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Sana AI Summit 2026 | New York

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What to expect

AI thought leaders, groundbreaking researchers, and pioneering technologists will converge at New York's iconic New York Public Library on May 21, 2026, for the Sana AI Summit — a unique afternoon gathering exploring how artificial intelligence is reshaping every discipline from science to culture, business to philosophy.

Organised by Sana Labs, this invite-only summit brings together a remarkable lineup of speakers who sit at the intersection of AI advancement and its real-world implications. Headlining the event is Geoffrey Hinton, the 2024 Nobel Prize winner in Physics known globally as the "Godfather of AI", who will join virtually to share insights on the technology he helped pioneer. Also appearing virtually is Sara Imari Walker, the renowned astrobiologist pushing boundaries in our understanding of life and intelligence.

Featured Speakers & Perspectives

The summit's speaker roster reads like a who's who of AI innovation and critical thought:

  • Tyler Cowen — Influential economist and author examining AI's economic transformations
  • Anton Osika — Co-founder of Lovable, bringing insights from the AI-powered development space
  • Benjamín Labatut — Award-winning writer exploring the human stories behind scientific breakthroughs
  • Aneel Bhusri — Co-founder, CEO and Chair of Workday, discussing enterprise AI integration
  • Jasmine Sun — Tech anthropologist examining cultural shifts in the AI age
  • Ethan Mollick — Wharton professor and author sharing practical research on AI adoption
  • Anu Atluru — Essayist and technologist bridging technical innovation with humanistic inquiry
  • Lauren Crichton — Vice President at Sana, providing insights into AI's impact on organisational learning
  • Joel Hellermark — Founder and CEO of Sana, hosting conversations on AI's future trajectory

What to Expect

The Sana AI Summit offers four hours of carefully curated programming that goes beyond typical tech conferences. Rather than focusing solely on technical specifications or product demonstrations, this summit creates space for deeper reflection on AI's interdisciplinary impact — from how it's changing education and work to its implications for creativity, decision-making, and human potential.

Attendees will experience thought-provoking talks, panel discussions, and conversations that challenge assumption

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