Prof. Hemachandran K

Woxsen University, India

Research Area: Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Knowledge Representation and Computer Vision

Brief introduction: Woxsen University. He is an ambassador of the AI Accelerator Institute and an Advisory Board member in many international and national companies such as AptAI Labs, USA, Agzitence Pvt, Ltd, and many more. He served as an effective resource person at various national and international scientific conferences and also gave lectures on topics related to Artificial Intelligence. Currently serving as Expert at UNESCO and ATL Mentor of Change.

Title of Keynote Speech: The Future of Investing: AI-Driven Strategies in Portfolio Management

Abstract: In today's rapidly evolving financial landscape, AI is revolutionizing the way we approach portfolio management and asset allocation. This keynote will explore cutting-edge AI-driven strategies that are transforming investment practices, enhancing decision-making, and optimizing returns. By leveraging advanced algorithms and machine learning, investors can now analyze vast datasets with unprecedented accuracy and speed. We will delve into the practical applications of AI in crafting sophisticated investment strategies, addressing challenges, and unlocking new opportunities for growth. Join us to discover how AI is shaping the future of investing and redefining the economics of portfolio management.

Prof. Sailesh Suryanarayan Iyer

Rai University, Ahmedabad, India

Research Area: Computer Vision and Image Processing, Cyber Security, Data Mining and Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Blockchain.

Brief introduction: Dr. Sailesh Iyer has a Ph.D. (Computer Science), Post Doc from University of Louisiana, Lafayette, USA (Public University ranked among the top 100 Public Universities) and currently serving as a Professor and Dean with Rai University, Ahmedabad. He has more than 23 years of experience in Academics, Industry and Corporate Training out of which 18 years are in core Academics. He has been awarded Research Excellence Award for years 2021 and 2022 by Rai University and an Honorary Adjunct Research Scientist at Neurolabs International under Dana Brain Health Institute, Iran from August 2022 to August 2025. He has several Patents granted and published to his credit and is involved as an Editor for various book projects with Elsevier, IGI Global (USA), CRC Press Taylor and Francis (UK) and Bentham Science (UAE). He has been invited as Keynote Speaker in various International Conferences held in China, Indonesia, Philippines, Saudi Arabia, Haiti, Ukraine, Italy and India. A hardcore Academician and Administrator, he has excelled in Corporate Training, Delivered 150+ Expert Talks in various AICTE sponsored STTP’s, ATAL FDP’s, Reputed Universities, Government organized Workshops, 

Orientation and Refresher Courses organized by HRDC, Gujarat University. Research Contribution include reputed Publications, Track Chair at ICDLAIR 2020 (Springer Italy), icSoftComp 2020, IEMIS 2020 (Springer), ICRITO 2020 (IEEE), ARISE-2021, FTSE-2021 and TPC Member of various reputed International and National Conferences, Reviewer of International Journals like Multimedia Tools and Applications (Springer), Journal of Computer Science (Scopus Indexed), International Journal of Big Data Analytics in Healthcare (IGI Global), Journal of Renewable Energy and Environment and Editor in various Journals. Expert Talk on Research based topics in various Universities and Conferences in addition to guiding Research Scholars as Supervisor. He has also been invited as a Judge for various events, Examiner for Reputed Universities, is a Computer Society of India Lifetime Member and also serving as Managing Committee (MC) Member, CSI Ahmedabad Chapter from 2018-2020.

Research interest areas: Computer Vision and Image Processing, Cyber Security, Data Mining and Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Blockchain.

Title of Keynote Speech: Research Trends of Machine Learning in Economic Management

Abstract: Machine Learning can play an important role in prediction and analytics like Consumer Spending patterns, Financial Management, Stock Market Analytics, Key Economic Indicators prediction etc. Market size of Machine Learning in Economic Management is expected to grow at a CAGR of more than 20% which is very conservative estimate.  My Keynote address would focus on various Research Trends where Machine Learning is being implemented to provide Micro Economic Management.  I would also like to focus on ML trends in ensuring Cyber Security in Financial domain.

Assoc. Prof. William Yeoh

Deakin University, Australia

Research Area: Business intelligence and Corporate Performance Management, Business analytics (including marketing analytics), Information systems (including the metaverse; business process management), Cyber security, Artificial intelligence, Blockchain technology, Education innovation

Brief introduction: Dr William Yeoh is an associate professor at Department of Information Systems and Business Analytics, Deakin University. His current research interests include business analytics, cybersecurity, crowdsourcing, AI, blockchain, etc. His research is supported by various funding bodies/organisations, and has appeared in leading A* journals and top information systems conferences (e.g. ICIS).  He is also a frequent speaker in industry forums. In 2020, he was named amongst the Top 25 Analytics Leaders in Australia by the Institute of Analytics Professionals of Australia.

His leadership and contribution has been recognised with several awards, including the ICT Educator of the Year Gold Award (awarded by the Australian Computer Society ACS - Australia’s premier ICT professional association and accreditation body), internationally-competitive IBM Faculty Awards, Deakin’s Vice-Chancellor Award for value Innovation (in recognition of his leadership for IBM Centre of Excellence in Business Analytics at Deakin), and Deakin Faculty Excellence in Research Award.