{"id":838,"date":"2026-11-11T09:46:51","date_gmt":"2026-11-11T07:46:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sites.utu.fi\/konttori\/?post_type=events&#038;p=838"},"modified":"2026-11-11T09:46:52","modified_gmt":"2026-11-11T07:46:52","slug":"ai-turus-vai-2026","status":"publish","type":"events","link":"https:\/\/sites.utu.fi\/konttori\/events\/ai-turus-vai-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"AI Turus vai 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Turku will host the internationally significant AI Summit on 16 November 2026 at Logomo. The event will bring an exceptional line-up of leading European and international AI experts to the city. Programme themes include AI research, generative AI, defence and security technologies, and Europe\u2019s competitiveness in a rapidly changing technological landscape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Led by <strong>Peter Sarlin<\/strong>, founder of Silo AI and CEO of AMD Silo AI, AI Summit will bring together leading figures from Finnish business, international AI providers, and some of the world\u2019s foremost AI experts and speakers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>AI Turus vai?<\/strong> is the official public side event of the AI Summit. Participants can explore the latest AI trends, network with professionals and listen to inspiring presentations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The event is open to everyone, but registration is required and places are limited. The event is organised by the City of Turku.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Register now!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lyyti.in\/AI_TURUS_VAI_2026_4605\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Register for the AI Turus vai 2026 event here<\/a> | lyyti.fi<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>AI Turus vai?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>16 November 2026, 8.45\u201317.00<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Organised alongside AI Summit Turku 2026, AI Turus vai? will bring together entrepreneurs, experts and anyone interested in harnessing the potential of artificial intelligence. The programme features topical presentations, networking opportunities and the latest AI innovations from exhibitors that support businesses and organisations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Participants will also have the opportunity to follow the <strong>Pigg Deal<\/strong> live podcast and a livestream directly from AI Summit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Programme<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>8.45\u20139.15<\/strong><br>Doors open and exhibition area available for visitors<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>9.15\u20139.30<\/strong><br>Opening remarks<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Vesa Palander<\/strong>, Director of Economic Development, City of Turku<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Minna Arve<\/strong>, CEO, Business Turku<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Peter Sarlin<\/strong>, CEO, Silo AI; Foundation PS<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Karoliina Partanen<\/strong>, CEO, AI Finland<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>9.30\u201310.00<\/strong><br><strong>Keynote: Teemu Roos<\/strong>, PhD, Professor, Department of Computer Science, University of Helsinki<br><em>AI Literacy and Data Agency: What Every Organisational Leader and Employee Needs to Know<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>10.00\u201310.45<\/strong><br>Morning coffee, networking and visits to exhibition stands<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>10.45\u201311.15<\/strong><br>Case study: City of Turku \/ Growth Resilience Oy<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>11.15\u201311.45<\/strong><br>Case study: Sofokus<br><em>&#8221;What changed and became possible when AI was harnessed for digital development?&#8221; Five lessons learned by a Development Director and a Consultant<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>11.45\u201312.15<\/strong><br>Case study: Qalmari<br><em>&#8221;The AI Agent Team Moved from the Playground to the Workplace \u2013 What Happens When Agents Are Let Loose on Orders, Quotations and Production?&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>12.15\u201313.00<\/strong><br>Lunch at participants\u2019 own expense and visits to the exhibition area<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>13.00\u201313.30<\/strong><br><strong>Mika Aaltonen<\/strong><br><em>MIND \u2013 The Emergence of Man &amp; Machine Ecosystem<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>13.30\u201314.00<\/strong><br><strong>Satu Korhonen<\/strong><br><em>Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>14.00\u201314.30<\/strong><br>Networking and visits to exhibition stands, coffee at participants\u2019 own expense<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>14.30\u201315.15<\/strong><br>Panel discussion: <strong>Jari Bj\u00f6rne<\/strong>, University of Turku, and <strong>Josefina Tuomala<\/strong>, Chair of the Student Council of the Student Union of the University of Turku (TYY), TURKU + AI Talent 2030 \u2013 From Research to Working Life: What Should a Turku Resident Know About AI in 2030? <strong>Reetta Vuorinen,<\/strong> Business Turku.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>15.15\u201315.30<\/strong><br>Closing remarks of AI Turus vai? and transition to the after-work event<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>15.30\u201317.00<\/strong><br>After-work networking and visits to exhibition stands<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>After-work session 16.00\u201316.30: Introduction to AI Music (Workshop), Juhani Mistola<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This practical workshop introduces the fundamentals of AI-generated music, guiding you through modern composition, songwriting, production and creative experimentation, even if you have no prior experience with AI tools. You do not need any musical background, nor do you need to play an instrument or sing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You will learn how to create music in a variety of genres, from electronic pop and children\u2019s songs to schlager and heavy rock. During the workshop, we will create short demo tracks together using software that is either available free of charge or offers a free version. Each participant will create their own song during the workshop using a web browser on their smartphone or laptop.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Turku will host the internationally significant AI Summit on 16 November 2026 at Logomo. 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