Introduction
The Global Technology Conference (GTC) by NVIDIA is a highly anticipated event that brings together industry leaders, innovators, and experts to discuss the latest advancements in AI and accelerated computing. Scheduled for March 18-21, 2024, at the San Jose Convention Center, GTC 2024 promises to be a platform where groundbreaking ideas meet practical applications, driving innovation and agility across various sectors.
AI Driving Innovation Across Industries
Interest in AI applications has soared recently, with businesses exploring pilot programs. GTC 2024 strategically implements these programs to create value and enhance competitive advantage. Leaders from Bentley Systems, Lowe’s, Siemens, and Verizon will share insights into their AI journeys, shedding light on how AI reshapes industries.
Keynote Address by Jensen Huang
NVIDIA founder and CEO, Jensen Huang, will kickstart GTC 2024 with a keynote address on Monday, March 18, at 1 p.m. PT. His speech is anticipated to set the tone for the conference, offering valuable insights into the future of AI and accelerated computing.
Enterprise Technology Priorities: A BCG survey revealed that nearly three-quarters of C-suite executives plan to increase tech investments, ranking AI among the top priorities. However, challenges such as reskilling workers and prioritizing AI use cases remain. GTC 2024 aims to address these challenges and provide strategies for leveraging AI effectively.
Industry-Specific Sessions
GTC 2024 offers a diverse range of sessions tailored to different industries:
- Financial Services: Discussions will revolve around generative AI in financial services, AI-first strategies in banking, and cost-saving measures like PayPal’s utilization of Spark RAPIDS.
- Public Sector: Experts will explore generative AI adoption in government and its application in cybersecurity.
- Healthcare: Sessions will highlight AI’s role in modern medicine, biomedical advancements, and healthcare industry transformations.
- Retail and Consumer Packaged Goods: Topics include augmented marketing, AI-driven innovation in retail, and Lowe’s approach to agility with AI.
- Telecommunications: Discussions will cover AI’s impact on telecommunications, innovative use cases in telcos, and enabling national AI infrastructure.
- Manufacturing: Sessions will focus on aerodynamics analysis, digital twins in manufacturing, and accelerating workflows in automotive manufacturing.
- Automotive: Experts will delve into luxury automotive experiences, automotive workflows, and the future of self-driving cars with AI.
- Robotics: Topics include AI’s role in robotics, deep reinforcement learning in robotic characters, and AI-human synergy in creative industries.
- Media and Entertainment: Sessions will explore AI’s impact on creative potential, film industry revolution, and fan engagement through AI.
- Energy: Discussions will revolve around HPC and AI in energy, edge computing in the electric grid, and AI-powered innovations in the energy transition.
Speakers at NVIDIA GTC 2024
At NVIDIA GTC 2024, esteemed speakers will share insights and expertise across various domains:
Ming-Yu Liu: Vice President of Generative AI Research at NVIDIA, will elucidate the conceptual framework behind the Edify Model design and its practical applications in image and 3D generation.
Dieter Fox: Senior Director of Robotics Research at NVIDIA, will engage in a fireside chat, exploring how AI advancements drive breakthroughs in computer vision and natural language processing.
Amit Bleiweiss: As a Senior Learning Solution Engineer at NVIDIA, Amit will utilize large language model-powered applications by enterprises to deliver innovative client services.
Rama Akkiraju and Sonu Nayyar: Rama, VP of Enterprise AI and Automation, and Sonu, SVP and Chief Information Officer at NVIDIA, will join a panel discussion focused on harnessing the potential of Generative AI for enterprise applications.
Maria Girone and Andrew Hsiao: Maria, Chief Technology Officer at CERN Open Lab, and Andrew, AVP at Pegatron, will share insights on integrating AI, digital twins, and accelerated computing to drive innovation and efficiency.
A Few of the Top Exhibitors at GTC 2024
Amazon Web Services, Inc.
ASUS
Dell Technologies
Deloitte
Ernst & Young
Google Cloud
IBM
Hewlett Packard Enterprise
Lamda
Lenovo
Microsoft Azure
Oracle
Z by HP
Conclusion
GTC 2024 is poised to be a transformative event where industry leaders converge to explore the limitless possibilities of AI and accelerated computing. With a rich lineup of sessions covering various sectors, attendees can expect to gain valuable insights, strategies, and inspiration to drive innovation and agility in their respective fields.
FAQs
1. What is the history of GTC?
NVIDIA’s GTC, or Graphics Technology Conference, was launched in 2009. Initially focused on showcasing advancements in GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) technology, the conference quickly evolved to encompass a broader range of topics, including AI, accelerated computing, and data science.
2. Who should attend GTC?
GTC suits anyone interested in AI, accelerated computing, data science, and related fields, including developers, researchers, business professionals, and students.
3. Is there a high-level schedule of everything happening at GTC?
A high-level schedule of events, keynotes, sessions, and workshops will be provided closer to the event date.
4. Where can I find the session list and how can I build my personal agenda?
The session list and agenda-building tools will be available on the GTC website or through the official GTC mobile app.
5. Is there a mobile app for GTC?
Yes, an official GTC mobile app is available for download on both iOS and Android platforms. The app provides access to session schedules, event maps, networking opportunities, and more.
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