What We Covered This weekend’s #WxAISocialSaturday was hosted by Abi Odedeyi , an AI automation strategist and educator, who supports small and medium businesses in rolling out no-code AI solutions. Abi sparked a conversation that invited everyone to share their “AI origin moment,” upcoming events to attend, and one big skill to level up before 2026. About the Host Abi Odedeyi, founder of Blooms Consult and CodeFreeIQ , is known for making AI hands-on, practical, and people-centered. She has taught hundreds of professionals how to integrate AI workflows to save time, reduce costs, and build customer trust — all without requiring a technical background. WxAI Community AI Origin Story Highlights Participants shared incredible personal stories and reflections: “Five days after ChatGPT came out, I dropped everything to try it — I’ve been hooked ever since!”  — Ary Aranguiz “Back in 2021, I used an AI tool to help moderate toxic behavior in a gaming community. It was amazing to see it come to life and reduce negativity online.”  — Reut Lazo “My journey began when a Gen Z employee insisted I give ChatGPT a try in early 2023. I thought it was too technical at first, but now I’m exploring ways to automate workflows with it.”  — Summer Poletti Abi herself shared: “As a non-techie, I was inspired the moment I realized I could build my own AI product and automate my work — that’s what pulled me in.”  — Abi Odedeyi Upcoming AI Events Several incredible AI events came up during this week’s conversation — if you’re looking to network, learn, or build confidence, here’s where to head next: Funded Female Founders SF   (hosted by Mabel Chan & James Gee) A powerful networking event supporting women entrepreneurs, including AI founders. Register here . CREATE Conference 2025 A multi-track event designed for women leaders and technologists to learn, connect, and showcase groundbreaking AI work. More details . Heather Murray’s Women of AI Workshop   (July 17) A hands-on session exploring people-centered AI adoption and communication strategies. Event link AI Women’s Brunch, San Francisco (July 13, 9–11am) An informal brunch hosted by Abi Odedeyi as part of a two-day AI summit featuring speakers from OpenAI, Stanford, NVIDIA, and more. DM Abi on LinkedIn for invites. Ai4 Conference in Las Vegas (August 2025) Featuring voices like Fei-Fei Li, Geoffrey Hinton, and Andrew Yang, this is a major gathering for applied AI leaders. Learn more AI Upskilling Goals The community named bold skills they’re excited to master by 2026: Learning Model Context Protocol (MCP) for building rich-context AI apps Creating custom AI agents Mastering Microsoft Power Automate Upskilling in AI video tools Developing code-writing assistants to streamline software development Learning Resources Here are some of the tools and links shared during the discussion: DeepLearning.AI ’s MCP course : Build Rich-Context AI Apps WOMEN x AI blog : Beginner’s Guide to AI Video Prompting If you’d like even more resources, check out WOMEN x AI’s growing knowledge hub here on the womenxai.com/blog . Why It Matters This weekend showed how powerful it is to share your voice, grow skills together, and build inclusive AI. Women in the #WxAI community are proving that technical or not, everyone can shape the future of AI — and lift up others in the process. It’s inspiring to see #WxAISocialSaturday continue to fuel confidence, knowledge, and collaboration. Whether you’re launching your AI journey or doubling down on advanced skills, you belong here. Join us for the next #WxAISocialSaturday — bring your stories, your questions, and your dreams for AI!

What is #WxAISocialSaturday? Every Saturday, the Women x AI community gathers online for an asynchronous conversation on LinkedIn. Through three curated questions—one personal and two AI-focused—we share ideas, expand our knowledge, and build powerful connections across the globe. It’s part AI salon, part Q&A, and all about shared growth. Hosted by a rotating member of our community, this weekly ritual is a space for reflection, inspiration, and inclusion. Who Joins WOMEN x AI Social Saturday? Hundreds of women and allies from across the globe. We see AI leaders from Silicon Valley to London, Miami to Vancouver, New York to Bangalore, Chicago to Accra routinely join the conversation. From engineers to educators, founders to futurists, this conversation invites anyone passionate about the future of AI and the voices shaping it. Where & When? The discussion takes place in the comments section of the Women x AI LinkedIn post, beginning Saturdays at 7:30am PT and continuing throughout the day. Created by Adobe Firefly Our founders grab a coffee and hop on to connect with the community and to support who ever is hosting. Whether you drop in morning, noon, or night, there’s community members engage with. That's the benefit of having such a global reach. Why Does it Matter? Learning AI in isolation isn’t sustainable—or inspiring. #WxAISocialSaturday is designed for you to share your voice, explore ideas in community, and see how women around the world are leveraging AI to lead, question, build, and dream. About the Hosts Each week, a new voice from our community leads the conversation. Hosts share three questions (one personal and two AI related) that reflect their work, values, and unique perspectives. Past hosts include community members like: Jedidah Karanja , a product marketing leader empowering diverse communities in AI. 💬 “What advice would you give to AI policymakers across the globe?” Holly Uber , a tech innovator using AI to improve healthcare. 💬 “How do you see AI helping women advance in their careers or businesses?” Imen Maaroufi Clark , founder of Prickly Pear Health and champion of human-centered, hormone-aware AI. 💬 “How do you see AI supporting personalized health approaches for women?” N. Liberty White , founder of She Learns AI and advocate for AI education access. 💬 “What’s one AI skill or tool you’d love to learn more about?” Candace P. Jones , AI strategist and executive coach for Black women in tech. 💬 “What’s the most creative way you’ve used AI for FUN?” These prompts lead to vulnerable storytelling, playful creativity, and powerful knowledge-sharing. As Jenny Kay Pollock once said: “Honestly, #WxAISocialSaturday is my secret weapon for staying up to date with AI!” Want to Guest Host? We’re always looking for new voices to lead #WxAISocialSaturday! If you’re passionate about AI and want to connect meaningfully with others, this is your moment. Hosting is simple—you create three questions and hold space in the comments. We’ll support you every step of the way. 📩 Reach out to the Women x AI team to let us know you're interested. Email jenny@womenxai.com  to get on the schedule. Let’s Build in the AI Era Together Whether you’re just starting in AI or scaling a frontier tech company, #WxAISocialSaturday is for you. Add your voice, learn from others, and be part of a movement that’s making AI more accessible—together. 👉 See you this Saturday on the WOMEN x AI LinkedIn . Join the conversation and share your voice! Join us next weekend for #WxAISocialSaturday. Comment, share, and bring a friend!

