亞太地區的數位文明 
Digital Civilization in Asia-Pacific

Session Description:

The Internet represents more than just a network of computers; it heralds the dawn of a truly global civilization, intricately crafted from the fundamental sciences of mathematics and physics and propelled by human innovation. In the Asia Pacific region, this Internet Civilization has particularly transformative implications for society, the economy, and daily life.

Historically, the Asia Pacific region has made three significant contributions to digital civilization: 1) Promoting inclusion and diversity of languages and cultures, 2) Ensuring balanced geographic coverage alongside Europe/Africa and the Americas, and 3) Hosting the largest number of users among the three major timezone groups.

Additionally, the Asia Pacific has emerged as a hub for distributed computing capabilities,harnessing computational power from millions of devices worldwide. This has spurred advancements in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and other cutting-edge technologies, driving innovation and economic growth in the region.Of course, the very point of the number of humans in the region is the key to future AI development.

As the Digital Civilization continues to evolve, the Asia Pacific region is poised to play a crucial role in pioneering new frontiers, from advancements at the silicon level technology to the development of the Interplanetary Network (IPN). The IPN aims to extend connectivity beyond Earth, linking our planet with other celestial bodies in our solar system,
thereby laying the groundwork for a galactic civilization where humans can live and work on multiple worlds.

The discussions at APrIGF will delve into the unique challenges and opportunities presented by the Internet Civilization in the Asia Pacific. Topics will include the impact on societal structures, economic paradigms, and everyday life, as well as the ethical and social implications of such profound technological advancements. Join us as we navigate this journey, exploring the future of Internet Civilization in the Asia Pacific and beyond.