About AiNews.com | Mission, Vision & Leadership Team

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Mission Statement

At AiNews.com, we’re committed to democratizing AI news by making it understandable and accessible to everyone around the globe. We prioritize responsible, accurate reporting and deliver cutting-edge insights in a timely manner—while mentoring the next generation of journalists using AI in their work.

Our Core Values

We prioritize responsibility, transparency, and accuracy in every aspect of our AI reporting. By embracing innovation and staying ahead of emerging developments, we deliver timely, impactful insights that empower our audience to make informed decisions.

Meet Our Team

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Michael Mazzotta — Founder, AiNews.com

Michael Mazzotta is the Founder of AiNews.com and a visionary entrepreneur who established the agency with a goal to create a leading platform dedicated to AI developments. As a strategic growth facilitator, Michael works behind the scenes to drive subscriber growth and forge connections with top AI leaders, expanding the AI News audience. He actively builds relationships with AI companies and industry leaders, securing high-profile interviews for the series "Driving Tomorrow: Conversations with AI Leaders."

In addition to his work at AiNews, Michael leads initiatives to establish San Diego as a hub for AI innovation, organizing events and collaborations to strengthen the local AI community. Leveraging his extensive experience as an investor and entrepreneur, Michael is instrumental in guiding AI News towards becoming the premier news agency in the AI field. Known as the backbone of the company, his expertise in company growth and development ensures the continued success of AI News.

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Alicia Shapiro — CMO, Head of News Reporting & Founding Member

Alicia Shapiro is Chief Marketing Officer, Founding Member, and Head of News Reporting at AiNews.com, where she leads audience growth, brand strategy, and editorial direction for one of the fastest-growing platforms covering artificial intelligence. She also hosts Driving Tomorrow: Conversations with AI Leaders, interviewing innovators shaping the future of AI.

A seasoned media professional since 2012, Alicia specializes in translating complex AI developments into clear, actionable insights for business leaders and everyday readers. She oversees the daily AiNews.com newsletter, delivering high-quality, relevant AI coverage to subscribers five days a week.

She is a frequent moderator and speaker at leading industry events, including HumanX, Ai4, and TechCon San Diego, where she facilitates conversations on AI innovation, adoption, and impact.

A passionate advocate for ethical AI, Alicia is committed to aligning AiNews.com with responsible AI journalism while advancing conversations around transparency, safety, and human-centered design.

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Patrick McAndrew, Contributing Writer

Patrick McAndrew is a responsible AI strategist, writer, and actor based in New York City. He is the Founder of the Future of Entertainment Alliance, a new initiative that advocates for human creativity in entertainment as emerging technologies like AI continue to revolutionize the industry. Patrick’s work focuses on the benefits of implementing responsible AI practices with expertise in entertainment and media. He currently works on the responsible AI team at HCLTech and has worked for the Responsible AI Institute and the Entertainment Community Fund.