#145 Riley McComrack: Digimarc's CEO on Digital Watermarking in the Age of AI

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On episode #145 of Eye on AI, Craig Smith sits down with Riley McCormack, President and CEO of Digimarc, pioneers in digital watermarking and cloud-based product data.

In this episode, we explore the critical role of digital watermarking in securing our digital assets, especially amidst the surging influence of AI. Riley guides us through the potential risks and benefits this technology brings to the forefront as AI continues to transform our digital world.

We then navigate the intricate territories of NFTs and distributed ledger technology, understanding how digital watermarking is reshaping these fields by ensuring trust and authenticity. Our discussion also delves into the Digital Millennium Copyright Act of 1997, highlighting its relevance in upholding copyrights and fostering trust within the digital stratosphere.

We conclude with a look at how digital watermarking impacts content creation and its role in shaping a secure and sustainable digital future, from collaborations with central banks to innovative products like Digimarc Recycle.

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00:00 Preview, Introduction and Shopify

03:05 Introduction to Digital Watermarking 

07:01 Evolution of Digital Watermarking 

14:21 Digimarc's Role in Digital Watermarking

21:13 Exploring the Protection Of Digital Content 

28:56 Key Characteristics of Digital Watermarking 

35:12 Application and Implementation of Digital Watermarking 

42:46 Watermarking in Blockchain 

49:11 What is Digimarc Validate?

01:03:01 Outro and Shopify