A Race for Humans VS Machines: The Good, Bad and Ugly of AI

A Debate on Humans Vs. Machines
and the impact of AI on humanity and society.

Dr. Omar Hatamleh, PhD

Description

In this debate, Lenin Gali moderates, the three distinguished participants, career practitioners, authors, prolific thought leaders, and industry experts Dr. Omar Hatamleh, Dr. Michael Lewrick, Ferose V.R. will explore the multifaceted implications of artificial intelligence (AI) on society, focusing on its beneficial applications, potential drawbacks, and ethical challenges. The discussion will encompass various aspects of AI, including its role in enhancing productivity, the risks associated with job displacement, and the moral dilemmas that arise from machine decision-making. Participants will articulate their perspectives on how AI can empower and threaten human existence, ultimately seeking to understand the delicate balance needed for a harmonious coexistence between humans and machines.

The debate will be structured to allow each participant to present their arguments, engage in cross-examination, and address audience questions, fostering an insightful dialogue on this crucial topic.

Speaker Bio

Dr. Omar Hatamleh is an internationally recognized thought leader in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and author of multiple books on AI. Dr Hatamleh currently serves as the Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center. Prior to his current role he was the Chief Advisor for Artificial Intelligence and Innovation at Goddard Space Flight Center and the Lead for NASA IT Strategy at NASA Headquarters. He was responsible for creating the AI Strategy and identifying and integrating cutting-edge AI and technology solutions that support NASA’s missions and goals. Dr. Hatamleh was also the former Chief Innovation Officer, Engineering at NASA JSC, and the Executive Director of the Space Studies Program at International Space University. He has 28 years’ experience at NASA and has published over 33 international journal articles in engineering with over 1400 citations, and has received multiple awards and recognitions from NASA, including the Silver Achievement Medal, the NASA Innovation Award, and the Superior Achievement Award. He holds four engineering degrees, speaks four languages. Dr. Hatamleh is recognized as one of the Top 100 Global Thought Leaders in Artificial Intelligence and Innovation and has been an invited keynote speaker to various events including G20, United Nations, Google, IBM, Microsoft, Dell, European Investment Fund, and has been featured in various media like CNN, Forbes etc.
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