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Festiwal Przemiany 2018: Exploring the Civilization of Algorithms at Copernicus Science Centre

This festival critically examined artificial intelligence's influence on human life, society, and ethical considerations.

The Festiwal Przemiany 2018 at Copernicus Science Centre explored the 'Civilization of Algorithms.' This event delved into how artificial intelligence and machine learning profoundly influence human life and society. It featured an engaging exhibition, thought-provoking debates, expert lectures, and practical workshops, fostering critical reflection on technology's development.

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The Transformations Festival 2018 explored the theme 'Civilization of Algorithms,' investigating how artificial intelligence and machine learning are increasingly shaping human life and society. It featured an exhibition, debates, lectures, and workshops examining AI's impact on various fields.

Curatorial context

The eighth edition of the Transformations Festival, organized by the Copernicus Science Centre, focused on the profound impact of artificial intelligence and algorithms on our civilization under the theme 'Civilization of Algorithms.' The festival questioned whether increasing reliance on AI limits human agency and explored how algorithms shape our lives, data analysis, and decision-making processes. It aimed to foster critical reflection on the directions of development by bringing together science, art, design, and new technologies. The program included a dedicated exhibition, debates with experts, lectures by scientists and researchers on AI's influence on philosophy, sociology, and ethics, intimate discussions on AI in art and design, and hands-on workshops. It also featured performances, concerts, a 'Transformations Showroom' displaying AI-powered products and prototypes, a film program curated by Against Gravity focusing on AI and technology, and events for young people. The festival emphasized that while the future cannot be predicted, it can be shaped, empowering participants with the understanding that everyone has the power to create change.

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The festival featured various artists, curators, and experts including Aleksandra Przegalińska, Wiesław Bartkowski, Katarzyna Szymielewicz, Tomasz Wesołowski, Jowita Michalska, Tomasz Rutkowski, Piotr Migdał, Konrad Latkowski, Jakub Koźniewski, Dominik Batorski, and was curated by Adam Mandziejewski. The exhibition curator was Anna Skrzypek.
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