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Discover the latest in AI at our new AI Stage [9 NOV]. Join industry experts to explore intriguing topics like
generative AI and the intersection of art and technology. Be a part of this groundbreaking event!
Jan Mikolon
Lead Data Scientist
Jan Mikolon has gained vast hands-on experience in the field of Machine Learning and the intersection of Quantum Computing. As Co-Technical Lead for the Center of AI in Munich he is conducting state-of-the-art research in Machine Learning and facilitating innovation for industrial clients from around the world. 𝗦𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗶𝘁𝗹𝗲: Generative AI: Balancing Business Value with Sustainability and Responsibility Aspects 𝗦𝘆𝗻𝗼𝗽𝘀𝗶𝘀: In my talk, I'll start by showing the best ways businesses can use generative AI. Then, I'll discuss the problems we face when using these AI models. In the end, I'll explain how businesses can beat problems like high power usage and the need for lots of equipment by using green AI methods, which will also cut down costs.
Debmalya Biswas
Director, Data Analytics & AI
Debmalya Biswas has over 20 years of experience working on AI/ML, Big Data Analytics, Privacy & Security related topics; most recently as Director, Data Analytics & AI at Wipro, Switzerland. He has previously worked for leading technology companies, e.g., Nokia Research, SAP Research, Oracle, Swisscom, and Swiss startups Iprova and Darwin Digital. He has authored 50+ patents, 30+ scientific articles, is a regular speaker at leading AI/ML conferences and is a member of the AI4EU Evaluation Committee. He holds a PhD in Computer Science from INRIA, France. 𝗦𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗶𝘁𝗹𝗲: Sustainable AI: Enabling reuse of Data and Models in the Enterprise 𝗦𝘆𝗻𝗼𝗽𝘀𝗶𝘀: Enterprise adoption of AI/ML services has significantly accelerated in recent years. However, the majority of ML models are still developed with the goal of solving a single task, e.g., prediction, classification. In this talk, we emphasize on the compositionality aspect that enables seamless composition / orchestration of existing data and models addressing complex multi-domain use-cases. This enables reuse, agility, and efficiency in model development and maintenance efforts. We then extend this concept to the Generative AI world, discussing the different LLMOps architectural patterns enabling composition of Large Language Models (LLMs) and AI Agents.
Luisella Giani
EMEA Head of Industry - Strategy &
BusinessServices
Luisella Giani, Head of Digital Enterprise Advisory for Europe and the Middle East at Avanade, is a prominent figure in the world of digital innovation. With a degree in Artificial Intelligence, she has held various positions, ranging from product development to general management for iconic online brands like Skype, Netlog, and Lycos. She has led digital transformation for multinational companies such as Yellow Pages, Goodyear-Dunlop, and DuPont Coating. In recent years, she has taken on executive leadership roles at the EMEA level for Oracle, continuing to make significant contributions to the digital evolution of leading Fortune 500 companies. Luisella's dedication and talent have been recognized with numerous awards, including the prestigious title of "Tech Visionary" in 2021 and the recognition as an "Unstoppable Woman" for three consecutive years. At Avanade, Luisella's role is to help companies innovate and bring their most ambitious projects to life. 𝗦𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗶𝘁𝗹𝗲: Demystifying Traditional AI vs. GenAI 𝗦𝘆𝗻𝗼𝗽𝘀𝗶𝘀: Traditional AI and Generative AI…what are the differences between these approaches? The goal of this session is to provide attendees with a comprehensive understanding of when and where each AI paradigm adds value, when classic machine learning remains the preferred choice and what are the intricacies, capabilities, and limitations of both. During the session we will also explore key topics that are shaping the AI landscape like the role of synthetic data in training AI models and the European AI Act, highlighting compliance requirements, ethical considerations, and their effects on AI adoption. Finally, we will look at Microsoft Copilot identifying the key business and productivity benefits.
