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he future relationship between robots and humans will be a point of discussion at the AIME 2018 Up
Close and Personal sessions, which will examine the intersection between technology and humanity.
Dr Jordan Nguyen, Bill Bennett, Casey Hyun, and moderator Dr Jenine Beekhuyzen, will present their
unique insights and experiences working with technology to attendees at the Saxton Up Close and
Personal session titled ‘Man vs Machine… Are robots challenging humans?’.
Dr Jordan Nguyen, recipient of the 2017 Eureka Prize for Science Journalism for his documentary
Becoming Superhuman, will share a dynamic perspective into the evolving intersection between
technology and humanity, and the role of robotics in our future.
“Business is evolving very quickly, especially in the areas of communication, connection, and inclusion,”
Nguyen said. “Given the rapid advancements in technologies such as robotics, automation, artificial
intelligence, and virtual reality, consequently, we are evolving alongside these through our awareness,
knowledge, and understanding of what it means to be human.
“We are in the midst of a world-changing technological revolution, a new era. Solutions to impossible
human problems are becoming possible, the lines are blurring between real and virtual worlds, and our
relationship with robotics and AI is becoming increasingly integrated… these bring about the creation of
previously unimagined experiences, and we must examine how these capabilities can better inform and
educate us, so ultimately, humanity can thrive moving into this bold new future.
“Event technology already explores the relationships and boundaries of virtual reality and robots, it will be
very interesting to explore these applications and what they represent for the industry.”
Saxton Up Close and Personal session ‘Man vs Machine… Are robots challenging humans?’ is the first
session at AIME, at 10:40am Tuesday 20 February. Other sessions include:
Get with it… How Gen Y (the Millennials), and Gen Z will affect and change the workplace – Tuesday 20
February, 2:40pm
The Future… What’s happening and how will it change our world? – Wednesday 21 February, 10:40am
Resilience and acceptance…Two powerful life-changing tools – Wednesday 21 February, 2:40pm
Register free online for Saxton Up Close and Personal sessions here.
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