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IOC, Led by Thomas Bach, Launches AI Agenda to Transform Olympic Sports

Apr 19, 2024, 02:21 PM

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) officially launched the Olympic AI Agenda in London, marking a significant step in integrating artificial intelligence into the Olympic Movement. The initiative, led by IOC President Thomas Bach, aims to leverage AI across various aspects of sports, including talent identification, athlete performance, game organization, and fair judging. Key discussions at the event featured insights from notable figures such as Christoph Schell, Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer at Intel, and Olympic champions like Lindsey Vonn and Nadia Comaneci, known for her 'perfect 10' score. The agenda is part of a strategic trilogy initiated under Bach's leadership, focusing on enhancing the Olympic experience through advanced technologies, including AI's role in safeguarding.