Future of Humanity: Strong Foundations
Future of Humanity: Strong Foundations
Last Update: 11 August 2024
0229 EST
9 August 2024 | Welcome
5.30PM - 6.45PM
Pre-Summit Registration
- Location: The Waldorf Astoria Lobby
Welcome Dinner
- Location: The Presidential Suite, The Waldorf Astoria
7.00PM - 8.30PM
Welcome Reception and Drinks
- Location: The Presidential Suite, The Waldorf Astoria
8.30PM - Midnight
10 August 2024 | Summit Day 1
8.00AM - 9.00AM
Breakfast and Registration
- The Lincoln Library Foyer, The Waldorf Astoria
Collect your badge at registration & enjoy breakfast from 8-9 am.
9.15AM - 9.40AM
Welcome to the Future of Humanity Summit
Bryan Talebi, CEO and Co-Founder of Ahura AI
- The Lincoln Library, The Waldorf Astoria
Opening the Future of Humanity Summit is your host, Mr. Bryan Talebi. Bryan will share the idea and main principles behind the Future of Humanity Summit event and its vision for the future.
9.40AM - 9.45AM
AI Innovation with Integrity
Igor Jablokov
- The Lincoln Library, The Waldorf Astoria
10.00AM - 10.15AM
The Future of AI: Intelligence, Innovation, and Investment
David Mazehari
- The Lincoln Library, The Waldorf Astoria
09.45AM - 10.00AM
Gov 2.0
Amelia Gardner
- The Lincoln Library, The Waldorf Astoria
Investing in AI: Perspectives from Venture Capital
Patrick O'Kain, Denise Holzer, Kerry Leigh Miller, Moran Bar-Kochva
Moderated by: Matt Stepka
- The Lincoln Library, The Waldorf Astoria
Insights on the latest trends, opportunities, and challenges in the rapidly evolving AI investment landscape, offering valuable perspectives on where to place bets, how companies build lasting competitive advantage and who will be the next trillion-dollar titan!
10.15AM - 11.15AM
11.15AM - 11.45AM
Fireside Chat: The Overview Effect, AI and The Future of Space
Frank White, Rick Tumlinson
- The Lincoln Library, The Waldorf Astoria
11.45AM - 12.00PM
How to Thrive with AGI
Toufi Saliba
- The Lincoln Library, The Waldorf Astoria
12.00PM - 1.00PM
Lunch
- The Lincoln Library Foyer, The Waldorf Astoria
Short talk by author Jeff Higgins before lunch on his book, “The Forever Game” and the power of using fiction to educate people about AI. Get your signed copy at lunch!
1.00PM - 1.15PM
The Actual Existential Risk of AI
De Kai
- The Lincoln Library, The Waldorf Astoria
1.15PM - 1.45PM
Panel: AI Academics Safety vs Acceleration
Dr. Roman Yampolskiy, Allen Bolourchi, Toufi Saliba, John C. Havens
Moderated by: De Kai
- The Lincoln Library, The Waldorf Astoria
A session looking at different outlooks for the future of AI and its impact on humanity.
1.45PM - 2.00PM
Afternoon Remarks
Bryan Talebi
- The Lincoln Library, The Waldorf Astoria
2.00PM - 3.00PM
Panel: Intersection of Government and Industry
Patrick O’Kain, Trent Teyema, Chad D’Amore, Torsten Staab, Amelia Gardner
Moderated by: Bryan Talebi
- The Lincoln Library, The Waldorf Astoria
3.00PM - 3.20PM
Networking Break
- The Lincoln Library Foyer, The Waldorf Astoria
3.20PM - 4.20PM
Panel: United We Innovate: Co-Authoring a Declaration for Global Good
James A. Wolff (Esq), Laquelle Mari, Marcos Campos, Trent Teyema
Moderated by: Bryan Talebi
- The Lincoln Library, The Waldorf Astoria
In an era where artificial intelligence is rapidly evolving and increasingly shaping our lives and societies, the need for comprehensive, collaborative, and responsible guidelines has never been more pressing. As governments, NGOs, and institutions struggle to keep pace with AI advancements, the role of our AI community in co-stewarding this evolution becomes crucial. This panel brings together the co-authors of the Declaration of AI, a document symbolizing a unified commitment from diverse AI global stakeholders to responsibly guide the development and responsible deployment of artificial intelligence.
