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15-16 APRIL 2025

 

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  • Tuesday 15th
  • 07:30 - 09:20
    REGISTRATION
  • 09:20 - 09:25
    WELCOME InspiredMinds! Sarah Porter, CEO and Founder, InspiredMinds, UN Advisor LAWS
    • Sarah Porter, CEO and Founder, InspiredMinds, UN Advisor LAWS

  • 09:25 - 09:30
    WELCOME to Montréal
  • 09:30 - 09:35
    WELCOME and chairperson’s opening remarks Fiona McEvoy, Technology & AI Ethics Writer/Researcher & Founder, YouTheData.com
    • Fiona McEvoy, Technology & AI Ethics Writer/Researcher & Founder, YouTheData.com

  • 09:35 - 10:00
    HEADLINER: From data to empathy: Redefining collaboration between humans and machines Jason Snyder, Global Chief Technology Officer, Momentum Worldwide

    AI is no longer just about processing data—it’s about understanding context, emotions, and intent to collaborate with humans in more meaningful ways. In this session, Jason Snyder will explore how intersubjective AI, infused with emotional intelligence and ethical design, transforms industries. From improving patient outcomes in healthcare to creating immersive customer experiences in marketing, this session will showcase how AI can evolve from being a tool to becoming a true partner. Attendees will gain practical insights into designing AI systems that think and feel with us, creating a more empathetic and connected future.

    • Jason Snyder, Global Chief Technology Officer, Momentum Worldwide

  • 10:00 - 10:20
    HEADLINER: Raquel Urtasun, Founder & CEO, Waabi

    As AI advances, deep reasoning models are transforming how machines understand and generate language, enabling responses that feel more natural, empathetic, and contextually aware. By going beyond surface-level interactions, these models grasp nuance, intent, and even emotion, bringing AI closer to truly human-like communication. This session will explore how deep reasoning enhances AI’s ability to adapt, respond, and engage meaningfully, as well as the challenges and opportunities in creating more intuitive and intelligent systems.

    • Raquel Urtasun, Founder & CEO, Waabi

  • 10:20 - 10:45
    IN CONVERSATION Chandra Donelson, Author of The Data Detective and CDAO, USSF (United States Space Force) will be talking to Monique van Dusseldorp, Content Director, InspiredMinds!

    *Chandra Donelson is speaking in her personal capacity.

    • Chandra Donelson, Author of The Data Detective and CDAO, USSF (United States Space Force) will be talking to Monique van Dusseldorp, Content Director, InspiredMinds!

  • 10:45 - 11:05
    REFRESHMENTS AND NETWORKING
  • WORLD SUMMIT AI PLENARY: Chair: Fiona McEvoy, Technology & AI Ethics Writer/Researcher & Founder, YouTheData.com
    • 11:05 - 11:35
      PANEL DISCUSSION: AI Safety and Governance: Navigating the Path to Ethical and Responsible Innovation Moderator:
      Alyssa Lefaivre Škopac, Director of AI Trust & Safety, Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute (Amii)
      Panellists:
      Ashley Casovan, Managing Director, AI Governance Center, International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP)
      Kevin Kiley, President, Airia

      This panel will discuss best practice to tackle the pressing challenges and opportunities in the responsible development and deployment of AI

      • Ensuring AI Alignment with Human Values:
      • Regulatory Approaches to AI Governance:
        • Analyzing global and regional approaches to AI regulation (EU AI Act, US AI Strategy, etc.).
        • The role of governments vs. private companies in shaping AI policy.
      • Ethical AI in High-Risk Domains:
        • Addressing AI’s role in sensitive fields like healthcare, criminal justice, and national security.
        • Implementing safeguards to avoid harmful consequences in these sectors.
      • Collaboration Across Stakeholders:
        • Fostering collaboration between governments, tech companies, academics, and civil society.
        • Promoting international dialogue and agreements on AI safety and governance.
      • Moderator:

      • Alyssa Lefaivre Škopac, Director of AI Trust & Safety, Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute (Amii)

      • Panellists:

      • Ashley Casovan, Managing Director, AI Governance Center, International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP)

      • Kevin Kiley, President, Airia

    • 11:40 - 12:00
      HEADLINER: Unlocking Trust: The Blueprint for AI Safety Pamela Snively, Chief Data & Trust Officer, TELUS Communications

      In a world where AI is transforming industries at lightning speed, how can organizations build trust while driving innovation? Join Pam Snively as she shares powerful insights from TELUS’ globally recognized journey in responsible AI and data enablement.

