When does the event take place?

The lecture takes place on Monday, October 26, 2026, from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM.

Where does the lecture take place?

The event location is the Adult Education Center in the Thon-Dittmer-Palais, Room 219, Haidplatz 8 in 93047 Regensburg.

How much does admission cost?

Participation is free of charge.

Who is leading the event?

The evening is led by Prof. Dr. phil. habil. Karsten Weber.

What topics will be covered in the lecture?

Possible developments of artificial intelligence, social impacts, as well as political reactions and regulation at the EU level will be discussed.

Is registration required?

Registration through the Adult Education Center Regensburg is required.

Redefining Artificial Intelligence: Regensburg Boldly Looks to an Uncertain Future

Name: Artificial Intelligence: What Does the Future Hold
Start: 2026-10-26T18:30:00+01:00
End: 2026-10-26T20:00:00+01:00
Location: Thon-Dittmer-Palais, Raum 219

Artificial Intelligence: What Does the Future Hold?

How is artificial intelligence changing our society, politics, and daily life? The adult education center of the city of Regensburg invites you on Monday, October 26, 2026, to an informative evening about possible technology paths and the social impacts of AI.

A Look at a Dynamic Future Technology

The lecture focuses on a field of technology that is changing rapidly. It will center on plausible developments of artificial intelligence and the question of how these may impact work, education, communication, and societal decision-making processes.

Opportunities, Challenges, and Political Responsibility

The event not only contextualizes technological advancements but also focuses on political and societal questions. It will discuss, among other things, how the European Union can respond to the opportunities and risks of AI and the significance of regulation for responsible engagement with new technologies.

Understanding Knowledge Clearly

Prof. Dr. phil. habil. Karsten Weber will lead the evening. As head of the Institute for Social Research and Technology Assessment at the East Bavarian Technical University of Regensburg, he brings expertise to the topic. The event is aimed at anyone who wants to better understand current developments in AI and critically assess their consequences.

Event Experience at the Thon-Dittmer-Palais

The historical Thon-Dittmer-Palais creates a concentrated event atmosphere for information, reflection, and exchange. The audience's mood thrives on collective contemplation of a technology that has long arrived in everyday life yet raises many open questions.

Conclusion

The evening combines clear knowledge transfer with social contextualization and opens a clear view of the future of artificial intelligence. Those wanting to better understand opportunities, limitations, and political responsibility will experience an engaging event with current relevance at the Thon-Dittmer-Palais.