GAIN Summit Highlights Governments' Role in Harnessing AI for Economic Growth

Riyadh: The countdown begins for the third Global AI Summit (GAIN Summit), set to take place in Riyadh from September 10-12 with a focus on enriching the global landscape of artificial intelligence (AI). The event will host over 300 speakers and AI specialists from 100 countries, convening at the King Abdulaziz International Convention Center.

Under the theme of leveraging AI for the betterment of humanity, the summit will focus on shaping ideas and insights that contribute to establishing frameworks and ethical guidelines for the use of AI technologies. It will also highlight the expansion of the benefits of AI solutions to fuel progress across various sectors, ensuring a brighter present and future for forthcoming generations.

The summit is structured around eight pillars, which will delve into examining the rapid advancements in industrial generative AI and its potential trajectory towards general AI. These pillars will also spotlight the role of governments in leveraging AI capabilities to drive economic growth, achieve national objectives, and foster social advancement.

Discussions at the summit will encompass strategic approaches to AI, talent development, bridging digital disparities for equitable access, and exploring the intersection of ethics, governance, and AI within education, culture, and sciences. Furthermore, the summit will advocate for responsible innovation for the benefit of society.

The summit's pillars will not only explore the dynamics between humans and AI but also investigate AI's capacity to enhance artistic expression and delve into the psychological aspects of human-AI interactions. Additionally, it will evaluate the material elements of AI, focusing on the innovation potential within computer hardware, supply-chain collaboration, and sustainable computing to drive economic growth and propel AI forward.

The summit will assist business leaders understand the rapidly evolving AI landscape with a focus on strategic decision-making, responsible leadership, and the impacts on productivity.

Over the course of three days, the summit's sessions and workshops will illuminate the practical applications of AI across various industries, offering into how AI is reshaping our lives. The summit will also examine the authentic role of AI in urban settings, with a specific focus on its influence on transportation, urban design, mental health, and resource management.

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