      This compelling talk will equip leaders with the tools to foster trust inside and outside their organizations, design ethical AI frameworks that fuel innovation, and harness the true potential of data. With deep expertise in AI governance, data ethics, and privacy, Pam will reveal real-world strategies to navigate the complexities of AI safely, and explore the critical intersection of trust, technology, and responsible innovation in today’s AI-driven world.

      • Pamela Snively, Chief Data & Trust Officer, TELUS Communications

    • 12:05 - 12:25
      HEADLINER: From Lab to Launchpad - Overcoming Enterprise Adoption Hurdles Durga Kota, Chief Technology Officer, Fujitsu North America

      Can AI truly transcend the lab and revolutionize industries? This session challenges us to move beyond theoretical potential and confront the realities of applied AI. We’ll dissect the hurdles of enterprise adoption – data silos, workflow fragmentation, and the crucial element of trust – and explore how strategic partnerships can pave the way for real-world impact. But the journey doesn’t stop there. We’ll peer into the future of Agentic AI, questioning what it will take to unleash the power of autonomous agents within our organizations. Are we ready to redefine work itself, or will the path to agentless services remain a distant horizon? Join us to grapple with the transformative power of AI, from driving immediate value to shaping the very nature of enterprise operations.

      • Durga Kota, Chief Technology Officer, Fujitsu North America

    • 12:30 - 12:50
      HEADLINER: Unlocking the Power of Confidential Computing: Securing Data in Use

      Confidential computing is transforming the landscape of data privacy and security by enabling the processing of sensitive data in a secure and isolated environment, even while it’s actively in use. In this session, we will explore the key concepts and emerging technologies behind confidential computing, including trusted execution environments (TEEs), hardware-based security measures, and their real-world applications. You will gain an understanding of how confidential computing mitigates the risks of data breaches and ensures compliance with privacy regulations, empowering organizations to leverage sensitive data without compromising security.

  • TRACK 1: WORKSHOPS
    • 11:05 - 12:05
      WORKSHOP 1 – 60 mins: Say Whaaat?! AI Adoption In Your Company Does Not Need to Take Months and Cost Hundreds of Thousands of Consultant Dollars Patrick St-Amant, Co-Founder & Chief Technology Officer, Zetane Systems
      Guillaume Hervé, Co-Founder & Chief Executive Officer, Zetane Systems

      Many companies are being left behind in AI transformation because they are being pitched old, expensive, time-consuming schedules that do not guarantee results or employee adoption. Having completed over 40 industrial and business AI projects, the CEO and CTO of Zetane will share their real-world experiences and divulge how your company can save millions, and bypass traditional long-cycle AI projects, to achieve results, safely. Whether your AI strategy is to do it yourself, do it with a partner, or completely outsource it, you will see how months of development time can be saved by avoiding costly mistakes involved in the waterfall process of POC, MVPs, MLOps and Deployment. In this session, our team will walk you through the process to help demystify pipelines and explain a more efficient way of developing robust AI-powered tools that everyone in your organization will want to use.

      • Patrick St-Amant, Co-Founder & Chief Technology Officer, Zetane Systems

      • Guillaume Hervé, Co-Founder & Chief Executive Officer, Zetane Systems

    • 12:15 - 12:45
      WORKSHOP 2 – 30 mins: Next Gen LLMOps: Modern practices to operate Gen AI safely and efficiently Jérémie Farret, Chief Executive Officer/ Chief Technology Officer, Mind in a Box

      This workshop presents “Next Gen LLMOps”, modern LLM practices to operate your gen AI model safely and harmoniously with your data, either enriching its input (RAG) or generating new data from it (Deep Data). 

       

      With countless gen AI solutions emerging all over the world, the question of using these solutions safely and efficiently, as well as customizing them for a better fit with your operations, comes up more and more frequently. While terms like DevOps, DataOps, even MLOps have been coined over the years to refer to the rationalisation of practices linked to development, data processing or machine learning, LLMOps is an emerging term linked to Large Language Models practices. 

       

      LLMOps aims to solve difficulties ranging from aggressive user licenses all the way to geopolitics. This workshop will focus on presenting some simple, pragmatic solutions which can help overcoming these difficulties : from deploying on premise architectures to hybrid infrastructure, we will review how gen AI models can be put to use to your benefit, while minimizing the risks. Implanted, real world examples will illustrate these solutions.