Horia Niculescu
Customer Engineer Data, AI, ML
Horia is a passionate data enthusiast and loves to help organizations grow through the use of data. He joined Google two years ago, after spending 15 years helping organizations up their data game. His battle-tested expertise covers both start-ups and large corporations, with a focus on the retail and banking sectors. He believes that to understand technology, one needs to use it first hand. His favorite parts of the daily routine are high-level architecture design and problem-solving while enjoying an ice-cold OJ-espresso. 𝗦𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗶𝘁𝗹𝗲: AI's Next Phase: Riding the Wave or Drowning in the Hype? 𝗦𝘆𝗻𝗼𝗽𝘀𝗶𝘀: Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming our world, and the next wave of AI innovation is poised to have an even greater impact. In this keynote talk, we will explore the latest trends in AI, discuss the opportunities that this technology unlocks, and warn of some of the potential pitfalls. We'll cover a wide range of topics, including: The rise of large language models (LLMs) and other new AI models The increasing use of AI in real-world applications, such as healthcare, finance, and manufacturing The ethical implications of AI and the need for regulation The challenges of AI adoption and the divide between early adopters and laggards we're inclusive and accessible to all types of audience, both technical and non-technical. And we aim to start the conversation seeking a deeper understanding of the new wave of AI innovation and its potential impact on our world.
Adrian Matei
Data, AI & Enterprise Digital Solutions Director
Adrian Matei is a graduate of Politehnica University of Bucharest, Faculty of Electronics, Telecommunications and Information Technology. In 2011, he completed his doctoral studies at the same faculty, with a research project in the field of IoT/Connected Cars, following the WU Executive MBA courses at the Vienna University of Economics and Business. He joined the Orange team in 2006 as part of the Orange Education scholarship program. His professional path included roles such as Expert, Project Manager or Program Manager within the Technology department, during which he coordinated major network transformation initiatives, in February 2021 being named Data, AI & Enterprise Solutions Director. From this position, he has been responsible for the company's digital evolution and analytical maturity, based on data, and the automation of business and operational processes & artificial intelligence, leading the definition and implementation of transformation priorities in these areas. 𝗦𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗶𝘁𝗹𝗲: AI at Scale: Supercharging Human Intelligence and Driving Innovation & Business Transformation 𝗦𝘆𝗻𝗼𝗽𝘀𝗶𝘀: TBA
Ciprian Hodorogea
Leading Compliance & Safety tech
Graduate of Computer Science at University Politehnica of Bucharest (2006) and a Masters degree at Bucharest Academy of Economic Studies (2008), Ciprian is a senior manager at Amazon, leading a global team of software, data, business intelligence engineers, scientists, and program managers to build software systems that provide a safe shopping experience for Amazon customers, validate regulatory compliance across our supply chain, and make achieving compliance simpler for selling partners. 𝗦𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗶𝘁𝗹𝗲: TBA 𝗦𝘆𝗻𝗼𝗽𝘀𝗶𝘀: TBA
Olga Abramescu
Country Manager Romania
My mission is to help clients find and use the most suitable and engaging visual content for their needs, whether it is for advertising, journalism, publishing, or any other industry. I have a strong background in photography research, editing, and licensing, as well as a deep understanding of the trends and challenges in the online media market. I work with a talented and dedicated team of professionals, who share my vision of providing high-quality and innovative visual solutions that enhance the impact and reach of our clients' messages and stories. 𝗦𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗶𝘁𝗹𝗲: Generative AI: Creativity at the speed of human imagination 𝗦𝘆𝗻𝗼𝗽𝘀𝗶𝘀: We are at the dawn of a new creativity era and AI will play an important role in this journey. One huge step in this evolution is generative AI, which creates brand new images based on a text caption. While AI may seem threatening to some professionals, it’s actually another tool to help them create. We think of it like a painter’s brush, a photographer’s camera or a designer’s suite of photo editing software. Generative AI can be used by professionals to further enhance their work and open up a new realm of possibilities. As we build this future, Shutterstock explores the impact of this developing technology from a unique perspective, one that is both ethical and artist-centric.
