Montreal, November 13, 2024 - Mila, the Quebec Institute of Artificial Intelligence, is proud to unveil its 2023-2024 Impact Report, which highlights inspiring collaborations, promising projects and unequivocal indicators of Mila's economic, scientific and social impact.
Consult Mila's 2023-2024 Impact Report
Here are some excerpts from the message co-written by Yoshua Bengio, Mila's Founder and Scientific Director, Valérie Pisano, Mila's President and CEO, and Pierre Boivin, Chairman of the Board.
"Today, AI is progressing at remarkable speed. Breakthroughs in generative AI and the resulting debates are top-of-mind for businesses and policymakers alike. Some are calling it a new industrial revolution, while others urge caution in deploying tools with such disruptive potential. One thing is certain: the pace of AI development is accelerating at an unprecedented rate. In this shifting and uncertain landscape, Mila is one of the organizations best positioned to make a difference for its partners in academia, industry, civil society and government.
"This fall, AI took center stage at the Nobel Prize ceremony, underscoring its potential to drive scientific advancements. Building on the successes of previous generations, and now backed by a growing community of over 1,300 researchers and more than 140 industry partners, Mila’s experts are working on impactful projects across a range of fields, including health, genetics, neuroscience, the discovery of new materials, climate and the integration of Indigenous knowledge into the development of new technologies.
"Recognized as a hub for AI ethics, Mila is also today at the forefront of research into the safety of AI systems. Our scientific director Yoshua Bengio has been asked to chair the inaugural International Scientific Report on the Safety of Advanced AI and is actively engaging with governments and international organizations worldwide, earning him recognition as one of the most prominent figures in the world in 2024.
"At this pivotal moment, our governments and businesses need guidance on responsibly and effectively deploying AI in their operations. Now more than ever, Mila is at the forefront of these issues, supporting the development of AI for the benefit of all."
