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AI Agents: Opportunities, Risks and Mitigations

Wednesday, 25 Feb.

11:30 - 12:30 GMT

Intermediate level

BREAKOUT SESSIONAI GOVERNANCEAI LITERACYAI AND MACHINE LEARNINGETHICSLAW AND REGULATIONRISK MANAGEMENT

AI is transforming industries by automating tasks, enhancing decision-making and augmenting human capabilities. However, the rapid advancement of agentic AI raises significant ethical and societal challenges. This panel will delve into the opportunities, risks and mitigations associated with AI agents.

Topics to be discussed include the benefits of AI agents, the related risks and challenges, their societal impacts and the governance measures used to mitigate the associated risks.

The panel will provide an overview of the opportunities and risks associated with agentic AI and equip attendees with knowledge and insights to navigate the ethical and regulatory landscape presented by these ever-evolving technologies. 

What you will learn:

  • Overview of the risks and challenges posed by AI agents, including on fairness, privacy and trust.
  • Analysis of the societal impacts of AI agents, particularly on human dignity, agency and employment.  
  • Recommendations on approaches to mitigating risks and developing and deploying AI systems responsibly.

Moderator and speakers

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Nils Hullen

AIGP

Program Director Global AI, Privacy and Data Regulation

IBM

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Sarah Phenix

Head of Data Governance

Munich Re Specialty

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Monika Tomczak-Górlikowska

AIGP, CIPP/E, CIPT

Group Head of Privacy, Digital and Regulatory

Prosus and Naspers