The 7th Edition of Amazon’s Annual Research Event Highlights Advances in Generative AI, Graph Machine Learning, and Responsible AI
Bengaluru, NFAPost: In Bengaluru, Amazon India recently hosted the 7th edition of its annual Amazon Research Days (ARD), underscoring its prowess in the fields of Machine Learning (ML) and Artificial Intelligence (AI). The event provided a collaborative platform for experts from Amazon, industry professionals, and academia to share insights, discuss ideas, and delve into the latest advancements in AI and ML.
Keynotes by Technology Leaders and In-Depth Sessions
ARD 2023 featured keynote presentations from notable technology leaders and encompassed enlightening sessions on various subjects, including Generative AI, Large Language Models, Graph Neural Networks, Robotics, Responsible AI, and more. The event welcomed esteemed speakers such as Rajeev Rastogi, VP of International ML at Amazon; Dan Roth, Distinguished Scientist at Amazon AWS and the University of Pennsylvania; and other prominent figures from academia.
Amazon curated an engaging lineup of talks, covering a spectrum of innovations and research directions within the ML and AI domain. Some of the highlights included discussions on Graph Machine Learning Research at AWS AI, the convergence of Computer Vision (CV), ML, Natural Language Processing (NLP), Robotics for Common-sense Robots, and Responsible AI in Large Language Models.
Fostering a Collaborative Ecosystem
Rajeev Rastogi, Vice President of Machine Learning at Amazon, expressed the company’s commitment to harnessing the potential of ML and AI to meet customer and seller needs. He highlighted the dynamic nature of the field, emphasizing the importance of continuous learning and exploration of technological advancements. ARD, being an annual event for the past seven years, serves as a convergence point for ML and AI communities, fostering collaboration between academic and industry experts globally.
Enriching Event Experience
Amazon Research Days 2023 attracted nearly 1500 participants both in-person and virtually, including students, academicians, and industry leaders in ML. The event provided a comprehensive overview of cutting-edge developments, offering attendees a platform to engage with ideas, innovations, and holistic knowledge exchange.
About Amazon’s Commitment to Innovation
Guided by principles of customer obsession, invention, operational excellence, and long-term thinking, Amazon continues to pioneer advancements in technology. From customer-centric online marketplaces to breakthroughs in AI and ML, Amazon remains at the forefront of innovation.
