MIT Technology Review Announces First Ever EmTech Next Conference June 4-5

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Apr 10, 2018

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., April 10, 2018 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — Today, MIT Technology Review announced its inaugural EmTech Next conference, which will take place June 4-5, 2018 at the MIT Media Lab. The latest in the EmTech Event Series, this conference will focus on how emerging technologies are augmenting human capabilities.

MIT Technology Review Announces First Ever EmTech Next Conference June 4-5

Advancements in artificial intelligence, robotics, virtual reality, and 3D printing are poised to dramatically change the future of work. How will humans collaborate with machines in a constructive and effective way? What policy considerations must be made to ensure that everyone stands to benefit in this wave of disruption?

EmTech Next discussion topics around the future of work will include:

Artificial intelligence and its impact on businesses
Human and robot collaboration
The digital factory and 3D printing
VR/AR in the workplace
The skill gap myth – or rethinking retraining
Labor disruption and jobs of the future

The growing line-up of speakers includes:

Brad Smith, President, Microsoft
Manuela Veloso, Head, Machine Learning Department, Carnegie Mellon University
Jason Furman, Professor of the Practice of Economic Policy, Harvard Kennedy School
Jessica Brillhart, Director, Vrai Pictures
John Hart, Associate Professor, Mechanical Engineering, MIT; Co-Founder, Desktop Metal
Melonee Wise, CEO, Fetch Robotics
Sanjay Sarma, Vice President for Open Learning, MIT

Click here for full conference details, registration, and partnership opportunities.

Media who would like to cover the event should reach out to press@technologyreview.com to learn more about obtaining press credentials.

About The EmTech Event Series
MIT Technology Review’s EmTech Event Series dives into emerging technologies that will drive the new global economy. From mainstage keynotes to Q&As and small discussions, these events provide a curated view of the year’s most important developments. EmTech gives attendees the opportunity to discover future trends and learn from the most innovative people and companies in the world. Currently in its 18th year, EmTech events have quickly become a must-attend for entrepreneurs, innovators, policy leaders, media and more. Upcoming EmTech events include Business of Blockchain, April 23 and EmTech Next, June 4-5. Learn more.

About MIT Technology Review
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