Apple Engineer Develops Trustworthy AI Infrastructure for Wearables and Edge Devices
DEFENSEDATA AND AI INFRASTRUCTURE
Mr. Popat has significantly impacted Apple's AI/ML Group since 2021, creating advanced machine learning models for devices like the Apple Watch. He pioneered a defense against model theft, leading to the development of AIShield at Bosch.
Popat emphasizes the need for AI systems to be reliable and accountable, especially as complexities increase in the AI software market, expected to quadruple by 2030. He argues that trustworthy AI should be integrated from the design phase, ensuring dependability across edge devices and enterprise platforms.

Feb 14, 2026, 1:16 PM