Program - ITAPA AI 2025
The programme will be accompanied by:
Peter Pellegrini , President of the Slovak Republic
Building a new generation of AI systems paves the way for flexible and scalable platforms that can effectively connect development, deployment, and management of artificial intelligence. These are modern solutions that can be applied in practice across various industries. How do modern tools and open technologies enable faster innovation, safer operation, and easier integration?
Moderator: Gregor Mareš
Martin Hrachala , Ministry of Interior of the Slovak Republic
Martin Čmejrek , MAMA AI
Artificial intelligence is fundamentally changing the face of education, science, and research. In this keynote speech, we will look at current technological trends that are shaping the future of AI – from personalized learning to new interdisciplinary applications in industry, healthcare, and public administration. We will present specific research projects at the Slovak University of Technology and explore the challenges, opportunities, and limitations that await the academic environment as it adapts to the rapidly evolving AI ecosystem.
Moderator: Gregor Mareš
Tatra Supercompute aims to build the most advanced modular AI supercomputer in Slovakia, in partnership with NVIDIA and Vertiv, powered by sustainable energy sources. The presentation will show why such an "AI data center" is a strategic infrastructure for the country, how liquid cooling and energy efficiency work, and what new opportunities it will open for the state, business, research, and startups in the Central European region.
Moderator: Gregor Mareš
Moderator: Gregor Mareš
Moderator: Gregor Mareš
Pavol Škápik , General Financial Directorate of Czech Republic
Today, artificial intelligence is not just about robots and chatbots – it is also changing medicine and how we understand the human body. In our lab at STU, we combine AI, genetics, and bioinformatics to "read" the human genome – your own biological code. In this masterclass, we will show you how an ordinary string of DNA letters becomes a 3D protein molecule that you can rotate, zoom in on, and examine on your computer.
Moderator: Gregor Mareš
Moderator: Gregor Mareš
Veronika Potocká , Dual Academy
Moderator: Gregor Mareš
How can artificial intelligence impact Slovak schools in the years to come? The discussion will present the National Plan for the Integration of AI into the Education System 2025–2027, which includes teaching about AI in primary and secondary schools, tools for personalized learning, and AI assistance for teachers. The goal is the safe, ethical, and inclusive use of technologies that promote equality, reduce the burden on teachers, and prepare students for the digital future. How can we ensure that AI both helps and does not harm? And are we, as a country, ready for this transformation?
Moderator: Gregor Mareš
Miroslava Remenárová , Slovak Telekom
The widespread availability of LLM tools such as ChatGPT has rapidly changed the way university students work. While students now utilize AI tools wherever possible, teachers and administrators are discussing how to address this. At first glance, it may seem that teachers are struggling with AI tools in education, but in reality, students may have a significant problem. At first glance, it may seem that teachers are struggling with AI tools in education, but in reality, students may have an important issue and not even be aware of it. What challenges have LLM tools brought to higher education? What are the options for dealing with them, and which options are right and which are wrong? What do teachers need to watch out for, and what should students watch out for? And what do employers expect? This presentation will raise many questions—some we can look for answers to together, some we will have to figure out on our own.
Moderator: Gregor Mareš
Artificial intelligence is fundamentally changing the way modern industry works – from optimising production processes to predictive maintenance and automated decision-making. This panel will focus on how AI is influencing business management, changing the roles of leaders and employees, and what new skills will be needed in the era of an innovative industry. We will initiate a discussion on the boundary between automation and autonomy, how to manage change in corporate culture, and what adaptation to AI entails from both technological and strategic development perspectives. Future competitive advantages will not only depend on technology, but also on the ability to understand it, deploy it correctly, and manage it ethically.
Moderator: Michal Číž
Vladimír Slezák , Siemens
Come and try out what real training at AI Gym (AI Fitko) looks like. During one hour, we will show you how AI really helps speed up work, improve ideas, and get more done—with a live trainer, hands-on experience, and directly applicable techniques for everyday use. Instead of a single tool, we offer an ecosystem of AI solutions, allowing participants to choose the right tool for the right task while learning how to combine individual AI tools effectively. The training is designed for all companies across industries, for managers and leaders who understand that AI is not just a trend, but a new reality in everyday practice.
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Peter Šebo , PS:Digital
Moderator: Gregor Mareš
An interview with neurologist Ondřej Volný will provide a front-line perspective on how artificial intelligence is being applied in science, clinical practice and rule-making. We will discuss the current situation in the Czech Republic, the impact of the upcoming AI Act, the state of local standards, and a forthcoming monograph on AI in medicine. The discussion will offer an interesting overview of the opportunities and challenges that AI brings to the healthcare sector.
Moderator: Gregor Mareš
Artificial intelligence is no longer the domain of tech companies – it's increasingly becoming a practical tool for civil society organizations. This session will share real examples of how nonprofits can use AI to write grant proposals, improve communication, manage data, and plan their activities more effectively. It will focus on how to start, avoid common pitfalls, and ensure that digitalization and AI genuinely serve the organization's mission.
Moderator: Gregor Mareš
There is conflicting information everywhere about what AI is and how to utilize it; leaders recognize the need to integrate it into their processes, but few understand how to do so in a way that delivers measurable value to the company. But the real revolution does not come with a new tool, but only when we learn how to integrate it into human work and decision-making meaningfully.
Moderator: Gregor Mareš
Moderator: Gregor Mareš
Slovakia can lead Europe by building a national-level digital twin—an AI-driven simulation of how real Slovaks think, react, and influence one another. Using CulturePulse's agentic ARES platform, policymakers can safely test reforms, rehearse crisis responses, and forecast long-term challenges such as demographic shifts or misinformation waves. Unlike traditional analytics, this model incorporates deep psychological and social drivers, offering a realistic view of public sentiment and behaviour. A Slovak digital twin provides leaders with a powerful new tool for evidence-based decisions, greater resilience, and stronger public trust.
Moderator: Michal Havran
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Thought leaders discuss how Slovakia can benefit from the technological boom of AI.
Moderator: Michal Havran
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Anton Giertli , RED HAT
Patrik Krauspe , Ministry of Interior of the Slovak Republic
Michal Puškár , Research and Innovation Authority
Martin Venhart , Slovak Academy of Sciences
