GREEN at NeurIPS 2024: Presentation of “The SynapticCity Phenomenon”.
On December 15, GREEN had the opportunity to participate in the NeurIPS 2024 conference, one of the most influential events in artificial intelligence and machine learning. The city of Vancouver, Canada, welcomed researchers and thought leaders from around the world, providing an excellent environment to discuss the latest trends and advancements in cutting-edge technologies.
On this occasion, our colleagues Sergio Zaera Mata and Roberto G.E. Martín presented their work titled:
“The SynapticCity Phenomenon: When All Foundation Models Marry Federated Learning and Blockchain”
as part of the “Federated Learning meets Foundation Models” workshop. More details about the workshop can be found on the event’s official website: FL@FM NeurIPS 2024.
A Revolutionary Vision for Smart Cities
The core idea of The SynapticCity Phenomenon is to unify three impactful technological pillars:
- Foundation Models: Large-scale models trained with massive datasets, capable of performing multiple AI tasks with high accuracy.
- Federated Learning: A collaborative model training approach that preserves data privacy, as each device or entity retains its local data and only shares model parameters or updates.
- Blockchain: A decentralized system that ensures data security and integrity, enabling reliable coordination among multiple stakeholders.
This combination aims to tackle major challenges in smart cities: privacy, scalability, and decentralization. Through SynapticCity, the goal is to establish an urban AI structure where data remains protected, allowing authorities, citizens, and businesses to collaborate with confidence in making intelligent decisions.
International Recognition at NeurIPS 2024
NeurIPS annually brings together the scientific and business community dedicated to advancing artificial intelligence. Presenting The SynapticCity Phenomenon in this forum was an exceptional opportunity to engage with global experts, exchange ideas, and receive valuable feedback to refine our proposal.
Next Steps and Future Impact on Cities
GREEN will continue developing this initiative to promote smarter, safer, and more connected cities. The SynapticCity Phenomenon is a first step toward creating urban ecosystems based on collaboration, data protection, and adaptability to increasing complexity.
For those interested in exploring the technical aspects of the project, the full paper is available at:
The SynapticCity Phenomenon: When All Foundation Models Marry Federated Learning and Blockchain
We deeply appreciate the enthusiasm and participation of the AI community at NeurIPS 2024 and look forward to continuing our contribution to innovative solutions that drive a sustainable and decentralized urban future. We keep moving forward!