What’s Powering Your AI Practice? This #WxAISocialSaturday invited the Women x AI community to respond to three energizing prompts: 📸 Show us your day  — A no-pressure peek into your Saturday routine 🛠 What’s in your AI productivity stack?  — Tools that help you learn, build, or ideate 🔭 What’s one emerging AI trend you're watching?  — From agents to interfaces to policy shifts These questions unlocked global insights into how women are building intentional, empowered AI careers—while also sharing dog walks, birthdays, and joy in between. Meet the Host: Jedidah Karanja Jedidah Karanja brings deep knowledge in AI product marketing, a passion for education, and a global perspective to her work. As a Women x AI community leader and non-profit board advisor, she’s committed to closing gender gaps in STEM, especially for girls in underserved regions. With a background in both corporate and mission-driven spaces, Jedidah brings clarity, humor, and sharp strategy to every conversation. Her Saturday session delivered just that—bridging tech insight with human connection. The Takeaways: What Women in AI Are Thinking About Right Now 1. AI Agents vs. Automations – Defining What We’re Building One of the session’s most thoughtful threads was the difference between an AI agent  and an automated workflow . Jedidah broke it down clearly: “An AI agent has an LLM at the core of it... it leverages tools (automations) to complete tasks it's assigned.”– Jedidah Karanja This distinction matters more than ever as AI continues to be embedded in platforms from customer support to knowledge management. Understanding the difference impacts how we build, evaluate, and trust AI. Community members discussed agent limitations, such as hallucinations and the need for better reasoning skills, as well as the power of hybrid models that blend autonomy with human oversight. 2. Real Productivity Stacks – Tools That Actually Work The conversation flowed into real talk on AI productivity stacks. Here’s what women are actually using: “I use ChatGPT to brainstorm and refine marketing content, but Perplexity is better for pinpoint research.”– Dhivya Vijayakumar “Gemini helps me power through internal docs and emails—frees up time for strategic work.” - Shreya Kothaneth Others mentioned Claude for long-form summarization, Notion AI for organizing ideas, and GPT-based dashboards for internal documentation. The underlying message: AI tools aren’t one-size-fits-all. The most effective stack is one that complements your workflow and enhances—not replaces—your creativity. Want more battle tested AI tools? Check out the WxAI AI Titans Tools Council's most recent report . 3. Personal Vibes: Global Moments, Real Life From Nairobi to San Francisco to Bangalore, women shared snapshots of their lives. These glimpses remind us that behind every AI paper, prototype, or policy doc is a person. All with a strong desire to grow and learn AI in community. 4. Emerging Trends Women Are Tracking The range of trends on everyone’s radar was impressive—and intentional: AI agents and autonomy  — What tasks can be handed off? Where is human input essential? Multimodal AI  — How will image, audio, and video inputs reshape interfaces? AI policy and governance  — How are global conversations shaping rights, transparency, and trust? Agentic design thinking  – reframing how users collaborate with intelligent tools Invisible interfaces  – designing AI that disappears into the background but improves outcomes Sustainable AI infrastructure  – reducing energy demands of large models This diversity of focus highlights the multidimensional way women in the community approach AI—not just from a technical lens, but through ethics, accessibility, and real-world use cases. Why #WxAISocialSaturday Matters This isn’t just a social check-in. It’s a living archive of how women in AI are learning, teaching, and leading. Each week adds another layer of mentorship, vulnerability, and brilliance. For More from Jedidah Check out her recent appearance on Revenue Remix with Summer Poletti : Want to Join the Next Conversation? You’re invited! Every Saturday, we gather online to share, learn, and lift one another up. Whether you're new to AI or a seasoned builder, there’s space for your story. 📣 Join us every #WxAISocialSaturday for a conversation hosted by a community member. Learn more about how to participate in WxAI Social Saturday.

