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Absolutely Interdisciplinary 2026 explores AI’s expanding role across society

The Schwartz Reisman Institute’s annual academic conference Absolutely Interdisciplinary explores interdisciplinary approaches to AI governance, risk, and safety on May 13, 2026, at U of T’s Schwartz Reisman Innovation Campus. Registration is now open.

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When the algorithm is wrong: A new partnership calls out racism in AI systems 

A new partnership co-led by Karina Vold is confronting racism in AI systems—highlighting how tools like facial recognition and LLMs disproportionately harm Black and racialized communities, and calling for greater public awareness and equitable governance of AI in Canada.

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AI in the friend zone: Rethinking companionship

Can we have genuine relationships with AI systems? At the third Technophilosophy Soiree, conceived of and led by SRI Research Lead Karina Vold, leading thinkers from a variety of disciplines explored the social and ethical implications of AI companionship.

Here’s what we’re thinking about, talking about, and working on at the Schwartz Reisman Institute.

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Absolutely Interdisciplinary 2026 explores AI’s expanding role across society

When the algorithm is wrong: A new partnership calls out racism in AI systems

AI in the friend zone: Rethinking companionship

When the algorithm is wrong: A new partnership calls out racism in AI systems 