Dell Technologies Innovation series highlights importance of diversity & inclusivity in our AI age

Today, Dell Technologies hosted an Innovation in Session event in which over 100 Irish business principals and leading technology experts explored advancements in Artificial Intelligence and other emerging technologies, which will drive ongoing digital transformation.

The event organised by Dell Technologies focused on diversity and innovation in the age of AI. Prominent technologist and AI for Good advocate, Kriti Sharma addressed the group on the importance of creating diverse and ethical AI in order to gain the trust of industry and citizens as global digitisation continues to gather pace.

Kriti Sharma, AI & Data Technologist, Business Executive & Humanitarian said: “It is important that the technology world does not exist in a bubble. It is our responsibility to be more open and explain what we are doing. That’s why it is so important to bring leaders from business together here today for the Dell Technologies event in Dublin, one of Europe’s digital hubs. Artificial intelligence offers amazing possibilities for improving the way we work and live. However, as the technology advances, transparency will become more important”.

Attendees took part in collaborative discussions and interactive workshops on diversity, inclusivity and innovation, as well as how technology can support innovation. The leaders of digital identity app, Yoti, outlined some of the proven business outcomes of using AI as well some of the challenges it has to overcome to scale its offering and achieve global business success.

Dell Technologies Presents: Innovation in Session

Mark Hopkins, General Manager at Dell Technologies Ireland added: “I am delighted to welcome Kriti to the first ever Dell Technologies Presents event. As a forward-thinking technology leader, she is working hard to make sure that we use powerful emerging technologies, like AI, for good. Her insights on the importance of diversity in emerging technology are invaluable to our customers.”

“The real-life insights from the digital identity app Yoti showed us some of the exciting opportunities that AI presents. One of Yoti’s goals is to use technology to empower its customers in the easiest, more secure manner. At Dell Technologies we are committed to making sure that emerging technologies benefit everyone, so we are working hard with our customers to drive the next wave of their digital transformation”.

Gordon Scobbie, Country Lead at Yoti said: “At Yoti we’re on a mission to be the world’s trusted identity platform. We’re delighted to be at Dell Technologies’ Innovation Session in Dublin to show how our latest AI for good age estimation technology, Yoti Age Scan, can help individuals prove their age in a simple, private and secure way. We believe it is crucial to have a transparent approach to help build understanding and trust when launching new technology.”