_ The Speakers 2025

In einer Welt, in der große Cloud-Anbieter die Spielregeln bestimmen, geht es um mehr als nur Technologie – es geht um Eigentum, Kontrolle und Vertrauen. Dieser Vortrag zeigt, wie Unternehmen mit Open-Source-Lösungen auf eigener Infrastruktur Unabhängigkeit gewinnen, Datenschutz gewährleisten und Innovationskraft bewahren. Erfahren Sie, wie souveräne KI-Strategien nicht nur Risiken minimieren, sondern Ihnen die volle Hoheit über Daten und Modelle zurückgeben.

This talk provides a brief introduction to Picnic and its supply chain, along with an overview of AI usage across the company. The focus is on AI in the people domain, highlighting current applications, challenges, and future opportunities.

Marcel Claus-Ahrens, automation expert, n8n Ambassador, and founder of let the work flow, advances digital transformation through AI and automation. With his SaaS platform Kontoflux.io, he delivers innovative automation solutions for companies around bank account management.

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Two successful AI assistants in practice: How Otto Group and Sächsische Aufbaubank have securely and productively integrated generative AI

Nach Big Data, LLMs und Agenten folgt die nächste Welle: Context-Engineering – die Integration von Unternehmensdaten mit modernen AI-Stacks. Der Vortrag zeigt, wie Apache Wayang und Scalytics Connect kontextbewusste, datensouveräne KI ermöglichen, indem Modelle und Daten in der eigenen Infrastruktur vereint werden. Eine „Private DeepSearch Demo“ verdeutlicht den Schritt von allgemeinen Tools hin zu lokal verankerter Intelligenz.Nach den Hypes um Big Data, LLMs und Agenten folgt nun: Context-Engineering – die Integration von Unternehmensdaten mit modernen AI-Stacks. Der Vortrag zeigt, wie eine Konsolidierung mittels Apache Wayang und Scalytics Connect kontextbewusste, datensouveräne KI ermöglicht, indem Modelle und Daten in der eigenen Infrastruktur vereint werden. Eine „Private DeepSearch Demo“ verdeutlicht den Schritt von allgemeinen Tools hin zu lokal verankerter Intelligenz.

This talk explores how organizations can leverage data and AI to detect risks before they escalate into critical business challenges. It highlights strategies, technologies, and use cases for building proactive, resilient risk management systems.

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How do search technology and AI amplify each other? Drawing from two decades of search expertise and work with Germany's top e-commerce platforms, René demonstrates how AI transforms search experiences while search data trains better AI models. Learn practical strategies for implementing AI-powered search that actually works for your users.

The explosive growth of non-human identities creates new challenges for enterprises

Many companies remain stuck in “delivery mode,” producing data and reports without real impact. At Sky, we transformed into a data-driven organization—shifting from pure reporting to innovation, personalization, and AI-based products. This talk shares concrete experiences, success factors, and lessons learned, highlighting the role of modern cloud technology and cultural change.

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How AI enables exponential innovation and new business models with limited resources

Using the story of the Extended Kalman Filter and the Apollo mission, this talk illustrates how scientific theory can be transformed into groundbreaking applications. Drawing on a survey of 81 German AI start-ups, it outlines three success factors—clear mission, impact drivers, and bridge builders—that can accelerate Germany’s path from excellent papers to excellent products.

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Stephan Klein, SVP and Global Head of Services at SAP SE, explores how AI is reshaping quality management, project delivery, and consulting. The talk highlights industry trends and demonstrates how AI is moving from simple tracking to proactive action, redefining standards across development, consulting, and testing.

from the Vodafone Tech Innovation Center Dresden: for real transformation. Smart, scalable AI and IoT solutions directly from Dresden for start-ups and medium-sized businesses. From smart sensors through immersive AR solutions to 5G-driven industrial intelligence: practical use cases that show how ideas become market-ready technologies.

Practical approaches to making AI accessible for all employees from leadership to shop floor

Zsuzsa Rötter ist CEO der Digitalagentur Portrino und Gründerin der B2B Tech Marketing Community Dresden. In der von ihr moderierten Paneldiskussion berichten drei Marketingverantwortliche internationaler B2B-Unternehmen, wie sie KI und Automatisierung konkret einsetzen – mit echten Learnings und einem Blick auf Change-Management, Team-Motivation und die nächsten Schritte.

Anja ist Head of Marketing bei ATBAS, einem Dresdner Software- und Prozessspezialisten für den digitalen Wandel im Automotive-After-Sales. Als Panelistin bringt sie ihre Praxiserfahrung in der aktiven Transformation im B2B-Tech-Marketing ein. Mit strategischem Blick übersetzt sie komplexe Technologien in klare Kommunikation, entwickelt Marketinglösungen mit messbarem Impact und befähigt ihr Team, Innovation, New Work und KI als Chance zu begreifen.

