The Fifth Elephant 2024 Annual Conference (12th &13th July)

Join us for a candid chat with the artist Appupen, whose recently released graphic novel Dream Machine explores the implications of unleashing AI to the real world. Through the narrative centered around Hugo — an entrepreneur who dreams of being a superhero — the novel uncovers some crucial concerns around implementing AI at scale such as Bias, Surveillance, Ethics, Trust & Creativity.

This discussion will be facilitated by Rasagy Sharma.

Outline

• Introduction to Appupen: Past work & key themes
• Introduction to Dream Machine: Context & Plot
• Open discussion on some of the themes around AI’s impact
• Concluding remarks on the future of AI & creativity
• Open Q&A with the artist

Tips for attending

• We recommend you to read the novel if you wish to engage in the conversations around the narrative
• You’re welcome to join the session even if you haven’t read the novel, and contribute on the broader AI themes.
• Limited copies of Dream Machine will be on sale at the event.

References

• Excerpt from Dream Machine
• In-depth review of Dream Machine
• More work from Appupen
• Appupen on Instagram