PICHTR’s Ian Kitajima and Josh Reppun discuss the challenges and innovations in education, highlighting the importance of non-traditional educational practices and the need to amplify stories of success and hope. They emphasized the significance of real-world learning initiatives and the potential impact of generative AI on education. The conversation also touched on the importance of legacy and preparing future generations to continue the work of educational transformation.

PICHTR’s Ian Kitajima and Dr. Mark Kimura’s conversation highlighting the transformative potential of AI and the importance of maintaining a focus on empathy and human connection.

Mark and Ian discussed their history of working together on applied AI projects, emphasizing the rapid advancements in AI technology and its implications for the future. They explored the concept of an “empathy economy,” where human connection and empathy become central as AI handles productivity tasks. They also touched on the potential societal impacts of AI, including the importance of authenticity and creativity in a future where AI is ubiquitous. They used AI to transcribe a one hour discussion, and to create the following summaries with time stamps.

The PACT Symposium, presented by Armatus.ai, promote ongoing engagement between the dual-use innovation ecosystem, traditional defense companies, and government/military end-users to accelerate the development and scaling of new technologies for national and regional security.