Couch Lessons

Artificial intelligence will contribute to a new revolution in human history. We invited experts from Europe (and from all over the world) to discuss the opportunities, challenges and risks associated with algorithmic decision-making systems in the digital-format Couch Lessons. You can watch all the episodes here.

Chances and risks

Does AI offer planetary solutions to planetary problems?

Global problems require systemic solutions. AI promises help but carries risk when it comes to climate change, war and social inequality.

How the medical field is becoming automated

A useful toolkit but no solution to global health problems

The Covid-19 pandemic shows how AI technologies can be useful in managing global health crises but also of where they fall short.

Thinking machines

A brief history of artificial intelligences

Words that are common today, like artificial intelligence, neural networks and machine learning date back to the early days of computers.

Creative capacities

Playing with artificial intelligence

The creative potential of artificial intelligence known from the world of video games is now used to create new music and even new sports.

Fairness and Ethics in AI development

Can artificial intelligence become fit for democracies?

Fair and just artificial intelligence requires ethical understanding, diverse development, strategic investments, and robust regulation.

Interactive Online Event

The European Couch Lesson

35 presenters:
Doris Aschenbrenner, Regina Bäck, Varoon Bashyakarla, Ryan Beal, Henrik Chulu, Sofia Crespo, David Dao, Kate Devlin, Sophie-Charlotte Fischer, Kristoffer Gansing, Marc Garrett, Max Haarich, Anna Henschel, Moisés Horta, ...