08-15, 13:00–13:50 (US/Eastern), Marillac Auditorium
Today’s technologies greatly empower individuals and groups, while simultaneously creating tremendous risks to freedom and privacy. How can major forces like big tech, artificial intelligence, and political governance be guided towards pro-social outcomes? What can individuals do? Is there hope for social media to heal divisions, rather than amplify discord? These and other topics will be addressed during this lively and far-ranging presentation.
Harper Reed is perhaps best known for serving as chief technology officer for the Obama 2012 campaign, where he was instrumental in helping President Barack Obama secure a second term in office. He frequently speaks on a wide range of topics where technology overlaps with society.