4.20PM - 4.40PM
Would you clone yourself? Lessons learned from building my AI digital human twin, Laila
Iliana Oris Valiente with Laila
- The Lincoln Library, The Waldorf Astoria
Imagine having a dynamic, lifelike clone version of you, that looks like you, complete with a 3D body scan and meticulously trained on your voice, ready to engage and interact with your clients, team, or the general public? Laila is more than just a visual avatar; she's an extension of Iliana - connected to a GenAI knowledge base and trained on every talk Iliana has delivered in the past year, every publication she's written, project case studies and a treasure trove of thought leadership written on numerous subjects. Iliana will share lessons learned about what it means to be human uncovered through building an AI twin, connecting this work to the broader trend of agentic computing and future collaborations between humans and machines.
4.40PM - 5.00PM
Self Sovereign AI – Building a Responsible AI Future
Amit Pradhan
- The Lincoln Library, The Waldorf Astoria
Building a future that is truly self-sovereign for each of us, requires a serious rethink of how AI is built, used, governed & monetized. This talk by Amit - an AI practitioner, investor and evangelist for over 2 decades, introduces the idea and necessity of self-sovereignty in a world that now runs on AI as its “foundational model”, and shows how it can work for each of us, including for some of the planet’s most vulnerable populations. As someone who sits on the board of the Norwegian Refugee Council, he understands the implications first hand.
5.00PM - 5.15PM
Day One Wrap-Up and Preparation for the National Archives Gala
Bryan Talebi + Luci Prosapio
- The Lincoln Library, The Waldorf Astoria
6.30PM - 10.00PM
Night at the Archives: Awards Gala + Signing of the Declaration of AI Independence
Special Performances by Ravé Mehta and DPAK
- The National Archives (701 Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20408)
11 August 2024 | Summit Day 2
8.00AM - 9.00AM
Breakfast and Networking
- The Franklin Study, The Waldorf Astoria
9.00AM - 9.15AM
Welcome to Day 2 of the Future of Humanity Summit
Bryan Talebi, CEO and Co-Founder of Ahura AI
- The Lincoln Library, The Waldorf Astoria
9.15AM - 9.30AM
AI & The Future of Employment and Income
Jim Clark
- The Lincoln Library, The Waldorf Astoria
It is hard to imagine any one nation, industry, community, or individual not being impacted by this transition to a world animated by widespread and unprecedentedly powerful AI, particularly as regards employment (and, of course, income). Society is structured in many ways around our careers and livelihoods - and the foundation of all of that is about to shift beyond belief. History and conscience are demanding that leaders urgently and very creatively explore innovative approaches to the massive challenges and opportunities ahead.
9.30AM - 9.45AM
Transforming Challenges Into Opportunities
Scott Schaefer
- The Lincoln Library, The Waldorf Astoria
Exploring the role of AI in shaping our future.
9.45AM - 10.00AM
AI Empowerment for CEO Innovators
Nikky Kho
- The Lincoln Library, The Waldorf Astoria
Understand how to framework your company and discover how AI can help and disrupt strategic choices.
10.00AM - 10.45AM
Panel: Women in AI - The Roadmap Ahead
Carie Bailey, Sarah Filipcic, Iliana Oris Valiente, Kerry Leigh Miller Moderated by: Maria Laws
- The Lincoln Library, The Waldorf Astoria
Leading women in artificial intelligence share their visions and insights on the future of the field. Discover innovative ideas and forward-thinking strategies that will shape the evolution of AI and its impact on society.
10.45AM - 11.00AM
Networking Break
- The Franklin Library Foyer, The Waldorf Astoria
11.00AM - 12.00PM
Ahura AI: Positioning the Workforce to Thrive in the Age of AI
Maria Laws
- The Franklin Library, The Waldorf Astoria
Experience the internationally renowned Ahura AI Masterclass format and explore various AI tools that can enhance both your work and personal life. Understand the wide-ranging benefits of AI, from increasing efficiency to driving innovation. Learn how Ahura's learning-related tools specifically support teams in integrating these technologies into daily tasks, building a more adaptive and future-ready workforce.
Lunch and Networking
- The Franklin Study, The Waldorf Astoria
12.00PM - 1.00PM
1.00PM - 1.15PM
The Intersection of Clean Energy & AI
Lester Crafton
- The Lincoln Library, The Waldorf Astoria
Exploring the immense energy demands of AI and potential strain on power grids, this session emphasizes the urgent need for sustainable, rapidly deployabe solutions to meet these demands without risking grid collapse. Proposed is a multi-step approach involving off-grid power systems, community-driven power generation, and leveraging underutilized assets.
