7:30 PM at The Bushnell

Big Tech

What is the Future We're Building?

Hosted by Xfinity
Panelists
Sherry Turkle Sherry Turkle
Jaron Lanier Jaron Lanier
Nicholas Thompson Nicholas Thompson
Moderated By John Dankosky
John Dankosky

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Conversations about the future of technology often elicit both wonder and fear. How will new technologies continue to revolutionize our world? What ethical standards should we demand regarding our data, privacy, and safety? How will tech breakthroughs change the way we interact with each other and think about ourselves?

In this live, unscripted conversation, our panel of tech leaders, futurists, and big thinkers will examine key questions about technology today, tomorrow, and in the days ahead.

Don't miss the Big Tech Showcase on Forum night, sponsored by DECD and Metro Hartford AllianceExperience advanced technologies from across Connecticut's vibrant technology sector - from 3D printing and robotics to virtual reality and animation. Featuring the following companies:
CALT Dynamics (3D printing)
Center for Education, Simulation and Innovation at Hartford Hospital (robotics)
Connecticut Center for Advanced Technology (3D scanning)
NE FIRST (STEM education)
MOVIA Robotics (robotics)
VR Sim (virtual reality)
XVIVO (biotech animation)