Jürgen Schmidhuber
The Father of Modern AI
Jurgen Schmidhuber, often referred to as the father of modern AI, is widely recognized as one of the leading pioneers in the field of Artificial Intelligence. His contributions, particularly in deep learning, have been foundational to the development of AI technologies that power a wide range of modern applications, from autonomous systems to language models. He will give an overview of the upcoming steps on the future of AI with a special focus on the unlimited possibilities to come once we push the boundaries of AI and attain Artificial General Intelligence.
Aravind Srinivas
CEO, Perplexity AI
Aravind Srinivas is the CEO and co-founder of Perplexity AI, a company valued at $9 billion. His focus on AI-driven advancements, especially in the "agents' economy," positions him as a key figure in the AI landscape. He will talk about how Perplexity and AI agents are disrupting the search engine landscape, offering key insights on the new business models that are rising because of the agentic economy and the new user paradigms on how individuals look for information.
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Qasar Younis
Founder & CEO, Applied Intuition
Qasar Younis is the Silicon Valley-based founder and CEO of Applied Intuition, a company valued at $6 billion and former COO of Y Combinator. As a leader in the autonomous systems industry, his company is at the forefront of AI applications in self-driving technology. He will share his vision and expertise in the future of Autonomous Driving with a look on how AI will keep on being integrated in the physical world and shifting our interactions with the real-world.
Laura Rudas
Executive Vice President, Strategy, Palantir Technologies
Laura Rudas plays a central role in shaping the strategic direction at Palantir Technologies, one of the most influential companies in data analytics and AI-driven solutions. Her deep expertise in technology and strategy will offer valuable insights into the ways AI is being used to solve complex global challenges, particularly in government, healthcare, and business sectors with a special look into data privacy and ethical concerns.
Eynat Guez
CEO, Papaya Global
Eynat Guez is the CEO of Papaya Global, a leader in AI-powered payroll and workforce management solutions. As a female founder of a company valued at $3.7 billion, Guez has demonstrated remarkable global growth and leadership. Eynat will offer her invaluable insights based on her global growth journey, Future of workforce and global growth.
Pau Garcia
Co-founder, Domestic Data Streamers
Pau Garcia is the co-founder of Domestic Data Streamers, a creative studio that uses data and technology to tell compelling stories. His work has helped bridge the gap between data science, creativity, and design, enabling businesses to communicate complex ideas in accessible and impactful ways. During his talk, Pau will dive into how the use AI can unleash the preservation and recovery of some of our most precious social memories.
Lubomila Jordanova
CEO & Founder, Plan A
Lubomila Jordanova is the founder and CEO of Plan A, a company that uses AI and data to accelerate sustainability efforts across businesses. As a leading voice in sustainability and green tech space, Jordanova is helping companies leverage data to reduce their environmental impact. Her talk will dive into how businesses can integrate sustainability at their core.
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Ali Niknam
CEO & Founder, bunq
Ali Niknam is the CEO and founder of bunq, the Dutch unicorn which has grown to become the second-largest neo-bank in the EU. His innovative approach to digital banking has disrupted traditional financial services. Ali will provide invaluable insights on why self-funding was critical to staying true to his vision, how bunq integrates sustainability into its mission, and the bold decisions that it takes to navigate and disrupt one of the most heavily regulated sectors.
Bruno Casanovas
Co-Founder & Creative Director, Nude Project
Bruno Casanovas is the co-founder and creative director of Nude Project, a fashion brand that merges technology, sustainability, and design. Beyond his role as a founder, he has become a leading figure in brand engagement and influencer culture, boasting millions of followers and hosting a popular podcast. His talk will explore brand strategy, design, consumer engagement, and team management, offering a 360-degree perspective on Gen Z—a young demographic that remains a challenge for many businesses.