. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- About this Show: The Brave Technologist is here to shed light on the opportunities and challenges of emerging tech. To make it digestible, less scary, and more approachable for all! Join us as we embark on a mission to demystify artificial intelligence, challenge the status quo, and empower everyday people to embrace the digital revolution. Whether you're a tech enthusiast, a curious mind, or an industry professional, this podcast invites you to join the conversation and explore the future of AI together. The Brave Technologist Podcast is hosted by Luke Mulks, VP Business Operations at Brave Software—makers of the privacy-respecting Brave browser and Search engine, and now powering AI everywhere with the Brave Search API. Music by: Ari Dvorin Produced by: Sam Laliberte