AI HOUSE DAVOS 2025:
‍AFTER THE HYPE

AI has arrived; it’s time to shape its role in society.
January 20-24, 2025

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After the hype

This year’s edition of AI House Davos will once again meet on the margins of the World Economic Forum. AI House Davos 2025 is co-initiated by the AI House Association and the Swiss National AI Institute (SNAI), and is collaboratively shaped by many leading academic, tech, and industry organizations—this year with the theme "After the hype":

The hype has settled, and what lies before us is the real work: guiding AI’s potential to create a future that benefits all. We stand at a historic moment, where the decisions made today will shape the trajectory of our societies, industries, and lives for decades to come. Our mission is to move beyond theoretical discussions and focus on what truly matters: harnessing AI to build a world that is innovative, equitable, and sustainable. This is not just about technology—it's about redefining what’s possible for humanity. Leaders from across disciplines come together to ask the deep, critical questions: How can AI transform our most pressing challenges? How can we balance rapid advancement with ethical responsibility?

More than a conference, AI House Davos is a space for visionary collaboration. We are not here to react to AI's future; we are here to shape it.

Agenda January 20-24

Guided by daily themes

Monday - State of AI
As AI integrates deeper into our lives, the initial buzz gives way to a more complex reality. AI is reshaping global dynamics, propelling advancements while also raising concerns about digital divides, ethical challenges, and conflicts, marking the need for international collaboration and global regulatory frameworks. How do today’s AI models perform and on what infrastructure do they rely? How is AI impacting society today and how are we laying the basis to create the world we want to build for tomorrow?

Tuesday - AI Opportunities & Risks
The regulatory landscape around AI is taking shape, but the risks and disruptions to society are still unfolding. How can AI be leveraged towards meeting large global challenges? This day will focus on the balance between seizing opportunities and mitigating risks—especially as AI influences geopolitical stability and societal norms. How effective is current legislation, and what more is needed to safeguard AI's future?
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Wednesday - From Adoption to Impact
Investment in AI infrastructure is massive, but tangible returns are still on the horizon. We will dive into the most exciting applications and adoption stories from 2024, exploring industries like health, education, finance, and more. What are the emerging business cases that show promise, and who is poised to profit in the evolving AI landscape?

Thursday - Breakthroughs and Promises
With AI accelerating research and innovation, the frontier industries are brimming with potential breakthroughs. On this day, we’ll explore the cutting-edge developments on the horizon and discuss how society can harness these advancements while managing their implications. What are the most significant leaps we can expect, and how do we ensure that everyone benefits? Where do we see AI’s biggest promise - for corporations, for countries, for individuals, for the world?

Friday - Sculptors of Progress
As we look ahead to 2025, it’s time to solidify our vision for the future of AI. This day will be about setting actionable goals for innovators, decision-makers, and policymakers to ensure AI continues to progress in a way that is beneficial and inclusive. What will the AI landscape look like in 2025, and what milestones should we aim to report back on in 2026? How can we come together to shape a more innovative, equitable, and sustainable world with AI?