City Talks Amsterdam: AI Urbanism
After a successful first season, City Talks is back! City Talks is ITA's sip & talk show, in which we focus on our city’s talented creatives and change makers. Each edition we will connect one of our theatre performances to social topics, urban trends, and daily life. We invite you to grab a drink, join the conversation, and get inspired!
Location ITA Salon
Run time 60 minutes
Genre perspective
Language English
Questions may be asked in Dutch
Register for free admission and a free beverage
AI URBANISM
Get ready to embark on a journey through the bustling streets of urban innovation as we delve into the seamless integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into our cityscapes. From transforming transportation to healthcare monitoring and urban waste management, AI is revolutionising urban life as we know it. But this isn't just about technology; it's about the people.
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Join us alongside scientists, artists, and citizens as we explore what it truly means to live, work, and thrive in an AI-driven urban landscape. Together, we'll navigate the complexities of AI-infused streets, discussing not only the opportunities but also the ethical considerations that must guide our path forward. Let's pave the way for AI-infused streets that prioritise humanity above all, ensuring that our cities remain vibrant, inclusive, and sustainable for generations to come.
Creative technologist, AI strategist, digital anthropologist, and poet Abdelrahman (Abdo) Hassan envisions a future where social, physical, and ecological well-being aligns seamlessly with technological innovation driven by trust. Through emphasizing joyful resistance and community-centric approaches, Abdo will demonstrate how everyday individuals can participate in acts of data activism.
AI governance consultant Robin Pocornie is committed to fostering responsible and equitable AI technology. Awareness of bias in AI systems remains limited, making it crucial to establish effective AI governance frameworks to identify and address biases. Such frameworks enable organisations and cities to direct, manage, and monitor AI activities. The question remains: What type of governance framework is required, particularly in the urban environment?
As a Strategic Liaison at Civic AI Lab (CAIL), Paul Verhagen bridges academia and the public sector. At the forefront of civic-centered AI development, CAIL - in collaboration with the Municipality of Amsterdam and others - researches and applies AI with the goal of reducing inequality and increase equal opportunity in the fields of education, welfare, environment, mobility and health.
Werkplaats Responsible IT (RITA) at Hogeschool van Amsterdam plays a pivotal role in bridging applied research, academia, and professional practice in the domain of responsible digitalisation. This edition, we've tasked the dynamic team at RITA to create an engaging poetic performance. Harnessing the collaborative energy of the audience, we'll intricately weave together human creativity and AI capabilities, inviting reflection on the pioneering convergence of technology and artistic expression.
