THE 2nd cycle of online training programs for the artificial intelligence and its applications, organized by the National Documentation & Electronic Content (ECB) in the context of European Smart Attica Digital Innovation Nodecompleted successfully in March. With four specialized programs, it covered critical areas of modern life and entrepreneurship, attracting more than 250 participants per event.
ECB programs focused on Innovation, Philosophythe Financially and Public sectoraddressed to large and medium -sized enterprises, startups, spinoffs, organizations and bodies seeking to enhance their digital abilities.
Distinguished speakers from the researcher, academic and business space analyzed the impact of artificial intelligence and new technologies on entrepreneurship, highlighting their innovative potential. Practical applications were presented, TN’s moral and social dimensions were discussed, Case studies were examined and the future prospects of the sector were analyzed.
Educational Program: “Artificial Intelligence & Innovation: From Scientific Research to Business Implementation”
The first training program of the cycle was aimed at enhancing skills in utilizing artificial intelligence technologies, emphasizing the bridging of scientific research with real business applications.
The event started with greeting from Dr Maria MalagoniarisSmart Attica Edih Innovation Advisor to the ECB, which highlighted the rapid transformation of the industry due to new technologies. He emphasized the role of artificial intelligence as a catalyst for entrepreneurship, highlighting the importance of its proper implementation through a dynamic innovation ecosystem and a structured framework for education.
Then the Antonis AngelakisAssistant Professor at the Department of Political Science of the University of Crete, presented basic concepts of artificial intelligence and analyzed its prospects in the economy and technological competition, as well as the challenges that accompany its implementation.
THE ParisAssistant Professor in the Department of Digital Industry Technologies at the School of Science of the NCSR, he explained critical concepts of artificial intelligence and Generic AI, focusing on the dangers of their use.
THE Vassilis NikolopoulosAvokado’s Chief Technology Officer & Co-Founder, presented practical applications of artificial intelligence in entrepreneurship, highlighting its role in commercial product placement.
Then the Kyriakos DrivasAssociate Professor at the Department of Economics of the University of Piraeus, analyzed the challenges and opportunities in the registration of copyright for technological achievements.
Finally, the Dr. George FeretzakisCo -founder of Secoragen.Ai and researcher in the field of artificial intelligence, presented data protection issues, highlighting the key threats and challenges arising from the use of artificial intelligence models.
Educational program: “Artificial Intelligence & Philosophy: From Human Thought to Mechanical Learning”
The second educational program focused on philosophical questions arising from artificial intelligence and its applications in everyday life.
The event was welcomed by Dr. Maria MalagonariSmart Attica Edih Innovation Adviser, which raised the central philosophical issues that the program explored.
The first speaker, Panagiotis PantazakosProfessor in the Department of Philosophy of the School of Philosophy of the NCSR, highlighted the role of philosophy as a moral and critic of the technological progress, with the aim of safeguarding human rights and promoting humanity.
Then the Maria ChorianopoulouAssistant Professor of Practical Philosophy & Medical Ethics in the Department of Philosophy of the NCSR, developed the basic principles of anthropocentric artificial intelligence, analyzing moral dilemmas related to transparency and protection of personal data. At the same time, he proposed directions on the responsible development of artificial intelligence.
THE Alkis GounarisPostdoctoral researcher & lecturer at the Department of Philosophy of the NCSR, presented the dynamics of cooperation between humans and machines, while Dimitris Melidis, Lawyer, MSc, PhD candidate and lecturer in the program “Digital Judicial Systems and Technology”
Educational Program: “Artificial Intelligence & Finance: From Business Idea to Economic Implementation”
The third educational program focused on utilizing artificial intelligence technologies in the field of finance.
The event was predicted by Dr. Maria Malagoniaris, Innovation Advisor Smart Attica Edih, pointing out that the program will consider the use of mechanical and deep learning in the provision of financial trends, the provision of smart consulting services and the fight against financial fraud.
THE BasilAssociate Professor in the Department of Economics of the DUTH, developed the basic concepts of mechanical and deep learning, while presenting the spread of Fintech technologies in Europe and the Greek market. In addition, it highlighted the advantages of adopting these technologies and emerging trends in the field of finance.
THE Christos KalandranAssistant Professor of Finance at the University of Western Attica, talked about digital coins, analyzing the potential benefits, dangers and challenges they face. At the same time, he referred to the regulatory framework governing their use in the banking system.
The event was completed by Dr. Apostolos KatsafadosFinancial Advisor and Finance Teacher at the OPA, who presented five key categories of artificial intelligence with high dynamics in the business world. He referred to their effects on workers and presented case studies that highlight the essential benefits of artificial intelligence for businesses.
Educational Program: “Artificial Intelligence & Public Sector: From Governance to Citizens Digital Services”
The 4th educational program, which completes this cycle, has as central themes of digital governance and digital services to citizens.
In her greeting, the Dr. Maria MalagonariInnovation Advisor to Smart Attica Edih, highlighted the benefits and opportunities for improving the daily lives of citizens, as well as the dangers, as well as the legal and moral challenges that may arise from the adoption of artificial intelligence technologies.
THE Charalambos ChrysomallidesAssistant Professor in the Department of Business Administration & Organizations of the University of Peloponnese, highlighted the theoretical opportunities that are opened for public administration and focused on the Greek case. It presented applications of the wider public sector that have reduced bureaucracy and have upgraded services to citizens, and also referred to the challenges to be addressed, proposing ways of intervening.
THE Christos KokkalasHead of the Department of Innovation and Optimal Practices at the General Secretariat of Public Administration of the Ministry of the Interior, presented the potential and limitations of artificial intelligence for public administration. He referred to the institutional framework for policy planning for artificial intelligence, recommendations and instructions for adopting it, basic support pillars and the mechanisms of monitoring the effectiveness and ethics of artificial intelligence.
THE Ioannis Kotsis-GiannarakisAssociate of Digital Transformation & Digital Abilities Department in EYDIT, presented the new AI4PS initiative. Finally, Michalis Igoumenidis, an Associate Professor at the Department of Nursing at the University of Patras, focused on the use of AI in the protocols of clinical decisions, highlighting its importance for patient care.
The four events of the cycle were co -ordinated by Konstantina Konstantinou from the ECB, an innovation & communication consultant at the Smart Attica Edih, who also assumed the presentation of the public’s questions to the speakers. In addition, at the end of each educational program, he analyzed and highlighted the most important points from the speeches, making a comprehensive summary.
Smart Attica Edih
The European Smart Attica (Smart Attica Edih) digital innovation hub, the first hub for artificial intelligence in Greece, focuses on the digital transformation of Greek small and medium -sized businesses with the aim of enhancing their digital maturity.
The Smart Attica hub provides services based on the know -how of the node, artificial intelligence, big data, high performance computing, 5G technology and cyber security.
According to the operational planning and in consensus with the European Digital Innovation Hubs pan -European network, the hub supports businesses and organizations in three critical areas of the Greek economy: Energy & Environment, Energy & Environment, Supply Chain & Transport (Supply Chain & Mobility) Tourism).
The consortium of the Smart Attica Edih hub consists of 17 partners in Greece, including the ECB, and is coordinated by the Digital Innovation Hub (Ahedd) of the National Science Research Center “Democritus”. The know -how and roles of the partners, derived from the research, academic, business and banking/ financial sector, guarantee the strengthening of organizations, offering a full range of services.
The EKT, taking advantage of its experience and role in the domestic innovation system as well as the synergies created by projects and actions it already implements, offers a network of integrated networking, consulting, information and education services to help improve innovative and digital and digital and digital and digital service.