AI: MEDIA 2024 Invitation

Explore how Al transforms media by upholding truth in the digital age

“AI:MEDIA 2024”

MONDAY JUNE 17th, 2024

The National Press Club, Washington D.C.

SPACE LIMITED

DeFiance TV, the 24-hour global AI-powered broadcast and FAST network dedicated to news and entertainment for the new economy, proudly announces “AI:MEDIA 2024” at The National Press Club on Monday June 17th.

Hosted by Shira Lazar, founder and CEO of digital media brand What's Trending, this landmark event will delve into the transformative role of artificial intelligence (AI) in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of visual media content, safeguarding truth in the digital age.

“AI:MEDIA 2024” will feature distinguished speakers including:

- Vera Wu, Chief Operating Officer of Numbers Protocol & Capture, who brings over a decade of experience in finance, having managed significant investments and a $75 million fundraising effort for Taiwan's largest OTA startup.

- Garrett Kinsman, Co-founder, Head of Sales & Network Growth at Nodle (& Click app). Previously co-founded Ola Play, which attracted a $2.1 billion investment from Softbank and Tencent.

- Mariana Danilovic, Managing Director at Infiom, a global accelerator focused on ventures in Generative AI, DeFi, NFTs, Metaverse, AR/VR, Web3, and disruptive entertainment growth strategies.

- Rachel Green Horn, Head of Marketing and Communications at Filecoin Foundation and Filecoin Foundation for the Decentralized Web, recognized by the Women’s Crypto Organizing and Investment Network as a leader in cryptocurrency.

-​ Paul Allen, CEO & Founder of Soar.com. He has started multiple mission-driven high-growth tech companies including, Ancestry.com,  MyFamily.com and FamilyLink.

The event and its televised special will illuminate AI's crucial function in enhancing the authenticity of photographs and video content in media. We will explore AI algorithms and blockchain technologies in scrutinizing visual content, detecting manipulations, and verifying authenticity with unparalleled precision. AI’s capability to identify deepfakes and flag manipulated images positions it as a vital guardian of truth in today’s digital media landscape. As we celebrate AI’s advances, we must also address the pressing need for ethical considerations to mitigate biases and misinformation.

Marc Scarpa, founder of DeFiance, commented: “We are thrilled to bring ‘AI:MEDIA 2024’ to our connected TV audience of 150 million households globally. This pioneering program will integrate seamlessly into our AI-powered formats. We are deeply grateful to The National Press Club for hosting this critical dialogue, to Numbers Protocol for their generous sponsorship, and to our esteemed speakers for their invaluable insights.”

 About DeFiance Media

DeFiance.tv is an AI-powered news media company with a 24-hour global broadcast network dedicated to delivering video news and entertainment for the new economy. A National Press Club Member and Getty Editorial Partner, DeFiance streams live on various FAST platforms such as SLING TV, Local Now, Glewed TV, FreeCast, Pzaz, Netrange, LG Australia, and on social platforms Twitch and Twitter/X. Experience an enhanced broadcast on desktop and mobile via [www.defiance.tv]

 About Numbers Protocol

Numbers Protocol revolutionizes digital provenance with blockchain technology, ensuring the authenticity and traceability of online media. With a global team based in London, LA, Dubai, and Taiwan, Numbers caters to diverse market needs, fostering transparency and trust in the digital realm for creators, businesses, and consumers.

DINNER WILL BE SERVED WITH WINE AND BEER