# Event Details

- **Event Name**: After5Chicago - Understanding AI: Past, Present, and What's Next
- **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 04 May, 2026 at 06:30 pm – Mon, 04 May, 2026 at 08:30 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: How Artificial Intelligence Is Shaping the World We’re About to Live InAbout this EventA Conversation on the Technology That Could Redefine EverythingJoin a president of an AI consulting firm for Understanding AI: Past, Present, and What's Next, a clear and concise overview of artificial intelligence tracing its origins, examining its current capabilities, and exploring where it may be headed in the future.Worried about the future of AI and the impacts to our society? We’ll dive into insights from leading experts on how AI is expected to reshape key areas of society, including healthcare, the economy, education, and beyond. The discussion will also highlight AI’s potential to become one of humanity’s most powerful tools helping address global challenges such as disease, poverty, and crime. Finally, we’ll take a balanced look at the risks of AI, outlining important concerns and what to watch for as this rapidly evolving technology continues to advance.Don’t miss this chance to better understand this fast growing technology, as well as connecting with others with your After5Society.About the Speaker:Tom O'Donnell, the President of Big Picture AI Consultants, where we’re developing a next-generation knowledge discovery engine aimed at advancing progress toward superintelligence. He is passionate about exploring and connecting ideas across health, biology, economics, and beyond using that knowledge to solve real-world problems and help make life safer, healthier, and happier. A lifelong learner with a love for sci-fi, technology, and AI especially the kinds of ideas that challenge how we think about the future.Good to know before you come:Exact bar location will be disclosed in your confirmation emailArrive early to grab a drink and get settledThe speaker portion lasts 1 hour, with optional time to stay and socialize afterwardThis is a participatory eventSeating is limited to keep the experience intimateAgenda🕑: 06:30 PM - 07:00 PMDoors Open & Drinks FlowInfo: Arrive early to grab a drink, settle in, and enjoy the atmosphere. Early birds get the best seats and a head start on mingling!🕑: 07:00 PM - 08:00 PMGuided Experience / TalkInfo: Dive into an engaging, interactive session with our speaker. Participate, observe, or simply soak it all in - it's your experience to enjoy.🕑: 08:00 PM - 08:30 PMSocial Time & ConnectionInfo: Stick around to chat with fellow attendees, swap ideas, or just relax with a drink. Great conversations often happen after the main event!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/after5chicago-understanding-ai-past-present-and-whats-next/100001987781963362
- **Event Categories**: Contests, Sports, health-wellness
- **Interested Audience**: 
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## Ticket Details

- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 29.99, max: 29.99, currency: USD

## Event venue details

- **city**: Chicago
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Old Town
- **lat**: 41.9003099
- **long**: -87.63338710000001
- **full address**: Old Town, Address found in email confirmation, Chicago, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is After5Chicago - Understanding AI: Past, Present, and What's Next being held?
  - **A:** After5Chicago - Understanding AI: Past, Present, and What's Next takes place on Mon, 04 May, 2026 at 06:30 pm to Mon, 04 May, 2026 at 08:30 pm at Old Town, Address found in email confirmation, Chicago, United States.
- **Q**: How much do tickets cost for After5Chicago - Understanding AI: Past, Present, and What's Next?
  - **A:** Tickets for After5Chicago - Understanding AI: Past, Present, and What's Next are priced at USD 30 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral AdmissionUSD 30 + USD 4 feeAvailable
- **Q**: Who is organizing After5Chicago - Understanding AI: Past, Present, and What's Next?
  - **A:** After5Chicago - Understanding AI: Past, Present, and What's Next is organized by After 5 Society.

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