Choose Your Own Dystopia: How Our Decisions on AI Can Lead Us to Different Futures

Saturday, July 13, 2024: 10:00 am (Little Theatre): This talk explores the pivotal role of AI in shaping divergent futures, drawing inspiration from sci-fi movies, series, video games, and books as cautionary tales. Delving into the ethical and socia...

Saturday, July 13, 2024: 10:00 am (Little Theatre): This talk explores the pivotal role of AI in shaping divergent futures, drawing inspiration from sci-fi movies, series, video games, and books as cautionary tales. Delving into the ethical and social implications of AI development, Laura will navigate through imagined scenarios, from utopian promises to dystopian nightmares. Through engaging examples from pop culture, attendees will confront the ethical dilemmas of AI governance, gaining insights to navigate the complex intersection of technology and humanity. This presentation is a call to action, empowering attendees to shape a future where AI serves as a force for good rather than a harbinger of dystopia.

Laura Upegui