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Empathic ai for humanity laboratory

A frontier interdisciplinary joint lab for open collaboration and innovation

Launched from Singapore, the global hub for AI innovation, we champion AI that prioritises human well-being, ethical governance, and inclusive growth

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Sleek, futuristic gradient (white to silver) with subtle AI circuitry patterns, symbolizin

The New Frontier in AI Innovation

Why empathy x ai?

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping our world, but its true potential lies in its ability to serve humanity with empathy, equity, and sustainability. The Empathic AI for Humanity Laboratory, launched from Singapore—the global hub for AI innovation—champions AI that prioritises human well-being, ethical governance, and inclusive growth. By fostering collaboration among governments, NGOs, global institutions like the UN and WEF, MNCs, SMEs and startups, we are building a future where AI amplifies human potential while addressing global challenges like inequality, climate change, and digital exclusion.

Founding members AND ORGANISATIONS

We collaborate with select leading organisations and individual pioneers worldwide to advance empathic AI research, development, and implementation across diverse sectors and communities.

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Cheryl Loh

Founder and Program Lead, CoCo Lab

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Dr. James Ong, PhD

Founder and Managing Director, Artificial Intelligence International Institute

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Harish Pillay

Adviser, Gen AI and AI Governance, Straits Interactive

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Paulo Italiani

Founder, Paulo Italiani Design

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Building an empathic AI Ecosystem

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Thought Leadership

Pioneering research and insights that shape the future of ethical AI development, fostering innovation while maintaining human-centered values and principles.

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Global Events

Convening world-class conferences that bring together AI leaders, policymakers, and innovators to advance empathic AI solutions.

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Education

Developing comprehensive educational programs that equip the next generation with skills to create innovative,  responsible, empathic AI technologies.

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Governance

Establishing ethical frameworks and governance structures that ensure AI development serves humanity's best interests and promotes global well-being.

THOUGHT LEADERSHIP

Pioneering research and insights that shape the future of ethical AI development, fostering innovation while maintaining human-centered values and principles.

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AI FOR HUMANITY

A Wiley book by Ong, James/ Tan, Siok Siok/ Ma, Andeed. Publication Date : 2024/05

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A TEST FOR ARTIFICIAL EMPATHY

'A Test for Artificial Empathy' by NYU Professor, Brandenburger, Adam/ Loh, Cheryl,  explores the idea of creating a 'Turing-like test' for Artificial Empathy. Publication Date: 2018/05

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SUPER EMPATHIC INTELLIGENCE

The SEI design program converts data to design of conversational AI and 'Empathic Shell' Robotics, by Italiani, Paulo/ Loh, Cheryl 

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Singapore: The Global Hub for Empathic AI

Singapore's strategic position as Asia's technology gateway, combined with its robust digital infrastructure and progressive AI governance framework, makes it the ideal launchpad for empathic AI initiatives. The nation's commitment to sustainable development and multicultural harmony aligns perfectly with our mission to create inclusive, human-centered artificial intelligence solutions.

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