      • Jérémie Farret, Chief Executive Officer/ Chief Technology Officer, Mind in a Box

  • 12:50 - 13:40
    LUNCH AND NETWORKING - Join the Snowball fight!! More info to follow…
  • WORLD SUMMIT AI PLENARY: Chair: Fiona McEvoy, Technology & AI Ethics Writer/Researcher & Founder, YouTheData.com
    • 13:40 - 14:25
      DEBATE: This House Believes That AI’s Growing Autonomy Will Lead to a Loss of Human Control

      We will explore the concerns surrounding AI’s increasing independence in decision-making processes and its potential to outpace human oversight. Proponents argue that as AI becomes more self-reliant, it could evolve beyond human comprehension, leading to unintended consequences and a fundamental shift in societal structures. Opponents, however, maintain that AI’s autonomy will remain ultimately controllable and will empower humans to solve complex global challenges more effectively. This debate delves into the risks of diminished human agency, the ethical implications of machine-led governance, and whether safeguards can be implemented to ensure AI remains a tool for human enhancement, rather than a force that undermines it.

    • 14:30 - 14:50
      AI IN ACTION: ENTERPRISE STORY: Driving business value through ML and decision intelligence-enabled innovative solutions to provide enhanced services for the future. Ritesh Bansal, VP of Analytics Data, Insights and AI/ML Platform, Autodesk

      The integration of machine learning (ML) and decision intelligence is revolutionizing business operations by providing advanced, data-driven solutions that enhance service delivery and drive value. By leveraging ML algorithms for predictive analytics, optimization, and automation, organizations can streamline complex decision-making processes and unlock actionable insights. Decision intelligence frameworks, when coupled with ML models, empower businesses to improve accuracy, speed, and scalability of critical decisions in real-time. This session will dive into the technical aspects of how ML and decision intelligence are being used to build intelligent, scalable systems that enhance business outcomes, optimize resource allocation, and deliver high-performance services for the future. Participants will gain insights into the methodologies, tools, and architectures behind these innovations and how they can be applied to solve real-world business challenges.

      • Ritesh Bansal, VP of Analytics Data, Insights and AI/ML Platform, Autodesk

    • 14:55 - 15:15
      HEADLINER: Powering the Future: Leveraging Quantum Computing, Semiconductors, and Infrastructure for Seamless AI Deployment in Business

      This session explores the critical role of cutting-edge innovations like quantum computing and semiconductors in powering AI solutions. We will delve into the computing power, storage capabilities, and networking infrastructure that businesses must establish to handle the complex demands of AI. From traditional cloud computing to the emerging potential of quantum systems, we’ll examine the key factors driving AI deployment at scale. Additionally, we will explore how advancements in semiconductor technology, such as specialized chips for AI processing, are reshaping the landscape. Attendees will gain insights into the infrastructure requirements, challenges, and opportunities that companies must navigate to harness the full potential of AI and stay ahead in an increasingly competitive landscape.

    • 15:20 - 15:40
      HEADLINER: Ambient Agents: The Silent Architects of Seamless Interaction

      As technology evolves, ambient agents are emerging as invisible yet powerful facilitators of seamless digital experiences. These intelligent systems, integrated into the fabric of everyday life, work behind the scenes to adapt to user needs, automate tasks, and enhance decision-making without direct interaction. This session will explore the rise of ambient agents, their ability to sense and respond to contextual data, and how they can enhance human-computer interaction in ways that feel intuitive, personalized, and unobtrusive. Attendees will gain insights into the future of ambient intelligence, examining its applications across industries and the potential ethical considerations that come with creating such intelligent, yet invisible, systems.

      • Do they offer a step towards harnessing and using more generalized intelligence?
      • Examining the necessity of keeping humans in the loop as part of the ambient agent experience
  • TRACK 1: INNOVATION INSIGHTS
    • 13:40 - 14:00
      INNOVATION INSIGHT: Sustainable Data Centers with Waste Heat Utilization Scot Bryson, Founder, Orbital Farm

      As data centers scale to support the exponential growth of AI and cloud computing, the environmental impact of their operations is intensifying. A key but often overlooked issue is waste heat. This session explores how innovative heat recovery systems, integrating energy delivery and optimized for integrated applications, can transform communities & data center operations into sustainable, cost-effective, and environmentally responsible solutions.

