The session is supported by UNDP and the Korean National Police Agency.

The Institute for Economics and Peace produces research at the intersection of business, economics and peace. It places a special emphasis on metrics to measure peace, operational programs to improve peace, and the economic benefits of peace. Your path as a peace builder can and should be data-driven, evidence based, and supported by a strong and systemic approach to the existing global systemic challenges. The Global peace index 2024 produces a gloomy picture of world peace which should invite us to become actors of peace and not take the current and future situation as our unchangeable faith!

Engage in discussions in informal settings with industry experts and data enthusiasts about data, tech, AI and ethics. Connect with fellow attendees for sharing ideas and experiences in your respective field.

Are you a data enthusiast who loves countries, maps and flags? Think you’ve got what it takes to be crowned the ultimate data nerd? Join Atlasova’s (pub) quiz, where you can put your knowledge to the test! Whether you’re a seasoned data analyst or just someone who loves geography, this event promises a fun and competitive atmosphere with like-minded individuals. Grab your friends, showcase your skills, and see if you have what it takes to outsmart the competition and claim the title of data quiz champion!

The special session invites multiple speakers to discuss the challenges and promises of the upcoming elections in Georgia.  It kicks off with an exploration of whether data-driven election forecasting models, similar to those used in established democracies, can be adapted to Georgia.   

Despite limited and sometimes flawed polling data, the session will examine geographic voting patterns to assess the feasibility of a "Georgian FiveThirtyEight" model, highlighting both the promise and pitfalls of predictive analysis in less stable electoral environments. 

Additionally, supported by the Information Integrity Coalition, ISFED's executive director Nino Dolidze will share information about the upcoming Parliamentary Elections in Georgia. What are the expectations, fears and current challenges. 

The session will also focus on the role of influencers in democracy, particularly how content creators are using social media to engage the younger generation and make voting more popular. This part of the session will showcase innovative strategies for reaching and mobilizing youth voters through digital content.  

Finally, we will spotlight Georgia-born initiatives aimed at enhancing democratic engagement and transparency in the 2024 elections, providing a platform for local solutions to be recognized and scaled.

Historically, the question of humanlikeness was a key criterion for assessing the quality of AI systems: Can it think like a human being? Taking his recent thesis research as an entry point but expanding beyond it, this talk explores the persisting relevance of AI "humanlikeness" as a criterion distinct from performance. Eduard Saakashvili explores whether humanlikeness is empirically associated with model quality. He also asks whether the persistence of the human mind as a metaphor for machine cognition is helpful or harmful for the public understanding of AI models.

In this talk, Guido Pizzini will explore how integrating information management and data science enhances resilience against climate change. Guido will discuss disaster risk reduction, anticipatory action, and the role of localization in the aid sector. You'll learn how identifying vulnerabilities and implementing anticipatory measures can improve climate resilience and response. This session will provide insights into advanced strategies and tools for effective climate action and humanitarian preparedness.

Mariam Kortava will present how data and analytics drive sustainable growth in sports marketing and brand finance through a case study of a leading global athletic apparel company. Learn how the company streamlined processes, improved decision-making with a self-service data solution, and maintained high data quality through effective governance. Explore methods for tracking marketing and brand finance expenses against budgets, making strategic investments, and evaluating the success of these approaches for enhanced efficiency and impact.

This hands-on workshop will explore tools to investigate the tools, tactics, and strategies used in election campaigns. The workshop will prepare journalists, students, and other researchers to use data to create transparency during ongoing election campaigns including how to monitor who is spending money on elections, trends in the content in misinformation, and private firms profiting from supporting political parties.