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The Future of Technology: Can We Humanize AI?

Bridging the traditional with the technological, the Hearth Summit will connect us off-screen for human conversations on digital wellbeing. Studies and stories are increasingly telling us about the impact of screen time, social media, and technology on our mental health, self-esteem, and relationships with others. Rapid developments around artificial intelligence, data privacy, the digital divide, and cybersecurity are changing how we interact with technology on a daily basis. The production of electronics has led to increased amounts of electronic waste, pollution, and exploitation of natural resources.

In a world where technology is everywhere, how can we hardwire wellbeing into algorithms and AI? How can our devices be used and designed with wellbeing in mind? How can we harness the power of technology to serve humanity and the planet in a better way? Is there an ethical approach to AI? These emerging conversations and more will offer us time to pause and reflect on the virtually infinite dimensions between technology and human wellbeing.