We’re excited to present Fleur Prince, Communtiy Manager AI & Data Science for the Dutch National Police,  and founder of AI Insights Podcast as this week’s AI Spotlight.  Let’s dive into our interview with Fleur  and see how she is using AI. 1. Share your AI origin story My AI journey began with a fascination for technology’s role in shaping society. With a background in international communication, I initially explored AI’s potential in marketing and community engagement. A pivotal moment came when I co-hosted AI Insights, where I deep-dived into AI trends and ethics. Moderating panels and organizing tech events solidified my mission: bridging the gap between AI and the public. I advocate for responsible AI adoption, ensuring accessibility for all. Now, I champion AI for good, fostering collaboration between tech experts, entrepreneurs, and changemakers to drive meaningful innovation. 2. What three AI tools have been most game changing for you?  1. Hootsuite: This social media management platform leverages AI to streamline content creation, scheduling, and audience engagement across multiple channels. Its AI assistant, Copilot, aids in crafting effective social media strategies, enhancing our online presence.   2. Synerise: An AI-driven business intelligence ecosystem, Synerise analyzes consumer behavior in real-time, enabling personalized marketing campaigns and efficient customer relationship management. Its robust data processing capabilities have significantly improved our decision-making processes.   3. HubSpot’s Content Hub: This AI-powered content marketing platform assists in creating, personalizing, and distributing content across various channels. Its integration with HubSpot’s CRM allows for tailored content experiences based on customer data, optimizing our content strategy and enhancing marketing efficiency.   3. If you were just starting your AI journey today where would you start?  1. Foundational Learning: Begin with accessible courses that introduce AI concepts without requiring extensive technical backgrounds. The “Elements of AI” course, developed by the University of Helsinki and MinnaLearn, offers a comprehensive introduction to AI fundamentals.  2. Programming Skills: Acquire proficiency in programming languages commonly used in AI, such as Python. Platforms like Coursera and edX offer beginner-friendly courses in Python programming, which is essential for implementing AI algorithms. 3. Specialized Courses: Once you have a grasp of the basics, delve deeper into specific AI domains. DeepLearning.AI , founded by Andrew Ng, provides specialized courses in machine learning and deep learning, catering to various expertise levels.   4. Hands-on Projects: Apply your knowledge through practical projects. Utilizing platforms like Kaggle allows you to work on real-world datasets, participate in competitions, and collaborate with a community of AI enthusiasts. 5. Stay Updated: AI is a rapidly evolving field. Regularly read reputable AI journals, follow influential AI researchers, and participate in relevant forums to keep abreast of the latest developments. 6. Ethical Considerations: Understand the ethical implications of AI. Engaging with literature that critically examines AI’s societal impact, such as “AI Snake Oil” by Arvind Narayanan and Sayash Kapoor, can provide valuable insights.   4. Share the spotlight: Name 3+ women leading in AI we should all follow.  1. Joy Buolamwini: A computer scientist and digital activist, Buolamwini founded the Algorithmic Justice League to combat bias in AI systems. Her research has illuminated disparities in facial recognition technologies, emphasizing the need for ethical AI development. 2. Joëlle Pineau: As the global Vice President of Meta AI (formerly Facebook AI Research) and an Associate Professor at McGill University, Pineau specializes in machine learning and robotics. Her work includes developing algorithms for complex domains and advocating for reproducible AI research.   3. Fei-Fei Li: A renowned computer scientist, Li co-created ImageNet, a pivotal dataset in visual object recognition research. As a professor at Stanford University, she continues to influence AI through her research and advocacy for diversity in technology. 5. As a woman in AI, what do you want our allies to know?  As a woman in AI, I value the support of allies in fostering an inclusive and equitable environment. Here are key insights for allies: 1. Acknowledge Historical Contributions: Recognize the pivotal roles women have played in technology’s evolution. Figures like Ada Lovelace, Grace Hopper, and Radia Perlman have significantly shaped the field.   2. Implement Micro-Feminism: Engage in daily supportive actions, such as highlighting women’s contributions in meetings, using inclusive language, and advocating for equitable pay and work-life balance. These “micro-feminist” acts create a more inclusive workplace.   3. Support Initiatives Promoting Diversity: Encourage participation in programs like the Women in Data Science (WiDS) Initiative, which aims to achieve 30% representation for women in data science by 2030.   4. Champion Ethical AI Practices: Support efforts to address biases in AI systems. Advocates like Joy Buolamwini have highlighted the need for equitable AI development.   5. Mentorship and Representation: Engage in mentorship programs and promote visible role models. Leaders like Grace Yee emphasize the importance of support systems and authentic career paths for women’s advancement in tech.   Want to learn more from Fleur Prince about GenZ and AI? Check out her insights during her guest appearance on Revenue Remix with Summer Poletti : Want to be the next in AI Spotlight? It’s a great opportunity to share your voice with our community! Fill out the WxAI AI Spotlight Nomination Form  for your chance to step into the AI Spotlight and to share your voice with the Women And AI community.

We’re excited to present Anke Hao, AI Engineer at PwC as this week’s AI Spotlight.  Let’s dive into our interview with Anke and see how she is using AI. 1. Share your AI origin story I first came into contact with genAI through the GPT-3 Curie model in 2021, before any foundation models were widely known to the public. My professor had introduced us to AI Dungeon , an 'infinitely generated text adventure game', because she wanted to show us what was possible beyond classical ML. As a hobbyist writer, I was immediately hooked--I used AI Dungeon both to play 'choose your own adventure' games, and to write stories hand in hand with the AI through its freeform feature. Although the early GPT models were way more prone to repetition or random hallucinations than current models, I was still amazed at how little it took for it to spin up a story or build in a surprising twist to my initial plot. My experience with these early GPT models also spurred me to take the AI/ML specialization for my CS degree, and that was right around the initial ChatGPT launch. From there, I dove into working with and then eventually building genAI use cases. Although several use cases have solidified as key wins for genAI--including the one I'm involved in the most, accelerating the software development lifecycle--I am still drawn to that initial use case I saw, where whole worlds and character interactions were created dynamically through user input. 2. What AI tools have been most game changing for you?  Gemini Live Kaggle Claude 3. If you were just starting your AI journey today where would you start?  I’d start with curiosity, not code. AI can feel overwhelming with all the new models, languages, and tools. But the best way to start is by going to events in your area or following key newsletters, soaking up information, and asking any foundational questions that come up: What problems do I care about, and could genAI solve them? What are the key terms I keep hearing (RAG, RLHF, post-training, etc)? What does "responsible AI" really mean in practice? Note: these questions don't include "which framework to use" or "which is the best model"--that'll come later, when you have a use case to build. In this post I recommend a few newsletters and podcasts to get started with. 4. Share the spotlight: Name 3+ women leading in AI we should all follow.  Ya Xu: I met Ya at VentureBeat Transform last year. I was amazed at both her insights on her panel and the technical journey she took from classical AI/ML to now building foundation models at Deepmind! Mira Murati: I used to see her speaking on firm-wide broadcasts around GenAI, and was amazed at how she took the time out of her undoubtedly busy day to answer our questions. Really admire how she spun off to create her own company (Thinking Machines Lab) after her tenure as OpenAI's CTO. Daniela Amodei: A must-follow for anyone interested in AI safety and research (as well as Anthropic in general!). Special shoutout to WOMEN x AI as well! Jenny and Reut have truly been going above and beyond to build up such a supportive and powerful community. Following WxAI and going to their events is a great way to get connected to amazing builders and leaders in the space! 5. As a woman in AI, what do you want our allies to know?  Call out bias, especially the subtle kind. When someone assumes the man in the room is the lead AI researcher and the woman is the project manager--or if women are being cut off, overlooked, or not in the room at all, say something. When datasets or models are biased with unrepresentative data and nobody else speaks up, challenge it. This tech is shaping the future—we all deserve a say in how it’s built. Want to be the next in AI Spotlight? It’s a great opportunity to share your voice with our community! Fill out the WxAI AI Spotlight Nomination Form  for your chance to step into the AI Spotlight and to share your voice with the Women And AI community.

