OPENING KEYNOTE
“The Imitation Machine: Past, Present & Future of AI”
Prof. Dr. Miriam Meckel, Co-founder & CEO, ada
Dr. Léa Steinacker, Co-founder & CIO, ada
Digital technologies that stretch the imagination are developing at an astonishing rate and artificial intelligence is becoming more powerful than ever. Although they may seem new, even the latest technologies always build on previous inventions. Yesterday’s innovations shape our day-to-day applications, and today’s cutting-edge technology will shape our future for years to come. Given the long-term impact of digital technology, it is of utmost importance to discuss the social implications of today’s most stunning tech.
Morals & Machines 2023 will bring together some of the greatest minds in science, business, tech and politics, whose ideas are setting the course for our technological future. Can we make sure that tomorrow’s technology will reflect our ethical values? How will our decisions be remembered? What is our technological legacy? And are we building the future we want? These are some of the questions we are going to explore with you at Morals & Machines 2023.
“The Imitation Machine: Past, Present & Future of AI”
Prof. Dr. Miriam Meckel, Co-founder & CEO, ada
Dr. Léa Steinacker, Co-founder & CIO, ada
“The AI Application Layer has arrived: Industry Use Cases: Technology & Industries”
Michael Brigl, Head of Central Europe, BCG
Dr. Feiyu Xu, Global Head of Artificial Intelligence, SAP
Artur Gruca, Chief Digital & Operating Officer, HypoVereinsbank – UniCredit Bank AG
Join us in exploring the power of theatre to influence cultural transformation and promote a more equitable and just society. You will engage with the topic of “Our Legacy” and become an active participant in shaping our potential future using techniques of participatory theatre. This experience will foster empathy and understanding, and help you become more connected to this community working to build the future we want to experience.
Dr. Kimo Quaintance, Director of Community, ada
Marina Löwe, Director of Learning & Development, ada
” Lessons from History: What 19th century Telegraph can teach us about AI”
Prof. Genevieve Bell, Director of the School of Cybernetics, Australian National University and Senior Fellow, Intel
Dr. Lisa Shay, Associate Dean for Educational Innovation, The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art
Prof. Dr. Mrinalini (Nalini) Kochupillai, Guest professor at the Future Lab: Artificial Intelligence for Earth Observation (AI4EO), TUM
“Shaping Our Technological Legacy: Responsibility and Regulation”
Dr. Nakeema Stefflbauer, Software Delivery Expert, Founder and CEO, FrauenLoop
Kirsten Rulf, Partner & Associate Director, Boston Consulting Group
Dr. Sabine Wiesmüller, Director AI Competence Center Europe at German Entrepreneurship
Poster Exhibition ada Fellows
Award Ceremony Future Lab Award
Dr. Niina Zuber, Senior Researcher, Bavarian Institute for Digital Transformation
Prof. Dr. Jan Oliver Schwarz, Professor of Strategic Foresight & Trend Analysis, Head of the Bavarian Foresight-Institute at the Technische Hochschule Ingolstadt
“Sustainable Industry”
Dr. Oliver Blume, Chairman of the Board of Management, Volkswagen AG
“Create our Legacy”
Dr. Kimo Quaintance, Director of Community, ada
Marina Löwe, Director of Learning & Development, ada
Join us for an exciting interactive session on 4D Mapping from Social Presencing Theatre! Explore the co-creation of our legacy in human-machine interaction as we delve into the perspectives of different stakeholders in two scenarios: the current reality and a possible emerging future. Embodied exploration, sensing, and reflection will guide us as we navigate the dynamics, relationships, and potential pathways within the system. Be part of this transformative experience, gain valuable insights, and contribute to shaping a meaningful future. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to ignite your imagination and make an impact.
Be inspired by a special artistic performance that will make you dive deeper into your mind
Martin Mall, Speaker, Keynote Performer and Artist
This award is for a special achievement of an individual who dedicates their work to the ethical standards of tomorrow’s technology.
The winner of the first Morals & Machines Prize is Dr. Joy Buolamwini, Computer Scientist, Poet of Code and Founder, Algorithmic Justice League. The M&M Prize is sponsored by ada and the Bavarian State Ministry for Digital Affairs and will be presented by Judith Gerlach, Bavarian State Minister for Digital Affairs.
Dr. Joy Buolamwini, Computer Scientist, Poet of Code and Founder, Algorithmic Justice League
Judith Gerlach, Bavarian State Minister for Digital Affairs
Prof. Dr. Miriam Meckel, Co-founder & CEO, ada
Dr. Léa Steinacker, Co-founder & CIO, ada
Join our reception on-site for a great lineup of food, fun and meaningful connections with the wider ada community. We also invite you to participate in our topic-related Round Table discussions.
Silvia Hänig and Ines Schneider
During our roundtable sessions we would like to discuss the main challenges female founders are still facing in technology. Silvia Hänig and Ines Schneider will host two roundtable sessions and invite all participants to talk about gender gaps in investments, bias during negotiations and hidden business advantages through diverse founding teams
Christoph Ernst-Benary and Marcus Schröder
Kati Weiland
Slavka Waltsgott
Flavio Garcea
Meike Weichselmann
Tim Nieländer
Timm Lochmann and Raphael Rollier