Writers @ Stanton: Toby Walsh

Trace the evolution of artificial intelligence in six key ideas with researcher Toby Walsh.

Since Alan Turing first posed the question, ‘Can machines think?’, artificial intelligence has evolved from a speculative idea to a transformative force. The Shortest History of AI traces this evolution and simplifies AI into six key ideas, from Ada Lovelace’s visionary work to the revolutionary emergence of ChatGPT. It also explores AI’s cultural journey, touching on classics such as Frankenstein and The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy.

About the author

Toby Walsh is one of the world’s leading researchers in artificial intelligence. He is a Professor of Artificial Intelligence at the University of New South Wales and leads a research group at Data61, Australia’s Centre of Excellence for ICT Research. He is a fellow of the Association for the Advancement of AI for his contributions to AI research, and has won the prestigious Humboldt research award.

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Accessibility

This event will be held on Level 1 and is accessible for people using mobility aids via lift. A hearing loop is also installed.