Top telecom executives met with US national security officials at the White House on Friday November 22, 2024 as concerns mount over a long-running Chinese cyber-espionage campaign that has targeted some of the most senior US political figures in the country. The...
Boston Global Forum Conference: AIWS for New Democracy
Date: November 25, 2024 Time: 8:15 AM – 12:00 PM Venue: Harvard University Loeb House, 17 Quincy Street, Cambridge, MA 02138 Agenda 8:15 AM – 8:30 AM Guest Arrival and Networking 8:30 AM – 8:40 AM Welcome Remarks Thomas Patterson,...
Remarks of Governor Michael Dukakis, Chair of Boston Global Forum, to honor Dr. Alondra Nelson
Ladies and gentlemen, distinguished guests, It is with great pleasure and honor that I stand before you today to celebrate the remarkable contributions of Dr. Alondra Nelson as she receives the prestigious 2024 World Leader in AI World Society Award. Dr. Nelson's...
The Shinzo Abe Youth Leader Award
The Shinzo Abe Youth Leader Award recognizes outstanding individuals who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, innovation, and contributions to Japanese society, particularly in the context of the Age of AI and Digital advancement. This prestigious award honors...
Better late than never: Four Pillars Roundup
After months of domestic political stalling and deadlock, the US lower chamber (House of Representatives) has finally passed a military aid package for Ukraine. This is finally happening in part due to the current Speaker MIke Johnson's final willingness to defy the...
India’s G20 Sherpa: Citizen Stack and the Data Sovereignty – Knowledge Platform for AI
Mr. Amitabh Kant, India's G20 Sherpa and Former CEO of NITI Aayog, India, will speak and discuss at the Boston Global Forum Roundtable “India’s G20 Sherpa: Citizen Stack and the Data Sovereignty - Knowledge Platform for AI Systems.” This event is scheduled from 12:15...
BGF World Leader for Peace and Security Award recipient Ursula von der Leyen visits the Finland-Russia border to assess security situation
This is an excerpt from the full article published in the AP. Please read it here. The head of the European Union’s executive branch said Friday that Finland’s decision to close its border crossings with Russia over a surge in migrants is a security matter for the...
Japan eyes launch of new dialogue framework on int’l AI regulations
This is an excerpt from the full article published on the Kyodo News website. Please read it here. Japan is considering establishing a new framework for dialogue involving like-minded nations to discuss international regulations on the appropriate use of generative...