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Amid growing global debate about AI sovereignty—who controls the data, the models, and the infrastructure—a former Amazon Head of AI Engineering is building a different kind of AI company. Krishna Kumar Sharma left that role to found Omokai, a Berlin-based startup developing a voice-controlled AI platform that lets operators command robots, drones, and machine swarms through natural language.His work spans industrial automation and defense applications, built on a proprietary orchestration layer that supports sovereign architectures for highly regulated industries. He also researches multi-AI orchestration and has presented his work at UC Berkeley. Khudania Ajay (KAJ) leads this conversation about what it actually takes to build dual-use AI outside the hype cycle, in a European ecosystem that remains more risk-averse than Silicon Valley.Have an idea worth a conversation? Apply to be a guest through the KAJ Gateway: https://www.kajmasterclass.com/work-with-kajABOUT KAJ MASTERCLASS MEDIAKAJ Masterclass Media is an independent media business whose ecosystem has hosted 2,500+ conversations with founders, leaders, authors and thinkers. Its shows include The KAJ Masterclass LIVE, in the top 1.5% of podcasts globally, and The Author's Voice with KAJ, in the top 5%.Explore: https://www.kajmasterclass.com  HOSTKhudania Ajay (KAJ) is an independent journalist with 20+ years of experience across CNBC India, Reuters and Press Trust of India.About: https://www.kajmasterclass.com/aboutLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ajaykhudania/FROM OUR WORLDEthnics Land: premium Indian handloom sarees. Use code KAJ10 for 10% off: https://www.ethnicsland.com  Music Credit: "Misfits (Instrumental)" by RYYZN    Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/kaj-politics-live--7116411/support.MORE FROM KAJ MASTERCLASS MEDIAUnscripted. Real. Human.Our shows, all in one place: https://www.kajmasterclass.com/listenEnjoyed this episode? Follow the show and leave a rating in your podcast app.

In this edition of The World According to Irina Tsukerman, the bi-weekly geopolitical series on The KAJ Masterclass LIVE, host Khudania Ajay (KAJ) is joined by Irina Tsukerman, a national security and human rights lawyer and geopolitical analyst, to examine the growing controversy surrounding Katie Zacharia's brief tenure in the White House and what the developments reveal about White House personnel decisions, political communications, transparency and the connections between political influence and private-sector interests. The discussion also examines the latest developments in Ukraine and the Middle East, exploring the changing security environment, diplomatic calculations and the competing interests shaping these international crises.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/kaj-politics-live--7116411/support.MORE FROM KAJ MASTERCLASS MEDIAUnscripted. Real. Human.Our shows, all in one place: https://www.kajmasterclass.com/listenEnjoyed this episode? Follow the show and leave a rating in your podcast app.

In this edition of The World According to Irina Tsukerman, the bi-weekly geopolitical series on The KAJ Masterclass LIVE, host Khudania Ajay (KAJ) examines the Flydubai incident, the renewed Saudi-Houthi conflict and the wider security environment surrounding Iran and the Gulf. The discussion also considers developments in Ukraine and the wider Asian strategic landscape, asking what these rapidly evolving events mean for regional security and the choices facing governments around the world.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/kaj-politics-live--7116411/support.MORE FROM KAJ MASTERCLASS MEDIAUnscripted. Real. Human.Our shows, all in one place: https://www.kajmasterclass.com/listenEnjoyed this episode? Follow the show and leave a rating in your podcast app.

