03/07/2025
"It was a true privilege to be invited to moderate discussions at such a renowned global platform as the Aspen Institute. The depth of insights and caliber of thought leadership present created an extraordinary opportunity for meaningful dialogue." - Dr. George Tilesch, President, PHI Institute
We're honored to share that our president George A. Tilesch was invited to moderate a multi-day AI seminar at the prestigious Aspen Institute Socrates Program, hosted by Aspen Institute Central Europe in a beautiful baroque castle in the Czech Republic.
The seminar, "Artificial Intelligence in the Balance," convened by this world-renowned think tank, brought together distinguished experts across disciplines – AI specialists, senior attorneys, natural scientists, political advisors, and tech platform executives from across Central and Eastern Europe. The discussions expertly structured by the Aspen Institute focused on three critical areas:
⚖️ Ethical and regulatory frameworks for AI
💼 AI's impact on the workforce
🗳️ AI's influence on democratic systems
Being part of the Aspen Institute's storied tradition of Socratic dialogues represents a significant milestone for PHI Institute. We're grateful for the opportunity to contribute to these essential conversations alongside such esteemed participants and under the auspices of an organization with over 70 years of impact on global thought leadership.
The closing question posed by the Aspen Institute remains profoundly relevant: "Will Artificial Intelligence Improve Democracy or Destroy It?"