In New Delhi [India], Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw will inaugurate the two-day India World AI Summit 2024 organized by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology in the national capital on Wednesday (MeitY).
According to a press release from the Minister of Electronics and IT, the event will bring together a distinguished assembly of international delegates, artificial intelligence experts and policy makers.
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Jitin Prasad, Minister of State for Electronics and IT, Commerce and Industry, will also address the inauguration.
Organized in the context of India's leadership role in the Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence (GPAI), the summit aims to address the multifaceted challenges and opportunities presented by AI, the statement said.
Focusing on computing power, fundamental models, data sets, application development, future skills, startup funding and safe and trustworthy AI, the event promises a comprehensive exploration of the AI landscape, he said .
The first day of the summit will feature a variety of sessions delving into aspects of AI application and governance.
IndiaAI: Large Language Models: This session will explore how advanced AI models can manage India's linguistic diversity while respecting ethical standards.
GPAI Meetup on Global Health and Artificial Intelligence: This session will gather insights on leveraging artificial intelligence for healthcare, particularly in underserved regions, and position India as a leader in innovation in inclusive healthcare.
Real-world AI solutions: Practical AI implementations will be highlighted, showing how AI can be integrated into various sectors.
Preparing India's Infrastructure for AI: This discussion will focus on the critical infrastructure required to support AI-driven initiatives.
Ensuring safety, trust and governance in the AI era: This session, which will emphasize the ethical deployment of AI, will underline the importance of global cooperation and regulatory frameworks.
The second day of the summit will shift the focus to nurturing talent and scaling innovations in artificial intelligence.
Empowering talent through AI education and skills: This session aims to close the AI skills gap by highlighting educational strategies and career paths.
AI for Global Good: Empowering the Global South: Dialogues will be held on inclusive development of AI, reflecting India's commitment to equitable global access to AI, the press release said.
From seed to scale: Powering India's startup ecosystem. Initiatives that encourage AI entrepreneurship, crucial to boosting India's startup ecosystem on the global stage, will be discussed.
Data ecosystem: This session will explore strong data governance, essential for effective AI policy formulation and implementation.
AI Competency Framework for the Public Sector: Discussions will focus on AI readiness in public administration, an important factor for successful governance.
The way forward: Charting the course towards responsible AI
The India World AI Summit 2024 serves as a critical platform for global stakeholders to collaborate, innovate and shape the future of AI. India reiterates its commitment to harness the transformative potential of AI by prioritizing responsible development of AI while safeguarding ethical standards and inclusivity, the ministry said.
As the summit unfolds, it is set to reinforce India's leadership in the global AI landscape, paving the way for a future where the benefits of AI are accessible to all and contribute significantly to socio-economic advancement in everyone, he added.
According to a press release from the Minister of Electronics and IT, the event will bring together a distinguished assembly of international delegates, artificial intelligence experts and policy makers.
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Jitin Prasad, Minister of State for Electronics and IT, Commerce and Industry, will also address the inauguration.
Organized in the context of India's leadership role in the Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence (GPAI), the summit aims to address the multifaceted challenges and opportunities presented by AI, the statement said.
Focusing on computing power, fundamental models, data sets, application development, future skills, startup funding and safe and trustworthy AI, the event promises a comprehensive exploration of the AI landscape, he said .
The first day of the summit will feature a variety of sessions delving into aspects of AI application and governance.
IndiaAI: Large Language Models: This session will explore how advanced AI models can manage India's linguistic diversity while respecting ethical standards.
GPAI Meetup on Global Health and Artificial Intelligence: This session will gather insights on leveraging artificial intelligence for healthcare, particularly in underserved regions, and position India as a leader in innovation in inclusive healthcare.
Real-world AI solutions: Practical AI implementations will be highlighted, showing how AI can be integrated into various sectors.
Preparing India's Infrastructure for AI: This discussion will focus on the critical infrastructure required to support AI-driven initiatives.
Ensuring safety, trust and governance in the AI era: This session, which will emphasize the ethical deployment of AI, will underline the importance of global cooperation and regulatory frameworks.
The second day of the summit will shift the focus to nurturing talent and scaling innovations in artificial intelligence.
Empowering talent through AI education and skills: This session aims to close the AI skills gap by highlighting educational strategies and career paths.
AI for Global Good: Empowering the Global South: Dialogues will be held on inclusive development of AI, reflecting India's commitment to equitable global access to AI, the press release said.
From seed to scale: Powering India's startup ecosystem. Initiatives that encourage AI entrepreneurship, crucial to boosting India's startup ecosystem on the global stage, will be discussed.
Data ecosystem: This session will explore strong data governance, essential for effective AI policy formulation and implementation.
AI Competency Framework for the Public Sector: Discussions will focus on AI readiness in public administration, an important factor for successful governance.
The way forward: Charting the course towards responsible AI
The India World AI Summit 2024 serves as a critical platform for global stakeholders to collaborate, innovate and shape the future of AI. India reiterates its commitment to harness the transformative potential of AI by prioritizing responsible development of AI while safeguarding ethical standards and inclusivity, the ministry said.
As the summit unfolds, it is set to reinforce India's leadership in the global AI landscape, paving the way for a future where the benefits of AI are accessible to all and contribute significantly to socio-economic advancement in everyone, he added.
