Will Machines Have Free Will? Shaping the Future of AI

Columbia University Experience Columbia AI: Crossing Fields, Creating Impact.

As AI grows more autonomous, a profound question arises: will thinking machines possess free will, and how can we govern AI’s place in our shared future? This provocative inquiry opens the door to a discussion on regulation, accountability, and human values.

Bringing together experts from policy, philosophy, law, and history, this panel will examine the technical, ethical, and societal implications of granting machines the power to make independent decisions.

Columbia's schools and departments will host satellite workshops offering an in-depth exploration of AI’s impact on specific domains and disciplines. These sessions will provide a unique opportunity to dive into the areas that matter to you most. Check back frequently; additional workshops will be added here as they are confirmed.

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