      • Scot Bryson, Founder, Orbital Farm

    • 14:05 - 14:25
      AI IN ACTION: USE CASE: Harnessing the Power of AI in Telecom Siham Himer Soufiani, Chief Technology Officer, Major Accounts, Ericsson Canada

      As the telecommunications industry undergoes rapid transformation, AI stands at the forefront, driving unprecedented changes in network infrastructure, customer experiences, and business models. This discussion brings together industry leaders from Ericsson and Bell to explore how AI technologies, including GenAI, are shaping the future of telecom networks.

      • Siham Himer Soufiani, Chief Technology Officer, Major Accounts, Ericsson Canada

    • 14:30 - 14:50
      IN CONVERSATION: Unlocking Business Potential with Synthetic Personas: The Future of Data-Driven Decision-Making Karine Courtemanche, Executive Vice President and President of the Media Group, Plus Company Canada
      Veronique Dumas, Chief Marketing Officer, Alliance de l’industrie touristique du Québec

      Imagine on-demand, tailored AI focus groups, adapting to your every need. In this session, Karine Courtemanche, EVP at Plus Company Canada, will unveil a groundbreaking use case alongside Veronique Dumas, Chief Marketing Officer of the Alliance de l’industrie touristique du Québec, a frontrunner in tourism marketing innovation. They’re leveraging synthetic personas to revolutionize research, enhance tourism experiences, and transform marketing strategies. At the heart of this revolution is “Smart Persona,” a tool that facilitates authentic conversations with synthetic consumers, yielding continuous consumer insights that are reshaping the consumer research landscape. The “Canadian Traveler” case study demonstrates how AI is revolutionizing modern marketing, from product innovation and message positioning to scenario testing, all while adhering to stringent privacy and confidentiality standards.

      • Karine Courtemanche, Executive Vice President and President of the Media Group, Plus Company Canada

      • Veronique Dumas, Chief Marketing Officer, Alliance de l’industrie touristique du Québec

    • 14:55 - 15:15
      AI IN ACTION: USE CASE: Democratizing AI: Simplifying Infrastructure for Scalable, Cost-Effective, and Accessible Innovation

      AI has the potential to transform industries, but complex infrastructure and high costs often limit its adoption. By simplifying AI infrastructure, organizations can accelerate deployment, reduce costs, and enable seamless scalability, making AI solutions more accessible to businesses of all sizes. A streamlined AI stack minimizes the need for specialized hardware and technical expertise, lowering barriers to entry while fostering rapid innovation. This session explores how a simplified approach to AI infrastructure can drive efficiency, enhance adaptability, and unlock AI’s full potential across industries.

      by GMI CLOUD

       

    • 15:20 - 15:40
      INNOVATION INSIGHT: Engineering the Impossible: Building "It's What's Inside: The Game" for Netflix Luke Ballantine, Technology Director, AKQA

      AKQA built a world-first to support the release of Netflix’s new body swapping movie: It’s What’s Inside. This was the first video conference game in the world that allows players to train AI models on their voice and face, and allow players to randomly puppet one of their friends – in real-time!

      AKQA will unpack the creative journey behind ‘It’s What’s Inside: The Game’, developed over an intense six-week timeline. In this session, they’ll dive into the AI technology, design considerations, massive compute requirements, scaling challenges, and key insights that made this ambitious project a reality.

      • Luke Ballantine, Technology Director, AKQA

  • 15:40 - 16:00
    REFRESHMENTS AND NETWORKING
  • 16:00 - 16:40
    PANEL DISCUSSION: What do AI ‘Distillation’ and the Emergence of Cost-Effective AI Models mean for ethics and intellectual property in AI development?

    AI distillation and cost-effective models are reshaping AI development, raising crucial ethical and intellectual property (IP) questions. This panel explores the impact of model compression on transparency, fairness, and accountability, as well as the legal implications of deriving smaller models from proprietary or open-source systems. Who owns a distilled model? How do these processes affect original creators’ rights? Experts from AI research, law, and ethics will discuss these challenges and the safeguards needed for responsible AI innovation.

