Remarks by: Michael “Mike” Bugembe – Deputy CIO, International Organization for Migration For Session 4: Data Rights Reconstruction and Distribution “Hello everyone, allow me to introduce myself briefly. I’m Mike Bugembe, and I’m a newcomer to the UN system. Since May 2024, I have been serving as the Director of AI Solutions at IOM, and…
The Morning Sessions of Day 2 at the Geneva Winter Summit The morning discussions of Day 2 at the Geneva Winter Summit delved into pivotal elements of AI development, implementation, and governance through three engaging panel discussions centering on algorithmic autonomy, late-mover advantages, and technical safeguards. Session 6: Algorithm Autonomy in the Digital Era The…
On the inaugural day of the 2025 Geneva Winter Summit, the esteemed AI for Developing Countries Forum (AIFOD) hosted its Senior Fellowship Conferment Ceremony, celebrating 26 exceptional leaders who have significantly advanced AI development and digital sovereignty within the Global South. This ceremony, which occurred just prior to the afternoon sessions, began with a heartfelt…
Partha Gopalakrishnan – Founder, PG Advisors Session 6: Algorithm Autonomy in the Digital Era I hope everyone enjoyed a delightful evening yesterday following our engaging session and the lovely reception. Today, I will introduce the themes of algorithms, agents, and autonomy, and help set the stage for our upcoming panel discussion. In my childhood, education…
Obadare Peter Adewale – CVO, Digital Encode Limited Session 8: Technical Safeguards for Data Sovereignty Good morning, everyone. I am Obadare Peter Adewale hailing from Lagos, Nigeria. I proudly represent the most credentialed cybersecurity professional in Africa, holding more than 58 professional certifications that encompass governance, risk, and compliance. In 2008, I became the first…
“Honorable delegates and respected colleagues, it’s a privilege to welcome you to today’s panel on the advantages of late movers in AI development. Small and emerging nations have a distinctive opportunity to bypass outdated technologies and adopt AI solutions that cater specifically to their needs. In contrast to established markets weighed down by legacy systems,…
The afternoon sessions at the Geneva Winter Summit: A Deep Dive into AI Development The afternoon discussions during the Geneva Winter Summit revolved around effective implementation strategies, enhancing technical capabilities, and fostering equitable AI growth across various regions. Here’s an engaging summary of the pivotal conversations: Session 9: Scene-Driven Technology Innovation The session kicked off…
“Welcome back from lunch, everyone! I’d like you to take a moment to envision an aspirational young girl in a classroom, consulting an AI chatbot for career guidance. Full of anticipation for her future—just as she should be—she’s instead steered towards a narrow path: the AI suggests she become an office assistant, placing undue emphasis…
Speech by Curtis B. Charles “Good evening, good afternoon everyone. It’s truly an honor to represent the Caribbean and the vibrant contingent of Antigua and Barbuda. Today, I’d like to take a few moments to discuss the empowerment of AI and share an example of the innovative steps we’re undertaking in our region. As the…
Good evening, everyone. I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to AIFOD for having me join this inspiring organization. A special thank you to Bernardo, Tianze, Velynne, and the entire team. I’m sure most of you are familiar with the parable of the three stonecutters. When asked about their work, the first stonecutter responds that…