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Welcome to AIoT Global Summit: Economic Growth, where the transformative power of Artificial Intelligence & the Internet of Things (AIoT) converges to drive economic growth and industry innovation. This summit is a catalyst for the growth economy, showcasing how AIoT technologies create new jobs and business opportunities while improving productivity and driving digital transformation across industries. We bring together startups, SMEs, applied researchers, and innovation leaders from both the public and private sectors to turn cutting-edge research into real-world solutions that fuel sustainable economic impact. All selected and presented abstracts will be indexed (To be confirmed), giving your innovation global visibility and academic recognition.
Our mission is to move beyond theory and highlight applied innovation. AIOTGS2025 emphasizes tech-commercialisation and public-private collaboration from smart manufacturing and Industry solutions to AI-driven healthcare and smart city infrastructure. By connecting entrepreneurs, industry experts, and academics in a shared virtual space, the summit fosters an entrepreneurial, cross-sector community focused on converting technological advances into tangible growth. Join us online in unleashing AIoT for prosperity whether you are a founder looking to scale an IoT startup, a researcher applying AI to solve industry challenges, or a policymaker shaping a digital economy, this summit is for you.
Call for Abstract
AIOTGS2025 invites innovators and practitioners to showcase their projects in our Call for abstract, highlighting how AI and IoT solutions are driving economic and industry transformation. We welcome abstract submissions from startups, SMEs, academic teams, and public agencies; anyone with a compelling AIoT innovation or case study that demonstrates job creation, productivity gains, or positive community impact. Rather than traditional academic papers, this abstract session focuses on practical, entrepreneurial innovation. It’s an opportunity to present prototypes, pilot projects, and applied research that illustrate the journey from idea to marketable solution.
Each abstract will be a featured display during the summit, sparking cross-sector dialogue.
Why submit? Presenters gain a platform to network with industry leaders and investors, receive feedback from experts, and increase the visibility of their innovation. Outstanding abstracts with strong entrepreneurial potential and societal impact may also be highlighted in summit awards. We encourage diverse participation; whether you’re a young entrepreneur, an engineer, or an applied researcher, share your vision at AIOTGS2025.
Topics
Topics of interest include (but are not limited to):
1. Technical and Foundations
Track: Tools, Architectures, and Scalable AIoT Systems
· Edge vs. Cloud Intelligence: Optimising AI workloads across architectures
· Federated Learning and Privacy-Preserving AI in IoT
· Lightweight Machine Learning for Edge Devices
· Real-time Stream Processing for IoT Data
· Cloud-native AI Platforms: Design patterns and deployments
· Model Compression and Optimization for AIoT Applications
· End-to-End AI Pipelines: From data ingestion to insights
· Multimodal AI for IoT: Integrating vision, voice, and sensor data
· AI-Driven Automation in DevOps and MLOps
· Scalable Time-Series Forecasting in Sensor Networks
2. Academic and Research
Track: Novel Theories and Methodologies for AIoT-driven Economic Growth
· Economic Modelling Using AIoT Data Streams
· Explainable AI (XAI) for Industrial and Economic Use Cases
· Advances in AIoT Ontologies and Knowledge Graphs
· Distributed AI Architectures in Smart Economies
· Swarm Intelligence and Collective AI Systems for Smart Cities
· Cross-disciplinary Models of AIoT-Enabled Economic Development
· Low-resource AI Model Training for Developing Economies
· Robustness and Reliability in AIoT System Design
· Theoretical Frameworks for AIoT Governance
· Next-Gen AIoT Algorithms for Predictive Maintenance
3. Government and Policy
Track: Regulation, Ethics, and the Future of AIoT
· Ethical AI Frameworks for National AI Strategies
· Legal and Regulatory Challenges in Cross-border AIoT Data Flow
· AIoT and National Security: Opportunities and risks
· Policy Frameworks for Responsible AIoT Innovation
· Public Sector Use of AIoT for Civic Engagement
· Developing National AIoT Infrastructure Plans
· AIoT in Digital Sovereignty and Data Governance
· Privacy-First Architectures and Policy Design
· Comparative AIoT Policy Studies: Global perspectives
· Procurement Models for AIoT Adoption in Public Services
4. Talent Management and Sustainability
Track: Workforce, Inclusion, and Ethical AI Culture
