Record levels of attendees assemble for the sixth World Summit AI Americas

London, Wednesday 14th February 2024

All eyes are on Montréal this April 24th and 25th as it plays host to the highly anticipated, globally-renowned World Summit AI Americas . This hotbed of innovation promises to be a transformative experience, bringing together the brightest minds and pioneering technologies in the AI ecosystem.

The sixth instalment of World Summit AI Americas is set to showcase an unparalleled lineup of key headliners, cutting-edge themes, and interactive tracks designed so attendees can learn how AI can be used equitably, inclusively and safely. From thought-provoking discussions to hands-on workshops, the summit offers a multifaceted exploration of AI's impact across industries, society and humankind.

The AI brains confirmed to speak include:?

• Yoshua Bengio, Canada CIFAR AI Chair; Full Professor, Samsung AI; Professor, Université de Montréal; Scientific Director, Mila & IVADO
• Joelle Pineau, Professor and William Dawson Scholar, School of Computer Science, McGill University; Vice President of AI Research, Meta?
• Lambert Hogenhout, Chief Data, Analytics and Emerging Technologies, United Nations
• Foteini Agrafioti, Head, Borealis AI & Chief Science Office, Royal Bank of Canada
• Doina Precup, Canada CIFAR AI Chair; Associate Professor of Computer Science, McGill University; Research Team Lead, DeepMind
• Andrew Zolli, Chief Impact Officer, Planet
• Jared Spataro, Corporate Vice President, Modern Work & Business Applications, Microsoft
• Onyinye Enyia Daniel, Vice President, Data & Analytics Strategy, Highmark Health
• Krish Banerjee, Managing Director - Data & AI Lead, Accenture Canada
• Sreedhar Sistu, Vice President, AI Offers, Schneider Electric
• Elena Fersman, VP Head of Global AI Accelerator & Head of Silicon Valley Site, Ericsson

And that’s not all. World Summit AI Americas is delighted to partner with even more industry heavyweights from the AI ecosystem. Commercial Partners include Accenture, Salesforce, Ericsson, Ville de Montréal, AtkinsRéalis, Zetane Systems, The CLIC Network, Coveo, Neural Magic, SimWell, Images et Technologie, Ayming, SGS, Experience AI Solution,?Nuage365 and Cette AI.

Under the overarching theme of "Shaping the Future of AI Together," World Summit AI Americas 2024 will feature:

Ethical AI and Responsible Innovation: Embark on a journey to navigate the ethical frontiers and responsible innovation pathways of AI, ensuring a future of trust and integrity.

AI for Social Good and Sustainability: Dive into the heart of AI-driven initiatives that are reshaping communities, championing sustainability, and unleashing the power of technology for positive social impact.

Emerging Technologies and Future Trends: Prepare to be dazzled by the latest breakthroughs, emerging trends, and visionary insights propelling the AI frontier into uncharted territories of innovation and possibility.

Industry Applications and Case Studies: Immerse yourself in real-world applications and transformative case studies spanning industries, from healthcare revolutions to financial disruptions and beyond.

The Augmented Workplace and Human-AI Collaboration: Step into the dynamic landscape of work transformation, where AI and human ingenuity converge to redefine industries, revolutionize workflows, and unlock new realms of productivity and collaboration.

Startup Showcase: Experience the pulse of innovation as dynamic startups unveil groundbreaking AI solutions, disrupt traditional models, and chart new frontiers of entrepreneurial excellence.

Attendees can engage with an eclectic mix of tracks and programme highlights that promise to thrill, inspire and elevate, including:

• Maximizing the AI Opportunity: Should we sprint towards an AI-powered future or take a careful walk, balancing innovation and safety?
• Democratising AI knowledge: Can we democratize knowledge around AI and Responsible AI so people can meaningfully understand the impacts, harms and opportunities of the single biggest technological innovation in a generation?
• AI adoption: What drives successful AI adoption in enterprise?
• Anthropocentric AI: How will the rise of Generative AI drive the conversation around the need for human-centered AI?
• Multimodality: Will the advent of multimodality usher in a new era of ‘Interactive AI’?
• Cybersecurity: How will LLMs and AI impact the cybersecurity landscape?
• Quantum Computing: Is a quantum apocalypse on the horizon?
• AI and the workplace: How should we prepare for the era of an augmented workforce?

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About World Summit AI Americas:

World Summit AI Americas is more than a conference. It is the world’s leading AI summit and community. It is a catalyst for positive change fuelled by innovation, meaningful collaboration and thought leadership. We thrive at the intersection of AI, equity and inclusivity, and take pride in our responsibility to chart the course for a prosperous future powered by tech that changes humankind for the better.

With a global network of industry experts, researchers, entrepreneurs, and policymakers, World Summit AI Americas aims to foster dialogue, inspire creativity, and drive meaningful impact in the AI ecosystem.?

Registration for World Summit AI Americas is open now . For the latest information, visit our website .

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