Matt Hicks

This episode is sponsored by Netsuite by Oracle, the number one cloud financial system, streamlining accounting, financial management, inventory, HR, and more. Download NetSuite's popular KPI Checklist, designed to give you consistently excellent performance - absolutely free at NetSuite.com/EYEONAI On episode #144 of Eye on AI, Craig Smith sits down with Matt Hicks, President and CEO of Red Hat, a leading provider of enterprise open source software solutions. In this episode, Matt takes us through the evolution of Linux and the rise of the open source models. We explore how Red Hat's long-term support and predictable life cycles have empowered companies to embrace Linux. Additionally, we delve into the transformative potential of deploying open source software alongside proprietary solutions and examine the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for open source in the realm of generative AI. To wrap things up,as we discuss the importance of efficiency, cost constraints, and specialized models for businesses, all while navigating the ongoing debate on general-purpose AI and the risks and rewards it brings. Craig Smith Twitter: https://twitter.com/craigss Eye on A.I. Twitter: https://twitter.com/EyeOn_AI (00:00) Preview,Introduction & Netsuite (03:11) The Role of OS in Tech (08:06) Red Hat, Open Source, and Generative AI (16:12) Large Language Models and Building Foundations (24:18) AI: Commoditization, Frontier, & Hardware Predictions (32:24) Open Source AI a Dual-Edged Sword? (40:30) Regulatory Aspects & Red Hat's Future Directions (48:36) IBM's Acquisition of Red Hat (55:21) Outro & Netsuite by Oracle

Matt Hicks

President and CEO

Red Hat

Matt takes us back to the origins of his open source days and the spark that inspired his love for engineering — including the point at which he discovered Linux. He shares how he began learning from the code itself, which was ultimately a different style of learning than what was available to him at university. Then, it was to the stacks, but not Stack Overflow. Think Barnes and Noble, not YouTube videos. Imagine trying to  navigate getting your first engineering job during the dot-com crash of the late 90s and early 2000s. We reflect on Matt's experience building projects with his daughter, including an AI-powered doorbell he built himself. Speaking of insatiable curiousity, we’d like to give a big high five to Wonton, who received the Inquisitive Badge. Thanks for coming on 30 separate days to maintain a positive question track record. Follow Matt, Ben, and Cassidy. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matt Hicks

President and CEO

Red Hat