  • 16:40 - 17:00
    HEADLINER: Transforming Education with AI: Shaping the Future of Learning and Teaching

    Artificial Intelligence is rapidly reshaping the landscape of education, offering innovative solutions to enhance both teaching and learning experiences. From personalized learning pathways to automated grading and intelligent tutoring systems, AI is providing new opportunities to meet the diverse needs of students, educators, and institutions. This keynote will explore how AI is transforming traditional educational models, improving accessibility, and enabling data-driven insights to optimize learning outcomes. We will discuss the latest advancements in AI technologies, including machine learning, natural language processing, and adaptive learning systems, while addressing the challenges and ethical considerations in integrating AI into education. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how AI can empower educators to provide more engaging, inclusive, and effective learning environments, paving the way for a smarter, more connected future in education.

  • 17:00 - 17:20
    HEADLINER: Harnessing Generative AI for E-Commerce: Wayfair’s Practical Journey Fiona Tan, CTO, Wayfair

    Join Fiona Tan, CTO of Wayfair, as she shares a grounded perspective on how Wayfair is integrating generative AI into its core retail operations. From scaling personalization to improving product discovery, learn how Wayfair is applying AI-driven solutions in real-world scenarios—and the challenges and lessons learned along the way.

    • Fiona Tan, CTO, Wayfair

  • 17:20 -
    CLOSE OF SUMMIT DAY ONE
  • Wednesday 16th
  • 08:00 - 09:20
    REGISTRATION
  • 09:20 - 09:25
    WELCOME InspiredMinds! Sarah Porter, CEO and Founder, InspiredMinds, UN Advisor LAWS
    • Sarah Porter, CEO and Founder, InspiredMinds, UN Advisor LAWS

  • 09:25 - 09:30
    WELCOME and chairperson’s opening remarks Fiona McEvoy, Technology & AI Ethics Writer/Researcher & Founder, YouTheData.com
    • Fiona McEvoy, Technology & AI Ethics Writer/Researcher & Founder, YouTheData.com

  • 09:30 - 09:50
    HEADLINER: Moral Machines and Moral Intelligence in the Digital Age Wendell Wallach, Semi-retired: Scholar/Author/Activist, Formerly: Yale Interdisciplinary Center for Bioethics & The Carnegie Council for Ethics in International Affairs
    • Wendell Wallach, Semi-retired: Scholar/Author/Activist, Formerly: Yale Interdisciplinary Center for Bioethics & The Carnegie Council for Ethics in International Affairs

  • 09:50 - 10:10
    HEADLINER: How to overcome the biggest challenges in scaling AI

    Scaling AI presents significant challenges, from computational limitations and data bottlenecks to model efficiency and ethical considerations. As organizations strive to expand AI capabilities, they must address issues of scalability, cost, and performance while ensuring responsible deployment. Emerging technologies like quantum computing offer a potential breakthrough, promising exponentially faster processing and the ability to solve complex optimization problems beyond classical computing’s reach. This session explores the key obstacles in scaling AI, how cutting-edge innovations—including AI-accelerating hardware and quantum computing—are reshaping the landscape, and what organizations can do today to prepare for a quantum-powered AI future.

  • 10:10 - 10:45
    PANEL DISCUSSION: Will agentic AI revolutionize how we interact with technology and solve complex problems? Panellists:
    Aleksandra Faust, Research Director, Google Deepmind

    This panel will explore the implications of agentic AI in reshaping human-AI interactions and its potential to solve some of the world’s most pressing challenges. Experts will discuss the transformative capabilities of agentic AI, addressing questions around creativity, decision-making, and accountability. How can AI systems autonomously collaborate with humans to tackle global issues like climate change or pandemics? What role does trust play in these systems, and what safeguards need to be implemented to ensure ethical and equitable outcomes?

    Through this conversation, the panel will examine not only the technical and operational advancements agentic AI promises but also the broader societal and philosophical implications. The discussion will challenge attendees to think critically about how we prepare for a future where AI acts as both a collaborator and an autonomous agent, redefining the boundaries between human ingenuity and technological innovation.