Sparking Connection: Summer Traditions and AI Futures The WOMEN x AI (WxAI) community gathered for another inspiring #WxAISocialSaturday, hosted by Holly Uber, to share reflections on what grounds them in summer, their visions for a dream AI retreat, and how their perspectives on AI have shifted in the last year. The conversation was a vibrant tapestry of personal rituals, futuristic ideas, and deeply human questions about trust, inclusion, and responsible innovation. About Holly Uber Holly Uber is a Digital Health Leader and Narrative Rebel. She is a passionate advocate for transforming the healthcare ecosystem through human-centered AI. Her ability to ask thoughtful questions and weave diverse voices into the conversation makes her a powerful catalyst for community connection and progress. Holly led #WxAISocialSaturday and sparked a lively dialogue across the WOMEN x AI network, shining a spotlight on what matters most as AI reshapes our world. Community Reflections: Summer Rituals, Dream Retreats, and AI Evolution Photo created with Gemini ☀ Summer Traditions Community members shared their beloved summer rituals, from ocean swims and backyard BBQs to paddle boarding with kids and impromptu ice-cream runs. Mangos, pluots and watermelon was often mentioned. Here's some insights that were shared: “Morning walks to set my intention for the day — clarity first, then strategy.”  — Dawn Kristy “Paddleboarding with my kids — it’s so peaceful being out on the water, and they love it.”  — Ellie Bramer 🌄 Dream AI Retreats The conversation shifted to imagining dream AI gatherings. Themes of creativity, meaningful conversations, hands-on exploration, and inclusivity were at the forefront. There was an emphasis on not only what works but learning what does not work when building with AI. The community envisioned gatherings that were far from the usual lecture-heavy format: “My dream is a retreat where women with diverse experiences talk actionable policy and governance, with a strategic plan and follow-ups.”  — Summer Poletti “I want a futuristic retreat with robot servers and robot check-ins, to push how I think about technology.”  — Kate Carter “I’d love a retreat with demos of all the newest AI tools, plus hands-on time to try them without paywalls.”  — Ellie Bramer 🔁 Shifting Perspectives on AI Finally, members reflected on how their thinking about AI has transformed in the last 12 months. Many shared how AI has gone from a helpful tool to an essential part of their daily lives — professionally and personally. “AI went from being a ‘nice to have’ to something deeply embedded in my work and personal life.”  — Ellie Bramer "AI is no longer just a tool. With the Prickly Pear App for example, I’ve seen how AI can support self-discovery when built with empathy and emotional intelligence. It’s not just about what AI can do, but what it should do, and who it’s really serving." — Imen Clark “I see leaders realizing that trust and governance are not ‘nice to have’ — they are foundational.”  — Dawn Kristy The Power of Diverse Voices This conversation showcased what makes WOMEN x AI so powerful: a vibrant community of women in AI, sharing perspectives from all over the world. By weaving together personal stories and professional insights, the discussion highlighted how diversity fuels innovation and builds empathy-driven technology. If you’d like to keep the conversation going, join us next Saturday for #WxAISocialSaturday. Bring your summer stories, your AI dreams, and your bold ideas — because the future of AI should be built by all of us, together. 🛠️ Want to learn more about AI? Check out our 30+ battle tested AI tools .

By Moha Shah  Venture Capital Leader | Future of Mobility, Climate, & Insurtech/Fintech | Strategy, Innovation & Digital Transformation Prompt-generated by Freepik All companies and industries have a founding story, and the insurance industry is no different. The modern insurance industry was shaped in the 17th century when sea voyages for trade and exploration were pivotal in global commerce. Edward Lloyd , a coffee shop entrepreneur in London, was regarded as one of the founders of the modern insurance industry. Lloyd’s of London  remains central to the insurance market as a global marketplace for insurance and reinsurance. Many legacy insurance firms were founded between the 19th and 20th centuries. In the U.S., Chubb was founded in 1882, Liberty Mutual in 1912, and Progressive in 1937. In Europe, Allianz launched in 1890 in Germany, Generali in 1831 in Italy, and AXA in 1816 in France. The global property-and-casualty (P&C) market was nearly $4T in 2023 and is projected to grow to over $8T by 2032 , according to Precedence Research . While insurance isn’t a physical product, it’s a legally binding contract that protects policyholders from unforeseen events such as business interruption, cyber attacks, auto collisions, or property damage.  In the U.S. market, buying insurance is required for driving your car and for securing your mortgage on your home. Within commercial insurance, companies from startups to large corporations need insurance to operate across different industries. For board service in public and private companies, Directors and Officers (D&O) insurance is essential — it protects leaders from personal liability when making decisions on behalf of a company. Increasingly, insurance offers innovative companies the opportunity to operate new products and services commercially – think of the autonomous vehicles (AVs) on the roads to drones in the skies. Despite the insurance industry’s storied history, it’s at an inflection point due to an increasingly digital-first customer base, climate change, and emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI).   