AI Academy Talks

ME, MYSELF & AI - GEERT BOLLEN - UCLL
Into cosplay and want to embody your favorite character? Or would you like to see how you'd look with a different hair color or hairstyle? With new AI tools, you can digitally edit your own image, all without a trip to the hairdresser or costume shop. Be amazed by the world of AI Avatars!

Friday, August 16 from 1:50 PM to 2:10 PM

METAPHYSIC AI IN HOLLYWOOD - LEVI CALCAGNILE & SIMON DECKERS - UCLL
Simon Deckers and Levi Calcagnile will give a talk on 'Metaphysic AI in Hollywood.' Deckers is making waves worldwide with Metaphysic.ai, the leading generative AI platform that creates Hollywood-quality content for the film industry and the entertainment sector. Their Tom Cruise deepfake astonished TikTok, they created the stunning visual effects for the blockbuster Furiosa, and they have collaborated with Eminem and Tom Hanks.

Be sure to check out this Metaphysic Sizzle Reel! And if you can’t get enough, watch this talk too!  

Friday, August 16 from 2:20 PM to 2:40 PM

TRAVELING WITH CHATGPT AND OTHER AI TOOLS - HANA VAN ELST & MICHAEL BAUWENS - UCLL 
Hana Van Elst and Michael Bauwens will showcase how generative AI has advanced since last year and discuss the societal impact of GenAI.

Sunday, August 18 from 1:50 PM to 2:10 PM

AI AS A TOOL IN MUSIC PRODUCTION - TIM DESTEXHE - UCLL
Learn how AI can support you in composing music and hear it for yourself during this live demo. Whether you are a musician, producer, or just a technology enthusiast, this talk offers a unique insight into how machine learning techniques are revolutionizing the way we create and experience music.

Sunday, August 18 from 2:20 PM to 2:40 PM