Can Technology Outpace the Shaking?

When the ground shakes, every second matters

Technology is our best bet for earthquake early warning — turning phones into sensors, detecting hidden tremors, and buying time to save lives.

But limits remain. Earthquake prediction has been a cycle of breakthroughs and setbacks — with hope rising after each innovation, and fading after each devastating quake.

The message is clear: AI and technology are powerful tools, but foresight demands more than code. It requires science, policy, and collaboration working hand in hand.

That’s why we’re calling on experts and stakeholders to join the conversation at ICONHIC 2026.

If you’re working on any of the following, we want to hear from you:

• Seismologists and geoscientists pushing the limits of detection and forecasting
• Tech innovators bridging sensors, networks, and real-time analytics
• Infrastructure operators safeguarding transport, energy, and utilities
• Emergency managers and first responders integrating early warning into practice
• Policymakers and planners shaping risk-informed preparedness strategies
• Engineers designing structures and systems that anticipate, not just withstand, earthquakes