AI for Good Global Summit 2024

29 May 2024 - 31 May 2024

Geneva, Switzerland and online

Session reports

14:00 - 14:10 Welcome address
14:30 - 15:15 State of play of major global AI Governance processes
15:15 - 15:45 Leveraging the UN system to advance global AI Governance efforts
16:00 - 16:30 The Government’s AI dilemma: how to maximize rewards while minimizing risks?
17:00 - 17:45 To share or not to share: the dilemma of open source vs. proprietary Large Language Models
17:45 - 18:15 Harmonizing High-Tech: The role of AI standards as an implementation tool
18:15 - 18:25 From principles to implementation – pathways forward
09:15 - 09:20 Video messsage
09:25 - 09:35 Opening keynote
09:35 - 09:40 Welcome remarks | 30 May
12:10 - 12:30 Organizing African talent to move humanity forward: Language technology for Africa
16:40 - 17:00 AI for Good Impact Initiative
17:00 - 17:45 Keynote interview with Sam Altman (remote) and Nick Thompson (in-person)
09:20 - 09:25 The role of standards in shaping a safe and sustainable AI-driven future
09:25 - 09:30 Welcome remarks | 31 May
14:00 - 14:05 Taking the pulse of the planet
16:00 - 16:45 Keynote interview with Geoffrey Hinton (remote) and Nicholas Thompson (in-person)
18:00 - 18:20 Global telecommunication and AI standards development for all
18:20 - 18:30 Closing Remarks

The AI for Good Global Summit will take place on May 29-31, 2024, in Geneva, Switzerland. The AI for Good Global Summit is the main event of the AI for Good platform organised by ITU in partnership with 40 UN Sister Agencies and co-convened with Switzerland. The summit aims to Identify practical applications of AI to advance the SDGs and scale those solutions for global impact.

The AI for Good Global Summit is designed to feature several interactive stages where the visitor can learn, build and connect. Stages will feature keynote speakers, cutting-edge AI solutions, pitching sessions, and performances by AI-inspired artists.

AI for Good is a year-round digital platform with weekly sessions where relevant stakeholders learn, build and connect to help identify practical AI solutions to advance the UN SDGs and other global development priorities. The platform aims to encourage cooperative efforts to assure reliable, secure, and inclusive AI technology development and equal access to its advantages.

Please visit the dedicated page for more information about the AI for Good platform and the upcoming sessions.