The Promise and Peril of AI

The Promise and Peril of AI: Author and Technologist Gary Marcus in Conversation with Technically Optimistic Host Raffi Krikorian at P&T Knitwear in NYC on September 19th

New York, NY – August 22, 2024 – The Sustainable Media Center is excited to present a thought-provoking discussion on the future of artificial intelligence, featuring Gary Marcus, author and renowned technologist, in conversation with Raffi Krikorian, Chief Technical Officer of Engineering at Emerson Collective and host of the Technically Optimistic podcast. The event, titled "The Promise and Peril of AI," will take place on September 19th, 2024, at 5:00 PM at P&T Knitwear Bookstore in New York City.

The discussion will explore the contrasting views on AI's potential and risks, as highlighted in Marcus's latest book, Taming Silicon Valley: How Big Tech is Taking Advantage of Us, How AI is Making it Worse, and How We Can Create a Thriving, AI-Positive World. Marcus, known for his critical perspective on AI, will discuss how the technology, if left unchecked, could lead to significant societal challenges.

Joining him is Raffi Krikorian, an optimist about AI's potential to drive social good. With his extensive experience in technology leadership roles, including overseeing Uber's driverless car program and designing Twitter's backend infrastructure, Krikorian will provide a balanced view on how AI can be harnessed for positive change.

This event offers an opportunity for attendees to gain a nuanced understanding of AI's impact on society, covering both its promises and perils. A Q&A session and book signing will follow the discussion.

Event Details:

• Date: September 19th, 2024
• Time: 5:00 PM - 6PM
• Location: P&T Knitwear Bookstore, 180 Orchard St, New York, NY 10002
• Presented by: The Sustainable Media Center

For more information and to RSVP, please visit [Sustainable Media Center's website] or contact [email protected]

About Gary Marcus: Gary Marcus is a cognitive scientist, author, and entrepreneur known for his critical perspectives on artificial intelligence. He is a Professor Emeritus of Psychology and Neural Science at New York University (NYU) and the founder of Robust.AI, an AI research company. Marcus is widely recognized for his work in AI and cognitive science, and he has been a vocal advocate for stronger AI governance to ensure responsible development and use of AI technologies.

About Raffi Krikorian: Raffi Krikorian is the Chief Technical Officer of Engineering at Emerson Collective, where he focuses on using technology and data to promote social good. He has held pivotal roles in technology, including as the first CTO of the Democratic National Committee and leading Uber's driverless car program. His work today leverages innovative technology to rethink societal systems and improve lives.

About The Sustainable Media Center: The Sustainable Media Center is a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering positive change in the media landscape, with a focus on empowering young media consumers and creators. The Center supports NextGen activists with resources to demand better and more responsible use of technology.

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