Dr. Ivan Poupyrev is an award-winning inventor, engineer, and technical leader with over 20 years of experience at the forefront of interactive technologies. Recognized for his groundbreaking contributions to human-computer interaction and AI development, Dr. Poupyrev is a key innovator in advancing the field of AI. As Co-founder, CEO, and CTO of Archetype AI, he is leading the charge in developing Newton, a first-of-its-kind physical AI foundational model that is capable of perceiving, understanding, and reasoning about the world. Dr. Poupyrev has a remarkable track record of developing technologies that have been integrated into millions of products, having held pivotal roles at Google’s Advanced Technology and Projects, Walt Disney Imagineering Research Division, and Sony Corporate Research Labs in Tokyo. His expertise and forward-thinking approach continue to shape the future of AI and interactive technology. Ivan has spoken at TED, where he discussed how everyday objects can transform into computational devices, and the Digital Orthopedics Conference on "Physical AI." Ivan holds an M.S. in Applied Mathematics and Computer Science from Moscow Airspace University and a Ph.D. in Computer Science from Hiroshima University.
