Ai-Da, described as the world’s first ultra-realistic humanoid robot artist, presented the artwork as the centrepiece of an event that brought together diplomats, United Nations officials, artists, and technology specialists. The gathering aimed to explore the growing role of artificial intelligence in cultural and creative industries.
The reception, hosted in the newly renamed Sir Tim Berners-Lee conference room at the UK Mission, marked a continuation of the Mission’s work to foster global discussion around responsible innovation and AI. It also formed part of broader initiatives such as the AI for Good Global Summit.
Ai-Da, who uses AI algorithms, robotic arms, and camera vision to produce original pieces, was developed in the UK by engineers and programmers under the direction of Aidan Meller, a specialist in modern and contemporary art. Her presence highlighted the convergence of technology and creativity, and the questions emerging around authorship, identity, and artistic expression.
Baroness Jones of Whitchurch, Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for the Future Digital Economy and Online Safety, attended the event, underlining the UK Government’s engagement with digital transformation and innovation in the arts.
Ai-Da has previously drawn attention at high-profile venues including the House of Lords, the Tate Modern, the V&A, the Venice Biennale, and the Royal Institution Christmas Lectures. In 2022, she produced a portrait of the late Queen Elizabeth II to commemorate the Platinum Jubilee.
Addressing guests in Geneva, Ai-Da said: “It’s a privilege to be part of this remarkable event at the United Nations, surrounded by those shaping the future of technology and culture.
“Presenting my portrait of His Majesty King Charles III is not just a creative act, it’s a statement about the evolving role of AI in our society, and to reflect on how artificial intelligence is shaping the cultural landscape.
“My presence here reflects a shared journey into new forms of expression and the questions they raise about identity, authorship, and the essence of art.”
Simon Manley, the UK’s Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the WTO and UN in Geneva, commented: “Ai-Da is not just a technological marvel, she is a cultural conversation starter. We are proud to showcase British innovation at its most imaginative, and to reflect on how emerging technologies can shape global dialogues on art, ethics, and identity.”
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