    • What safeguards are required to protect against misuse or breaches?
    • How do we ensure these systems make decisions aligned with human values, and can demonstrate explainable decision-making processes?
    • Who is responsible when an agentic AI makes a mistake?
    • What is the potential impact on the job market?
    • Panellists:

    • Aleksandra Faust, Research Director, Google Deepmind

  • 10:45 - 11:05
    REFRESHMENTS & NETWORKING
  • WORLD SUMMIT AI AMERICAS PLENARY: Chair: Fiona McEvoy, Technology & AI Ethics Writer/Researcher & Founder, YouTheData.com
    • 11:05 - 11:25
      HEADLINER: Bringing AI Into the Physical World

      Examine how and why we are bringing general-purpose AI into the physical world to power the robots of today and the physically-actuated devices of the future

    • 11:30 - 11:50
      HEADLINER: Tal Arbel, Canada CIFAR AI Chair, MILA, Full Professor, Electrical & Computer Engineering, McGill University
      • Tal Arbel, Canada CIFAR AI Chair, MILA, Full Professor, Electrical & Computer Engineering, McGill University

    • 11:55 - 12:35
      PANEL DISCUSSION: Open Source vs. Closed: The Future of AI Development and Innovation

      As artificial intelligence continues to transform industries and society, the debate over open-source versus closed-source AI models has never been more relevant. This panel discussion will explore the key differences, advantages, and challenges associated with both approaches. Open-source AI has the potential to democratize technology, fostering collaboration, transparency, and innovation. However, concerns around security, intellectual property, and quality control remain. On the other hand, closed-source AI models often promise more robust, secure, and commercially viable solutions, but they can also limit accessibility and community-driven progress.

      Join industry experts as they delve into topics such as the ethical implications of proprietary AI, the role of transparency in building trust, and how both open and closed systems can coexist in the rapidly evolving AI ecosystem. Gain insights into the strategic decisions shaping the future of AI, and how organizations can navigate the complexities of choosing between these two distinct approaches.

  • TRACK 1: WORKSHOPS
    • 11:05 - 12:05
      EXECUTIVE ROUNDTABLE – 60 mins: Scaling with AI: How to unlock the value and shape the next phase of AI driven transformation Krish Banerjee, Managing Director, Data & AI Canada Lead, Accenture
      Hadi Skalli, Managing Director, Data & AI Quebec Lead, Accenture
      • Krish Banerjee, Managing Director, Data & AI Canada Lead, Accenture

      • Hadi Skalli, Managing Director, Data & AI Quebec Lead, Accenture

    • 12:10 - 12:55
      WORKSHOP 3 - 45 mins
  • 12:40 - 13:35
    LUNCH & NETWORKING

    Solution room: Create groups of 8 (round table set up) and let each attendee write down their problem on a piece of paper. Then, the whole table stands up and moves one seat to the left. Each person gets 7 minutes to write down solutions to the problem that is in front of them. Repeat until everyone is back in his or her own seat. It will leave the attendees with actionable solutions.

  • WORLD SUMMIT AI AMERICAS PLENARY: Chair: Fiona McEvoy, Technology & AI Ethics Writer/Researcher & Founder, YouTheData.com
    • 13:35 - 13:55
      KEYNOTE ENTERPRISE STORY: AI at Riot: Smarter Play, Stronger Creativity Wesley Kerr, Head of AI, Riot Games

      AI’s role in gaming is evolving beyond NPCs and scripted behaviors. In this talk, Wesley will share how Riot Games is exploring AI across two key fronts: Game AI and Generative AI. Riot’s portfolio of high-skill, session-based multiplayer games presents a perfect testbed for AI that learns, adapts and deepens our understanding of competitive play—unlocking new possibilities for gameplay, balance, and beyond. On the creative side, generative AI serves as a tool to support our artists, amplifying their unique human creativity rather than replacing it. While we’re still in the early stages, our goal is to build AI systems that enhance both player experience and developer creativity.

      • Wesley Kerr, Head of AI, Riot Games

    • 14:00 - 14:20
      HEADLINER Kevin Kiley, President, Airia

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      • Kevin Kiley, President, Airia

    • 14:50 - 15:10
      HEADLINER: How AI is Shaping the 21st Century Space Race Alicia Kavelaars, CTO, Orbital Outpost X

      With the emergence of AI technologies at the forefront of the 4th Industrial Revolution, space as the next frontier is becoming a reality. A growing ecosystem of space startups and government players is developing solutions that will affect every aspect of life on Earth, and expand human’s footprint beyond a single planet species. In this talk we will explore how AI is shaping this 21st Century Space Race, and in particular how it will enable a paradigm shift from deep vertical infrastructure, generally government led, to multi-stakeholder infrastructure where secure and resilient access will be essential.