From Legacy to Embracing Digital Transformation Digital transformation is reshaping the insurance industry, which has historically operated with legacy technology, manual processes, and highly skilled professionals across different lines of business. Many incumbents have embraced waves of digital transformation over the past few decades to serve an increasingly digital-first customer segment, particularly Millennials and Gen Z. The rise of insurance technology (insurtech) startups in the mid-2010s, such as Lemonade , Openly , Policygenius , and Root,  also sparked innovation initiatives at many legacy insurance companies. While insurance companies have adopted different digital transformation strategies, they’ve also turned to insurtechs for partnerships, co-developing products and services, and other strategic initiatives. More climate-driven events across the U.S. and abroad are also prompting incumbents to partner with insurtechs to develop more resilient products and services for their policyholders. In doing so, many parts of the insurance value chain are being transformed to drive operational efficiencies, underwrite more complex risks, and offer a more personalized customer experience. Innovations Amid Climate Change Photo by Caleb Cook on Unsplash Climate change has emerged as a critical issue among the industry’s leaders. Communities worldwide are facing more frequent and severe weather events, from wildfires to hurricanes. In 2024, global insured losses due to natural catastrophes topped nearly $140B according to Swiss Re Institute . In January 2025, the wildfires in the Los Angeles metro area cast a spotlight on the insurance market as homeowners and businesses faced staggering losses across their communities. Goldman Sachs  projects $30B in total insured losses from the LA wildfires. A recent National Public Radio article  offers additional insights into the property insurance market in states such as California and Florida, which are experiencing increasing climate-driven events. The insurance ecosystem – insurance companies, insurtechs, government regulators, and third parties – is collaborating in novel ways. Increasingly, new products and services are being developed with emerging technologies, including AI. As telematics, blockchain, satellite imagery, drones, and Gen AI drive innovations across the insurance value chain, we are entering into a new era – Insurance 3.0.   AI: Driving Resilience and Insurance 3.0 Photo by Louis Cook on Unsplash I have launched new digital products and services at a global P&C insurance company – many focused on climate resilience – and have worked with numerous startups leveraging AI and other emerging technologies. Through these experiences, I have learned that stakeholders across the insurance ecosystem are willing to adapt and drive innovation forward for their customers. Despite having different strategic goals, insurance incumbents share a growing commitment to modernizing their IT stacks to tackle increasingly frequent climate-driven events and serve a digital-first customer base. Emerging technologies from Generative AI (Gen AI) to aerial imagery captured by drones or satellites are accelerating innovation across the insurance value chain. With AI’s rise, many U.S. states and jurisdictions abroad are passing legislation to ensure responsible AI practices. In the U.S., the Colorado Anti-Discrimination in AI Law  was signed on May 17, 2024, to protect consumers from algorithmic discrimination in different areas such as legal services, housing, and insurance. The European Union AI Act  (AI Act) was published in the Official Journal of the European Union on July 12, 2024. The AI Act regulates the use of AI in the European Union through a four-level, risk-based classification system .    Beyond the evolving regulatory landscape for AI, both established insurance companies and insurtechs are transforming core functions including claims, compliance, customer service, legal, and underwriting. AI-First Insurtechs Transforming Insurance Many AI-first insurtechs are working to automate antiquated workflows across core functions. For example, insurance underwriters often spend hours to days manually collecting data from different sources such as Excel spreadsheets, PDFs, and emails. AI-powered solutions can rapidly ingest and analyze large volumes of unstructured data to streamline underwriters’ workflows. Insurtechs such as Sixfold  and FurtherAI  are leveraging Gen AI-powered platforms to support underwriters’ workflows and enable insurers to serve their customers with greater efficiency and accuracy.  Below are additional innovative insurtechs leveraging AI and other emerging technologies across different lines of business. Many of these insurtechs also have strategic partnerships with leading insurance companies and partners. Adaptive Insurance , an Austin-based startup founded in 2024, offers parametric insurance to businesses impacted by short-term power outages caused by weather events. DocLens.ai , founded in 2022 in New York, has developed a Gen AI-powered risk assistant to streamline workflows for legal and claims teams. Comply , founded in New York, aims to help compliance teams navigate the evolving regulatory landscape via its AI-driven platform. Delos , founded in 2017 in San Francisco, leverages AI, aerial imagery, and other proprietary data sets to protect and insure homeowners in wildfire-prone states like California. Insurwave , founded in 2018 in London, is an AI-driven platform to ingest, manage, and visualize complex data across specialty lines. Additionally, many insurtechs are increasingly led by experienced insurance professionals. Their industry expertise is enabling AI-first startups to not only build innovative products and services but also foster greater collaboration with insurance companies and ecosystem partners as they scale.  Insurance 3.0: The Path Forward As a new AI-powered era unfolds, more innovation is on the rise across the insurance industry. Collaboration among legacy insurers, insurtechs, government agencies, and other partners is leading to a more connected and tech-enabled ecosystem. This collaboration remains essential to drive more innovation and develop more resilient products and services to protect people, businesses, and communities worldwide.

