Building AI Together: Highlights from the 2nd InnovAIte Conference in Žilina

On 29 April 2026, the InnovAIte Slovakia project hosted its second conference – AI  Synergy: Connecting Research, Industry, and Regional Innovation –  at the Holiday Inn in Žilina. Under the motto "Building AI Together" , the event brought together researchers, industry professionals, and public sector representatives to explore how AI is shaping energy efficiency, sustainable transport, insurtech, and the software development lifecycle.

The program featured international keynote speakers alongside research presentations on topics ranging from cognitive robotics to ethical AI development. An interactive poster session offered attendees the opportunity to engage directly with emerging prototypes and research outcomes from InnovAIte consortium partners.

All key materials from the 2^nd conference are now publicly available:‍

• The official proceedings of the 2nd InnovAIte Conference 
• Conference aftermovie on Youtube
• Keynote Presentations
• Presentations Track A: AI-Driven Buildings
• Presentations Track B: AI in Software Development and Insurance
• Interviews
  

‍Looking Ahead!
The InnovAIte conference series will continue with its third edition in spring 2027.
More information –  including the location, agenda, and registration –  will be published on our webpage and social media as planning progresses.
Stay tuned!