Good AI: Perspectives on accelerating AI adoption
Tuesday, June 25, 2024
Join us to explore the impact of the Voluntary Code of Conduct on the Responsible Development and Management of Advanced Generative AI Systems. This discussion will delve into whether this code can truly guide us towards a responsible AI future.
The code, introduced by the Ministry of Innovation, Science and Industry, aims at fostering public trust in AI technologies, intending to accelerate adoption.
But what are the implications for the broader society? Can a voluntary code guarantee a future where AI is developed and used responsibly?
This engaging panel discussion featuring education leaders, computer science researchers and industry experts, will delve into…
Come ready to engage! This interactive event will encourage questions, debates and collaborative efforts to develop actionable strategies in response to the Ministry's call for accelerated AI adoption.
Snacks and refreshments will be provided
The code, introduced by the Ministry of Innovation, Science and Industry, aims at fostering public trust in AI technologies, intending to accelerate adoption.
But what are the implications for the broader society? Can a voluntary code guarantee a future where AI is developed and used responsibly?
This engaging panel discussion featuring education leaders, computer science researchers and industry experts, will delve into…
- Broader implications of accelerating AI adoption beyond economic impacts
- Insights hopes, and concerns about the potential societal changes, ethical considerations, and regulatory challenges that come with AI
Come ready to engage! This interactive event will encourage questions, debates and collaborative efforts to develop actionable strategies in response to the Ministry's call for accelerated AI adoption.
Snacks and refreshments will be provided
Location
Communitech Hub
2nd Floor Caf
151 Charles Street West, Suite 100, Kitchener, Ontario, Canada, N2G 1H6
2nd Floor Caf
151 Charles Street West, Suite 100, Kitchener, Ontario, Canada, N2G 1H6
Date & Time
June 25, 2024
4 - 6 p.m.
4 - 6 p.m.
Speakers
Head of Ventures, AltaML
Craig Haney is a leader in commercializing innovation and championing the technology ecosystem. As Head of Ventures at AltaML, he drives the growth of new and existing ventures. With Extensive experience at some of Canada's top tech companies, including Canadian Tire and ApplyBoard, Craig has successfully overseen innovation and technology iniviatives, and currently serves on the board for Propel Acclerator.
Senior Product Manager, Vidyard
Vince Yang is currently a Senior Product Manager at Vidyard, but throughout his 7-year career in Product Management, he's worked in diverse B2B landscapes spanning content collaboration software, healthcare, and marketing & sales technologies. Most recently, he led the development and launch of Vidyard's latest AI innovation, AI Avatars. He's invigorated by the transformative potential unlocked by the latest advancements in Generative AI, envisioning a future where technology catalyzes genuine human interactions.
Director of Writing Programs, Arizona State University
Kyle Jensen is a Professor of English and Director of Writing Programs at Arizona State University. He has authored or co-edited six books, including "Kenneth Burke’s Weed Garden" (Penn State University Press, 2022). His research on writing instruction, AI, and public literacy has been featured in The Washington Post and Times Higher Education, with NEH support. He is working on two new books: "Time to Listen" and "Story Problems: How to be Curious About Generative AI."
Associate Professor of Computer Science, University of Waterloo
Edith Law is an Associate Professor and Director of the Augmented Intelligence Lab at the University of Waterloo. She was a postdoctoral fellow at Harvard and holds a Ph.D. from Carnegie Mellon. Her research interests include social computing, human-machine interaction, and designing technology to promote human values. Her work has received awards at CHI, CSCW, and DIS conferences, and is funded by NSERC and CFI-JELF. She is currently focused on designing tools and systems for value discovery and collaboration.
Event Moderator
Professor, University of Waterloo
Dr. Marcel O’Gorman, University Research Chair and Professor of English, is the Founding Director of the Critical Media Lab (CML) at Communitech Hub in Kitchener. He teaches, leads projects, and directs workshops in digital design and the philosophy of technology. He is a published author with works including E-Crit and Necromedia, and articles in Slate, The Atlantic, and The Globe and Mail.
Location
Communitech Hub®
151 Charles Street West, Suite 100,
Kitchener, Ontario, Canada, N2G 1H6
Limited parking is available for up to two hours in the Tannery visitor lot, located at Charles and Victoria St. on a first-come, first-served basis. If the visitor lot is full, or if you plan to be on site for longer than 2 hours, please refer to this map of City of Kitchener on-street and parking lot options.
151 Charles Street West, Suite 100,
Kitchener, Ontario, Canada, N2G 1H6
Limited parking is available for up to two hours in the Tannery visitor lot, located at Charles and Victoria St. on a first-come, first-served basis. If the visitor lot is full, or if you plan to be on site for longer than 2 hours, please refer to this map of City of Kitchener on-street and parking lot options.