Singularity Summit South Africa returns to the Sandton Convention Centre
Guests expected to be at the Singularity Summit include: Jaya Baloo, Emad Mostaque and Cathy Hackl.
Singularity South Africa announced the plans for the upcoming Summit at WeWork Rosebank on May 21, which will return in physical format this year, in collaboration with Old Mutual.
With over 1 500 delegates expected, the popular summit will take place on October 21– 22 at the Sandton Convention Centre.
Co-CEO of SingularityU South Africa Mic Mann said, “In a world where technology is rapidly reshaping the horizons of our possibilities, this year’s SingularityU South Africa Summit is a beacon for innovation. Our commitment is stronger than ever to empower visionaries and leaders with the insights needed to harness exponential technologies for the greater good of Africa and the world.”
World-renowned cybersecurity expert Jaya Baloo will return to the stage to share insights on guarding the digital frontier. The genius behind Stable Diffusion, Emad Mostaque, Founder of Stability AI, will address the future of decentralised and democratised AI.
With AI currently supercharging every aspect of business and society, the summit will see the world’s thought leaders on this topic congregate to equip delegates with the foresight needed to harness this phenomenon. AI ethics sociologist Alix Rubsaam will address AI and ethics, exploring the societal impacts of bridging the human and digital realms.
More speakers will be announced leading up to the event.
Director of group strategy, sustainability, people, and public affairs at Old Mutual Celiwe Ross noted that as Old Mutual advanced its digital transformation and prepares for the launch of a digital bank, the upcoming two-day SingularityU Summit, featuring top experts in AI, technology, science, and futurism, will offer a chance to glean invaluable insights from those shaping the future of tech and society.
Shayne Mann, co-CEO of SingularityU South Africa, said they remained steadfast in helping empower Africa’s business leaders with the knowledge and tools needed to shape an abundant future.
“We are pleased to be collaborating with Old Mutual on this mission and know that their business dexterity will add tremendous value to this year’s experience.”
Ticket prices are valued at R 14 500 per person, booking before midnight on July 15, is encouraged to save 22%.
To join the SingularityU community of changemakers, or to learn more, visit their website.
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