The Faculty of Engineering in Rijeka, in collaboration with the High School for Electrical Engineering and Computing in Rijeka, held a guest lecture titled “Are We Ready for Everything the Future of AI Systems Brings?” on October 20, 2026. The lecture was led by Nikola Jurković, an AI safety researcher and Harvard graduate.
The lecture provided the audience in Hall P1 at the Faculty of Engineering, as well as online participants, with a unique insight into the current state and advancement of AI. Through an insightful presentation, Nikola Jurković, an expert with extensive knowledge and experience in this field, introduced approaches to measuring AI system capabilities, including the Time Horizon method, and discussed current challenges and safety risks in AI.
The lecture was followed by a discussion during which the audience had the opportunity to ask questions about the development of increasingly autonomous AI systems, potential risks, and their control. The open questions and exchange of views encouraged reflection on how the further advancement of AI will impact society and our future.
