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Title and Brief Description:
‚Welcoming Sentient AI‘ is a thought-provoking art intervention by conceptual artist Gian Klain. Launching in November 2023, this event series invites you to engage with the complex realm of future AI co-existence, opening a unique space for critical discourse and societal reflection on AI.
 
Project Description:
‚Welcoming Sentient AI‘ is an immersive event at the crossroads of art, science, and technology, igniting discussions on AI’s societal impact. The event showcases cutting-edge ART-ificial intelligence works by artists, offering a glimpse into the world of AI-driven creativity.
 
A highlight is the premiere of „Singularity is Here,“ a room-scale installation exploring the evolving AI landscape, provoking contemplation about its implications.
 
As the evening progresses, „Illuminating Drinks“ metamorphose into a dynamic public discourse. This engaging session includes cozy fireside chats with thought leaders from the realms of AI, philosophy, digitalization, science, entertainment, and politics. The discourse reaches its zenith with a surprise guest appearance, infusing an electrifying and unparalleled dimension into the conversation.
 
Intended Impact:
‚Welcoming Sentient AI‘ aims to foster a robust, dynamic network between actors from the fields of arts, science, and technology, enabling a deep, insightful exchange of ideas. The event aspires to inspire new collaborations and partnerships, fostering innovative projects that cross traditional boundaries. In essence it fosters a unique space for critical discourse and societal reflection on AI.
 
Conclusion:
‚Welcoming Sentient AI‘ seeks to stimulate discussion, spark creativity, and encourage a comprehensive exploration of AI’s role in society and its potential to influence and shape the future.
 
About the Artist
Gian Klain, also known as Gian Klainguti, artist, immersive storyteller, and creative director with a Master’s degree in Human-Computer Interaction, is the seasoned creative behind this initiative. His work explores the intersection of consciousness, technology, and creativity.
 
Artist Statement:
„As a concerned citizen, I’m launching the „Welcoming Sentient AI“ platform, which aims to spotlight the far-reaching consequences of AI on how we interact, live, and perceive the world, through the power of art and engaging public discourse.“
 
„By exploring potential futures, we aim to cultivate awareness of the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.“
Gian Klain
 
SoMa:
Cultivating Imaginable Futures

 
Through immersive experiences, art & public discourse.
 
Our Objectives:
–) Fostering an inclusive dialogue and prototyping scenarios in which AI benefits all of humanity.
–) Cultivating public interest and awareness regarding the impact of accelerating technologies.
 
Insta Account:
@WelcomingSentientAI
(@GianKlain)
 
Main #
#TheSingularityIsHere
#WelcomingSentientAI
#ArtificialSuperIntelligence
 
Secondary #

#SimulatingSingularity
#exploring_a_changing_reality
#ArtIntervention
#conceptualart
#journeyintothedepthsofreality
#GianKlain
#ArtificialSuperIntelligence
#ShanDeLiar
 
Participating Artist:
https://www.instagram.com/allesnegativ.ch/
https://www.instagram.com/nu.ru.nu/
https://www.instagram.com/gritney/
https://www.instagram.com/kratadata/
https://www.instagram.com/gianklain
https://www.instagram.com/simon_jaquemet/
 
Guests:
https://www.instagram.com/jnode72/
https://www.instagram.com/sunnie_groeneveld/
https://www.instagram.com/julienw1107/
https://www.instagram.com/nicolaforster_/
 

Programm:
5:00 pm Door Opening & Registration
5:15 pm Opening Words
5:30 pm Launch „The Singularity is Here“ Art Installation –
Do You Dare to trigger the technical singularity? Come find out in this immersive experience.
 
5:45 pm „ARTificial Intelligence“ Presentations
Discover cutting-edge projects from selected artists working with AI at the forefront of the future.
 
6:15 pm „Illuminating Drinks“ Part 1
A fireside chat with special guests on what it means to be human in the age of artificial intelligence.
 
7:15 pm „Illuminating Drinks“ Part 2 – Public Discourse
What if artificial intelligence moves towards artificial general intelligence?