In a significant development aimed at addressing global conflict and instability, the Boston Global Forum (BGF) has announced its forthcoming unveiling of the Shinzo Abe Initiative Special Report on Solutions for Peace and Security in Conflict and War Areas. This...
Congratulations to new Finnish President Stubb
Dear Alexander Stubb, On behalf of the Boston Global Forum, we extend our heartfelt congratulations to you on your election as the President of Finland. This momentous occasion is a testament to your exemplary leadership, dedication, and vision for the betterment of...
Japan’s Abe refuses to deny that he nominated Trump for Nobel Peace Prize
"I'm not saying that it is not the fact," Abe said, adding that the US President had been working to curb North Korea's nuclear and missile development and that he "highly" appreciated his leadership. "I'll continue to (offer) my utmost cooperation to President Trump...
Debate about AI and Democracy
Given the foreseeable pervasiveness of artificial intelligence (AI) in modern societies, it is legitimate and necessary to ask the question how this new technology must be shaped to support the maintenance and strengthening of constitutional democracy. One side is...
Successful and Historic: SpaceX, NASA launched Crew Dragon for the first time
"I really believe in the future of space, and I think it's important that we become a space-faring civilization and get out there among the stars," Eron Musk said in a post-launch press conference after the successful launch of Drew Dragon, his company’s first capsule...
Self-driving cars take the wheel
Autonomous vehicles are here, and they are here to stay. Most of the major automotive manufacturers (General Motors, Ford, Volkswagen, Toyota, Honda, Tesla, Volvo, and BMW) are actively exploring autonomous-vehicle programs and conducting extensive on-road testing....
Why Inclusion Matters for the Future of Artificial Intelligence
AI's potential to improve the quality of our lives is unquestionable. On the other hand, there is a real risk that AI development may lead to inequalities and divides across many demographics. Inclusion, therefore, is an important matter for AI future. Amar Shar and...
What AI Means For Your Job In The Next Recession
According to the World Economic Forum, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is set to create 58 million new roles and career opportunities by 2022. The report says that “75 million jobs may be displaced by a shift in the division of labor between humans and machines, while...