WAKE UP to the AI Revolution! SOT 2024 Ignites Karachi

The 17th annual Symposium on Tomorrow (SOT), organized by Beaconhouse, launched in Karachi with the theme "Guardians of the Future: Shaping Tomorrow with Generative AI." This influential two-day event has gathered over 100 speakers, including global experts, thought leaders, and prominent Pakistani figures, to delve into AI's transformative power across industries, from creativity to industry evolution.

Highlights from SOT 2024

• Sessions & Exhibitions: Featuring more than 30 insightful sessions, the symposium includes an immersive science exhibition developed with Magnificence, spotlighting futuristic applications of AI.
• AI Avatars & Notable Speakers: In a unique twist, AI avatars appeared as panelists, joining renowned personalities like Oscar-winning filmmaker Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy, actors Sanam Saeed and Mohib Mirza, and physicist Dr. Pervez Hoodbhoy.
• Keynote Insights: Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy’s keynote addressed the evolving intersection of technology and storytelling, inspiring attendees to consider how AI will shape future narratives.

Kasim Kasuri, Chair of SOT Events and CEO of Beaconhouse, expressed a forward-thinking approach, emphasizing the importance of integrating AI responsibly. "We must act as guardians, carefully blending AI's benefits with humanity's core values," he stated, underlining the mission to create a technologically advanced yet ethically grounded future.

Since its inception in 2000, SOT has hosted over 1,000 thought leaders, providing a public platform to tackle pressing topics like social issues, climate change, and cyber safety. SOT 2024 carries forward this legacy, sparking dialogue on AI's role in our future.