Da Nang to host "AI – New Driving Force for Development" conference

Da Nang will host an AI conference titled "Artificial Intelligence – A New Driving Force for Da Nang's Development" on May 9, the City People's Committee has announced.

The plenary session is expected to welcome around 500 delegates, including representatives from the Ministry of Science and Technology, the National Innovation Center (NIC), leading AI businesses and experts, as well as foreign diplomatic missions in Vietnam.

Speakers are expected to share global insights on AI development and applications, highlighting opportunities for Da Nang while addressing the challenges and proposing solutions needed to foster investment in the sector.

The same day, a specialized panel discussion titled "Infrastructure for AI Development in Da Nang City" will take place. Delegates and experts will examine the current state of data centers, high-performance computing (HPC) systems, and future plans for AI infrastructure development in Da Nang. The session will also explore solutions for enhancing computing and data storage infrastructure, aiming to improve accessibility for businesses and organizations utilizing AI technologies.

City leaders view the conference as a key opportunity to gather recommendations from experts and consultants to refine Da Nang’s policy framework and develop an AI-driven economic strategy. The goal is to fully leverage the city's existing strengths in technology and innovation.

Beyond policy discussions, the event aims to attract foreign businesses interested in launching AI startup projects in Da Nang. It will also seek investment funds to provide capital for startups while facilitating connections between entrepreneurs, investors, and leading experts in artificial intelligence and innovative entrepreneurship.