Where is AI in 2026 and Where is it Going?

Join us for a free public workshop where no technical background is needed! 🌟

For the past few years, AI systems have advanced rapidly, surprising both the public and experts alike. These systems are transforming work, the economy, relationships, and even crime at an astonishing pace.

Workshop Highlights:

• Future of Jobs: Will AI lead to mass unemployment or create new job opportunities?
• Crime: How might AI enhance scams, hacking, and criminal activities?
• Companionship: Will people develop emotional or romantic bonds with AI companions?
• Societal Impact: Insights from top researchers on how these trends will shape our future.

What You’ll Gain:

• A fast-paced, beginner-friendly overview of today’s most powerful AI systems.
• Live demonstrations showcasing both breakthroughs and risks.
• Interactive forecasting exercises to test your predictions about AI’s impact against the broader community.

Come prepared to explore a rapidly approaching future that could transform how we work, trust, connect, and even love!

📍 Location: Multnomah County Library - Albina, 205 NE Russell St, Portland, OR 97212, USA