      • Alicia Kavelaars, CTO, Orbital Outpost X

    • 15:15 - 15:40
      HEADLINER: Leveraging data to change the world
  • TRACK 1: INNOVATION INSIGHTS and DEEP DIVE TECH TALKS
    • 13:35 - 13:55
      INNOVATION INSIGHT: Machine Learning for Augmented Decision-Making in Postoperative Settings Youssef Helwa, Chief Executive Officer, FluidA Medical
      • Youssef Helwa, Chief Executive Officer, FluidA Medical

    • 14:00 - 14:20
      INNOVATION INSIGHT: Collaborating with Corporate Venture Capital Marc Silberman, Partner, Comcast Ventures

      From NVIDIA’s reported 40+ startup investments last year to recent AI-focused fund announcements from companies like Cisco, Salesforce, Databricks and IBM, corporate venture capital teams are more “in the mix” than ever. In this session, we’ll provide a background on the corporate venture ecosystem, current themes, and how a corporate investor can accelerate a startup’s journey. A specific focus will be on AI and how early-stage AI startups can leverage corporate capital as a way to grow their GTM activity, secure key POCs and more.

      • Marc Silberman, Partner, Comcast Ventures

    • 14:25 - 14:45
      INNOVATION INSIGHT: AI and Robotics at Work: Prioritizing Worker Well-Being While Unlocking the Benefits of Automation Shalaleh Rismani, Executive Director, Open Roboethics Institute

      While robotics has long been a key part of automation, the integration of AI into robotic systems is accelerating, making them more autonomous, adaptable, and capable of working alongside humans in complex environments. From AI-assisted industrial robots to autonomous logistics and service systems, these technologies have the potential to enhance job quality, improve safety, and boost productivity, but only if they are designed and deployed responsibly. Without thoughtful integration, AI-powered automation risks exacerbating job insecurity, skill gaps, and worker distrust.

      AI-driven robotics is not just about automation, it is about building a future of work that is safer, more inclusive, and economically sustainable. This talk will provide practical insights into how businesses, policymakers, and labour organizations can ensure that AI-powered robotics leads to better work, not just more automation.

      • Shalaleh Rismani, Executive Director, Open Roboethics Institute

    • 14:50 - 15:10
      INNOVATION INSIGHT: The next generation of biological foundation models based on a global biodiversity data supply chain Dr Philipp Lorenz, Chief Technology Officer, Basecamp Research

      AI in the Life Sciences is currently limited by a data wall given that the vast majority of life on earth remains undiscovered. Basecamp Research has built a global biological data supply chain from 5 continents, building a database of life on earth orders of magnitudes greater and more diverse than public datasets. Using this data advantage, the team has built new state of the art deep learning models. The company shares benefits with the stakeholders who originated the data in order to support our planet’s biodiversity.

      • Dr Philipp Lorenz, Chief Technology Officer, Basecamp Research

  • 15:40 - 16:00
    REFRESHMENTS & NETWORKING
  • 16:00 - 16:30
    HEADLINER: Safety First: Facilitating constructive and evidence-based discussion to advance AI safety Yoshua Bengio, Canada CIFAR AI Chair; Full Professor, Samsung AI; Professor, Université de Montréal; Scientific Director, Mila & IVADO
    • Yoshua Bengio, Canada CIFAR AI Chair; Full Professor, Samsung AI; Professor, Université de Montréal; Scientific Director, Mila & IVADO

  • 16:30 - 16:50
    HEADLINER
  • 16:50 - 17:15
    CLOSING PANEL DISCUSSION: Intelligent Learning: How AI is Redefining Education Panellists:
    Loni Mahanta, Chief Operating Officer & General Counsel, The AI Education Project (aiEDU)

    The promise of “AI for all” must be that everyone can take advantage of the technological revolution under way to ensure AI does not widen the technological divides within and between countries. So what is AI’s role in addressing current inequalities regarding access to knowledge and research?

    We will explore the transformative role of AI technologies in reshaping the landscape of both traditional education and learning at work. From personalized learning experiences and adaptive teaching tools to automating administrative tasks and enhancing accessibility, AI is paving the way for a more democratic, inclusive, efficient, and effective educational system across schools, universities, and workplaces. Our panel of experts will dive into the challenges, opportunities, and ethical considerations associated with integrating AI in both formal education and corporate learning environments. Join us for an engaging conversation about how AI is not just supporting, but revolutionizing the way we learn, teach, and develop skills in the 21st century.

    • Panellists:

    • Loni Mahanta, Chief Operating Officer & General Counsel, The AI Education Project (aiEDU)

  • 17:15 -
    CLOSE OF WORLD SUMMIT AI

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