· Upskilling the Workforce for AIoT: Models and case studies
· Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the AIoT Talent Pipeline
· Responsible AI Culture in Multinational Organizations
· AI in HR: Talent prediction, retention, and bias mitigation
· Embedding AI Ethics in Engineering Education
· Sustainable Talent Ecosystems for Emerging Markets
· Industry-Academic Partnerships for AIoT Skill Development
· Building Future-Ready AIoT Teams in SMEs
· Human-AI Collaboration in Industrial Environments
· Measuring Impact: Metrics for AIoT workforce success
5. Tech Councils and Forums
Track: Ecosystem Building and Innovation Governance
· Building Regional Innovation Hubs for AIoT
· Role of Tech Forums in Bridging Academia and Industry
· Standards Development and Interoperability in AIoT
· Public-Private Partnership Models for AIoT Growth
· Governance Models for Multi-Stakeholder AI Councils
· Open Innovation and Crowdsourced AIoT Solutions
· Tech Councils as Catalysts for Digital Transformation
· Developing Local Innovation Networks in Developing Nations
· Enabling Trust in AIoT via Community Engagement
· Coordinating National and Global AIoT Innovation Strategies
6. Investing in the AIoT Ecosystem
Track: Capital, Growth, and Innovation Models
· AIoT Investment Readiness Assessment Models
· Funding Mechanisms for Startups and Scaleups in AIoT
· Mapping ROI in AIoT Infrastructure Projects
· Corporate Venture Capital in AI and IoT
· Emerging AIoT Investment Trends: Sectors and geographies
· Impact Investing in AIoT for Sustainable Development
· AIoT Valuation Metrics: Beyond user growth
· Risk Mitigation in AIoT Investment Decisions
· Building Investor Confidence in Uncertain Markets
· Case Studies of Successful AIoT Co-investment Strategies
7. Transforming Industries and Infrastructure
Track: Smart Systems for Urban and Industrial Development
· Digital Twins and Predictive Analytics in Urban Planning
· AIoT in Transportation: Traffic flow, autonomous fleets, and logistics
· Industrial AI for Smart Manufacturing and Quality Control
· AIoT-Enabled Energy Management Systems
· Smart Grids and Decentralized Power Systems
· Connected Construction Sites: AIoT in asset and worker tracking
· Infrastructure Resilience via AIoT Monitoring
· IoT and AI Integration in Supply Chain Optimization
· Waste Reduction through Intelligent Infrastructure
· 5G and Beyond: Enabling AIoT in Industry 4.0
8. AIoT for Impact
Track: AI for Good and Global Sustainability
· Smart Farming and AI in Precision Agriculture
· AIoT Applications in Pandemic and Disaster Response
· Wearable AIoT for Remote Health Monitoring
· Environmental Sensing and Climate Analytics
· AI-Driven Water and Resource Management
· Humanitarian AI: Tools for relief and resource distribution
· AIoT for Indigenous Knowledge and Cultural Preservation
· Wildlife Monitoring and Biodiversity Protection
· AIoT for Mental Health and Public Wellbeing
· Zero-Waste Cities and AIoT-Powered Circular Economies
Submission
1. Abstract Submission (Max 1000 words and 2 pages): Your abstract should follow the structure below and clearly communicate your project’s value: Title Objective/Background:
Define the problem or opportunity addressed. Explain its relevance in the context of AIoT and its societal or economic importance. Methodology/Approach:
Describe the technical approach, tools, technologies, or methodologies used. Results/Outputs:
Summarise key findings, outputs, or performance insights. Visuals or brief data points are welcome if helpful. Conclusion/Impact:
Highlight the overall impact; how your work supports productivity, job creation, or industry innovation. Mention any commercialisation, community impact, or sustainability outcomes.
2. Presenter Information: Please include: Full name(s) of all presenters(s) Affiliation (e.g. university, startup, company) A short bio (2–3 sentences) for each contributor Any entrepreneurship or cross-sector collaboration (e.g. academia–industry partnerships)
3. Submission Portal: Submit your abstract through our online submission system (link to be provided) by the posted deadline (see Important Dates below). You may also attach a draft poster or supporting images (optional) to illustrate your project’s results.
4. Review and Acceptance: Submissions will be reviewed for relevance, innovation, and practical impact. We are especially looking for applied projects that align with the summit’s themes of economic growth and digital transformation.
5. Final Poster Preparation: Accepted presenters should prepare a digital poster (AO size) for display at the summit. Presenters will be assigned a display space in Metaverse and given a session to discuss their work with attendees (presentation can be recorded). Further guidelines on poster format will be sent upon acceptance.
