WDTA | DWC Summit “Building Trust in the Digital World” Successfully Concludes in Geneva, Switzerland
Geneva, Switzerland — April 14, 2024
On April 14, 2024, World Digital Technology Academy (WDTA) hosted the Digital World Conference (DWC) summit in Geneva Switzerland. Coinciding with the 27th Session of the United Nations Commission on Science and Technology for Development, this DWC summit underscores WDTA’s dedication to making advanced digital technology accessible to everyone. By fostering a safer, more efficient, and collaborative global digital ecosystem, WDTA is committed to ensuring that no one is left behind.
Since its establishment in April 2023 in Geneva, WDTA is dedicated to reshaping digital technology worldwide. Prof. Peter Major, the founding chairman, explained that WDTA’s core principles — speed, safety, and sharing — are fundamental to its operations. “Our aim is to set global digital standards, lead in technological innovation, and enhance international collaboration,” he stated.
During the DWC Geneva Summit, Yale Li, the Executive Chairman of WDTA, presented an expansive overview of the newly launched Digital Talent Development Program — — DigiBridge. Li highlighted that “DigiBridge aims to address talent shortages in developing nations by enhancing digital skills, strengthening the digital economy, and fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange within the digital realm.”
Chairman Li also announced the two certifications Digibridge started to offer, “Certified Chief AI Officer” and “ Certified AI Security Professional”. These certifications serve as excellent training resources for corporate decision-makers aiming to sharpen their expertise in key areas.
Tech thought leaders shared inspiring insights on “Building Trust in Digital World” at DWC Geneva. Here are a few highlights of the night:
Laurie Locascio shared her role as the Director of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), emphasized the agency’s role in promoting U.S. innovation through critical research and standards development in AI, semiconductors, cybersecurity, quantum science, and communications, highlighting the significant focus on building trust in AI at the DWC Summit.
Ken Huang, Co-Chair of the WDTA AI STR Working Group，Chief Author of “Generative AI Security” and “Beyond AI” books , introduced key educational resources such as the aforementioned books he wrote.
Lars Nagel, CEO of IDSA, Co-Chair of WDTA Data Space Working Group, spoke on important issue surrounding data spaces. “Data spaces are a kind of magic that makes business, economics and life dramatically better.” Nagel stated in his presentation.
Max Stauffer, Co-Founder and CEO of Simon Institute for Longterm Governance, elaborated on the significant role his non-profit organization plays in partnership with the United Nations and its member states to enhance AI governance initiatives.
The event proceeded to its first panel discussion on Generative AI Governance, where panelists from leading organizations shared their perspectives on the challenges and framework necessary in the governing Generative AI. This session featured a panel of experts from the United Nations International Computing Centre, the Norwegian Academy of Engineering, Georgetown’s Center for Security and Emerging Technology (CSET), Reco Al, and OpenAI.
The second panel discussion topic, “GenAI Security,” continued the conversation with contributions from professionals representing the Canadian Academy of Engineering, Private AI, Ant Group, NVIDIA, and Microsoft.
During this event, WDTA celebrated the inauguration ceremony of its new global headquarters in Geneva, marking a significant advancement in global digital technology development. It symbolizes a new era in digital technology development and international collaboration, promising a safer, efficient, and more collaborative digital future for everyone.