1.15PM - 2.00PM
Panel: The Intersection of Technology & Healthcare Shubha Koneru, Dr. Mihaela Ulieru, Gary McCoy, Ravi Lam
Moderated by: Bryan Talebi
- The Lincoln Library, The Waldorf Astoria
How AI Can Optimise Health and Performance
2.00PM - 2.15PM
Precision Forged: From Legacy to Human-Centered AI
Shubha Koneru & Ria
- The Lincoln Library, The Waldorf Astoria
Join Shubha Koneru of Machani Robotics as she takes you on a compelling journey of precision learning that has defined her career and the evolution of a 100-year-old family office in Bangalore. This session explores how the relentless pursuit of purpose-driven solutions, starting from the company’s origins in transportation and precision manufacturing, has guided its ventures across various industries, ultimately culminating in the development of RIA—an advanced R&D social humanoid with compassionate cognition. Discover how this legacy of adaptive innovation has been tackling macro-issues concerning the needs of humanity.
2.15PM - 2.45PM
Networking Break
- The Lincoln Library Foyer, The Waldorf Astoria
2.45PM - 3.00PM
AI, the United Nations and the U.S.
Peter Yeo
- The Lincoln Library, The Waldorf Astoria
Learn about the UN’s involvement in digital technology and AI, and how it aligns with U.S. interests.
3.00PM - 3.15PM
Keynote
Sam Cassatt
- The Lincoln Library, The Waldorf Astoria
Panel: Public Private Partnerships
Matthew Rose, Gregory Johnson, Bryan Talebi, Dave Akerman Esq.
Moderated by: Jonathan Oggiono
- The Lincoln Library, The Waldorf Astoria
Discuss innovative models, risk management strategies, and real-world case studies of Public-Private Partnerships, highlighting their potential to drive infrastructure development and deliver essential services sustainably.
3.15PM - 4.00PM
4.00PM - 4.15PM
Networking Break
- The Lincoln Library Foyer, The Waldorf Astoria
4.15PM - 4.30PM
Where's my Space Station? Why 21st century technology still sucks Dr. Chris Boshuizen
- The Lincoln Library, The Waldorf Astoria
Popular culture would have us believe we are living in a technological Golden Age. It is the 21st century after all. But in reality, many technologies like quantum computers, fusion power and human deep space exploration seem as far away as ever. Through some amusing examples from film and TV I’ll show why we still can’t do the things most people assume we’re already doing, and provide some suggestions on how to fix that.
4.30PM - 5.00PM
Fireside Chat: Beyond Boundaries: The Case for Sentience
Marcos Campos, Jerome Glenn, Dr. Mihaela Ulieru
Moderated by: Laquelle Mari
- The Lincoln Library, The Waldorf Astoria
This multidisciplinary panel will explore the current state of AI and the implications of advancements in relation to sentience. Here we will delve into the motivations behind building sentient systems, examining the potential benefits such as enhanced problem-solving capabilities, personalized experiences, innovative breakthroughs, and beyond. At the same time, this panel will be addressing concerns, including ethical dilemmas, control and dependency issues, and social and legal impact.
5.00PM - 5.15PM
The Future of Interplanetary Contact
Ravé Mehta
- The Lincoln Library, The Waldorf Astoria
The SETI Institute has over 100 scientists searching for life beyond earth as well as studying life here on earth with a primary mission to answer the BIG question, “Are we alone in the Universe?” As the idea of meeting an alien race from another star system continues to capture our imaginations, Ravé Mehta will discuss the current state of “The Search”, and explore the next BIG question, “What happens after we make first contact?”
5.15PM - 5.30PM
Teaching Yourself to Fish
Terren Peizer
- The Lincoln Library, The Waldorf Astoria
5.30PM - 6.00PM
Day Two Wrap-Up + Closing Remarks
Bryan Talebi
- The Lincoln Library, The Waldorf Astoria
6.30PM - LATE
Night at The Pierce School
7.30-8.30pm, Special Performance by Ravé Mehta: Piano Meditation with Ravé
An immersive sound experience that transports you to other dimensions as you are taken on an unforgettable journey.
8.45-9.45pm, Special Performance by DPAK
An interactive, one-man-band experience featuring uplifting and transformational Arena Pop/Rock Anthems. DPAK will engage, inspire, and energize with a dynamic blend of violin, guitar, piano, beats, and soulful vocals.
9.45pm-LATE, DJs and Dancing
Enjoy music from some epic DJs, mingle and celebrate an unforgettable weekend with us!
12 August 2024 | Summit Farewell
11.30AM - 1.30PM
Farewell Brunch
- The Franklin Study, The Waldorf Astoria