What’s Fueling Your AI Journey? Women x AI Asks the Questions That Matter Each Saturday, the Women x AI community gathers across time zones to share wisdom, ask questions, and spotlight female voices in tech. This week’s #WxAISocialSaturday, hosted by AI governance leader Dawn Kristy, opened with three compelling questions for women in AI to reflect on: 🎯 What mindset is helping you grow this season? 🤖 How are you building trust in AI, in your work or with your audience? 📚 What’s one AI concept or capability you're excited to master this year? These deceptively simple prompts kicked off a profound and wide-ranging dialogue—connecting cybersecurity professionals, product designers, AI educators, and startup founders in a shared space of curiosity and courage. Meet the Host: Dawn Kristy, AI Governance Advocate and Cybersecurity Strategist Dawn Kristy , the founder of The Cyber Dawn® Collective and brings years of experience advising at the intersection of law, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence. With a background in legal strategy and a forward-looking vision for AI, she champions responsible innovation rooted in resilience and transparency. As Dawn shared, “Resilience begins with responsibility,”  setting the tone for a conversation that was equal parts visionary and grounded. Theme 1: Growth Mindset – Curiosity, Reinvention, and Authenticity Many community members spoke about pushing beyond comfort zones and embracing lifelong learning: “Growth mindset: I'm focused on staying curious and open to learning. Letting go of old ways has helped me grow.”— Dawn Kristy “I see curiosity as the best mindset—willing to explore and understand different views.”— Ary Aranguiz From stepping into leadership roles without waiting for permission to redefining success on one’s own terms, the conversation showcased how mindset shifts are critical to career pivots, AI literacy, and staying adaptable in a rapidly evolving field. Theme 2: Trust in AI – Design, Transparency, and Real-World Impact One of the most urgent and nuanced discussions of the day centered on building trust in AI systems: “Trust grows when people see AI being used in ways that are practical and helpful.”— N. Liberty White Women in the community emphasized the importance of explainability, real-life applications, and ensuring AI serves diverse needs—not just the loudest voices. Several also pointed out that trust isn’t just technical; it’s emotional and experiential. Theme 3: Lifelong Learning – AI Ethics, Governance, and Emerging Design Practices Participants shared diverse learning goals, from mastering AI-assisted coding to exploring the latest in prompt engineering and governance: “Learning goal: Diving into Model-Context-Prompting as the next evolution of product design.”— Lu Xian The theme of mastery through community came up often. Rather than learning in isolation, many women shared TED Talks, toolkits, workshops, and playlists—creating a collective map for growth and exploration. More Than a Hashtag: Why #WxAISocialSaturday Matters The energy and engagement this week confirmed what Women x AI knows deeply: when women lead in AI—with clarity, courage, and community—we all move forward. These conversations aren't just about tech trends; they're about creating a more inclusive and empowered AI future. Join the Conversation Let’s keep the momentum going. What’s your  growth mindset right now? How do you build trust in AI? What AI concept are you diving into next? 📣 Post your answers with #WxAISocialSaturday we're here on LinkedIn and in community conversation every Saturday. 🎧 Explore our Women x AI Community Playlist 🧠 Read Moha Shah’s blog on AI and mobility 🖼️ Check out Nithya Subramaniam’s piece on invisible interfaces

Hosted by WOMEN x AI, Gossip Goblin and Vapi Inc., San Francisco | 🗓️ May 29, 2025 WOMEN x AI and Gossip Goblin brought together a powerhouse panel of AI product builders to unpack what it really takes to launch successful AI products—from concept to scale. The event buzzed with technical insights, honest startup stories, and thoughtful dialogue about AI’s evolving landscape and the women shaping it. Meet the AI Product Leader Panelists: ​Moderator: Daisy Caroline from Google, Wharton MBA, Angel Investor ​Panelists: ​ Meg McWilliams , Gossip Goblin, COO ​ Elizabeth Trykin , Head of Developer Relations at Vapi ​ Anna Naidis , Divorce Startup Founder & CPO @ Aparti.ai Vapi Demos One of the evening’s highlights was a look at Vapi, the API for real-time voice. Elizabeth showcased how Vapi powers everything from customer support bots to deeply personalized voice experiences—think voice agents that can handle a thousand minutes of conversation per day, equivalent to a full-time support role. She walked attendees through the technical challenges of latency, reliability, and orchestration—key factors in building seamless voice interfaces. Her demo included tips on choosing the right LLMs, fallback strategies, and latency balancing. Vapi’s mission? Make talking to AI as fast and natural as a real conversation. Their $20K Build Challenge invites builders to create the next great voice AI app—check it out here. 🤖 Meet Gossip Goblin: AI Matchmaking for Events Gossip Goblin  isn’t just a clever name—it’s an AI-powered networking assistant (affectionately nicknamed Gobby, the Chief Goblin Officer ) that made its magic felt throughout the event. Before doors even opened, attendees who opted in were matched via personalized email intros based on their professional goals and interests. Meg, COO of Gossip Goblin, shared the product’s origin story: a hacky MVP launched guerrilla-style at GDC, now transforming how people connect at in-person events. With a user experience that mimics a friend making introductions, Gobby makes networking more natural—and more fun. The team is gathering feedback from event attendees via text from Gobby—don’t ghost your goblin! 💡 Key Takeaways from the Panel 1. Build Around Real User Workflows—Not Just AI Hype Elizabeth emphasized that great AI products don’t reinvent the user. They meet users where they are. “People still associate AI with ChatGPT,” she noted. Put yourself in the users shoes and build something for where they are that can add value now. Instead of trying to change behaviors, build experiences that integrate naturally—voice assistants, smart transcriptions, or embedded chatbots. 2. Two Roadmaps: One for Product, One for Users Anna Naidis (Founder, Aparti.ai ) reminded us that product roadmaps and user expectations often diverge. Keeping these two in sync is essential for success. You can use AI to test hypotheses faster, but know that even brilliant features may flop if users don’t need them. 3. Curiosity, Clarity, and Culture Matter Talent is key to executing an AI vision. The panel agreed: prioritize curiosity, product vision, and the ability to simplify complex systems. “The best AI products emerge when teams ask the right questions and communicate clearly,” said Naidis. Catch the whole panel discussion on the WOMEN x AI YouTube Channel : 📣 Highlights Gossip Goblin Matching : 86% of attendees opted in for AI-powered networking. Metrics That Matter : Gossip Goblin tracks “successful connections” as their key ROI—did users actually meet and find value? Book Giveaway : Jasmeen Bal won a signed copy of Building AI-Powered Products  by Dr. Marily Nika. 🔄 Real Talk: Trust, Diversity & Guardrails The Q&A touched on key challenges: Trust : Build it like a relationship—give users value before  asking for input. Diversity : Train on more localized and representative datasets to serve broader audiences. Guardrails : Everyone agreed—hallucination is still real. Invest in filters, logs, and evaluations to keep AI on track. ✨ The Future Is Voice—and Female-Led With projects like Aparti.ai (using AI to help family law offices with divorce) and Vapi’s voice agents in developer tools, this event proved that women aren’t just joining AI—they’re redefining how it sounds, works, and connects. “When we can talk to things—and they actually work—we will. And that moment is coming fast.” — Elizabeth Trykin, Vapi It was great to hear from product leaders at companies of all sizes from pre-seed startups to FAANG. The future is bright and we're excited to see women building AI products that they want to see in the market. Curious to see what AI tools our community is using? Check out the 30+ battle tested tools from our AI Titan's Tools Council .

