AI for Good: Harnessing Technology for Global Impact – Insights from Dr. Werner Vogels | September 18, 2024 | Faculty Hall, IISc Bengaluru

As Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to evolve, it is rapidly becoming a vital tool for addressing some of the world’s most pressing challenges.
Dr. Werner Vogels, Vice President and CTO of Amazon, is set to explore this topic in his upcoming keynote at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru.
In his talk titled “AI for Good,” Dr. Vogels will examine the potential of AI to drive progress toward the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly in areas such as climate action, hunger, and healthcare. He plans to highlight how AI innovations, coupled with democratized access to data, can foster global cooperation, with focus on the Global South and impact-native organizations.
Dr. Vogels will also discuss the importance of responsible AI, emphasizing the need for cross-sector collaboration between governments, industries, and enterprises to ensure that the deployment of AI has a positive and equitable impact on humanity and the environment. His address will likely include a strong call to action for stakeholders to design AI solutions that prioritize ethical considerations and long-term benefits. The keynote promises to offer valuable insights into how AI can be harnessed not just for technological advancement, but for the betterment of society as a whole.