The Boston Global Forum and AIWS City have come together to recognize and honor outstanding achievements in the realm of Global Enlightenment Technology. This prestigious accolade will be awarded to individuals, organizations, or initiatives that have demonstrated exceptional contributions to the advancement of technology in alignment with the following criteria:
- Respect and Satisfy Standards of Social Contract for the AI Age, Ethics: Honorees should have exhibited a commitment to upholding the highest ethical standards in the development and deployment of artificial intelligence technologies. Their work should align with a broader social contract that ensures the responsible and equitable use of AI for the benefit of society.
- AIWS Love Initiative: The recipients of this honor must have actively promoted love, compassion, and empathy in the context of technology. Their initiatives should foster a sense of community and human connection, emphasizing the importance of human values in an increasingly digital world.
- Significant Impact on Technology, Economy, and Society: The awardees should be pioneers who have made substantial and transformative contributions to technology, economy, and society. Their work should have had a measurable impact, driving positive change in these areas on a global scale.
- Historical Milestones for Enlightenment Technology: Those selected for this recognition should have achieved historical milestones in the field of enlightenment technology. These milestones should mark significant advancements that have pushed the boundaries of what is possible and have opened new avenues for human progress.
- Pioneering and Vanguard: The chosen honorees should be at the forefront of their respective fields, leading the way in innovation and setting new standards for excellence. Their work should serve as an inspiration to others and demonstrate a commitment to pushing the envelope of what technology can achieve.
The selection committee entrusted with the task of identifying and honoring these remarkable individuals and initiatives consists of esteemed experts and thought leaders from various fields:
Nguyen Anh Tuan: A visionary leader with a deep understanding of technology’s role in society.
MIT Professors Alex Pentland and Nazli Choucri: Renowned experts in the fields of artificial intelligence and international relations.
Harvard Professors David Silbersweig, John Quelch, and Thomas Patterson: Distinguished scholars with expertise in neuroscience, business, and journalism, respectively.
AI Pioneers Thomas Kehler and John Clippinger: Trailblazers in the development and application of artificial intelligence.
Assistant Team: A dedicated support team assisting the selection committee in their crucial task
Together, this committee will carefully evaluate and select honorees who exemplify the ideals and principles of Global Enlightenment Technology. These selected individuals and initiatives will be recognized for their outstanding contributions to society, and their work will serve as a beacon of inspiration for others in the ever-evolving landscape of technology and AI ethics.