Professor Alex Pentland, a member of the BGF Board of Directors, delivered a talk at the BGF Conference "AIWS - New Democracy" on November 25, 2024, at Harvard University's Loeb House. He highlighted the intricate balance between fostering AI innovation and...
AI as a Force for Human-Centered Leadership: Minister Elisabeth Moreno’s Opening Speech at AIWS – New Democracy
Elisabeth Moreno, French Former Minister, Representative of Boston Global Forum in France and Africa Boston Global Forum Conference “AIWS-New Democracy”, November 25, 2024 Harvard University Loeb House Ladies and gentlemen, It is an immense honor to address such a...
Pictures from the Ceremony Honoring President Macron and the “AI World Society – New Democracy” Conference
On November 25, 2024, the Boston Global Forum (BGF) hosted a momentous event at Harvard University's Loeb House. The occasion featured the Ceremony Honoring French President Emmanuel Macron with the 2024 World Leader for Peace and Security Award and the "AI World...
Ten Steps to win the AI Race
Mark Kennedy’s speech at the BGF Conference “AIWS – New Democracy” Harvard University Loeb House, November 25, 2024 During my first year in Congress in 2001, I faced a vote on whether to maintain Normal Trade Relations with the People’s Republic of China (PRC). I...
Trump set to deepen tech Cold War with China
Former officials say the incoming president will expand tech controls on China, as the rivalry with Beijing promises to loom large for his administration. The containment policy set in the first Trump administration and continued under President Biden is expected to...
Remarks by APNSA Jake Sullivan on AI and National Security
On October 24, 2024, Jake Sullivan, National Security Advisor to President Joe Biden, delivered a critical address at the National Defense University, focusing on the United States' approach to AI and national security. His remarks underscored the importance of...
Advancing Both National Security and Economic Diplomacy in the Developing World
As part of its AI World Society (AIWS) initiative, the Boston Global Forum (BGF) is convening a significant discussion among distinguished leaders, policymakers, eminent thinkers, and business leaders. The goal is to explore strategies and solutions for leveraging...
Boston Global Forum Welcomes the Biden-Harris Administration’s National Security Memorandum on AI
On October 24, 2024, President Biden issued the first-ever National Security Memorandum (NSM) on Artificial Intelligence (AI). The NSM’s fundamental premise is that advances at the frontier of AI will have significant implications for national security and foreign...