Eva ist Co-Lead des Marketing Campaign Teams bei ams OSRAM, einem weltweit führenden Anbieter von Licht- und Sensorlösungen. Als Panelistin teilt sie Einblicke in ihre Arbeit an internationalen Kampagnen für Automotive, Industry Automation und Medical. Mit langjähriger Erfahrung in Brand Management und Kommunikation verbindet sie strategische Tiefe mit Go-to-Market-Expertise und Leadership in Transformationsprozessen.

Sabine ist erfahrene Strategin für B2B Marketing und Business Development mit internationalem Hintergrund – unter anderem in den Märkten USA, Europa und Asien. Als Panelistin bringt sie ihre Expertise in globalem Markenaufbau, Marketingautomatisierung und Change Management ein. Ihre Stärken: strategische Führung, cross-funktionale Projektsteuerung, und der gezielte Einsatz digitaler Plattformen zur nachhaltigen Geschäftsentwicklung.

Vom Prozess zum AI-Agent – Wie du von Human-Driven zu AI-Driven kommst
Als AI-Agentur unterstützt aicellence Unternehmen von Workshops bis zur Umsetzung bei der Integration von KI und Automatisierung in Geschäftsprozesse.
In der von n8n gesponserten Masterclass zeigen wir die Erstellung eines KI-Agenten vom Prozess zum echten Agent mit dem Tool n8n.

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We will take you on our journey of establishing a company-wide AI strategy. Then, we will demonstrate how this strategy affects the daily work of different target groups inside and outside our company.

- Saskia Hünig (Head of Platform & Infrastructure AI / BI)
- Carsten Kollosche (Teamlead DataScience & AI);  Otto Group one.O

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Nicole Peters ist Referentin des CIO und KI-Programm Lead bei SachsenEnergie AG. Mit Erfahrung in IT-Demand-, Portfolio- und Testmanagement zeigt sie, wie moderne IT-Strategien entwickelt und KI-Programme erfolgreich umgesetzt werden können.

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In 2019, Fabian Kretschmann completed his MBA in Strategic Business Management. During this time, he gained experience in mechanical engineering and the semiconductor industry as a production manager and later as Director of Global Operations before joining the consulting and business development team at elevait GmbH & Co. KG. Since April 2022, Fabian has been Chief Operating Officer at elevait, where he manages day-to-day operations with the goal of improving the daily lives of our customers through artificial intelligence.

This talk explores how a harmonized managed data layer enables AI-powered business decisions. It also provides insights into the future of analytics and planning.

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Bernhard De Luca, Ambassador von Lovable und Gründer & CEO der Tanzplattform udansa, zeigt wie Vibe Coding die digitale Produktentwicklung grundlegend verändert. Der Vortrag thematisiert, wie Teams die Entwicklungszeiten radikal verkürzen und KI nicht nur als Werkzeug, sondern als Co-Builder einsetzen können.

As Head of Data & AI at the Sächsische Aufbaubank, he leads the advancement and implementation of the bank’s data and AI strategy. His goal is to establish data as a strategic asset, develop innovative solutions, and transform SAB into a future-oriented digital organization.

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Artificial Intelligence is reshaping advertising. In this keynote, I explore where AI accelerates—streamlining processes and boosting efficiency. Yet at its core, AI is a rear-view mirror: it calculates from what has been, not from what could be. It lacks the forward-looking imagination of creative human minds. Let's discuss whether the future of AI might change this.

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Avatare eröffnen neue Möglichkeiten, um Menschen zu erreichen, Geschichten zu erzählen und Wissen lebendig zu vermitteln. Der Vortrag zeigt am Beispiel von Say:Hello spannende Einblicke in erste Erfahrungen und Learnings und macht die konkrete Anwendung erlebbar. Zudem wird sichtbar, welches Potenzial Avatare für Kommunikation und Storytelling bereithalten.

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70% aller KI-Projekte scheitern? Weil sie von Technologen geleitet werden, nicht von Product Managern. In 60 interaktiven Minuten lernen Sie den PM-Ansatz für KI: problem-driven, stakeholder-zentriert, business-value-fokussiert!

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Customer support AIs don't have to be annoying. With modern voice AI, we resolve standard inquiries directly in conversation – without hold queues and without complicated menus. Using Carl & Carla as an example, we show how our CallAI Agent processes requests automatically. Over 85% of calls run end-to-end without human intervention. We explain how we conduct conversations with AI models, answer questions interactively, integrate with corporate IT – and implement all of this in compliance with GDPR.