Mihai Nica
Country Manager
Mihai Nica, Country Manager from the very start, has excelled in his role, significantly contributing to local business development. His unwavering dedication and leadership are invaluable assets to our group. Mihai's passion for his work has earned him recognition, inspiring colleagues and driving Daktela RO's success. Collaborating seamlessly with our dedicated Romania team, Mihai has propelled Daktela Romania to industry’s top, setting new standards under his leadership. Mihai’s journey as Country Manager at Daktela Romania has been defined by success. With his dedicated team, he has positioned Daktela Romania as an industry leader. 𝗦𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗶𝘁𝗹𝗲: Immersive Call Center in 2023: AI Technology and the Omnichannel Call Center Concept 𝗦𝘆𝗻𝗼𝗽𝘀𝗶𝘀: By integrating AI technology, Daktela Call & Contact Center enables more efficient call and communication management, helping agents provide faster and more accurate responses. This translates to a significant increase in customer satisfaction and resource optimization. Furthermore, Daktela's software offers multiple integrations, including modules for social media management and team management. Through these integrations, companies can easily handle all aspects of communication and monitor their team's efficiency in real-time. Daktela Call & Contact Center represents an innovative solution for companies aiming to provide a high-quality omnichannel communication experience, leveraging AI technologies and multiple integrations for efficient communication and team management. Moreover, it is an effective marketing tool, in dealing with an excellent Customer Care.
Raluca Panait
Marketing Manager
With nearly a decade of experience in the field of marketing and a year and a half as the Marketing Manager at Daktela Romania, Raluca is a dedicated professional with a strong focus on performance. Keeping a watchful eye on industry trends, Raluca is constantly in adopting the best solutions to adapt the company's business strategies to meet the market demands. Motivated by results and always seeking new opportunities for growth, Raluca takes on ambitious objectives such as generating high-quality leads, increasing brand awareness and growing Daktela Romania's market share. With her skills and passion for marketing, Raluca contributes daily to the company's success and growth. 𝗦𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗶𝘁𝗹𝗲: Immersive Call Center in 2023: AI Technology and the Omnichannel Call Center Concept 𝗦𝘆𝗻𝗼𝗽𝘀𝗶𝘀: By integrating AI technology, Daktela Call & Contact Center enables more efficient call and communication management, helping agents provide faster and more accurate responses. This translates to a significant increase in customer satisfaction and resource optimization. Furthermore, Daktela's software offers multiple integrations, including modules for social media management and team management. Through these integrations, companies can easily handle all aspects of communication and monitor their team's efficiency in real-time. Daktela Call & Contact Center represents an innovative solution for companies aiming to provide a high-quality omnichannel communication experience, leveraging AI technologies and multiple integrations for efficient communication and team management. Moreover, it is an effective marketing tool, in dealing with an excellent Customer Care.
Valentin Radu
Scientist
Valentin holds a PhD in Intelligent Systems from the University of Edinburgh, has an honorific visiting academic position at the University of Sheffield and is part of HiPEAC, the European network of excellence in cloud-edge computing. His research is focused on machine learning systems that perform inference and training on low-power devices. He organizes regular academic events on the topic of efficient ML, including the upcoming AccML 2024 in Munich. 𝗦𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗶𝘁𝗹𝗲: Energy-efficient AI 𝗦𝘆𝗻𝗼𝗽𝘀𝗶𝘀: Many applications and services have come to rely on Artificial Intelligence (AI) for a growing number of tasks. But despite its benefits, AI also comes with some hidden costs, including energy consumption, that can have serious consequences on our environment. This talk will highlight some of the dangers and challenges to make AI sustainable. We will look at some of the methods we use to make the training and inference more energy-efficient.
