ITL Fonts & AI Conference Returns Online in October with Nadine Chahine as Curator

Scheduled for October, the second ITL Fonts & AI Conference will be held virtually, hosted by the International Typography League (ITL). One of the six curators, Nadine Chahine, noted that despite a prevalent anti-AI stance within the typography community, the conference seeks to promote dialogue about upcoming changes. It will explore the current state of the type industry—whether it is burning, simmering, or evolving. Chahine pointed out that AI is already integrated into design tools and its influence as an assistant is expected to increase. While AI-generated fonts are still imperfect, the conference will evaluate different platforms. Chahine shared her mixed feelings: 10% excitement, 20% nervousness, and 70% existential dread, stressing the importance of establishing clear guidelines for AI use. A concluding panel will examine how others set these boundaries. The event kicks off at 3 p.m. U.K. time on Oct. 8, followed by sessions at 1 p.m. U.K. time on Oct. 9 and 10. Registration and further details can be found online.