On June 6, 2024, the ETH AI Ethics and Policy Network hosted their first event, featuring a book talk with Prof. Dr. Urs Gasser from TU Munich. The spotlight was on his book, "Guardrails: Guiding Human Decisions in the Age of AI." Prof. Gasser's insightful presentation set the stage for a lively panel discussion on human-centered "guardrails" in the digital age.
Moderated by Prof. Dr. Effy Vayena (ETH Zurich), the panel comprised distinguished experts: Prof. Dr. Timo Minssen (University of Copenhagen), Jeremy Rollison (Microsoft), Dr. Sara Kijewski (ETH Zurich), and ETH student Lukas Walker. Together, they examined the balance between technological advancements and human values, emphasizing pathways to a more equitable society.
The event sparked rich discussions and provided valuable insights, leaving attendees with much to contemplate.