Event Summary
Doors - 6:30
Screening - 7:00
Q&A - 8:30-9:00
Join the Austin Forum on Technology & Society for an inspiring and thought-provoking evening as we screen the new documentary, "The Thinking Game." Prepare to delve into one of the most critical conversations of our time: the rise of artificial general intelligence (AGI) and its potential impact on humanity. "The Thinking Game" offers a compelling look at the global race to create the first true AGI. The film provides a balanced perspective, showcasing the brilliant minds pushing the boundaries of machine intelligence while also confronting the profound ethical dilemmas and existential risks involved. From labs where algorithms learn at an astonishing pace to philosophical debates about consciousness and control, this documentary challenges us to consider the monumental power we are on the verge of unleashing. If we unleash it, how do we ensure that an AGI truly aligns with complex human values? "The Thinking Game" brings this question and many others to the forefront.
Engage with the Experts
Following the screening, don't miss an exclusive Q&A session with a panel of leading AI researchers and ethicists. This is your opportunity to ask the tough questions and engage in a dynamic discussion about:
The potential timeline for AGI development.
The key differences between today's AI and true AGI.
The societal benefits, from solving climate change to curing disease.
The critical risks, including misuse, unintended consequences, and the control problem.
Austin's growing role in the global AI landscape.
Who Should Attend?
This event is for everyone—from tech professionals, developers, and data scientists to students, policymakers, and any community member curious about the future of technology and society. Whether you are deeply embedded in the world of AI or simply want to understand the technology that will shape our future, this movie night will leave you informed, inspired, and ready to be part of the conversation.
Panelists
Fatma Tarlaci, Chief AI Officer, SOAR
Fatma Tarlaci is an engineering leader with a decade of expertise in AI. She is currently the Chief AI Officer at SOAR, where she combines strategic leadership with hands-on development and helps guide the technical direction of their AI initiatives. Formerly, she served as CTO and VP of Engineering at startups, where she led the development and deployment of robust AI solutions and led high-impact engineering teams. As a technical advisor, she helps startups navigate AI adoption and productization, while also training the next generation of AI engineers and data scientists as an Adjunct Assistant Professor in Computer Science at UT Austin.
Peter Voss, CEO, Chief Scientist, Aigo.ai
Peter's careers include being an entrepreneur, engineer and scientist. His experience includes growing a computer solutions company from zero to a 400-person IPO. In 2001, after several years of intensive research, he co-coined the term ‘AGI’ (Artificial General Intelligence) in 2002 and has since focused on creating advanced, practical AGI systems.
Peter is CEO and Chief Scientist at Aigo.ai, the only company offering a 'Chatbot with a Brain'. The company recently launched a major effort to develop the next generation of their Cognitive AI platform to get to full human-level AGI. Peter also has a keen interest in the inter-relationship between philosophy, psychology, ethics, futurism, and computer science.