We’re excited to present Rochi Cairo Presepi, Sr Program Manager at INNOVIT  as this week’s AI Spotlight.  Let’s dive into our interview with Rochi and see how she is using AI. 1. Share your AI origin story While working at MercadoLibre, I witnessed the launch and implementation of ChatGPT and Copilot within data teams for early testing. At that moment, I realized we were on the brink of a major technological shift. However, I didn’t start using AI tools myself until my MBA, thanks to a friend who introduced me to them. Initially, I was skeptical and even felt like I was ‘cheating’ when leveraging these tools. But as I explored their potential, I began to see AI not as a shortcut, but as an enabler—enhancing productivity, sparking creativity, and transforming how we solve problems. 2. What three AI tools have been most game changing for you?  1. Perplexity – I'm not longer using Google Search. Perplexity became my go-to for quick and well-sourced resarch. 2. Notion AI – A game changer for organizing thoughts, summarizing notes, and to organize my agenda. It makes productivity effortless. 3. Grammarly – As a non-native English speaker, Grammarly helps me refine my writing, ensuring clarity and catching any mistakes in emails, and LinkedIn posts. Check out WOMEN x AI's recently released 30+ Battle Tested AI Tools . 3. If you were just starting your AI journey today where would you start?  I'd start with online training on the DeepLearning.AI website. It's a great resource for building a strong foundation in AI. Another important step is following AI influencers, as they often share valuable materials, insights, and updates on the latest AI tools. Additionally, joining an AI-focused community, such as WOMEN x AI, can be incredibly beneficial. I personally joined Women Defining AI last year, and through their training programs and supportive community, I challenged myself to read more, take additional courses, and deepen my AI knowledge. Getting involved in these networks can make a big difference in staying motivated and up to date with industry trends!  Check out WOMEN x AI's Membership (it's free!). 4. Share the spotlight: Name 3+ women leading in AI we should all follow.  - Meri Nova (https://www.linkedin.com/in/meri-nova/) - Brooke Hopkins (https://www.linkedin.com/in/bnhop/) - Sandhya Simhan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandhyasimhan/) - Swagata Ashwani ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/swagata-ashwani/ ) 5. As a woman in AI, what do you want our allies to know?  A lot of women hesitate to use AI tools because it can feel like "cheating" or just not "their thing." I’d love for our allies to encourage more women to try them out and show how helpful they can be. The truth is, companies are looking for people who know how to use AI, so getting comfortable with these tools is really important! Want to be the next in AI Spotlight? It’s a great opportunity to share your voice with our community! Fill out the WxAI AI Spotlight Nomination Form  for your chance to step into the AI Spotlight and to share your voice with the Women And AI community.  You can see all of the other women we've had in the AI Spotlight.

Image created with Gemini What is Vibe Coding Vibe coding is a creative, emotionally intelligent approach to software development. It’s about more than clean code—it’s about aligning the energy, design, and feel of a project with its purpose and audience. For many women in AI, vibe coding offers a space to blend intuition with innovation, coding not just for function, but for experience and impact. The best part you don't need to know nay code you can just use plain english to ask the AI to code for you. Fun AI Trivia Fact: Vibe coding was coined by Andrej Karpathy, OpenAI cofounder in Feb 2025. 🏎️ Rapid Growth of Lovable & Vibe Coding Vibe coding isn’t just a buzzword—it’s fueling one of the fastest-growing AI tools in the world. From meteoric ARR gains to widespread adoption among top startups, both Lovable and the broader vibe coding movement are reshaping how software gets built and who gets to build it. 🚀 Lovable's Momentum $50M ARR in 6 months : Lovable hit $50 million annual recurring revenue just six months after launch according to Anton Oskika Founder of Lovable . To me this impressive hockey-stick growth highlights Lovable's Vibe Coding edge. 30,000 paying customers in 3 months , $17M ARR early on—set the stage for its current success ( Lovable's Company Blog & Scara ). Now raising at a $1.5B valuation , led by Accel—cementing Lovable as Europe's fastest-growing AI tool ( BusinessInsider | Paywall ). ⚡ Industry Momentum Merriam–Webster  officially labeled “vibe coding” as a slang & trending term in March 2025, reinforcing how widespread the term has become.  25% of YC Winter 2025 startups  are using AI to generate 95% of their codebases —a compelling validation that vibe coding is not just hype ( TechCrunch ).  From Idea to AI Game: My First Time Vibe Coding with Lovable I decided to take advantage of Lovable ’s free weekend of vibe coding—a platform that lets you use natural language to create interactive experiences, even without traditional code. My goal? Build a game that reflects the mission of WOMEN x AI: to learn, connect, and grow together in community. I followed the traditional vibe coding flow: prompt in plain English (no code required!) → AI-generated code → human-guided refinement. I chose Anthropic’s Claude as my model to experiment with, curious to see how it compared to past experiences with GPT and other platforms. What emerged was an idea I’d been sitting on for a while: a retro-style game where players learn AI to break a symbolic glass ceiling. “As a nonengineer, I’m always surprised by how far I can get with vibe-coded projects.” Nostalgic Pokemon Inspo The game—titled Shatter the AI Glass Ceiling —blended nostalgia with empowerment. Styled like the old Gameboy Pokémon games (but in color!), players would walk through an AI learning journey. Instead of pocket monster battles, they’d face off in AI trivia, fact challenges, and creative prompt experiments. Here was my initial prompt to get started: I want to make a game called Shatter the AI Glass Ceiling. Can you create a game that is a woman learning AI to break a glass ceiling?Have the woman walk like in Pokémon Red, Blue, and Yellow (but in color). As she walks, she will encounter an AI battle: 1. AI tr ivia (multiple choice or fill-in-the-blank) 2. AI fa cts (“I already knew that” or “I know that now” gameplay) 3. A modal to try prompts and create a visual badge. The results were surprisingly playable. Using