Navigating the Geopolitical Impact of Artificial Intelligence

SPEAKER

Russell Wald

Stanford Institute for 
Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence (HAI)

Thursday, August 1st, 2024

Overview

The rapid advancements in artificial intelligence have brought forth innumerable benefits, possibilities, and challenges. Our guest, Russell Wald, will discuss how AI will affect governments and governance across the world and what it will mean for the geopolitical environment. Wald will take the audience through the latest trends in AI development and how that is impacting the economic and security competition that has been engendered by the rise of AI.

Russell Wald is the Deputy Director of the Stanford Institute for Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence. In this role he oversees HAI’s research, education, communications, industry programs, and policy and society hub. Wald has held various policy program and government relations positions at Stanford University for over a decade. Before joining HAI he served with Stanford’s Center for International Security and Cooperation. Prior to his work at Stanford, Wald served on the staff of the Los Angeles World Affairs Council.

Date and Times

  • Thursday, August 1st, 2024
  • 5:30 PM: Registration & Cash Wine Bar
  • 6:15 PM: Dinner
  • 6:45 – 8:00 PM: Program

Menu

  • Salad: Hearts of Romaine with Shaved Parmesan, Herb Croutons, Cherry Tomatoes & Caesar Dressing
  • Bread & Butter
  • Entree: Grilled Chicken Caponata, Topped with a Bounty of Roasted Eggplant, Green Olives, Capers & Roasted Tomatoes over Creamy Polenta & a Sauté of Seasonal Vegetables
  • Vegetarian Alternative: Grilled Portabella Mushrooms, Topped with a Bounty of Roasted Eggplant, Green Olives, Capers & Roasted Tomatoes over Creamy Polenta & a Sauté of Seasonal Vegetables
  • Dessert: Strawberry Short Cake with House Made Whipped Cream, Mint Chiffonade & Salinas Valley Strawberries

Cost

  • $36 for World Affairs Council members
  • $41 for Guests

Vaccination Requirements

Until further notice documentation of COVID vaccination will not be required to attend in-person events.


Registration

If you encounter difficulties with our online registration or wish to audit the presentation please email info@wacmb.org to reserve a spot by the registration deadline.

WACMB will accept auditors to this event, requiring notification to the WACMB office no later than Sunday, July 28, 2024 to www.wacmb.org
Auditors will be allowed entry at 6:30 pm.


Location

Big Sur Room

Hilton Garden Inn, Monterey
1000 Aguajito Road
Monterey, CA 93923

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