In this episode of Innovation Conversation, host Ricardo Pascual sits down with Alon Bochman to talk about his entrepreneurial journey, the rise of AI, and why market research is fundamental to building successful products. Alon shares his experience transitioning into AI, the potential impact and risks of AI technologies, and the importance of creating products that meet real market demand.

They dive into:

• Why building something people actually want is the foundation of entrepreneurial success.
• The incredible potential of AI to transform industries — and the dangers it poses without responsible development.
• The urgent need for international cooperation and regulation in AI advancement.
• How entrepreneurs should view AI — as a tool, not the end goal.
• Why rigorous market research and customer feedback are essential for validating ideas and improving product-market fit.
• The risk of ignoring customer needs and the waste it creates in startup ecosystems.
• Differences in raising investment in the US versus other countries — and advice for navigating global fundraising.

Tune in for a balanced conversation on innovation, AI’s role in startups, and how founders can stay customer-focused in a fast-moving tech landscape.

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🕒 Chapters 00:00 — Introduction and Background 01:05 — Entrepreneurial Journey 04:26 — Transition to AI 08:19 — Early Experience with AI 13:13 — Impact of AI 16:14 — Concerns about AI 19:19 — Positive Impact of AI 23:13 — Dangers of AI 30:20 — Controlling AI Development 35:06 — Incorporating AI into Startups 38:47 — Raising Investment and Global Differences 44:07 — Advice for Entrepreneurs 10:15 — The Importance of Market Research 20:30 — Building Products Based on Market Demand 30:45 — The Role of Customer Feedback 40:00 — Conclusion and Contact Information