Gareth Workman, Kainos, Suzi Murtagh, Allstate NI, Paul McCoy, Invest NI, Laura McClean, Synechron NI, David Crozier CBE, AI Collaboration Centre (AICC).
Ireland’s leading AI focused conference, AI Con will once again draw hundreds of experts, researchers and innovators together to explore the latest developments in AI and machine learning.
The popular conference will return to Titanic Belfast on Thursday, 3 October.
Over 400 technologists and business leaders will gather to hear from global experts in the Artificial Intelligence space, including representatives from the University College Dublin Innovation Academy, Beyond Reach Consulting Limited, Kainos, Axial3D, and ASOS.
Now in its sixth year, AI Con will feature a twin-track approach with two programmes running simultaneously: ‘AI Now’ and ‘AI Next’.
AI Now will delve into the current state of the art, covering topics such as developing and operating AI-based systems, Regulation, responsible AI, and societal and economic impacts, among other subjects.
AI Next will explore the cutting edge of AI research and developing, including emerging approaches, methodologies, models and technology.
The conference will explore best practice for leveraging AI in a safe, transparent, and accountable way, and will also provide insights into the opportunities and challenges presented by a rapidly evolving AI landscape.
Dr. Lollie Mancey, Programme Director for Innovation and Entrepreneurship at University College Dublin's Innovation Academy, will deliver the keynote address at AI Con, drawing from her extensive experience in digital transformation, technology, and resilience.
Currently, Dr. Mancey is working on a TV project exploring technological innovations in Ireland that could shape society by 2050. This project aligns with her involvement in RTÉ's "Welcome to Futureville," which envisions Athlone as a futuristic city, addressing challenges such as housing, transport, and the environment, and creating a virtual reality model of the town in 2050.
Other notable speakers include Patricia Shaw, CEO of Beyond Reach Consulting Limited; Rory Hanratty, Chief Technology Officer at Axial3D; and Suzanne Brink, Head of AI Ethics and Governance at Kainos.
William Hamill, Head of Engineering in Digital Services at Kainos, will chair a panel discussion on creating an AI Avatar that can engage in a real-time dialogue with multiple participants. The session will feature live participation from said AI Panellist.
AI Con 2024 will be hosted by Kainos, supported by Allstate, Invest NI, Matrix, Synechron, Belfast City Council and the Artificial Intelligence Collaboration Centre (AICC). The event will contribute to the debate on the responsible advancement of AI technology by showcasing global examples of both the risks and opportunities of AI.
Additionally, on Friday 4 October 2024, the AICC will host exclusive AI workshops at Ulster University, open to all AI Con 2024 conference attendees.
For further information or registration details, please visit: https://ai-con.ai/.
Kainos Group Chief Technology Officer and Director of Innovation Tom Gray said:
“This year, the conference will feature dual tracks, ‘AI Now’ and ‘AI Next,’ looking at how we use AI currently and then looking forward at how AI will evolve in the future, covering topics such as AI in creativity, responsible AI, industry impacts, and sustainability.”
“With so much information available about AI and its potential, our goal at AI Con is to support a responsible and innovative AI ecosystem that not only advances technological capabilities but also prioritises ethical considerations and societal impact.”