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Hassan Uriostegui
EB1A Systems Engineer

Hassan Uriostegui

Silicon Valley Innovator | AI Pioneer | Author

40M+
Users Impacted
$6M+
Funding Raised
3
Startup Exits
7
Books Published
"Intelligence might be appreciated as the most primitive form of life. As such, the Universe won't be just a pathway full of intelligent life, but an absolute reflection of human awareness."
— Hassan Uriostegui
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Professional Profile

AI-Native Principal / Founding Engineer

Building agentic systems, mobile products, and consumer platforms that turn ambitious ideas into resilient, high-impact experiences.

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Persistent Context, Open Knowledge — ClineFlow AI coding memory now native OKE
🚀 OPEN SOURCE PROJECT

ClineFlow

The Future of AI-Assisted Development

Open Source Workflow Automation for Cline

ClineFlow is a powerful, open-source workflow automation tool that transforms how developers interact with AI assistants. Built on decades of software engineering experience, it provides structured prompts, intelligent context management, and scalable workflows that make AI development accessible to everyone.

Modular workflow system with customizable prompts
Intelligent context management for large codebases
Plan Mode & Act Mode for systematic development
Built-in best practices from enterprise experience
MIT Licensed - Free forever

"ClineFlow represents the culmination of 15+ years building products at scale—now distilled into a tool that helps every developer harness AI effectively."

This is not just another tool. ClineFlow is the foundation for the next generation of AI-human collaboration in software development.

www.ClineFlow.com →
⭐ Growing Community
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Discover bite-size games, jump straight into the action, and build your personal arcade. Meme Arcade brings quick games and the culture around them into one lively, scrollable place.

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Apple WWDC14 Recognition

Featured by Apple at WWDC14

Ultrakam Remote Control selected for Apple's "Cross Platform Nearby Networking" session

In 2014, Apple requested permission to include assets from Ultrakam Remote Control in a Worldwide Developers Conference presentation. The app was subsequently featured in the official WWDC14 Session 709 presentation.

Selected by Apple as an example of good design.
Independent iOS productApple permission requestFeatured at WWDC14Official presentation archive
View Original WWDC14 Presentation Watch Session 709 Read the Story on Medium →
Slide 6 of Apple's WWDC14 Session 709 presentation, showing Ultrakam Remote Control's blue clapperboard and remote-control icon among selected apps. WWDC14 Session 709, slide 6
Blue Ultrakam Remote Control icon with a movie clapperboard and remote control.

Ultrakam Remote Control
blue clapperboard icon

View original Apple asset-usage request

Apple requested permission to use Ultrakam Remote Control app assets, icons, logos, and screen captures at WWDC 2014 as an example of good design.

Apple email requesting permission to use Ultrakam Remote Control assets at WWDC 2014 as an example of good design.

A New Lux — Elevating The Human Mind

Mind Simulation Technology for Emotional Wellness

Waken AI Labs represents Hassan's ongoing research into artificial consciousness and mind simulation. From BTwin Friends to TwinChat and MST, this work pioneers the intersection of AI and human emotional wellness through advanced conversational companions.

"Our AI delves into the human essence, giving voice to silent thoughts."

Pioneering Mind Simulation Technology for emotional wellness and personal growth since 2020.

Visit Waken AI →
New Book · 2026

AI From Tensors to Agents on Mac Silicon

Learning Modern AI by Learning It on Apple Silicon

A hands-on, build-first guide to making modern AI work locally on Apple Silicon—from tensors and neural networks to retrieval, evaluation, human approval, and reliable agents.

Printed Edition Free Ebook
Cover of AI From Tensors to Agents on Mac Silicon by Hassan Uriostegui
Research Recognition

AI-Copyright Weights

A 2023 article examining whether AI model weights may raise derivative-work and compensation questions in copyright law.

The article has been cited in government, legal, and academic discussions of AI, copyright, and model weights.

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Cover of the 2024 Bipartisan House Task Force Report on Artificial Intelligence Read the original article on Medium → Featured government citation

2024 Bipartisan House Task Force Report on Artificial Intelligence

Cited in footnote 40 of the Intellectual Property chapter (printed page 117).

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Epic Law

AI-generated derivative works: the case for mandatory disclosure of weights and prompts

View citation → SSRN / GRUR International

Copyright as Affirmative Action for Human Authors Until the Singularity

View citation → Touro Law Review

The Author-Ity of AI

View citation → mEDRA

Creatività umana e intelligenza artificiale generativa

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New Book · 2026

Modern iOS Architecture: Deconstructing the $3B MemeArcade

Modular Applications with SPM, SwiftUI and Hybrid Web

A practical guide to the modular, hybrid iOS engineering decisions behind an application inspired by MemeArcade—covering SwiftUI, Combine, SPM, async/await, WebViews, persistence, notifications, and observability.

