
Interview on Unite.AI with Akshita Iyer, Founder & CEO of Ome
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Ome’s founder and CEO Akshita Iyer was featured in Unite.AI's Interview Series, where she shares her unique journey behind Ome's mission to revolutionize kitchen safety through smart technology.
In this insightful conversation, Akshita discusses how a personal experience around a kitchen fire sparked the idea for Ome's Smart Knob. This innovative device retrofits existing stove knobs, providing real-time remote control, automatic shut-off, and voice integration to enhance kitchen safety.
The interview also delves into the challenges of transitioning from a neuroscience background to leading a tech startup, the importance of building trust through simplicity, and Ome's vision for ambient intelligence in smart homes. Akshita emphasizes the need for technology that seamlessly integrates into daily life, enhancing safety without adding complexity.