Manulife Announces Sponsorship of The Hinton Lectures™ on AI Safety

Core Insights - Manulife is sponsoring The Hinton Lectures, an annual series focused on AI safety, led by Nobel Laureate Geoffrey Hinton, to enhance public understanding of AI risks and benefits [1][3][4] - The lectures will feature global experts, including Owain Evans, and will take place from November 10-12, 2025, in Toronto [3][5] - Manulife emphasizes its commitment to ethical AI use through its Responsible AI Principles, aiming to deliver long-term societal benefits [2][4] Company Commitment - Manulife's sponsorship of The Hinton Lectures reflects its dedication to responsible AI development and public dialogue on AI safety [3][4] - The company was ranked first in AI maturity within the life insurance sector and among the top five in the overall insurance industry according to the Evident AI Index [4] Event Details - The Hinton Lectures will be open to the public and available via livestream, organized by the AI Safety Foundation in collaboration with the Global Risk Institute [5]