Exploring AI's Rise: Confronting the Challenges of AGI and Human Behavior

Seminar Overview: Exploring AI's Potential Risks

On February 24, 2026, the Mitsubishi Research Institute will host a crucial seminar titled "AI Runaway? Human Runaway?" led by researcher Masahito Iida. With the rapid evolution of artificial intelligence, the specter of AI becoming uncontrollable, a concept once relegated to science fiction, is becoming a pressing reality.

Event Details

- Date & Time: February 24, 2026 (Tuesday) from 1 PM to 3 PM
- Location: SSK Seminar Room, 4F, ZaMax Nishi-Shinbashi Building, Tokyo
- Participation Options:

- In-person attendance
- Live streaming via Zoom webinar
- On-demand access for two weeks

Seminar Focus

The seminar will evaluate two main dimensions of risk management in the realm of AI: the potential for AI itself to run amok and the implications of human behavior in the era of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI). This timely discussion aims to address the following topics:

1. Prospects of AI Evolution: Understanding AI agents and their transition towards AGI.
2. Applications of AI Agents: Analysis of B2B and B2C case studies illustrating real-world AI integration.
3. Corporate Risks Arising from AI Proliferation: An examination of the societal concerns accompanying AI advancements.
4. Warning Signs of AI Runaway: Case studies that illuminate the potential dangers.
5. Current Strategies Against AI Runaway: Evaluating existing measures in place to mitigate risks.
6. Comprehensive Risk Management in AGI Era: Strategies to balance AI development with public safety.
7. Emerging Trends in the AI Industry: Insight into new movements within the AI sector.
8. Conclusion: Summarizing the insights discussed throughout the seminar.
9. Q&A Session/Networking: A chance for direct engagement with the speaker.

Importance of the Seminar

As AI continues to advance, the risks of its misuse or malfunction become increasingly significant concerns for businesses and society. This seminar not only sheds light on the possible future of AI technology but also emphasizes the necessity for effective risk management strategies that incorporate both technological safety measures and ethical considerations surrounding human behavior.

About the Organizer

The Shin-Society System Research Institute (SSK) has been a vital player in providing high-level business seminars since its establishment in December 1996. With around 500 seminars annually, SSK aims to deliver timely information related to management strategies, marketing, and technology to help organizations leverage business opportunities. Through innovative seminar formats and dedicated services such as speaker dispatch and market research reports, SSK remains committed to being a strategic partner in today's evolving business landscape.