Upcoming AIFOD VIRTUAL Seminar Series

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Introduction

The AI for Developing Countries (AIFOD) Forum is excited to present a series of seminars that delve into complex issues in the rapidly advancing field of artificial intelligence (AI) including the concepts of fairness, data sovereignty, democratization, and governance which have become central concerns, particularly for developing countries. Each seminar will bring together AI researchers, ethicists, policymakers, and industry leaders to discuss practical strategies and best practices for leveraging AI in ways that promote equity, security, and innovation across the Global South. Join us as we explore these critical topics and work towards ensuring that AI technologies serve as a force for empowerment and progress in developing countries.

1. AIFOD Seminar Series: “Is there a Fair AI? Exploring Equity and Justice in AI Development for the Global South” – 2nd July 2024, 15:00-16:30 Vienna Time

Fairness in AI is crucial, especially for developing countries. The first seminar will delve into the challenges of achieving fair AI across diverse cultural, social, and economic contexts. Topics include defining and measuring fair AI, addressing biases, ensuring diverse data representation, balancing ethics and AI benefits, implementing governance and policy measures, and exploring the economic implications of fair AI.

Registration link: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUrcOqrqDgqHtPC9Hg_1fR4TMw4L4uFjGxe

2. AIFOD Seminar Series: “Data Sovereignty in AI: Balancing Privacy, Security, and Innovation”- 6th July 2024, 11:00-12:30 Vienna Time

The second seminar of the series will explore how countries can balance data sovereignty with privacy, security, and innovation in AI. Key topics include the impact of data localization policies on AI innovation and collaboration, strategies to assert data sovereignty against tech giants, balancing data privacy regulations with AI advancement, cybersecurity strategies for protecting data assets, ethical implications of data sovereignty and cultural considerations, and leveraging unique data resources for competitive advantages in AI.

Registration link: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZErd-2orDssGdTPseyE2eJXtzX74c8qIfNw

3. AIFOD Seminar Series: “Democratizing AI: Strategies for Overcoming Cognitive Biases and Cyber Threats”- 9th July 2024,15:00-16:30 Vienna Time

This seminar examines strategies to enhance accessibility and security in AI, tackling cognitive biases and cybersecurity vulnerabilities. Key topics under discussion will include improving access to AI technologies, developing inclusive systems that account for cultural nuances, fortifying cybersecurity for digital infrastructure protection, addressing ethical implications of AI democratization, implementing policies and educational initiatives to promote AI literacy, and fostering international collaboration for resource-sharing and capacity building in AI.

Registration link: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIsf-mvqD4rGNBKSrOU_11fhJmqvrA4XlTe

4. AIFOD Seminar Series: “Pro-Regulation or Pro-Innovation? Navigating AI Governance in the Global South” -13th July 2024,11:00-12:30 Vienna Time

In the realm of AI governance, developing countries grapple with a pivotal choice: should they prioritize stringent regulations to mitigate risks or adopt a flexible approach to spur innovation? The final seminar will delve into the delicate balance between regulation and innovation in AI governance, focusing on key issues such as crafting regulatory frameworks that safeguard citizens while fostering economic growth, implementing regulations in resource-constrained environments, the influence of international standards on local governance, optimal timing for introducing AI regulations, the role of regulatory sandboxes, fostering public-private partnerships, and navigating global implications and geopolitical factors.

Registration link: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEvcOmsrj8vH9aoK00Wp8YTIlf6cKShR1Sj

Join us as we explore these critical topics in depth, striving to harness AI technologies as drivers of empowerment and progress in developing countries, leading up to the highly anticipated AIFOD event on July 17-18 in Vienna.