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Ren-AI-ssance : Bridging Academia, DeepTech, and GenAI to Shape our Future

Sep 11, 2:00 – 3:00 PM

Dubai

The rapid evolution of AI is ushering in a new era, a "Ren-AI-ssance," where the convergence of academic research, deep tech innovation, and GenAI is transforming industries at an unprecedented scale. This fireside chat brings together leading academic AI researcher, a visionary DeepTech founder, and a pioneering GenAI innovator to explore the co-existence.

Virtual event
AI MonthPanel Discussion

About this event

As we celebrate Startup Grind's AI month in September, on 9/11 (literally), we’ll dive into a virtual panel on how cutting-edge academic discoveries are fueling the next wave of startups, how DeepTech is pushing the boundaries of what AI can achieve, and how Generative AI is opening up new possibilities for creativity, automation, and problem-solving. The discussion will explore how these diverse perspectives converge to shape the future of AI, from foundational research to disruptive innovations in industries and society.

We are thrilled to introduce our speakers:


The session will be co-moderated by Kuntal Malia, Co-founder - AI, Product and Tech, Stylenook  and Sameer Sortur, Founding Partner, SquareCircle Ventures and Startup Grind Dubai Co-Director.

Key Discussion Points:

  1. The role of academic research in advancing AI and its transition from theory to application.
  2. DeepTech's unique contributions to AI development and its impact on industries.
  3. The future of Generative AI: challenges, opportunities, and ethical considerations.
  4. Collaboration opportunities between academia, startups, and industry to accelerate innovation.
  5. Real-world examples of how these sectors are coming together to drive the next phase of AI's evolution.

These topics would be engaging for AI enthusiasts, tech founders, investors, and researchers, fostering a rich dialogue on the future of AI and its societal impact.

Check out what happened

Panelists

  • Katie Trauth Taylor PhD.

    Narratize AI

    CEO & Cofounder

  • Dr. Jose Berengueres

    KTH Royal Institute of Technology

    Professor of Design Thinking

  • Nayul Lina Kim

    CLIKA, Inc.

    Co-Founder & CEO

Moderators

  • Kuntal Malia

    StyleNook

    Co-founder - AI, Product and Tech

  • Sameer Sortur

    SquareCircle Ventures

    Founding Partner

Organizers

  • Cristina Najera

    Najera Ventures

    Chapter Director

  • Sameer Sortur

    SquareCircle Ventures

    Chapter Co-director

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