Ignite your curiosity with Manuela Veloso

Discover the potential positive impacts of artificial intelligence on the global economy. Jeremy Jurgens, managing director at the World Economic Forum, shares how AI adoption can help the world innovate processes, services, and experiences.

How can business leaders swiftly adapt to the evolving AI landscape with ethical responsibility? Kristian Kersting, Ph.D shares his insights on AI fostering social interactions and future transformations on the horizon over the next decade.

How can the financial services sector leverage the power of AI across products and within their organizations? Manuela Veloso, PhD, discusses applying her research in AI and robotics to the financial services space.

 How should we handle self-governance versus growing regulations? Stela Solar discusses how businesses can allow innovation to grow within regulatory boundaries, by emphasizing ethics, diversity, and augmented leadership.

What is India’s approach to scaling AI to build a citizen-centric digital economy? Debjani Ghosh discusses her vision for the future of AI in India and how emerging technologies are transforming the country.

How do we leverage AI and other intelligent tools to improve consumer experiences? Katia Walsh shares her vision and approach to AI and digital transformation to create value.

How do we leverage AI and intelligent tools to make better decisions? Cynthia Breazeal, Associate Director of the MIT Media Lab and Dean for Digital Learning at MIT Open Learning, shares her approach to social robotics, living with AI, and scaling learning opportunities for AI fluency.

How can AI reduce bias and improve transparency within talent management? Ashutosh Garg, CEO and Co-Founder of Eightfold.ai, discusses how leaders can apply AI solutions to improve their talent diversity, development, and retention.

How should leaders approach AI for HR to advance employment opportunities for all? Commissioner Keith Sonderling of the US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission discusses his approach to AI in the workplace and what leaders should consider when implementing AI for HR solutions.

How can AI influence the greater good?  From climate disasters to global health crises to economic inequities, AI can be applied to achieve real social transformation.  In this AI Ignition episode, Vilas Dhar, President and Trustee of the Patrick J. McGovern Foundation, inspires business leaders to think beyond their organizations to consider the social impact of technology adoption.