Lovable, I could refine interactions, generate quiz logic, and embed educational layers into the game. With a few tweaks it started to feel real. The First Output of Shatter the AI Glass Ceiling Vibe Coding My Way to a Minimum Playable Product Once my idea was in motion, I used my prompt to generate a basic version of the game. The minimum playable product gave me enough to test out core mechanics: movement, trivia battles, and some kind of AI trivia feedback loop. AI Battle AI Battle While it captured the heart of the concept—learning AI through interactive battles—it wasn’t without its issues. Some of the trivia repeated every time I played, and the AI prompt section, which was supposed to let users input something and receive a badge, didn’t show any output at all. Still, seeing my idea come to life, even imperfectly, was exciting. It’s incredible what you can build quickly with natural language tools and a little persistence. It gave me a foundation I could improve. Iterating for Impact: Tiny Fixes, Big Wins I jumped into iteration. I refined the trivia logic to avoid repetition, removed the broken AI prompt feature, and focused on polish. I added a pick your player selection for when the game starts. One of my favorite additions was a moment of celebration for the player—a small reward for every three trivia wins. I also added a downloadable winners badge players could share on social media, aligning with WOMEN x AI’s mission to help educate in community. We love to celebrate learning in public and this is a fun way to do that. It felt like a subtle, but meaningful way to turn gameplay into community storytelling. I did hit a few bumps—at one point, the “A” key wouldn’t work, which turned out to be a game navigation issue. Iteration made the difference—from playable to joyful. I also learned that while Lovable’s editing tools are powerful, directly editing the generated code is a paid feature. Bolt, by contrast, allows more direct edits for free, which is useful to keep in mind depending on your needs. The Final Product: A Playful Learning Tool By the end of 75 minutes, I had a working version of Shatter the AI Glass Ceiling . It wasn’t pixel-perfect—some of the visuals and layout weren’t exactly what I envisioned—but the game worked. Players can walk, learn, win trivia battles, and even download a badge to celebrate their AI journey. Getting the social-sharing badge to work felt like a personal win. It transformed the experience from solitary gameplay into something communal and shareable. That, to me, is what vibe coding is all about—inviting others into the learning process and showing what’s possible, even if you’re not an engineer. Play Shatter the Glass Ceiling How to Get Started with Vibe Coding The beauty of vibe coding is that it doesn’t demand a programming background—it thrives on imagination. What you need is an idea, a spark, and a platform like Lovable or Bolt that turns your prompts into code. These tools are beginner-friendly and designed for experimentation. Start with a small goal, like a visual effect, an interactive quiz, or even a short story that evolves based on user input. You can use models like Claude or GPT to co-create your assets, write your scripts, or debug your logic. Let your interests lead the way. Whether you're into sound, visuals, storytelling, or data—vibe coding gives you space to explore all of it. And remember, done is better than perfect. Every weird prompt, half-working prototype, or experimental layout is a step closer to building with confidence. Getting ready to vibe code for the first time? Check out My First Vibe Coding Project: Building the Women x AI Membership Quiz . Build, Break, Rebuild—That’s the Point Shattering the AI glass ceiling isn’t just about landing a role in AI—it’s about learning boldly, experimenting freely, and making space for your creativity in tech. Vibe coding is one way to get there: playful, approachable, and deeply empowering. So if you’ve been waiting for a sign to start building in AI, this is it. Want support as you learn to vibe code? Join our free WOMEN x AI Membership !

Why Reviews Are Important for the WxAI Podcast A 5-star rating might seem small, but it makes a big impact. It helps boost our podcast in platform algorithms, making it easier for new listeners to discover the WOMEN x AI podcast. More visibility means more people hear the voices of women shaping the future of AI. Every rating of the WxAI podcast supports our mission to amplify diverse perspectives in tech and encourages us to keep creating thoughtful, inspiring content. If you’ve enjoyed an episode, rating us is one of the best ways to show it! How to Rate WOMEN x AI on Spotify Open the Spotify app: Launch the Spotify app on your mobile device. Search for the WOMEN x AI podcast: Go to the search tab and type in the name of the podcast you want to rate. Locate the rating option: Scroll down on the podcast page to find the rating option, usually indicated by a star button. Select your rating: Tap or drag your finger to select your rating from 1 to 5 stars. How to Rate WOMEN x AI on Apple Podcast Go to the Podcasts app Search for the WOMEN x AI podcast. Select a show, scroll down to the Ratings & Reviews section Click a star to select a rating. You can also hold the pointer over the stars, then click or drag to add or remove stars. (If you don’t see the option to rate a show, make sure you’re signed in to Podcasts.) You can also leave a review on Apply podcasts. To do that click Write a Review, write your review, then click Save. You'll have to be signed in! Official how to rate a podcast guide  by devices from Apple. Building an Inclusive AI Future—One Review at a Time Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for the Women x AI Podcast. Your feedback doesn’t just brighten our day—it helps amplify the voices of women in artificial intelligence and tech. Every 5-star rating and thoughtful review helps us climb the charts, reach more listeners, and continue sharing powerful stories and career insights from women building the future of AI. Your support drives our mission to make AI more inclusive, accessible, and community-driven. Whether you're here to learn about AI careers, explore the experiences of women in STEM, or get inspired by the latest innovations, your review plays a key role in growing this movement. Keep listening, keep learning—and thank you for helping shape a more equitable future in AI. 🛠️ Want to check out 30+ battle tested AI tools by our community power users? You can see the full review at, " AI Titans Tools Council: Navigating the Evolving Landscape | June 2025 ."