In this edition of The World According to Irina Tsukerman, the bi-weekly geopolitical series on The KAJ Masterclass LIVE, host Khudania Ajay (KAJ) examines the Trump–Xi summit and the evolving U.S.–China relationship, escalating tensions involving Iran and the Gulf, and the wider geopolitical questions emerging from the 81st United Nations General Assembly. With KAJ guiding the conversation, Irina Tsukerman — a US-based national security and human rights lawyer, renowned geopolitical analyst, and Editor-in-Chief of The Washington Outsider — brings her expert perspective to the competing interests, alliances and strategic pressure points shaping these developments.GuestIrina Tsukerman is a human rights and national security lawyer, geopolitical analyst, editor of The Washington Outsider, and president of Scarab Rising, Inc., a media and security and strategic advisory. Her writings and commentary have appeared in diverse US and international media and have been translated into over a dozen languages.Connect with Irina here:https://www.thewashingtonoutsider.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/irina-tsukerman-4b04595/In The World According to Irina Tsukerman, we embark on a fortnightly journey into the heart of global politics. Join us as we explore the complex geopolitical landscape, delve into pressing international issues, and gain invaluable insights from Irina’s expert perspective. Together, we’ll empower you with the knowledge needed to navigate the intricate world of global politics. Tune in, subscribe, and embark on this enlightening journey with us.Catch up on earlier episodes in the playlist here:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLt7IEKOM1t1tKItNEVaStzsqSChTCGmp6Watch all our global politics content here:https://www.youtube.com/@kajmasterclassPoliticsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/kaj-politics-live--7116411/support.MORE FROM KAJ MASTERCLASS MEDIAUnscripted. Real. Human.Our shows, all in one place: https://www.kajmasterclass.com/listenEnjoyed this episode? Follow the show and leave a rating in your podcast app.

Political polarization isn't just in the news—it's in leadership teams, workplace culture, and everyday conversations. It creates tension, silences voices, and makes it harder to keep your team united. Former Secret Service agent and radio host Ross "Yergz" Yerger has navigated high stakes environments and protected national leaders—and he brings that experience to the business world. He shares practical tools for bridging divides, handling political tension at work, and leading through polarization without losing unity or productivity. Khudania Ajay (KAJ) leads this conversation for leaders who want to navigate today's challenges with clarity and confidence.Support KAJ Masterclass — help sustain independent editorial work: https://kajmasterclass.com/support =========================================About KAJ Masterclass MediaKAJ Masterclass Media is home to a video-first, live-first, editorially independent conversation ecosystem exploring leadership, business, AI, careers, health, creativity, and the evolving human experience through thoughtful, unscripted conversations grounded in lived experience, clarity, and real-world insight.This show is part of the KAJ Masterclass ecosystem, which includes The KAJ Masterclass LIVE, The Author's Voice with KAJ, and a growing collection of editorially independent conversation platforms.Every conversation is designed to leave you with something meaningful to think about, understand, or apply.🌐 https://www.kajmasterclass.com =========================================Host — Khudania Ajay(KAJ) Khudania Ajay (KAJ) is an independent journalist and the host of more than 2,500 long-form conversations across leadership, business, technology, media, wellness, authorship, and the future of work.🌐 https://www.khudaniaajay.comLinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/ajaykhudania/ =========================================Watch. Listen. Read.🎬 https://www.youtube.com/@kajmasterclass🎧 https://www.kajmasterclass.com/listen📖 https://www.kajmasterclass.com/read =========================================Work With KAJKAJ Masterclass Media welcomes thoughtful conversation proposals from leaders, entrepreneurs, authors, experts, researchers, creators, and practitioners aligned with the ecosystem’s editorial values and audience-first philosophy.Submit your proposal:https://www.kajmasterclass.com/work-with-kaj =========================================If this conversation added value, share it with someone who would genuinely benefit from it.=========================================From Our World 🎁 Ethnics Land — Premium Indian handloom sareesUse code KAJ10 for 10% OFFhttps://www.ethnicsland.com =========================================🎵 Music Credit: "Misfits (Instrumental)" by RYYZN Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/kaj-politics-live--7116411/support.MORE FROM KAJ MASTERCLASS MEDIAUnscripted. Real. Human.Our shows, all in one place: https://www.kajmasterclass.com/listenEnjoyed this episode? Follow the show and leave a rating in your podcast app.