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Eric Horvitz
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Navigate the complexities of AI and its ethical implications with Eric Horvitz, speaker, Chief Scientific Officer at Microsoft.
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Eric Horvitz is Microsoft’s Chief Scientific Officer, leading company-wide initiatives at the intersection of artificial intelligence, technology, and society. His work focuses on advancing AI research while addressing the ethical and strategic challenges of integrating AI into critical sectors such as healthcare, transportation, and aerospace. A key figure in AI governance, he has contributed to shaping policies and frameworks for responsible AI development.
With a background spanning computer science and medicine, Eric has pioneered research on decision-making systems, machine learning, and human-AI collaboration. His contributions have influenced real-world applications, from intelligent healthcare solutions to autonomous systems. He has been instrumental in establishing ethical guidelines for AI, chairing Microsoft’s Aether Committee and co-founding the Partnership on AI.
Elected as a fellow of the National Academy of Engineering, the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, and multiple computing and AI associations, Eric’s influence extends beyond research. He has advised governments and institutions, serving on the President’s Council of Advisors on Science and Technology and the National Security Commission on AI. His work has earned him the Feigenbaum Prize and the Allen Newell Prize, recognising his impact on AI theory and practice.
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Eric Horvitz explores the evolving role of artificial intelligence, balancing innovation with ethical considerations. As AI transforms industries from healthcare to transportation, the challenges of trust, accountability, and human-AI collaboration become increasingly urgent. Drawing on years of research and policy leadership, he provides insights into harnessing AI’s potential while ensuring responsible deployment. Audiences gain a clear understanding of AI’s trajectory and its implications for businesses and society.
Unlock the future of AI with Eric Horvitz, Microsoft’s Chief Scientific Officer. A pioneer in AI ethics and innovation, Eric’s insights help businesses navigate AI’s complexities responsibly. His expertise turns challenges into opportunities. Book Eric now to enhance your team’s strategic edge and drive impactful change.
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Eric Horvitz draws on his research and policy leadership at Microsoft to frame AI's trajectory, structuring his sessions around the tension between innovation and responsible deployment across sectors such as healthcare, transportation, and aerospace.
Eric Horvitz speaks on AI innovation and ethics, human-AI collaboration, and the responsible integration of AI into sectors including healthcare, transportation, and aerospace. He serves as Chief Scientific Officer at Microsoft, where he chairs the Aether Committee on AI ethics and co-founded the Partnership on AI.
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