The highly anticipated Bluechip Data and AI Summit 2024 concluded on a high note, establishing itself as a premier platform for advancing the discourse on data and artificial intelligence (AI) in Africa. Hosted by Bluechip Technologies Limited, the summit brought together over 4,000 attendees physically from across the continent and over 5,000 attendes online.
The summit featured a diverse audience including but not limited to Data & AI Professionals (Engineers, Scientists, Analysts etc), Executives (Business and Technology), Government Officials, Tech Entrepreneurs, Students, and Enthusiasts. With a blend of keynote speeches, interactive panels, exclusive fireside chats, and real-world case studies, the event highlighted Africa’s burgeoning role in the global tech ecosystem.
Shaping the Future of Data and AI
Under the theme “Empowering The Digital Era: Data-Driven and AI Solutions For a Future-Ready Africa,” the summit featured a robust lineup of keynote addresses, panel discussions, workshops, and live demonstrations. Key sessions explored transformative topics such as:
- AI-Driven Careers: Preparing the next generation for the future of work in an AI-dominated economy.
- Real-World Applications: Showcasing practical AI solutions in industries such as healthcare, finance, and the real sector.
- Data for Development: Leveraging data-driven strategies to address Africa’s unique socio-economic challenges.
Hackathon Highlights
The summit also hosted a 30-day Hackathon on Kaggle, which attracted over 447 entrants and saw an astounding 12,731 submissions. Participants tackled the challenge of building a predictive model for loan approvals, demonstrating the tangible impact of AI in solving real-world problems.
Top performers included:
- Kayode Makinde, Winner of ₦1.5 million.
- Atanseiye Kolade, 1st Runner-Up, awarded ₦1 million.
- Seunewa Opeyemi, 2nd Runner-Up, recognized for analytical excellence.
A Platform for Collaboration and Growth
The summit provided an avenue for networking, collaboration, and knowledge exchange, attracting participants from Nigeria, United Kingdom, United States, Netherlands, Canada, India, DRC, Ghana, South Africa, Ireland, and other France. In addition to thought leadership, the event showcased cutting-edge solutions from partners such as Oracle, Microsoft, AWS, Dell Technologies, Huawei reinforcing the role of partnerships in shaping Africa’s tech ecosystem.
Speaking at the event, Kazeem Tewogbade, CEO of Bluechip Technologies, said:
“Our goal is to position Africa as a global hub for data and AI innovation. The Bluechip Data and AI Summit serves as a catalyst for driving conversations and actions that will transform our industries and empower future generations.”
Looking Ahead
The Bluechip Data and AI Summit 2024 marks a pivotal moment in Africa’s journey toward embracing the power of data and AI. Bluechip Technologies remains committed to fostering innovation, building capacity, and shaping the continent’s digital future.
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