“Top 5 Unforgettable Highlights from the AI for Good Global Summit 2023”
1. HRH Princess Beatrice Makes a Difference
The AI for Good Impact Initiative, established by the ITU, aims to harness the transformative capabilities of AI to tackle global issues and accomplish the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030.
This initiative was announced by HRH Princess Beatrice on the Centre Stage, joined by Frederic Werner, AI for Good’s Chief of Strategy and Operations, and Xu Chaofeng, Director General of the International Cooperation Department at the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT), China. A video message from Werner Vogels, Chief Technology Officer and Vice President of Amazon, further emphasized the significance of this initiative.
The initiative’s chair, Ebtesam Almazrouei, Founder and CEO of AIE3, is recognized as a Tech Visionary Leader. She will steer the AI for Good Impact Circle, ensuring the initiative’s mission to promote the scaling of AI across diverse projects and regions.
AI for Good is thrilled to have HRH Princess Beatrice @yorkiebea collaborating with us to cultivate an #AI future that’s innovative, collaborative, and focused on addressing some of the planet’s most pressing challenges at @ITU #AIforGood pic.twitter.com/0MxmXziR2G— AI for Good 🇺🇳 #AIforGood (@AIforGood) May 31, 2024
2. President Macron Shares Groundbreaking Tweet from Brain Waves
Machines need to evolve to meet human requirements, states Olivier Oullier, CEO of Inclusive Brains. His innovative team has designed an AI system that combines brain wave signals, physical movements, vocal tones, and physiological data to aid individuals with disabilities.
During a live demonstration at the AI for Good Press Conference, this revolutionary technology was displayed as a tweet sent to President Macron purely through mental intention, showcasing the extraordinary achievements of the compact yet passionate team at Inclusive Brains.
“Utilizing technology to align with people’s needs empowers them to not only perform simple tasks but also leverage these technologies for diverse applications,” explained Oullier.
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3. Accessibility Takes the Spotlight
Among the remarkable technologies unveiled this year is an AI-driven exoskeleton created by the French startup Wandercraft, aimed at transforming the lives of individuals affected by paralysis. Wandercraft’s journey began a decade ago, fueled by the ambition to create an exoskeleton that could facilitate walking for those with paralysis. The personal story behind this tech innovation is significant, as founder Nicolas Simon shared his family’s struggle with paralysis.
“My grandmother suffered from the disease, and amongst her ten children, seven inherited the condition—including my father, who then passed it on to my siblings. Today, two family members rely on wheelchairs,” he expressed.
This personal narrative ignited his passion to develop a new tool for mobility. Leveraging advancements in AI and robotics, Wandercraft’s exoskeleton is designed to assist those with mobility challenges. For paralympic tennis player Charlotte Fairbank, this technology has been transformative.
“I’ve been in a wheelchair for just over 16 years and seldom get to stand. The health benefits it brings, such as better blood circulation and bone density, are remarkable,” she shared.
Charlotte is optimistic about technology and AI’s role in potentially helping individuals walk again, highlighting the profound effects such innovations can have.
The powerful fusion of AI and robotics showcased at the summit illustrates a tremendous potential to enhance the quality of life for individuals with disabilities.
4. Global Standards Organizations Unite Against Fake News
The swift advancements in AI and generative AI technology have led to the emergence of deepfakes—complex manipulations that complicate our ability to distinguish truth from falsehood. As these technologies become increasingly common, ensuring safety, trust, and authenticity is critical.
The spread of misinformation fueled by AI poses significant threats, making transparency and accountability more crucial than ever. Additionally, content creators face hurdles in asserting ownership due to the influence of generative AI. International standards will be essential in supporting governmental measures aimed at tackling these challenges through effective policies and regulations.
During the AI for Good Global Summit, several standards development organizations (SDOs)—including the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), the International Telecommunication Union, the International Standards Organization (ISO), along with the Content Authenticity Initiative, the Coalition for Content Provenance and Authenticity (C2PA), the IETF, and JPEG—announced a collaborative effort to establish global standards for AI watermarking, multimedia authenticity, and deepfake detection technologies.
5. Woman-Led Start-up Claims Innovation Factory’s Top Prize
The AI start-up Stemuli, renowned for its trailblazing generative metaverse gaming platform, was crowned the winner of the Innovation Factory Grand Finale held in Geneva, Switzerland. Stemuli is redefining education through AI-customized learning and immersive career training, facilitating students in preparing for various careers via realistic simulations. By incorporating third-party educational content, they create engaging single and multiplayer experiences for millions of previously disengaged learners.
“We believe that every student deserves an engaging education that lasts a lifetime. Our aim is to personalize the learning experience for every child worldwide, and we are committed to utilizing AI and gaming for education and the future,” stated Taylor Shead, Founder and CEO of Stemuli.
Learn more about Stemuli here.
Watch an interview with Taylor here.
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