Genius Machines - The New Age of Artificial Intelligence

In just the last five years, artificial intelligence has evolved from a staple of science fiction to a real-world magnet for large-scale investment. Increases in computing power and the emergence of large data sets to train ever more powerful machine learning algorithms have created real world applications and success stories. And both trends are expected to accelerate into the 2020s.

With the standing up of the Joint Artificial Intelligence Center, the Department of Defense is making moves to centralize AI efforts across the government. Federal agencies are also focusing on incorporating these tools to detect insider threats, increase efficiency and maintain a tactical edge on the battlefield. Pentagon leaders have been clear, if their efforts to leverage emerging technology are to show real value, the Defense Department must tap the innovation coming out of the private sector. And the best and the brightest innovators in AI have real questions about the ethical framework that will inform government decision-making. While the U.S. is bolstering and broadening its artificial intelligence efforts, China has also made AI research a cornerstone of its 2030 strategy. How is the United States working to stay ahead of adversaries to dominate the AI market?

On March 28, Defense One and Nextgov will come together for the second annual Genius Machines Summit to showcase the government leaders, tech experts, researchers and thought leaders who are shaping the future of artificial intelligence. Join us to learn about the newest technical advancements, the ethics behind AI, global threats and how the most important technology of the 21st century will shape U.S. military strategy.