Prof. Ami Moyal is the President of Afeka College of Engineering and an expert in automatic speech recognition, holding a Ph.D. in Electrical & Computer Engineering.
He aims to transform engineering education by implementing curriculum reforms, innovative pedagogy, and industry collaborations at Afeka.
In Israel, the AI landscape has evolved significantly, moving from specialized applications to foundational integration across sectors.
Education is being reshaped by incorporating AI-powered tools and preparing students for an AI-augmented workplace.
Collaboration between academia and industry accelerates AI innovation through talent development and research initiatives.
DeepSeek's breakthrough proves that advanced AI can be developed without large budgets, changing the competitive landscape for Israeli startups.
Israel's success in tech innovation stems from its human capital, cultural mindset, networking opportunities, and global focus.
Battlefield innovation from reservists returning to civilian life influences AI startups by emphasizing robustness and human-AI collaboration.
Israel's AI startups in cybersecurity, healthcare, and defense are poised for global impact, focusing on meaningful societal challenges.
Competencies beyond technical AI skills, such as critical thinking, communication, and ethics, are essential for professionals in an AI-powered economy.