AI & Humanity
Roundtable Discussion
Deep, insightful conversations exploring the intersection of technology and humanity
Event Format
Duration
2.5 hours of engaging discussions
Participants
~30 attendees divided into 4 groups
Rotation
Groups switch topics every 20 minutes
Categories
Technology · Marketing · Business · Politics
▸ Each group will start at one discussion category.
▸ After 20 minutes, groups will rotate to the next topic.
▸ At the end of each 20-minute session, the group should select one key insight or provocative takeaway to share with everyone.
Group Role
Each group must assign a leader/facilitator who will:
Guide the discussion to keep it balanced and inclusive.
Capture key points or themes on paper or digitally.
Present a 2-minute summary of the group's discussion when rotations end.
Discussion Categories
Category 1: Technology
"Building Intelligence for Humanity"
Focus: tools, methods, architectures, and innovation
1. What emerging AI development tools or frameworks (e.g., LangChain, OpenDevin, LlamaIndex, Hugging Face) are most effective for building real-world human-centered applications?
2. How do we balance speed of innovation vs. reliability and safety when deploying generative or agent-based systems?
3. What are the biggest engineering challenges in integrating AI models into existing software systems — from APIs and microservices to versioning and testing?
4. How can we embed human feedback loops and continuous model evaluation into production AI systems to ensure alignment with real user needs?
Category 2: Marketing
"Redefining Connection Through AI"
Focus: tools, automation, data, personalization, and human emotion
1. How is generative AI transforming creative workflows — from content ideation to ad copy to video production?
2. With AI-driven personalization and predictive analytics, how can marketers avoid crossing into manipulation or "hyper-surveillance"?
3. What are the most impactful AI tools today for understanding human behavior and emotion in real time?
4. As automation scales content and campaigns, what does "authentic human storytelling" mean in an AI-saturated landscape?
Category 3: Business
"Human-Driven Innovation in the AI Era"
Focus: leadership, strategy, and organizational transformation
1. How can companies integrate AI without eroding the human judgment that defines good leadership?
2. What new roles or organizational structures are emerging because of AI integration?
3. How should companies measure ROI when AI impacts not just efficiency, but creativity, culture, and innovation speed?
4. What ethical frameworks can guide AI adoption in business decisions that directly affect people's lives or livelihoods?
Category 4: Politics
"Governing Intelligence for the Common Good"
Focus: regulation, ethics, governance, and societal impact
1. How should governments and global institutions collaborate to regulate AI development without stifling innovation?
2. What's the right balance between national AI strategies (security, sovereignty) and global ethical standards?
3. How can citizens maintain agency when political discourse, media, and public opinion are increasingly influenced by AI-generated content?
4. Should there be an international "AI Bill of Rights" to protect humanity from misuse and bias in algorithmic systems?
Bonus Reflection
After all the discussions, ask yourself:
"What immediate action will I take to shape the future through technology — a future where humanity will truly thrive?"