Mihai Raneti
Founder and CEO
Educated in both Psychology and Electromechanical Engineering, Mihai combines technical expertise with an understanding of human behavior to innovate in the field of AI. A strong supporter of innovation, creativity, and diversity in tech, he believes in a different approach: “We take neuromorphic engineering to another level, harnessing nature’s intelligence to revolutionize AI." Under his leadership, CyberSwarm is committed to creating a Swarm Nervous System that is not only technologically advanced but also grounded in ethics and aligned with strong values. 𝗦𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗶𝘁𝗹𝗲: CyberSwarm: Prepare to witness the true marvel of our AI evolution 𝗦𝘆𝗻𝗼𝗽𝘀𝗶𝘀: Bridging the Gap Between Science Fiction and AI We are developing a Neuromorphic Engine - Swarm Nervous System - that will revolutionize the way artificial intelligence operates. Imagine a future where an AI companion effortlessly adapts, learns, and evolves, seamlessly transitioning between tasks. Beyond codes, beyond computations, we stand at the dawn of an era where AI is not just seen or heard but felt and experienced.
Jean-Paul Muller
Global Practice Manager AI
Jean-Paul Muller is the Global Practice Manager AI at Inetum. Part of the Inetum team for more than 10 years, he is the referent at group level on Artificial Intelligence. He supports companies in their transition to the uses of AI and GenAI, from raising awareness of AI concepts to organizing the industrial exploitation of projects that include AI. 𝗦𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗶𝘁𝗹𝗲: 12 months of GPT prototypes, now what? 𝗦𝘆𝗻𝗼𝗽𝘀𝗶𝘀: 1 year with ChatGPT... 12 months of rare intensity during which we barely discovered the potential of generative AI technology... However, many prototypes, Proof of Concepts, experimentations, have already proven their theoretical value. And now? How to deploy, how to scale? The underlying technologies have their own requirements in terms of exploitation, intrinsically carry many direct or indirect risks by using them, and what about issues of rights, or even sustainability balance? The generalization phase of an LLM is therefore not so simple. During this session, let's take a look together at the points of attention, the project streams to be addressed and the key point off success, from architecture/hosting issues to change management for end users, to move your LLM prototypes to real production applications!
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Adrian Dragomir
Founder
Adrian Dragomir, founder of Termene.ro and StartAI.ro, is a distinguished entrepreneur with a wealth of experience in business. Leveraging his background as a professional poker player, he underscores the vital importance of data analysis and a deep understanding of human psychology in entrepreneurial ventures. His strategic acumen has elevated Termene.ro to a leading position in Romania's business intelligence sector, while also pioneering advancements in AI and machine learning technologies for the Romanian language. Renowned for his expertise in integrating AI solutions into companies, Dragomir is a reputable speaker, sharing insights on AI applications in business, and addressing potential opportunities and challenges. 𝗦𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗶𝘁𝗹𝗲: Business Intelligence with AI 𝗦𝘆𝗻𝗼𝗽𝘀𝗶𝘀: How Termene.ro's AI facilitates more informed decision-making within Romania's business sector when evaluating potential partners
Alin-Claudiu Apostu
Founder
𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐌𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫: Alin Claudiu is an explorer, creator, and builder with a strong experience in entrepreneurship, innovation, ecosystem building, and events. He is a generalist and fast learner who wears different hats depending on the context, including entrepreneur, intrapreneur, design thinker, mentor, moderator, and facilitator. He likes to get involved in projects that produce value and creates new ideas by facilitating conversations and innovation sessions through design thinking. He also builds projects that create impact (events, workshops, programs, bootcamps) from concept creation to implementation and moderation. Engaged in global networks like Global Shapers (initiative of World Economic Forum), Aspen Institute and Aspire, Claudiu has been involved in pro bono projects with organizations like Techstars, Digital Communication Network, and Unleash. His track record of successful projects includes collaborations with large multinationals, NGOs, fast scaling SMEs, and public universities across Romania. Holding two MA degrees with academic distinctions, he is recognized for projects like "Top 10 Global Programs for ecosystem innovation" (ITU, 2018) and "Best Youth Empowerment Initiative in CEE" (Emerging Europe, 2022).