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CIFAL Istanbul- Disruptive Technologies and the Future of Humanity

People

Type
Conference
Location
Web-based
Date
to
Duration
6 Months
Programme Area
Decentralize Cooperation Programme
Price
$0.00
Event Focal Point Email
ahmet.aydemir@eas.bau.edu.tr
Partnership
Bahçeşehir University
Oxford University

Background

Disruptive technology is an innovation that significantly alters the way that consumers, industries, or businesses operate. A disruptive technology sweeps away the systems or habits it replaces because it has attributes that are recognizably superior.

Event Objectives

This event aims to analyze the impact and actual/potential consequences of the new technological revolution in societies.

Content and Structure

The event is comprised of the following topics:

  • Introduction to disruptive technologies and the future of humanity
  • Surveillance capitalism and monopolization of tech corporations
  • Artificial intelligence, ethics and governance
  • Right to data protection and digital governance
  • Social media, big data analysis and political manipulation
  • Artificial general intelligence and singularity
  • Promises of Blockchain
  • Cyber security
  • Disruptive technologies and international development
  • AI and diplomacy
  • Artificial intelligence and future of warfare
  • Smart cities and internet of things
  • Future of humanity and science-fiction

Targeted Audience

The event is addressed to undergraduate students