In this talk, we delve into the transformative role of altruistic artificial intelligence exemplified by two critical domains: “compassionate” health and habitat monitoring. By harnessing the capabilities of recent deep learning and affective computing we address some of the most pressing challenges facing humanity today. Firstly, we explore how these technologies can revolutionise patient care and treatment adding an empathic side to “Dr AI”. AI-driven systems are increasingly used for early diagnosis and even interventions, but currently lack on the “human touch”. Affective computing could help at this point to bring empathy to the game and, by that compassion and warmth to the patient communication. Secondly, the talk highlights the use of AI in environmental monitoring. AI technologies are instrumental in tracking habitat changes to manage our ecosystems sustainably. AI can thereby increasingly monitor fauna’s and flora’s wellbeing. Beyond these examples, the idea of a future altruistic and potentially compassionate AI will be introduced alongside ethical considerations and the need for responsible AI development to ensure these technologies contribute positively to society. The goal is to foster an understanding of AI’s potential to advance the health of us and our planet in an altruistic, compassionate, and friendly manner. Speaker(s): Dr Björn Schuller, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/420849