Organizing Committee
AIOTGS2025 is organized by a diverse committee of experts and leaders spanning academia, industry, and government, reflecting our commitment to public-private collaboration and an innovation-driven ethos. Our organizing team is dedicated to creating a dynamic program that emphasizes entrepreneurship and real-world impact:
Chair - Dr Soheil Varastehpour - Unitec Institute of Technology - New Zealand
Professor Bruce MacDonald - The University of Auckland - New Zealand
Dr Masoud Shakiba - Unitec Institute of Technology - New Zealand
Dr Shen Hin Lim - The University of Waikato - New Zealand
Dr Iman Ardekani - Macquarie University - Australia
Professor Chris Scogings - Massey University - New Zealand
Professor Ari Aharari - SOJO University - Japan
Dr David Tien - Charles Sturt University - Australia
A/Professor Waleed Abdulla - The University of Auckland - New Zealand
Dr Brahim Benabderrahmane - MISC Lab, University of Abdelhamid Mehri - Algeria
Dr Behnam Soltani - Singapore Institute of Technology - Singapore
Dr Zainab Alansari - University of Technology and Applied Sciences - Oman
Professor Elankovan (Elan) A. Sundararajan - The National University of Malaysia - Malaysia
Dr Maryam Hemmati - The University of Auckland - New Zealand
Professor Antje Barabasch - Swiss Federal University for Vocational Education and Training (SFUVET) - Switzerland
Dr Maryam Mirzaei - Auckland University of Technology - New Zealand
Professor Heikki Kälviäinen - Lappeenranta-Lahti University of Technology LUT - Finland
Professor Erol Kurt - Gazi University - Türkiye
Dr Hajer Khachnaoui - University of Tunis El Manar - Tunisia
Dr Ehsan Golkar - Thomas Jefferson University - United States
Dr Nilufar (Nell) Baghaei - The University of Queensland - Australia
Dr Soheil Varastehpour - Unitec Institute of Technology - New Zealand
Dr Badreddine Miles - MISC Lab, University of Mentouri Brothers - Algeria.
Dr Farhad Mehdipour - Otago Polytechnic - New Zealand
Dr Bouchra Guelib - University of Abdelhamid Mehri - Algeria
Dr Amir Mohammadi - TechTALK - New Zealand
Important Dates
Registration
Join us at AIOTGS2025 by registering early! We offer a streamlined registration process and flexible rates to encourage broad participation across industry and academia:
Online Registration: All attendees (presenters, participants, and exhibitors) should register via our online form (link on the registration portal page). The form will collect your details and ticket type selection.
Registration Fees: We are committed to inclusivity. Standard registration covers access to all sessions, workshops, and networking events. Discounted rates are available for startups, SMEs, students, and academics to lower the barrier for small enterprises and young innovators. (Exact fee details will be provided on the portal.)
Payment Options: Secure online payment is available. For group registrations or alternative payment arrangements (e.g. invoice for companies or institutions), please contact the registration chair via email.
Confirmation: Once registered, you will receive a confirmation email. Closer to the event, we will email all registrants with the detailed program, venue map, and an attendee guide.
Why attend? By registering for AIOTGS2025, you gain access to a vibrant ecosystem of AIoT innovation. Attendees will network with visionary speakers, see demos of the latest AIoT solutions, and engage in cross-disciplinary workshops on technology commercialization and digital transformation. Whether you’re looking to find partners, investors, new talent, or simply inspiration, this summit offers immense value.
Don’t miss the chance to be part of the community that’s driving the future of our digital economy.
Conference Venue (Virtual)
Venue: Online – Hosted via Zoom and an immersive Metaverse Environment.
AIOTGS2025 will be held entirely online, ensuring broad international participation and accessibility. This year's event will use a two-part digital setup:
Zoom Webinars & Panels: All keynote talks, workshops, and Q&A sessions will be hosted live via Zoom. Registered participants will receive unique Zoom links to join each session.
Virtual Poster Hall & Online Exhibition (Metaverse Environment): Posters and innovation booths will be presented in a dynamic, interactive metaverse platform; a 3D virtual environment where attendees can explore posters, engage in conversations with presenters, and participate in online exhibitions. Each presenter will have a virtual space to display their research or innovation project, with chat and multimedia features.
How It Works: Attendees can navigate the virtual environment as avatars, explore poster content, visit digital exhibition booths from companies and startups, and interact with participants using voice and text. Presenters will be available during dedicated poster sessions for live discussion.
Access Instructions: All access links, platform guides, and credentials for both Zoom and the Metaverse poster hall will be emailed to registered participants before the event. The online format ensures that AIOTGS2025 remains accessible, sustainable, and global.
We look forward to seeing you in our online innovation space – a truly digital-first summit experience where AI meets IoT to shape the future of the growth economy.
