CyKor, in partnership with Google, recently hosted a highly anticipated AI Day in Charleston, SC, designed to explore the potential of AI technologies in the public sector. This event brought together technology experts, government leadership, and industry professionals to focus on Google’s advanced AI capabilities and provide participants with hands-on experience using Google’s AI tools. The day was packed with insights into Google’s AI strategies and practical experiences with some of its most powerful AI technologies. The highlight of the day was special guest speaker, Vint Cerf, one of the “founding fathers of the internet” who shared his vision for AI in the Department of Defense (DoD).
The event began with an engaging presentation by Google’s AI experts, who outlined the company’s approach to leveraging AI for public sector applications. Discussions focused on how AI can enhance government and military operations, improve public services, and drive innovation in various public sector domains.
Exploring Google AI Tools
Participants were introduced to a comprehensive suite of Google’s AI tools, tailored to meet the unique needs of the public sector. These included:
- Vertex AI: Google’s unified AI platform was demonstrated, focusing on its ability to streamline the machine learning lifecycle from data preparation to model deployment. Attendees learned how Vertex AI supports building, deploying, and scaling machine learning models efficiently and effectively.
- Chronicle: Google’s cybersecurity intelligence and analytics platform. Attendees learned how Chronicle can help detect, investigate, and respond to cyber threats, enhancing the security of public sector networks.
- Generative AI: Google’s latest advancements in generative AI, showcasing its applications in tasks such as content creation, document analysis, and data synthesis. The ease of use and effectiveness of generative AI were demonstrated, particularly its potential in streamlining government processes.
- Document AI: A tool designed to automate and streamline document processing. Participants discovered how Document AI can enhance efficiency by extracting data from tech manuals, design documents, and even handwritten reports.
- Full Suite Translation: Google’s comprehensive translation services, enabling real-time language translation to bridge communication gaps. This tool was highlighted for its ability to support military operations with foreign nations.
- Looker: This session showcased Looker’s capabilities in transforming raw data into actionable insights. Attendees learned how Looker’s data analytics platform allows users to explore, analyze, and share real-time insights, driving informed decision-making.
- BigQuery: A fully-managed, serverless data warehouse that enables super-fast SQL queries using the processing power of Google’s infrastructure. The session covered BigQuery’s features, including its scalability and integration with other Google Cloud services, essential for managing large public sector datasets.
A key feature of CyKor AI Day was the series of hands-on labs, offering participants a practical experience with Google’s AI tools. Attendees engaged in exercises that provided a tangible understanding of how these tools can be harnessed to solve complex problems and drive innovation. One lab involved analyzing large datasets of both structured and unstructured data, revealing trends and patterns not easily detectable through traditional methods. Another lab focused on building and deploying machine learning models using Vertex AI, highlighting its capability to streamline the development of AI solutions for government projects.
In his keynote speech Vint Cerf shared his insights on the future of AI in the DoD, discussing the potential for AI to revolutionize defense operations, enhance decision-making, and improve mission outcomes. His vision included AI’s role in cybersecurity, data analysis, and autonomous systems, providing a compelling outlook on AI’s impact on national security.
Beyond the technical sessions, CyKor AI Day facilitated networking and collaboration among attendees. Participants exchanged ideas, shared experiences, and discussed potential AI projects with peers and experts from both CyKor and Google. As AI continues to transform public sector operations and services, events like these are crucial in equipping professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to stay ahead in the rapidly evolving tech landscape. CyKor is committed to providing government agencies with the tools they need to leverage AI to its fullest potential. Stay connected with CyKor for exciting new developments.
BY Thomas Bilbro
Solutions Architect
