AI Week

An institutional moment to officially welcome the participants, with the intervention of Mayor Michele Foletti. An opportunity to emphasise the importance of initiatives like this, which place Lugano at the centre of the dialogue on technological innovation and its social impact.
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Recording of an episode of Will Media's Actually podcast Riccardo Haupt and Riccardo Bassetto talk about the major changes that AI is bringing to the world of digital information. with Colin Porlezza (USI)
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An open discussion to reflect on the ethical and social implications of content creation in the age of artificial intelligence. The meeting analyses who and how generates information, addressing the technical challenges related to automated production, the formation of AI models and the consumption of content by the public. A dialogue that highlights the impact of these transformations on democratic processes, questioning fundamental issues such as transparency, disinformation and information control. A moment to explore the changes that are redefining the relationship between technology, ethics and civic participation. With: Bruno Giussani (ex-TED), Philip di Salvo (University of St. Gallen) and Silvia Quarteroni (Swiss Data Science Center) Moderator: Francesco Gabaglio (RSI)
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In this panel, we explore the present and the concrete impact of artificial intelligence technologies in artistic and creative production. A dynamic and evolving landscape, where AI becomes a true collaborative tool, capable of working alongside humans in creating innovative works and content. This meeting opens a space for reflection on the practical applications of these hybrid models: how human creativity and algorithmic processing integrate, profoundly transforming production processes and modes of expression. A focus on the here and now, to understand how art and AI are together redefining the boundaries of inspiration and creative execution.
With: Luca Gambardella and Daniele Finzi Pasca
Moderator: Giacomo Maria Prati
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Between innovation and challenges, AI is revolutionising the world, opening the way to new opportunities and reshaping business dynamics.

With: Guido Brera (Keiros Group) Vincenzo Chiochia (Deloitte), Alessandro Curioni (IBM Fellow, VP Europe and Africa and Director IBM Research - Europe)

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An open discussion to explore the future of AI, with a 2030 perspective on trends, innovations and impacts on society and business.

With: Guido Brera (Keiros Group) Antonio Gulli (Google Sr Director, CTO Office Google Switzerland) Maria Grazia Giuffreda (CSCS)

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You can reach the Asilo Ciani comfortably by car. Public car parks are available nearby, including the Piazza Castello car park, located in Viale Carlo Cattaneo, just a few minutes' walk from the building.  We advise you to check the availability of places in advance via the dedicated apps.
 

If you arrive by train, Lugano station is about a 10-minute walk away. You can also take the bus or the funicular that connects the station to the city centre, reaching the Asilo in a few minutes.

The Asilo Ciani is well served by public transport. City bus lines 3 and 5 stop at Piazza Castello or in the immediate vicinity. From the main points of the city, the journey is quick and frequent.

For those who like to travel in a sustainable way, the Asilo is easily accessible on foot or by bicycle, thanks to its central location and the presence of cycle paths in the surrounding area.