Briefings
Briefings
BPC’s Technology Project regularly hosts a series of AI 101 events including in-person briefings on Capitol Hill, webinars, demos, and expert panels, and we are always developing new materials and events to respond to areas of growing focus in Congress.
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Past Briefings
Generative AI (GenAI), Large Language Models (LLMS), Foundation Models, and Frontier Models
This briefing explores the rapidly evolving field of AI and the key technologies shaping its future. It covers foundational concepts to cutting-edge trends, such as generative AI and large language models (LLMs), and explains what these technologies are, where they originated, and their current and potential applications.
Designed to be clear and accessible, this session aims to make topics like generative AI and tools such as ChatGPT more approachable and empower participants to deepen their understanding of AI technologies and applications.
Fundamentals: AI, Data, Algorithms, Models, Machine Learning, Neural Networks, Deep Learning
This briefing introduces a high-level overview of the field and study of artificial intelligence. It explores the history of computer systems designed to mimic human intelligence, the working definition of artificial intelligence, the role of data and algorithms in AI, and how models are trained. Topics include machine learning, neural networks, and deep learning, including illustrative examples of how AI models are developed and applied in real-world use cases.
The goal of this session is to introduce common AI concepts and terminology and place them in the context of practical and relatable applications. Participants will learn to recognize when, where, and how they encounter, engage with, and are impacted by AI in both their daily routines and professional lives.
Harvesting Innovation: How AI is Transforming the Agricultural Landscape
This briefing explores how AI technologies are being designed, developed, and deployed across the agricultural sector. From smarter machinery to precision forecasting, this session highlights the transformative role AI plays in agriculture.
The discussion examines the broad opportunities and impacts of AI adoption, including workforce and labor dynamics, health and safety, nutrition and food security, and sustainability. You’ll also hear from expert panelists who bring diverse perspectives and insights on AI’s integration into agriculture, showcasing promising use cases with far-reaching impacts.