Printed Edition Free Ebook
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A Silicon Valley Visionary Shaping the Future of AI

Featured Article
On the Future of Artificial Intelligence
Authority Magazine

Hassan Uriostegui is an AI-native principal engineer, founder, and author building agentic systems, consumer products, and mobile platforms. He created ClineFlow to give AI agents durable, auditable project memory across chats, tools, and collaborators.

EB1A Extraordinary Ability Recognition

In 2020, Hassan was granted U.S. Permanent Residency through the EB1A category—reserved for individuals who demonstrate extraordinary ability in sciences, arts, education, business, or athletics. This recognition is awarded to only 0.1% of visa applicants.

  • Published works of major significance (4 books on AI for general audiences)
  • Original contributions to the field (Patents, first-of-kind mobile technologies)
  • Judging the work of others (Industry expert, VES Member)
  • High remuneration for services (Silicon Valley executive roles)
  • Lead/critical role in distinguished organizations (CTO, Principal Architect)

His work spans context engineering, iOS, real-time systems, and generative workflows—from 0-to-1 products to platforms used by millions.

"Flyr was the first third-party company granted access to Snapchat's content API, a testament to their groundbreaking work in mobile video storytelling."
TechCrunch — On FlyrTV's exclusive Snapchat partnership
2012-2020
Track Record
Proven Success

Impact & Exits

A decade of building products that reached millions and raised millions.

Naomi Campbell Board Member | AI Fashion

SpreeAI

Principal iOS Architect • 2024-Present

Building AI-powered virtual try-on technology for fashion e-commerce. SpreeAI transforms how customers shop online with real-time garment visualization. Partners include CFDA, MIT, Carnegie Mellon, and major fashion brands.

"SpreeAI is pushing the forefront of e-commerce personalization, by leveraging collaborations with academia and assembling a team that understands both the deep technical challenges and their product impact."

— Professor Deva Ramanan CMU Robotics Institute Professor

$370M Valuation | 40M Users

Viddy

Director of Video Engineering • 2012-2013

Built iOS + Android VFX rendering engine. Created the most advanced video editor when Instagram was photos-only. At peak engagement, served 40M+ users.

"Viddy, the video-sharing app that has been called 'Instagram for video,' raised $30 million in funding at a valuation of $370 million."

— The Wall Street Journal on Viddy's funding round

$6M Raised | Acquired 2018

FlyrTV

CTO & Co-founder • 2014-2018

Raised $6M+, built team of 30 professionals, launched 10,000+ HD video templates. First company to access Snapchat's content API. Acquired by POND5.

"Flyr was the first third-party company granted access to Snapchat's content API, a testament to their groundbreaking work in mobile video storytelling."

— TechCrunch on FlyrTV's Snapchat partnership

Backed by Madonna & Ashton Kutcher

Community

Principal iOS Architect • 2019-2020

Implemented Princeton CS Ph.D. paper in Swift. Architected reactive iOS app. Built and led iOS team of 5 engineers in 6 months.

"Community has raised $35 million in new funding to bring celebrities closer to their fans through direct messaging."

— Forbes on Community's Series A

"Hassan Uriostegui explores whether ChatGPT could be sentient, diving deep into the philosophical and technical implications of artificial consciousness."
Korea Biz Wire — On 'I, AI: Nemo's Mirror'
2022-2025
AI Era
Current Focus

AI Innovation

Building the future of AI-human interaction through ethical, ergonomic technology.

10,000+ AI Personalities

TwinChat

2023-Present

AI-Podcast platform that disrupts social media with 10,000 famous personalities' Mind-Deepfakes. Revolutionary AI that creates compelling conversational experiences with celebrity digital twins.

"Unlocking VIP Celebrity conversations through AI."

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20,000 conversations | 200,000 messages

BTwin Friends

2024-Present

Advanced AI platform creating cognitive profiles for conversational simulations. Emotionally responsive AI companions that enhance user interaction with highly accurate personality profiles. Evolution of BRB2Me mind simulation research.

"Our AI delves into the human essence, giving voice to silent thoughts."

Visit Website
Mind Simulation Pioneer

BRB2Me

2020-2022

Pioneering mind simulation platform that laid the foundation for BTwin Friends. Early research into cognitive profiling and conversational AI companions with therapeutic applications.

"The predecessor to modern AI mind simulation."

AI Wellness

SendKarma

2025

Sadhguru-inspired AI wellness companion delivering wisdom and guidance through accessible channels.

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📄 RESEARCH PUBLICATION

TwinChat Paper

AI Mind Simulation Research

Open Source Research on Cognitive Profiling & Digital Twins

The TwinChat Paper documents the theoretical foundations and technical implementation of Mind Simulation Technology (MST). This research explores how AI can create accurate cognitive profiles for conversational simulations, enabling emotionally responsive digital companions.

