World Summit AI Qatar 2024 Kicks Off on 10 December

The World Summit AI Qatar 2024 (WSAI 2024) will be held for the first time in the MENA region on December 10 and 11, 2024.

Under the patronage of the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) and organized by Inspired Minds, the summit will take place under the theme "Putting Humanity at the Heart of AI." Global experts will present in-depth insights into AI and its various challenges during the summit.

In a statement, the MCIT said the event aims to foster global dialogue on the technical and ethical dimensions of AI advancements, focusing on delivering innovative solutions that enhance the quality of life and contribute to achieving sustainable development goals. This unique platform will bring together experts and decision-makers from various sectors to exchange knowledge and insights on the future of AI globally.

The summit will feature the launch of several significant projects by the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology and other participating government entities.

One of the event's key highlights will be the "Qatar Pavilion," which will include entities such as the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, the Ministry of Labour, the Supreme Judiciary Council, the Public Prosecution, and Qatar University. The pavilion will showcase innovative initiatives in AI and their role in driving digital transformation in alignment with Qatar National Vision 2030. This participation provides a valuable opportunity for knowledge exchange and exploring new frameworks for collaboration with local and international partners.

The summit will focus on four key pillars: Responsible AI and Governance, Human-AI convergence, Generative AI and Large Language Models, and Accelerating AI Adoption. It will also address various discussion topics, including Generative AI, ethical governance of modern technologies, and accelerating the adoption of technological solutions. Additionally, it will emphasize the importance of public-private sector collaboration to develop technologies that serve society and meet its needs.

Discussions will cover a wide range of topics, such as balancing technological progress with human values, exploring intersections between AI and psychology, and analyzing the structural determinants of current AI systems. The summit will also explore the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration to understand AIs impact on human life and its potential to shape a better future for humanity. Discussions will further highlight the unpredictable nature of AI development, with a particular focus on the ethical considerations involved in creating reliable and safe AI systems.

(QNA)