Welcome to episode 301 of the AI in Action podcast, the show where we break down the hype and explore the impact that Data Science, Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence are making on our everyday lives.

Powered by Alldus International, our goal is to share with you the insights of technologists and data science enthusiasts to showcase the excellent work that is being done within AI in the United States and Europe.

Today’s guest is Scott Zoldi, Chief Analytics Officer at FICO in San Diego. Founded in 1956, FICO is a leading analytics software company who help businesses in over 80 countries make better decisions that drive higher levels of growth, profitability and customer satisfaction. The company’s groundbreaking use of Big Data and mathematical algorithms to predict consumer behavior has transformed entire industries.

FICO provides analytics software and tools used across multiple industries to manage risk, fight fraud, build more profitable customer relationships, optimize operations and meet strict government regulations. Many of their products reach industry-wide adoption such as the FICO Score, the standard measure of consumer credit risk in the United States. FICO solutions leverage open-source standards and cloud computing to maximize flexibility, speed deployment and reduce costs. The company also helps millions of people manage their personal credit health

In the episode, Scott will discuss:

The work FICO are doing in the financial services industry

Staying up to date with trends within AI and automation

Trends they focus on, such as AI regulation and XAI

The current team and projects they work on

The impact of Covid-19 within the business

What he looks for when hiring and future opportunities

To find out more about Scott and all the great work happening at FICO, check out the website www.fico.com or follow them on Linkedin and Twitter @FICO. You can also connect with Scott directly on Linkedin or follow him on Twitter @ScottZoldi. 

What did you think of Scott’s podcast? Where do you see the future of AI and Data Science in the financial services industry heading in the next few years? We would love to hear your thoughts on this episode, so please leave a comment below.

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