Session
Ministry of Trade, Industry and Fisheries
TBD
9. Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
10. Reduced Inequalities
17. Partnerships for the Goals
Targets: Through real-world examples and expert insights, this session will uncover how small entities can not only compete with but also thrive alongside larger players to shape a more inclusive and dynamic technological future. Through a forward-looking discussion on unlocking opportunities, fostering cooperation, and ensuring that innovation thrives at all levels of the global tech landscape this session will also contribute to fulfill the SDGs.
Theater
Keynote-presentations followed by a panellist-discussion.
The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence and its integration into various sectors has the potential to reshape industries, economies, and societies worldwide. However, as foundational AI models grow increasingly larger and more resource-intensive, the disparity between the biggest players and smaller entities becomes more pronounced. For small states and innovative companies, this transformation presents unique challenges, particularly in accessing the computational power, data, and funding required to compete. However, it also creates opportunities to develop innovative and purpose-driven new solutions, and forge strategic collaborations. How do we enable equitable growth and innovation, ensuring that smaller entities can thrive in a field seemingly dominated by some of the largest entities on the planet? By focusing on international cooperation, knowledge sharing and strategic partnerships, we can work towards a balanced and inclusive technological landscape that benefits all stakeholders. This session will explore how small states and small, innovative companies can navigate a world seemingly dominated by large foundational models and large countries. We will discuss how small states can promote innovation and competitiveness, and how small businesses can collaborate with and compete against larger models through innovative approaches.