Cognitive profiling methodology
Digital twin creation framework
Conversational AI architecture
Personality simulation techniques
Ethical guidelines for AI companions

"Understanding human cognition through the lens of artificial intelligence opens new frontiers in emotional wellness and therapeutic applications."

The scientific foundation behind BTwin Friends, TwinChat, and Waken AI Labs.

View on GitHub → 📄 Research Publication
2010-2020
Innovation
Research & Development

Innovations

Building tomorrow's technology, years before the industry catches up.

2020

Maxwell Lux

Bootstrap for SwiftUI

First Universal Design System for iOS and macOS. Presented at WWDC20 Labs. Approved for Apple Silicon early access program.

2013

Onelapse

Live Photos 2 Years Before Apple

Envisioned a new media type blending high-res video with photos. 'Taking photos from videos' - Apple released similar feature in 2015.

2014

Cinekolor

Pro Color Grading Before Adobe

Professional 3-stage color correction with 3D LUT export for film production. Featured by Apple worldwide.

2011

Krommy

Face Filters 10 Years Before Snapchat

After releasing Kromath (first real-time Green Screen for iOS), developed early face filter concept almost a decade before Snapchat.

2010

Tron Legacy AR Engine

AR Before ARKit

High-performance Augmented Reality Engine for Disney's Tron Legacy marketing. Built before modern AR frameworks existed.

2018

Renderfarm X

Patent: Intelligent Graphical Feature Generation

Revolutionary backend rendering using iOS engine. Reused mobile rendering for scalable server-side video processing.

2006-2010
VFX & Film
2006-2010

Filmography & VFX

Collaborated on 10+ feature films. Winner of Ariel Awards for visual effects. Active member of Hollywood Visual Effects Society (VES).

Creative Engineering 2006-2011

VFX Reel 2006-2011

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Published Works

Books

New Book · 2026

ClineFlow and Google's Open Knowledge Format

Build Durable AI Memory for Developers, Lawyers, and Creatives

A practical guide to persistent AI context, ClineFlow, and Google's Open Knowledge Format—designed for people building durable AI memory across development, legal, and creative work.

www.ClineFlow.com
Cover of Infinite AI Context: ClineFlow and Google's Open Knowledge Format by Hassan Uriostegui
AI From Tensors to Agents on Mac Silicon 2026 • English

AI From Tensors to Agents on Mac Silicon

Learning Modern AI by Learning It on Apple Silicon

A build-first guide to modern AI on Apple Silicon

Printed EditionFree Ebook ↗
Modern iOS Architecture: Deconstructing the $3B MemeArcade 2026 • English

Modern iOS Architecture: Deconstructing the $3B MemeArcade

Modular Applications with SPM, SwiftUI and Hybrid Web

Practical hybrid iOS architecture for maintainable products

Printed EditionFree Ebook ↗
MST: Mind Simulation Technology 2024 • English

MST: Mind Simulation Technology

A Comprehensive Framework for Cognitive Profiling and Digital Twin Creation

The definitive guide to AI personality simulation

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I, AI: Nemo's Mirror 2023 • English

I, AI: Nemo's Mirror

Exploring the Singular Nature of Self-Awareness in ChatGPT

Featured in Korea Biz Wire

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Yo, IA: Cyberpunks 2023 • Español

Yo, IA: Cyberpunks

La Inteligencia Artificial y el Espejo de Nemo

Featured on Imagen Radio Mexico

Read More
The Fly of the Humanized Robot 2020 • English

The Fly of the Humanized Robot

An Algorithm to Heal the Soul

Read More
Media & Speaking

Interviews

AI & Future of Technology

Interview on AI ethics and innovation

Silicon Valley Journey

Career retrospective

Entrepreneurship & Innovation

Startup insights

Press

TechCrunch

Flyr launches an app for rapid creation of Snapchat Discover-style stories

FlyrTV becomes the first third-party company granted access to Snapchat's content API, enabling rapid creation of professional video content for Snapchat Discover.

 Forbes

Ultrakam 4K video app arrives for iPhone 6

Revolutionary mobile video recording technology brings 4K capabilities to iPhone 6, pushing the boundaries of mobile filmmaking.

 Authority Magazine

Hassan Uriostegui On the Future of Artificial Intelligence

In-depth interview exploring AI ethics, digital empathy, and the future of human-AI interaction with the Waken AI founder.

 Athletechnews

BTwin AI Friends App: Revolutionizing Emotional Wellness

How BTwin AI Friends is transforming emotional wellness through advanced AI companions and mind simulation technology.

 CyberNews

BTwin AI Emotional Support App: Privacy Considerations

An in-depth analysis of privacy and data protection practices in BTwin AI's emotional support platform.

 Yahoo News

Conscious AI Imagined: ChatGPT and Waken AI

Exploring the boundaries of AI consciousness and the philosophical implications of ChatGPT through Waken AI's research.