Artificial Intelligence (AI) is at the forefront of reshaping our daily lives and challenging societal norms, leading governments and institutions worldwide to prioritize harnessing this technology for the greater good.
One individual making a significant impact in this field is Mahmud Adeleye, an AI visionary dedicated to developing trustworthy solutions.
Adeleye, with a Master’s in Computing Science from Oxford Brookes University, focuses on creating AI assistants that individuals, non-profits, and enterprises can depend on. His work aims to ensure that AI serves as a benevolent force in society, embedding trust and reliability into the fabric of technology.
Initiatives like IDUNU, Igiwe, and now Interactif.ai showcase Adeleye’s commitment to privacy-centric AI solutions. These initiatives aim to address concerns about data privacy in AI interactions, especially with the massive amount of data supplied to AI models globally.
IDUNU, recipient of the Stellar Development Foundation’s Community Fund Award, is a platform favored by many NGOs across Nigeria. Efforts are underway to onboard numerous NGOs in other African countries, including Ghana and Kenya. The platform utilizes blockchain technology to guarantee transparency and efficiency in fund distribution, setting a new standard in charitable endeavors.
Adeleye emphasizes the importance of safeguarding Personally Identifiable Information (PII) in his creations. Igiwe, his flagship AI assistant, operates without ads, data recording, or sharing, and requires no account or login. This multilingual assistant enhances daily workflows while protecting user privacy.
Inspired by the success of IDUNU and Igiwe, Adeleye co-founded Interactif.ai, aiming to develop a privacy-focused platform for enterprises. This platform enables businesses to create AI assistants trained on their data, safeguarded by real-time PII protection.
Adeleye’s journey from founding a non-profit during a global crisis to spearheading privacy-centric innovation illustrates technology’s potential to drive positive change.
