World Laureates Forum on AI

Artificial intelligence has been in the spotlight at the 2024 World Laureates Forum in Shanghai, where hundreds of top scientists from around the globe exchanging views on its transformative impact and how to harness its benefits while effectively managing the risks.

Under the theme “Excellence in Science,” the three-day event opened Friday at its permanent site in Shanghai’s Lingang new area, bringing together nearly 300 scientists from around 20 countries and regions. The forum featured over 10 themed sessions covering frontier areas such as advanced materials, quantum science, life science, information technology and intelligent science.