As AI continues to advance and its societal impact deepens, it presents both unprecedented opportunities for progress and significant challenges that require careful navigation. No longer merely a tool, AI is evolving into a companion to humans, reshaping the way we live and work, and calling for new frameworks to understand and govern its role. This workshop at MSR Asia TAB 2024 will bring together internal and external researchers to explore critical themes such as AI evaluation, value alignment, and its far-reaching influence on productivity, education, research, and employment. By fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, we aim to harness AI’s potential while ensuring it serves the long-term interests of humanity.
The goals of the workshop include, but are not limited to:
- Exchange Visions and Research updates of Societal AI: Bringing together Microsoft and academic partners to share and discuss the latest advancements in Societal AI.
- Engage in Strategic Discussions on Societal AI Insights: Delve into the core questions and concepts outlined in Societal AI, gathering critical feedback from thought leaders and partners to refine and enhance collective understanding and approach.
- Strengthen Collaboration and Partnerships: Deepen the engagement between MSR Asia team and both internal and external researchers through open dialogue, promoting collaboration to drive the innovation and application of Societal AI.
Organizing Committee
Xing Xie (Chair), Beibei Shi (Chair), Xiaoyuan Yi (Co-Chair), Fangzhao Wu (Co-Chair), Jianxun Lian (Co-Chair), Miran Lee, Binghao Huan