Zsuzsa Rötter, CEO of the digital agency Portrino and founder of the B2B Tech Marketing Community Dresden, helps companies position complex technologies in the digital space. Her mission is to make complexity understandable, create real relevance, and use marketing as a driver of innovation.

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Vibe Marketing transformiert, wie wir Marketing denken und machen. Inspiriert vom "Vibe Coding"-Movement zeige ich, wie ein einzelner smarter Marketer heute mit AI-Tools mehr erreicht als früher ganze Teams.

This talk highlights how AI agents are reshaping future work environments. Drawing on practical examples and supporting technologies, it demonstrates real-world applications and strategies. Speaker Raik, AI strategist and architect at Microsoft, has been advising companies and partners on applied AI since 2018.

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Dr. Andre Luckow drives the integration of cutting-edge fields like machine learning, quantum computing, and distributed systems into the automotive industry. Bridging academia and industry, he transforms complex technologies into real-world solutions that shape the future of mobility.

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Dr. rer. nat. habil. Magdalena Wekenborg is a biopsychologist and head of the Psychodigital Research Group at the Else Kröner Fresenius Center for Digital Health. Her work focuses on psychophysiological methods to study stress in increasingly digitalized environments, aiming to design healthy and supportive human-AI interactions.

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Discover how Infineon’s PSOC Edge microcontroller with the corresponding software ecosystem leverages AI to revolutionize industrial operations and consumer products. From optimizing factory processes to enhancing everyday smart devices, this presentation showcases how edge AI enables businesses to innovate, streamline workflows, and create smarter, more efficient solutions tailored to real-world challenges.

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Europe’s automotive and industrial sectors are undergoing fundamental change, with future success tied to rapid AI breakthroughs in mobility, robotics, and connectivity. ESMC—a joint venture of TSMC, Bosch, Infineon, and NXP—provides state-of-the-art semiconductors as the foundation for advanced AI models and computing power, enabling resilience, innovation, and supply chain strength through its open foundry model.

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Discover the future of responsive and intelligent edge devices in this immersive 90-minute masterclass on the cutting-edge PSoC™ Edge AI Evaluation Kits. Explore how Infineon's latest innovation—the PSoC™ Edge Controller Family—redefines edge AI development with enhanced computational power, AI co-processors, expanded memory, and a rich array of sensor integrations.

Learn how to create powerful Edge AI solutions using our state-of-the-art DEEPCRAFT™ Studio, the intuitive development platform designed to streamline AI/ML model creation and deployment. With application examples and hands-on insights, this session will empower you to enable a new generation of intelligent IoT devices. Join us to experience the possibilities of responsive Edge AI and transform your IoT projects today!

Physics-Informed Neural Networks (PINNs) combine data-driven AI with established physical principles, creating models that are faster, more reliable, and less dependent on large datasets. We present three case studies.

- Dr. Peter Steinbach, head of the AI consultancy team
- Dr. Kushal Ramakrishna, HPC cluster engineer
- Varun Sudharshnam, HPC cluster engineer
- Israt Tulin, Data Scientist & ML Developer
- Dr. Vladimir Voroshnin, innovation manager

Highlights two case studies:
- Quantifying uncertainty in medical diagnostics to reduce risk and meet regulatory requirements.
- Using interactive 3D data exploration to shorten development cycles and improve decision making.

Speaker:
- Dr. Peter Steinbach, head of the AI consultancy team
- Mani Lokamani, head of HPC cluster team
- Dr. Ulrik Günther, AI Scientist / Entrepreneur
- Maleeha Hassan, Data Scientist & ML Developer
- Dr. Vladimir Voroshnin, innovation manager
- Dr. Robert Muench, innovation manager
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Europe's path to proprietary AI models and open standards for technological independence

This talk demonstrates, through real-world use cases, how robots can leverage sensors, real-time communication, and AI-based control to act adaptively and precisely. It also outlines current limitations and what is needed to take the next step.

Climate change and biodiversity loss demand new solutions. This keynote explores how AI can drive sustainable innovation while critically examining its own ecological footprint. It highlights opportunities, challenges, and real-world use cases of Green AI.

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This talk presents how a multi-agent reinforcement learning (MARL) approach enables the construction of highly detailed, holistic timetables in CTMS. Compared to classical operations research methods requiring hours of computation, MARL delivers similar quality results in seconds—validated on the Magdeburg network section.

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This workshop provides practical insights into how AI is already supporting public administration and how employees can be actively involved in the transformation. Together, we explore strategies to reduce fears, build trust, and foster enthusiasm for AI while keeping human decision-making at the core.

