Description of session: 

This session critically examines the era of AI in business, reflected by Bill Gates' assertion that 'The Age of AI has begun.' We will explore the multifaceted opportunities AI presents, such as enhanced decision-making and operational efficiencies. Concurrently, we address key challenges including fairness, privacy, and systemic implications like job displacement and power dynamics. The discussion aims to provide a balanced perspective on leveraging AI as a strategic asset while navigating its complex ethical and practical landscape.

Who should attend this session?:

Anyone interested in the future use and role of AI for business.

what can participants except as key learnings of this session

Data is still the main component of AI, treat it as an asset.

The AI Act is needed.

Europe has a challenging time ahead in terms of AI.

Short bio about the lecturer(s) (include title that we should use in the marketing of the event.

David Martens is Professor of Data Science for Business, where he is chair of the Department of Engineering Management, University of Antwerp, Belgium. He teaches data mining and data science ethics to master students studying business economics and business engineering. David’s research focuses on explainable AI: explaining why these often-complex AI models are making certain decisions. His work has been published in high-impact journals, and has won several awards for his research, including Best European Paper of the Year in 2017 (CIONET). In his work, David has extensively collaborated with large banks, insurance companies and telco companies, as well as with technology startups. David is author of the book “Data Science Ethics: Concepts, techniques and Cautionary tales”, published by Oxford University Press.

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