Platform Leaders July 2024

WELCOME TALK

Introducing Platform Leaders.

FIRESIDE CHAT / AMA WITH OPENAI: AI AND THE FUTURE OF ORGANISATIONS

We’re excited to welcome back Arka Dhar from OpenAI for a fireside chat / AMA session on GenAI and its impact on the organisations of tomorrow. Arka will talk about OpenAI’s latest free model (v4o), the development of its GPT marketplace as well as future projects.

This session will also be an opportunity to ask questions to Arka, so feel free to send us your questions in advance. Here are some of the questions we've received so far: What are the key bottlenecks when deploying GenAI tools at scale? What is OpenAI’s long-term vision for the GPT store? How do you see agents working with people in the future? What kind of new organisational models does new LLMs such as ChatGPT enable? What interesting and surprising use cases have you seen recently?

THE FUTURE OF THE APP ECONOMY

We increasingly use apps to facilitate our everyday life, from browsers to dating and gaming. App stores are today an almost infinite source of tools, distractions and our main interface to the digital world. This has led to the development of major app stores by leading platforms and a thriving app ecosystem globally. Yet with new devices (Virtual Reality headsets), new technologies (IA) and new regulations (DMA in Europe), new entrants as well as existing platforms are launching new types of app stores.

What will the app store of the future look like? What makes a successful app store in the first place? What do developers value in an app store? What do users really want out of an app store? How to strike the right balance between choice, trust and share value fairly amongst stakeholders?

NAVIGATING THE FUTURE: REGULATION OF PLATFORMS AND AI

In the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence (AI) and digital platforms, regulatory frameworks must adapt to ensure fair competition, innovation, and consumer protection. Join us for a thought-provoking discussion that will explore the intersection of technology, regulation, and competition, aiming to chart a path forward that safeguards public interest while promoting innovation and economic resilience in the age of AI. This panel brings together distinguished experts to discuss the future of regulation in this dynamic environment. Panellists will share their views on the emerging regulatory environment, focusing on the coordination of policies across the AI Act regulations, the Digital Services Act (DSA), and the Digital Markets Act (DMA).

How can we ensure cohesive and effective regulation across AI, DSA, and DMA at both member state and international levels? How can regulators keep pace with the rapid advancements in AI technology? What strategies can balance the need for regulation with the necessity of fostering innovation, economic growth and competitiveness? What new approaches and frameworks are required to address the unique challenges posed by digital platforms and AI? How can we mitigate the risk of Europe falling behind in the global AI race while ensuring ethical and fair AI deployment?

CONFERENCE WRAP UP

Closing remarks and key insights from the event by our conference co-chair.