The Saipien AI Spectrum 

AI + {IDEAS}
Turn moonshot thinking into real-world scalable AI solutions.  

AI + {DATA}
Unlock the physics of data through secure and ethical collaboration.

AI + {PRODUCTS, PASSION & PLATFORMS}
Build scalable AI solutions that evolve beyond isolated products.

AI + {HUMAN EXPERIENCES & DESIGN}
Design human-centered AI experiences that foster engagement and inclusion.

AI + {EMPOWERMENT}
Cultivate a culture of AI literacy and ethical awareness within your organization.

AI + {READINESS}
Assess, quantify and enhance your organization's AI readiness across all levels.

At the MIT Media Lab 

We believe in the power of collaborative innovation to unlock the transformative potential of AI. {sAIpien} is an exclusive program designed to translate our moonshot AI research into societal, economic, and environmental impact. Focusing on the future of Human-AI systems, we work with selected organizations and governments in the world, empowering them to be leaders in the usage, advancement, and adoption of AI to introduce fundamentally groundbreaking innovations and contribute to the formation of an inclusive new economy for the world, based on Data as an Asset and Trust as a Currency. 

Program Overview

{sAIpien} envisions a new spectrum for AI, one that transcends algorithms and code to encompass the essential human elements of trust, auditability, and collaboration.  Imagine a future where data alliances are secure and transparent, Human-AI agents operate ethically, and innovation flourishes within a framework of responsible governance. Hosted at the MIT Media Lab, {sAIpien} unites leading minds across disciplines to define this new frontier, empowering organizations to navigate the complexities of AI and unlock its transformative power for the benefit of humanity.

Program's Pillars: 

The {sAIpien} Program's pillars framework provides actionable insights into AI moonshot ideation, data and algorithmic advantage, generative design, leadership empowerment, and readiness. Participants will gain a roadmap for translating ambitious visions into reality, fostering and developing AI talent, leveraging data and AI models ethically, and accelerating organizational AI readiness, ultimately joining a collaborative ecosystem poised to shape the future of AI-driven industries. 

Each cohort will participate in interactive workshops, measuring and quantifying their organization’s “AI Readiness Score” based on our unique AI scoring matrix. We will then use a tool to calculate similarities and differences between participating companies. The data used is non-proprietary.

Tailored for large and complex enterprises, cities, and government agencies with existing AI literacy that are seeking to become future industry leaders, the workshop unveils the {sAIpien} Program's five-pillar framework, providing actionable insights into AI moonshot ideation, data and algorithmic advantage, generative design, leadership empowerment, and readiness. Participants will gain a roadmap for translating ambitious visions into reality, fostering and developing AI talent, leveraging data and AI models ethically, and accelerating organizational AI readiness, ultimately joining a collaborative ecosystem poised to shape the future of AI-driven industries. 

Key Takeaways and Learnings:

• A comprehensive understanding of the {sAIpien} Program's holistic pillars framework for Human-AI Empowerment in large complex enterprises. 
• Actionable strategies for translating moonshot AI ideas into tangible societal, economic, and competitive impact.
• Insights into building a future-ready workforce with strong AI literacy across organizational levels, with a focus on C-Suites and Board of Directors.
• Frameworks for developing ethical and interoperable data strategies to fuel AI innovation.
• Principles for designing human-centric AI products, platforms, and experiences.
• Methods for assessing and rapidly improving their organization's overall AI readiness.
• An understanding of how to foster a culture of AI-driven innovation and leadership empowerment.
• Knowledge of cross-industry opportunities and the power of collaborative AI alliances.

We are interested in collaborating with other leading organizations and the MIT Media Lab on cutting-edge Enterprise-focused AI advancements. The program is cohort-based and can only work with five companies per year, in non-competing verticals.

About Us

How we work, who we work with and how we are different.

{sAIpien} is a unique immersion into the world of AI, bridging fundamental research, Human Dynamics, ethical and legal aspects of AI, and design as part of a holistic program encompassing bold ideas to transform how business has thought about AI to date.

• Advance AI Literacy:
  Cultivate a deep understanding of AI concepts and ethical considerations.
• Drive Impactful Change:
  Empower people to embrace AI and navigate its challenges.
• Shape the Future of AI:
  Contribute to a global dialogue on the responsible development and deployment of AI.

Founding Faculty Members

sAIpien Team:

Founding Faculty

Hossein Rahnama, Founding Member
Sandy Pentland, Founding Member
Dava Newman, Founding Member
Kent Larson, Founding Member
Matti Gruener, Founding Graduate Student

Fellows

Marjan Alirezaie, Founding Affiliated Professor 
Daniel Platnick, Founding Affiliated Research Scientist 
Raven Lucas, Founding Affiliated Creative Technologist

Tracey Forrest, Fellow

David Fergusson, Senior Fellow
Carlos Moreira, Senior Fellow

Collaborators & Friends

Erin Leonard, Innovation Affiliate
Mae-Lynn Slater, Innovation Affiliate
Nadia Otake, Innovation Affiliate