Panel: AI, Industry and R&D

Moderated by Prof. Vukosi Marivate  —  DSFSI

This panel from the UP–Sweden AI Workshop (30 September 2024), moderated by Prof. Vukosi Marivate, explored the role of industry in AI and R&D, with contributions from AI leaders Martin Svensson, Saidah Nash Carter, and Greg Desilla.

Key themes included:

• The transformative potential of AI in agriculture, healthcare, and education
• Challenges small businesses face in adopting AI technologies
• The need for collaboration between academia, industry, and government to enhance AI education and secure policy support
• Ethical and sustainability concerns in AI development
• The importance of tailored, inclusive AI solutions for the African context

🔗 Panel info: www.dsfsi.co.za/blog/AI-Workshop-industry-panel/