MIIS Talk & Book Signing: Humanity in a World of Thinking Machines

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Middlebury Institute of International Studies presents a free lecture by alumnus Olaf J. Groth as he speaks about his new book, Solomon's Code: Humanity in a World of Thinking Machines​​​​​,​​ on Friday, May 10, at 6pm at Irvine Auditorium in the McCone Building on the campus of MIIS. Professor Yuwei Shi will moderate this discussion. Book signing and reception will follow the talk and books will be available for purchase.

Whether in medicine, money, or love, technologies powered by forms of artificial intelligence are playing an increasingly prominent role in our lives. As we cede more decisions to thinking machines, we face new questions about staying safe, keeping a job and having a say over the direction of our lives. The answers to those questions might depend on your race, gender, age, behavior, or nationality.

New AI technologies can drive cars, treat damaged brains and nudge workers to be more productive, but they also can threaten, manipulate, and alienate us from others. They can pit nation against nation, but they also can help the global community tackle some of its greatest challenges—from food crises to global climate change.

Olaf Groth, PhD, is a global trends and strategy adviser.

Event Details

May
10
2019
Starts at:
6:00pm
499 Pierce St
Monterey, CA 93940
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