Transformative Smart Bangladesh Summit 2023 held in Dhaka

A two-day summit titled "Transformative Smart Bangladesh Summit," organized by ICT-d and a2i, ended in Dhaka on Tuesday focusing on various facets of Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) with the aim of bridging the digital divide, reports UNB.

The inauguration ceremony, held on October 30, was attended by Planning Minister MA Mannan as the chief guest.

Later in the day, a high-level Ministerial Conference titled "Responsible AI for Shared Future" was held.

The event featured a panel discussion moderated by Anir Chowdhury, Policy Advisor of a2i, highlighting AI's role in reducing digital disparity and fostering sustainability.

Mohammad Navid Shafiullah, Additional Secretary of the ICT Division, delivered the welcome remarks, setting the stage for a series of thought-provoking discussions.

State Minister for ICT Zunaid Ahmed Palak shared insights into the pivotal role of Artificial Intelligence.

Distinguished guest speaker Sir Geoff Mulgan, Professor at University College London (UCL) and former CEO of Nesta, UK, added an international perspective to the discourse.

Ministers from various countries, including Gambia and São Tomé and Príncipe, contributed valuable insights to the conference.