Investing in the AIoT Ecosystem

Session Overview:
A thriving AIoT ecosystem needs more than just innovation—it needs strategic investment, strong partnerships, and sustainable economic models. This breakout session focuses on how stakeholders across government, industry, academia, and finance can work together to attract investment, de-risk innovation, and scale AIoT solutions for national and global impact.

What to Expect:

• The Investment Landscape: Gain insights into the current state of AIoT investment—from infrastructure funding and public innovation grants to private equity, venture capital, and corporate investment trends.

• Investor Mindset: Hear directly from investors on what makes AIoT projects and regions attractive—from scalable business models and IP strategy to strong talent ecosystems and supportive policy environments.

• Public-Private Co-Investment Models: Explore how governments and development agencies are working alongside private capital to fund innovation districts, digital infrastructure, and mission-driven R&D.

• Economic Opportunity Mapping: Identify emerging sectors and regions primed for AIoT growth—such as smart manufacturing, precision agriculture, and clean tech—and understand the role of targeted investment in unlocking these opportunities.

• Building Confidence in Ecosystems: Discuss what makes an ecosystem “investment-ready”—from strong governance and data policies to collaboration frameworks and skilled talent pipelines.

• Cross-Border Investment & Trade: Understand how international cooperation and strategic alliances are enabling cross-border AIoT investments and expanding market access for ecosystem players.

Who Should Attend:

• Investors (VCs, PEs, institutional, and angel networks)

• Government economic development and investment promotion agencies

• Corporate venture and innovation leaders

• Financial and legal advisors

• Ecosystem builders, cluster managers, and infrastructure providers