Khalifa University Hosts Eric Schmidt, Former Executive Chairman and CEO of Google, for Fireside Chat
Khalifa University Hosts Eric Schmidt, Former Executive Chairman and CEO of Google, for Fireside Chat
Widely-known Innovator Shares Perspectives on the Future of Technology in Highly Digitalized World
Abu Dhabi(News Desk)::Khalifa University of Science and Technology today hosted Eric Schimdt, former Executive Chairman and CEO of Google, who shared his perspectives on the emphatic future of technology in an increasingly digitalized world during a fireside chat at the Main Campus.
His Excellency Professor Ebrahim Al Hajri, President, Khalifa University, welcomed Schmidt and accompanied him on a tour of the University’s research labs and facilities, that represent the pioneering status of the institution, which leads the UAE with the largest number of patents.
In his fireside chat with Prabhav Sharma, a distinguished figure in the world of global investment, Schimdt shared his perspectives on the future of technology and commended the leading initiatives undertaken by the UAE especially in revolutionary technologies such as artificial intelligence. They tackled some of the most profound and thought-provoking questions in AI and innovation. The conversation also expanded to blockchain, the evolving role of digital assets in finance, and other technologies set to redefine the next decade. He also shared insights from his latest book, Genesis, on the transformative power of AI in an increasingly digital world.
Lauding Khalifa University for its academic and research accomplishments, he highlighted the University’s role in commercializing some of its lab-grown technologies into successful business ventures through incubation and attracting venture capital. Schimdt noted that the UAE is well- positioned to drive groundbreaking advancements on the global stage, with its forward-thinking leadership and dynamic young generation.ENDS