AI as a Driving Force for Industry and Economy

October 18, 2023
10:00–10:45 (Asia/Dubai time zone)

About this session

Latest studies suggest that generative AI could raise global GDP by 7%, a significant effect for any single technology. In the light of persistent economic headwinds, could AI-powered productivity growth provide the boost needed to tackle our most pressing challenges?

Simultaneous interpretation in English and Arabic.

Speakers

MC
Mary Cummings
Director, Mason Autonomy and Robotics Center
George Mason University
PF
Pascale Fung
Chair Professor, Department of Electronic and Computer Engineering
Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST)
JL
Jay Lee
Clark Distinguished Professor; Director, Industrial Artificial Intelligence Center
University of Maryland
ZS
Zeina Soufan
Senior Anchor
Asharq News

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