The AI Expo for National Competitiveness to
address America's readiness to lead in critical, emerging
technologies May 7-8 in Washington, D.C.
ARLINGTON, Va., Feb. 28,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Special Competitive Studies
Project (SCSP), a non-partisan, non-profit project dedicated to
strengthening America's long-term competitiveness in artificial
intelligence (AI), announced today three additional sponsors of the
AI Expo for National Competitiveness happening on May 7-8 at the Walter E. Convention Center in
Washington, D.C. At the
"Disruptor" sponsorship level, SCSP welcomes Datenna, an
Open-source intelligence (OSINT) software company that equips
governments with actionable insights into China's techno-economic landscape. SCSP is
also announcing two "Maverick"-level sponsors: Groq®, a
generative AI solutions company and creator of the Language
Processing Unit (LPU™), and Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT), a global
defense technology company driving innovation and advancing
scientific discovery by providing the all-domain mission solutions
and vision needed to accelerate the delivery of transformative
technologies.
"These three sponsors exemplify what the AI Expo intends to
bring into focus," said SCSP CEO and President Ylli Bajraktari. "They are representative of the
intersection of AI, defense, and national security policy – a key
focus of SCSP's work and will further the AI Expo's dialogue on
U.S. leadership in emerging technologies. We appreciate their
support!"
The goal of the free two-day expo is to bring together
leaders of innovation from the private sector, research
institutions, the U.S. government, and key allies and partners to
exchange ideas, strengthen partnerships, and educate the public on
artificial intelligence innovation and applications. Visit
https://expo.scsp.ai/ to register to attend and to learn more about
sponsorship and exhibits.
"SCSP's mission highlights the urgent need for Western
democracies to deeply understand China's techno-economic system, and why new
sources of intelligence are needed to ensure techno-democracies can
outcompete authoritarian rivals," said Jaap
van Etten, CEO at Datenna. "Our sponsorship of the AI Expo
for National Competitiveness shows our commitment to empowering
governments with unmatched insight and knowledge for superior
decision-making."
"The collaboration between private industry, academia, and
government in AI is a matter of national security for the U.S. and
our allies," said Groq Co-founder and CEO Jonathan Ross. "It's essential to have forums
like the SCSP AI Expo, which bring together diverse perspectives
and new ways to innovate from all three sectors, to address the
latest generative AI developments, opportunities, and challenges.
As a proud sponsor of the AI Expo, Groq is excited to share our
insights on AI's future and engage in meaningful discussions about
the path forward."
"Our country has led the world in advanced defense technologies
for generations," said Steve Walker,
Chief Technology Officer at Lockheed Martin. "With the pace of
change accelerating every day, the United
States' leadership position must never be taken for granted.
We are pleased to support SCSP in gathering some of our nation's
brightest to share ideas, build momentum and exhibit advanced
technologies like AI that protect our competitiveness and national
security."
With exhibitors, such as Truepic, Fathom Consulting, Myriota,
and Saaz Micro Inc., showcasing their breakthroughs in AI and
related emerging technologies, conference attendees will have the
opportunity to learn more from innovators about their technologies'
capabilities. SCSP will also be adding exhibitors to the Expo
website as they are confirmed, so please visit
https://expo.scsp.ai/exhibitors/ to see the latest confirmed
exhibitors.
SCSP will also host its second annual Ash Carter Exchange on
Innovation and National Security with Mrs. Stephanie Carter, which will be co-located with
the AI Expo. The two events build on the success of SCSP's 2022 and
2023 Global Emerging Technology Summits and inaugural Ash Carter
Exchange on Innovation and National Security held in May 2023. For more information on SCSP,
the AI Expo for National Competitiveness, and the Ash Carter
Exchange please visit https://www.scsp.ai.
About SCSP: SCSP is a non-partisan, non-profit
project, launched by Dr. Eric
Schmidt and led by CEO Ylli
Bajraktari. SCSP's mission is to make recommendations to
strengthen America's long-term competitiveness as artificial
intelligence (AI) and other emerging technologies are reshaping our
national security, economy, and society.
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