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The Future of AI in NYC

Event - September 2024

The Future of AI in NYC

On September 19th, the Center for an Urban Future held a cocktail reception featuring a fireside chat with Elias Roman, Senior Director of Product Management at Google Labs. In this conversation, we asked Elias for his insights and ideas about where AI-powered innovation is headed and how New York can help maximize the opportunities while mitigating the risks.

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"The Future of AI in NYC"
A Center for an Urban Future Cocktail Reception


Few things have more potential to transform life in New York in the coming years than the rapid advances occurring in artificial intelligence. AI represents one of the city’s best opportunities for economic growth, and it has the potential to vastly improve services provided by city government and help address some of New York’s biggest challenges—from housing affordability to climate change. But AI also presents significant risks, including the potential for job displacement. In this conversation, we asked Elias Roman, Senior Director of Product Management at Google Labs, for his insights and ideas about where AI-powered innovation is headed and how New York can help maximize the opportunities while mitigating the risks.

This event was made possible through generous support from the Fisher Brothers Foundation and Winston C. Fisher. We are also grateful for general support from The Clark Foundation, the Altman Foundation, and ongoing support from a number of other philanthropic funders.