Thiruvananthapuram: The Kerala Government is holding a two-day international Gen AI conclave in Kochi, on July 11 and 12, in collaboration with IBM. Announcing the event, Minister for Industries, Shri P Rajeeve said the flagship event will shape the future of Gen AI, besides demonstrating Kerala’s commitment to fostering innovation and embracing transformative technologies.
The event will bring together industry leaders, policymakers and innovators to explore the transformative potential of AI and its impact on society and the economy. This event will be a significant milestone in the advancement of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Kerala and the Country.
“The International Gen AI Conclave stands as a testament to Kerala’s commitment to fostering innovation and embracing transformative technologies. With IBM as the Partner, this groundbreaking initiative aims to position Kerala as a hub for Generative AI innovation, catalyzing economic growth and driving forward the state’s vision for Industry 4.0 readiness,” the Minister said.
Holding a grand AI conclave was announced in this year’s budget as one of the most important interventions by the state government in the AI sector.
Speaking on the occasion through videoconferencing, Dinesh Nirmal, Senior VP of Products at IBM Software, emphasized the importance of public and private collaboration in scaling generative AI. “We are honoured to collaborate with the Government of Kerala to host this conclave. This event will help drive generative AI innovation, address business and societal challenges, and foster skill development. By providing access to top-quality tools and knowledge, this is a significant step by the state government to strengthen the talent pool and infrastructure in cutting-edge technology research and development,” he said.
As the Conclave gears up to welcome a diverse array of attendees, including developers, business leaders, universities and students, media and analysts, government officials, IBM clients, its partners etc., anticipation is high for the dynamic exchange of ideas and insights that will shape the future of AI in India.
The mainstage agenda promises a captivating blend of keynote addresses, panel discussions, and interactive sessions, including an innovative Developer Playground where attendees can explore the latest advancements in AI technology firsthand.