Maryland’s Lieutenant Governor, Aruna K. Miller, recently spoke at the University of Pennsylvania during the sixth PRECISE Industry Day on October 4, 2024. This event brought together leaders from academia, public service, and the tech industry to discuss artificial intelligence and engineering partnerships across state lines.
Keynote speaker Dragos Tudorache emphasized the significant impact of AI on economies, society, democracy, and geopolitics. Lt. Gov. Miller, the second woman and first woman of color and immigrant to hold statewide office in Maryland, highlighted the state’s commitment to leading the charge in AI innovation.
With a background in civil and transportation engineering, Miller stressed the importance of balancing innovation with ethical considerations to ensure responsible AI use. Maryland has become a hub for STEM research and education, particularly in quantum computing and AI, thanks to institutions like Morgan State, University of Maryland, and Johns Hopkins.
Nishant Shah, Maryland’s Senior Advisor for Responsible AI, emphasized the administration’s focus on supporting evolving AI technologies while fostering innovation. The collaboration at UPenn’s PRECISE Industry Day aims to drive impactful change by bringing academia and industry together.
In addition to Lt. Gov. Miller, the event featured renowned speakers from various sectors, including CEOs, CTOs, and VPs of leading organizations such as Amazon Web Services, Google, and Microsoft. Their collective expertise underscores the importance of AI in shaping the future of technology and innovation.
Mythili Devarakonda, a seasoned journalist with experience in reporting for prominent publications, recently joined The American Bazaar as a Staff Writer. With a master’s degree in journalism from the University of Maryland, College Park, Mythili’s dedication to quality news reporting will benefit the Indian American and South Asian communities.
Through events like PRECISE Industry Day and the leadership of individuals like Lt. Gov. Aruna K. Miller, Maryland is poised to continue its trajectory as a pioneer in AI research and responsible technological advancement. The state’s commitment to ethical AI practices and collaboration between academia and industry will undoubtedly shape the future of innovation in the region.
