Last week in Vancouver, thousands of tech experts, startups and investors gathered at Web Summit Vancouver, where artificial intelligence dominated the conversation.
Across keynote addresses and breakout sessions, a clear message emerged: the need to strengthen governance as AI reshapes industries and societies.
One of the most vocal voices was Bethany Edmunds of Northeastern University, which spans 13 North American campuses, including Vancouver. In an on-stage conversation with Dan Williams, Edmunds highlighted critical gaps in existing AI frameworks.
She underscored that while AI breakthroughs accelerate, policy and oversight have yet to keep pace. According to Edmunds, closing these gaps will require new collaboration between researchers, industry players and policymakers on a global scale.
As startups roll out cutting-edge AI products and investors fuel rapid growth, the call is clear: governance must be front and center. For globally minded innovators and changemakers, Edmunds’ insights from Web Summit Vancouver offer a roadmap for balancing technological promise with responsible stewardship.
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