Please note, this launch event has been moved online and is open to all.
Artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the face of the technological ecosystem and is unlocking unprecedented opportunities for innovation in the UK, as well as on the global stage. The anticipated economic benefits over this decade are significant with estimates predicting that the UK’s GDP will be up to 10% higher in 2030 from the development and adoption of AI.
The launch of techUK’s latest report titled ‘AI Adoption in the UK: Putting AI into Action’ is a celebration of how far the UK has come in implementing this technology across multiple sectors, and a deep dive into how industry and Government can widen adoption to make the country a global AI superpower.
Through this launch event, we are delighted to bring together stakeholders from domains across industry and policymaking to showcase how AI has been put into action. We will discuss some of the more pressing questions around overcoming the potential barriers faced by organisations, from the digital skills gap to a lack of public trust in AI.
Join us for an afternoon to learn from industry leaders and policymakers leading the UK’s transition to an AI-enabled economy where you can ask your questions to them directly.
Agenda
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14:00 – 14:05 |
Welcome and introductions from techUK  Sue Daley |
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14:05 – 14:35 |
Fireside Chat with Professor Dame Wendy Hall: Is the UK AI-Ready?  Professor Dame Wendy HallSue Daley |
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14:35 – 15:40 |
AI Use Case Lightning Talks Learn about how AI is being put into action across a number of different sectors and how it has had a lasting impact. These speakers will delve into some of the AI use cases that have been explored in the report and share their first-hand experiences.  Dr Filippo Marchetti Dr David Smith Dr Tao Guo Dr Nicola Richmond Daniel Quirke |
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15:40 – 16:40 |
Panel session: How can industry and Government collaborate effectively to promote AI adoption? To reap the economic and societal benefits of greater AI adoption, industry and Government must work together to overcome barriers. In this panel session, we will delve deeper into how we can do just that, and hear from leaders in industry and the public sector. Chair:  Katherine HoldenSpeakers:  Sam Cannicott Sara El-Hanfy Dr Gilbert Owusu Laura Taddei |
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16:40 – 16:45 |
Closing remarks Sue Daley |
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Katherine Holden
Katherine Holden
Katherine joined techUK in May 2018 and currently leads the Data Analytics, AI and Digital ID programme.
Prior to techUK, Katherine worked as a Policy Advisor at the Government Digital Service (GDS) supporting the digital transformation of UK Government.
Whilst working at the Association of Medical Research Charities (AMRC) Katherine led AMRC’s policy work on patient data, consent and opt-out.
Katherine has a BSc degree in Biology from the University of Nottingham.
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