Kate Kallot (b. 1991 or 1992)[1] is the founder and CEO of Amini, a Nairobi-based startup that uses satellite imaging and artificial intelligence to collect and analyze environmental data in Africa.[2]

Career

Kallot has previously held roles at technology companies such as NVIDIA, Intel, and Arm, where she focused on artificial intelligence and machine learning. Her career has included initiatives aimed at applying technology to social issues.[3]

In 2023, Kallot founded Amini with the intent to create technologies tailored to the specific needs and challenges of African environments. Amini began with a focus on the insurance industry and later expanded to include services for supply chain monitoring.[4]

Beyond her role at Amini, Kallot serves as an advisor on AI to international organizations and governments, and is involved in youth-oriented programs like "Teens in AI."[5]

Awards and recognition

Kallot has been recognized in the field of AI, being named in TIME 100's list of most influential people in AI.[1][6]

Personal life

Kallot is originally from France, where she was born. During her youth, she frequently visited her family members in African countries.[1]

See also

References

  1. 1 2 3 "TIME100 AI 2023: Kate Kallot". Time. 2023-09-07. Retrieved 2024-01-03.
  2. ↑ "Kate Kallot and Fatima Tambajang on Africa as an Innovation Hub". Time. 2023-11-17. Retrieved 2024-01-03.
  3. ↑ "The future of the AI ecosystem with Kate Kallot". Wired UK. ISSN 1357-0978. Retrieved 2024-01-03.
  4. ↑ Rainbow, Jason (2023-11-30). "Amini raises $4 million for Africa-focused environmental constellation". SpaceNews. Retrieved 2024-01-03.
  5. ↑ "Africa-Focused Initiatives At COP28 Amplifying The Voices Of Women And Youth". www.forbesafrica.com. 2023-12-12. Retrieved 2024-01-03.
  6. ↑ Agbetiloye, Adekunle (2023-09-12). "Meet the 11 Africans named among the 100 most influential people in AI 2023". Business Insider Africa. Retrieved 2024-01-03.
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