AI & Neuroevolution: How Evolutionary Algorithms Solve Complex Social Problems

What if AI could invent solutions humans can’t dream of? Risto will unveil how neuroevolution is a game-changer for building better societies.

He’ll share the exact same techniques he used to pioneer AI decision-making at Cognizant, scaling solutions in under five years that outsmart traditional methods—without relying on outdated gradient descent. 

With over 30 years in AI and 500 publications, he’s distilled decades of research into actionable insights for you. 

I’ve seen firsthand how his work inspires real-world impact, and now you will too.

In this masterclass, you’ll discover three key lessons:

1. How neuroevolution works—evolving neural networks to solve problems creatively.
2. Why it’s a leap beyond standard AI—unlocking surprising, effective strategies.
3. How you can use Project Resilience, an open-source platform, to apply neuroevolution to your own societal challenges—like climate mitigation or equitable urban planning.

We’ll explore real case studies, like optimizing land-use policies, and give you the tools to act. Whether you’re an AI enthusiast, entrepreneur, policymaker, or community builder, this is your chance to harness AI for a safer, smarter world.