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== Career ==
== Career ==
Amir Banifatemi began his career as a design engineer with the European Space Agency (ESA) and Airbus, where he developed medical devices for space missions. He then held various leadership positions in technology and innovation, including roles at the Greater Paris University Hospitals (AP-HP) and Electromed International.<ref name=MIT>"Amir Banifatemi". MIT Solve. Retrieved 2024-08-04. [https://solve.mit.edu/users/amir-banifatemi]</ref>
Amir Banifatemi began his career as a design engineer with the European Space Agency (ESA) and Airbus, where he developed medical devices for space missions. He then held various leadership positions in technology and innovation, including roles at the Greater Paris University Hospitals (AP-HP) and Electromed International.<ref name=MIT>"Amir Banifatemi". MIT Solve. Retrieved 2024-08-04. [https://solve.mit.edu/users/amir-banifatemi]</ref>
At [[XPRIZE]], Banifatemi served as the Chief Innovation and Growth Officer, where he was responsible for identifying breakthrough ideas and designing incentive competitions. His work involved managing challenges across AI, robotics, and health, all aimed at solving global problems and accelerating innovations that could impact humanity's future. He played a crucial role in launching several high-profile prize competitions, including the AI for Good XPRIZE, the COVID Response Challenge, and the Avatar XPRIZE.<ref name=XPRIZE>"AI & Data For Good". XPRIZE. Retrieved 2024-08-08. [https://www.xprize.org/challenge/pandemicresponse]</ref><ref name=Gov>"AI Governance Alliance". AI Governance Alliance. Retrieved 2024-08-08. [https://www.aigovalliance.org]</ref>
At [[XPRIZE]], Banifatemi served as the Chief Innovation and Growth Officer, where he was responsible for identifying breakthrough ideas and designing incentive competitions. His work involved managing challenges across AI, robotics, and health, all aimed at solving global problems and accelerating innovations that could impact humanity's future. He played a crucial role in launching several high-profile prize competitions, including the AI for Good XPRIZE, the COVID Response Challenge, and the Avatar XPRIZE.<ref name=XPRIZE>"AI & Data For Good". XPRIZE. Retrieved 2024-08-08. [https://www.wired.com/sponsored/story/inside-the-dollar5-million-competition-defining-the-future-of-artificial-intelligence/]</ref><ref name=Gov>"AI Governance Alliance". AI Governance Alliance. Retrieved 2024-08-08. [https://www.aigovalliance.org]</ref>
Prior to joining XPRIZE, Banifatemi founded several startups and worked in various capacities, focusing on [[artificial intelligence]], [[machine learning]], and advanced [[data analytics]]. His investment journey led him to form venture funds like K5 Ventures, emphasizing deep technology and societal impact, prioritizing companies that address human and societal challenges.<ref name=OCED>"Amir Banifatemi". OECD AI Policy Observatory. Retrieved 2024-08-04. [https://oecd.ai/en/community/amir-banifatemi]</ref>
Prior to joining XPRIZE, Banifatemi founded several startups and worked in various capacities, focusing on [[artificial intelligence]], [[machine learning]], and advanced [[data analytics]]. His investment journey led him to form venture funds like K5 Ventures, emphasizing deep technology and societal impact, prioritizing companies that address human and societal challenges.<ref name=OCED>"Amir Banifatemi". OECD AI Policy Observatory. Retrieved 2024-08-04. [https://oecd.ai/en/community/amir-banifatemi]</ref>
Banifatemi was also involved in creating the gathering that led to the Presidio Recommendation on [[Generative AI]], followed by the Presidio Safe AI framework, which eventually led to the formation of the AI Governance Alliance. He continues to play a significant role in discussions on AI ethics and responsible innovation, co-chairing responsible AI efforts at the Global Partnership on AI (GPAI) and contributing to AI policy development with the [[OECD]].<ref name=Gov /><ref name=OCED />
Banifatemi was also involved in creating the gathering that led to the Presidio Recommendation on [[Generative AI]], followed by the Presidio Safe AI framework, which eventually led to the formation of the AI Governance Alliance. He continues to play a significant role in discussions on AI ethics and responsible innovation, co-chairing responsible AI efforts at the Global Partnership on AI (GPAI) and contributing to AI policy development with the [[OECD]].<ref name=Gov /><ref name=OCED />

Revision as of 04:13, 5 September 2024

Amir Banifatemi
Alma materUniversity of Paris-Sud, Université of Technology of Compiègne, Université Paris Descartes, HEC Paris
Occupation(s)Technology Executive, Entrepreneur, Investor
Known forAI, Innovation, Deep Technology

Amir Banifatemi, PhD, is a recognized technology and innovation strategist, entrepreneur, and investor known for his work in artificial intelligence, deep technology, and impact-driven initiatives. He has extensive experience in developing and promoting advanced technologies to solve complex problems and improve human potential.

Early Life and Education

Amir Banifatemi studied Physics at the University of Paris-Sud and later earned a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering from the Université of Technology of Compiègne in 1986. He pursued doctoral research at Université Paris Descartes in information systems and automated decision making, completing his PhD in 1990. Additionally, he earned an MBA from HEC Paris, one of Europe's leading business schools, in 1994.[1]

Career

Amir Banifatemi began his career as a design engineer with the European Space Agency (ESA) and Airbus, where he developed medical devices for space missions. He then held various leadership positions in technology and innovation, including roles at the Greater Paris University Hospitals (AP-HP) and Electromed International.[1] At XPRIZE, Banifatemi served as the Chief Innovation and Growth Officer, where he was responsible for identifying breakthrough ideas and designing incentive competitions. His work involved managing challenges across AI, robotics, and health, all aimed at solving global problems and accelerating innovations that could impact humanity's future. He played a crucial role in launching several high-profile prize competitions, including the AI for Good XPRIZE, the COVID Response Challenge, and the Avatar XPRIZE.[2][3] Prior to joining XPRIZE, Banifatemi founded several startups and worked in various capacities, focusing on artificial intelligence, machine learning, and advanced data analytics. His investment journey led him to form venture funds like K5 Ventures, emphasizing deep technology and societal impact, prioritizing companies that address human and societal challenges.[4] Banifatemi was also involved in creating the gathering that led to the Presidio Recommendation on Generative AI, followed by the Presidio Safe AI framework, which eventually led to the formation of the AI Governance Alliance. He continues to play a significant role in discussions on AI ethics and responsible innovation, co-chairing responsible AI efforts at the Global Partnership on AI (GPAI) and contributing to AI policy development with the OECD.[3][4]

References

  1. ^ a b "Amir Banifatemi". MIT Solve. Retrieved 2024-08-04. [1]
  2. ^ "AI & Data For Good". XPRIZE. Retrieved 2024-08-08. [2]
  3. ^ a b "AI Governance Alliance". AI Governance Alliance. Retrieved 2024-08-08. [3]
  4. ^ a b "Amir Banifatemi". OECD AI Policy Observatory. Retrieved 2024-08-04. [4]