Erik Hanberg

 Erik Hanberg was an amazing speaker and helped us understand the effect of AI on the arts. It opened my eye to how human creativity is at stake to a certain extent, especially when considering the emotional investment artists put into their work, the personal struggles that often fuel their creations. However, he also presented the paradigm with the fact that a non-musician can create their musical idea despite no formal training. Is that valid art if it was done without any pain, without the traditional struggle of mastering an instrument or understanding music theory? He made us think about the evolving definition of art, and whether the process itself holds inherent value.

The ability of AI to improve productivity is a topic which I enjoyed, especially in my job, I already employ it to help me sift through large data sets. It's not just about efficiency, but also about freeing up time for more creative and strategic tasks. I believe another great idea is to use AI as translation between other neural nets which may not speak human language, but are nonetheless powerful. This translation capability can unlock new forms of collaboration between different AI systems, allowing them to share information and work together more effectively. Using these AIs also as future translators between computing standards such as quantum computing which may be a part of many peoples jobs soon, is a powerful concept. This ability to bridge communication gaps will be essential as technology continues to advance. Along with that, his vast portfolio of non-profit and board positions point to his ability to see ahead and prepare companies for the future. He showed us how foresight is key in a rapidly changing world, and that adaptability will be crucial for success.