Conferences and Events
Technology and Society Initiative
Upcoming events
The following events feature faculty affiliated with the Johns Hopkins Carey Business School Technology and Society Initiative
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Recent events
Eighth Annual NABE Tech Economics Conference & Industry Job Fair: Tec24: Economics in the Age of Algorithms, Experiments, and AI
Julia Levine, Michael Luca, Ozge Sahin, Colleen Stuart
EmTech 2024
Michael Luca
TSI Roundtable: Technology and Cities
December 3, 2024
Recent technological advances offer cities new opportunities to enhance services, improve quality of life, and strengthen communities. Universities play a role in advancing these efforts by conducting policy relevant research, bridging research and practice, and collaborating with local governments to develop a toolkit for leveraging for the social good. The JHU Carey Technology and Society Initiative has been active in this area, partnering with companies and governments.
On December 3, the Tech and Society Initiative hosted a roundtable discussion exploring the intersection of analytics, technology, and cities. Following opening remarks by Lindsey Parker, chief of staff to DC Mayor Muriel Bowser, the conversation explored paths to leverage technology to improve city life.
TSI Roundtable: Assessing Privacy Regulations
November 19, 2024
Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg Center, 555 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington, D.C. 20001
Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg Center, 555 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington, D.C. 20001 As the scope and scale of data collection continue to increase, policymakers around the globe are exploring ways to balance companies’ desire to leverage consumer data with the desire of customers to understand and influence whether and how their data is being used. On November 19, the Tech and Society Initiative hosted a roundtable discussion on privacy regulations. Following opening remarks by Devesh Raval, the Deputy Director for Consumer Protection, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), and Nellie Lew, the Assistant Director for Consumer Protection, FTC on the current landscape, there was a roundtable discussion on the tradeoffs involved in different approaches to corporate and government approaches to privacy policy.
On October 8, the Tech and Society Initiative hosted a roundtable discussion on platform regulation. Following presentations by Kush Amlani, Global Competition & Regulatory Counsel at Mozilla, and Gemma Petrie, Principal Researcher at Mozilla, there was a roundtable discussion exploring potential strategies to assess and inform platform regulation.
TSI Roundtable: The Evolving Platform Regulation Landscape
October 8, 2024
Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg Center, 555 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington, D.C. 20001
Major platforms continue to shape our digital experiences as a growing share of the economy moves online. In this evolving landscape, it is critical for business leaders and policymakers to assess the societal impact of platforms. This offers opportunities for platforms to create more human-centered products. Thoughtful regulation can also play a crucial role in fostering a vibrant tech ecosystem that prioritizes consumer protection, competition, and innovation.
On October 8, the Tech and Society Initiative hosted a roundtable discussion on platform regulation. Following presentations by Kush Amlani, Global Competition & Regulatory Counsel at Mozilla, and Gemma Petrie, Principal Researcher at Mozilla, there was a roundtable discussion exploring potential strategies to assess and inform platform regulation.
Panel on the Regulation of Privacy in the U.S.
September 17, 2024 | 4 - 5:30 p.m.
Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg Center, 555 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington, D.C. 20001
Companies now collect, analyze, repackage, and sell extraordinary amounts of data on customers. For instance, companies now track and sell data ranging from person-level records of smart phone locations over time to what people search for online. While this offers the promise of data-driven decisions, new products, and targeted advertisements, it also heightens concerns about privacy.
Business leaders, policymakers, and researchers alike are grappling with how and when to thoughtfully approach issues of data and privacy.
On September 17, Professor Itay Fainmesser (Carey) moderated a discussion with Alessandro Bonatti (MIT), Laura Brandimorte (University of Arizona), Alejandro Rosenberg (Federal Trade Commission), and Daniel Sokol (University of Southern California) on the economics of privacy, including a discussion of recent research on privacy, as well as current and upcoming federal and states' regulations.
Courses
Three-day Executive Education course:
Leveraging AI for Business Success
January 16 - 18, 2025 | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg center, 555 Pennsylvania ave. NW, Washington, D.C. 20001
Join this three-day executive program to learn how artificial intelligence is transforming business, and how to leverage it in your company.
Artificial intelligence and machine learning are transforming business and society at an unprecedented rate. As these technologies become central to our lives and the business ecosystem, leaders must be equipped to navigate and leverage their potential. This program is designed to help you do just that, demystifying AI and its applications.
Who should attend? This program is tailored for managers and leaders across sectors—including finance, health care, retail, and manufacturing—and functions such as product management, research and development, sales, marketing, and talent management. No prior technical knowledge is required.
What will you learn?
- Understanding AI/ML: Gain a comprehensive overview of AI and ML technologies, including predictive models and Generative AI (GenAI), and learn how they can drive business efficiency and growth.
- Becoming AI-ready: Learn how to make your organization AI-ready, including the internal structural and functional changes needed to integrate AI effectively.
- Practical applications: Explore successful AI applications and real world case studies in different industries and how they can be adapted to your organization’s needs.
- Simulations and hands-on experience: Engage with AI capabilities through interactive simulations to see real-world applications in action.
- Ethical and risk considerations: Delve into the ethical implications and risks associated with AI, and learn best practices for designing responsible AI solutions.
Why attend? This program will provide you with actionable insights and practical tools to harness AI/ML for strategic advantage. You'll come away with the knowledge to lead your team through the AI revolution, ensuring your organization not only adapts but thrives in the evolving landscape.