by Editor BGF | Jan 13, 2025 | World Leader for Peace and Security, News, World Leaders in AIWS Award Updates
AT THE AWARD CEREMONY OF THE SIU PRIZE COMPUTER SCIENCE SEASON 1
Ho Chi Minh City, January 11, 2025
Dear distinguished leaders, scholars, and guests,
It is an honor to be here today at the SIU Prize Ceremony, a distinguished initiative organized by Saigon International University (SIU). This special occasion celebrates the exceptional achievements of talented individuals of Vietnamese or Vietnamese descent from around the world.
The SIU Prize serves as a testament to the recipients’ dedication, perseverance, and their ability to contribute to the advancement of knowledge and society.
We are particularly proud to celebrate the accomplishments of these individuals, as their success reflects the bright future that lies ahead for Vietnam and its global community. Their contributions are an inspiration to us all and highlight the importance of fostering intellectual growth, innovation, and global cooperation.
As we look ahead, we are hopeful that these talented individuals will continue to push boundaries, particularly in the fields of AI and technology. Their expertise and commitment are vital for building a future that embraces the promises of the AI Economy and Society in Vietnam and globally. We hope their work will play a significant role in shaping the AI World Society, ensuring that technology not only drives progress but also serves the common good.
Congratulations to all the recipients of the SIU Prize. Your hard work and exceptional achievements are a testament to the transformative power of innovation. We are confident that you will continue to make valuable contributions to a better world through your work in AI and beyond.
by Editor BGF | Jan 13, 2025 | News
In one of the most important cases of the social media age, free speech and national security collide at the Supreme Court on Friday, January 10, 2025, in arguments over the fate of TikTok, a wildly popular digital platform that roughly half of the people in the United States use for entertainment and information.
TikTok could shut down its social media site in the U.S. by January 19, unless the Supreme Court strikes down or delays the effective date of a law aimed at forcing TikTok’s sale by its Chinese parent company.
Here is the full article for reading.
by Editor BGF | Jan 13, 2025 | Global Alliance for Digital Governance
Professor Alondra Nelson, U.S. National Science Board Member and World Leader in AIWS Award recipient, visited Vietnam from January 6 to January 14, 2025.
On January 6, 2025, in Hanoi, Professor Nelson met with students from both Berkeley and Australia, who are part of the Enlightenment in Action Alliance (EAA). They discussed the future of AI and their contributions to building the AI World Society (AIWS). On January 10, 2025, she continued her discussions in Nha Trang, Vietnam, where she spoke with excellent students and young leaders from Khanh Hoa, Vietnam. The students expressed their deep passion for learning and their commitment to using AI to create a better world. Their dedication to ethical AI practices and global cooperation was evident in the thought-provoking conversations during the meeting.
Throughout her visit, Professor Alondra Nelson received widespread appreciation, respect, and admiration from the students, who expressed their gratitude for her guidance and leadership. Her efforts to advance the goals of the AIWS continue to inspire these young leaders, who are committed to shaping the future of AI in ways that benefit global society.
by Editor BGF | Jan 13, 2025 | News
On January 11, 2025, in Ho Chi Minh City, during the Saigon International University (SIU) Prize Computer Science Award Ceremony and the SIU Shaping Futures international conference on “AI for a Better World,” distinguished SIU Prize Laureates, SIU Prize Candidates, speakers, scientists, and participants united to call on governments, businesses, and academic institutions worldwide to collaborate on realizing the AIWS Government 24/7 and Boston Areti AI (BAI) models.
This initiative, taking place in 2025 — marking the 50th anniversary of Vietnam’s reunification — highlights a significant contribution from Vietnam to the global community. Distinguished scholars in attendance included Alondra Nelson, Sharad Sharma, Thomas Kehler, Ramu Damodaran, Nguyen Anh Tuan (Boston Global Forum), Nguyen Thanh Thuy, Hoang Kiem, along with leaders from the Vietnam National Assembly, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang City, the Ministry of Training and Education, the Ministry of Science and Technology, Vietnam National University, and international diplomats in Ho Chi Minh City.
by Editor BGF | Jan 6, 2025 | News, Shaping Futures
The Saigon International University (SIU) Prize Computer Science Award Ceremony and the international conference SIU Shaping Futures will be held in Ho Chi Minh City on January 11, 2025. The conference, themed “AI for a Better World,” will feature SIU Prize Laureates and distinguished speakers such as Professor Alondra Nelson, World Leader in AIWS Award recipient; Sharad Sharma of I-spirt; Thomas Kehler, Co-founder of CrowdSmart; and Ramu Damodaran, Founder and former Chief of United Nations Academic Impact. Participants will join SIU in calling for collaboration among governments, the business community, and academic institutions worldwide to work toward realizing the AIWS Boston Areti AI (BAI) — an AI agent to support and assist government leaders.
This event is also part of the BGF Roundtable “On the Road to the AI Action Summit”, supporting the French Government and President Macron. As 2025 marks the 50th anniversary of Vietnam’s reunification, this initiative represents a milestone contribution from Vietnam to the global community, demonstrating how innovation, collaboration, and ethical AI principles can be harnessed for the benefit of society worldwide.