KI, Energieeffizienz & digitale Souveränität – so geht’s: Effiziente Ressourcennutzung im lokalen Rechenzentrum: Diese Masterclass zeigt, wie Energieeffizienz in Rechenzentren wirklich funktioniert am Beispiel von KI-Anwendungen. Ihr lernt, worauf man beim Hosting achten kann, welche Stellschrauben der Energieeffizienz in Rechenzentren bestehen und wie man mit dem Open-Source-Workload-Manager Krake eine einheitliche Verwaltung und optimale Ressourcennutzung bei der automatischen Verteilung von Entwicklungs- und Testumgebungen ermöglichen kann. So macht die Masterclass praxisnah erlebbar, wie Energieeffizienz und Digitale Souveränität Hand in Hand gehen.

In seiner Keynote zeigt Hugo Falter, wie hybride Intelligenz – das Zusammenspiel von KI, Quanten- und Hochleistungsrechnen – zur Triebkraft einer souveränen europäischen Technologiepolitik wird.JUPITER und ELBJUWEL stehen gemeinsam für Deutschlands und Europas neues Leitmotiv: Rechenleistung, Verantwortung und Unabhängigkeit in einer vernetzten digitalen Zukunft.

Philipp Klöckner is an investor, consultant, and SEO specialist with extensive experience in global e-commerce and digital growth. His talk provides insights into the evolution of AI and its impact on businesses, markets, and investors.

This talk challenges the idea that transformer-based AI on cutting-edge CMOS will ever reach true human-like intelligence, highlighting the insurmountable power barriers of the current path. It explores alternative paradigms, focusing on mature CMOS value-added solutions such as non-volatile memory, and their potential to enable efficient AI for edge devices.

As Managing Director of Europe’s largest self-financed microelectronics and ICT cluster, he demonstrates how the European Chips Act and regional ecosystems can strengthen technological sovereignty. The talk highlights opportunities, competitive advantages, and innovation potential for Europe.

Funding opportunities and regulatory frameworks for AI projects in Saxony. Dr. Katrin Leonhardt, CEO of the Sächsische Aufbaubank, presents how artificial intelligence will shape the future of promotional banks. The talk highlights strategic approaches, implementation steps, and real-world use cases.

With AI-powered text analysis, you learn to evaluate content critically, uncover linguistic manipulation, and confidently assess fake news.

Isabell Lippert explores how AI is reshaping the future of managerial roles, from decision-making to leadership responsibilities. Drawing on her expertise as Co-Founder & CTO of We explain AI and her research in AI, she highlights both opportunities and challenges for managers in an AI-driven world.

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Increasingly human-like AI agents spark both fascination and unease. This talk explores the tension and offers a framework for developing a clear and stable approach to AI in organizations and strategies.

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This talk combines personal experience with interactive discussion to show how AI can be seen as a meaningful, value-creating tool. At the same time, it highlights the risks and provides guidance for navigating AI in both organizational and personal contexts.

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The Saxony police force is promoting the use of AI-supported speech recognition to transcribe interrogations in real time, thereby significantly improving the accuracy, efficiency and legal certainty of documentation. As part of the ‘Police 20’ programme, it is developing a nationwide uniform interrogation standard for this purpose, which will be used by all police forces in Germany in future.

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A visionary look at the future of AI hardware and new chip architectures

How companies build sustainable business relationships through trust in the AI era

Wie Unternehmen den Übergang von einseitiger Kommunikation zu dialogbasierten Ansätzen gestalten und das im Zeitalter von AI – das nächste Level von Intranets ist der Employee AI Arbeitsplatz. Dabei spielt auch das veränderte Konsumverhalten der Mitarbeitenden eine zentrale Rolle, da es neue Erwartungen an Personalisierung, Geschwindigkeit und Relevanz in der internen Kommunikation mit sich bringt.

KI neu denken: nicht nur als Effizienzmaschine, sondern als strategischen Hebel. Wer Prozesse beherrscht,agil führt und Daten orchestriert, macht KI zum Business‑Booster– und Denken zur Kernkompetenz für nachhaltiges Wachstum.

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Doch wenn Beschäftigte KI-Systeme als Arbeitsmittel einsetzen, stellen sich neue rechtliche Fragen: Wer haftet für fehlerhafte Ergebnisse? Kann ich den Einsatz verpflichtend ausgestalten? Muss der Betriebsrat beteiligt werden?

Anhand einer Live-Demo und praktischen Beispielen, wie etwa dem Einsatz eines KI-Anrufbeantworters, KI-Callagents, Voice-Cloning und Avataren, zeigen wir, wie Unternehmen KI im Berufsalltag rechtssicher und verantwortungsvoll einsetzen.

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