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Explore the profound implications of autonomous systems in this 48-minute conference talk from the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2026. Examine how physical AI is transforming everyday experiences as cars steer themselves, drones navigate battlefields without human intervention, algorithms diagnose patients, and digital companions provide therapy. Delve into the critical question of whether society is prepared to determine what should and shouldn't be entrusted to autonomous systems as everything from intimate relationships to military conflicts becomes increasingly mediated through machines. Learn from expert speakers Daniela Rus, Jake Loosararian, Shao Tianlan, and Jamie Heller as they discuss the fundamental principles of trust, transparency, consistency, and accountability that must guide our decisions about autonomous technology. Gain insights into the complex ethical, social, and practical considerations surrounding the integration of AI-driven systems into the most essential aspects of human life and society.
