SPONSOR<\/a>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n\n\n\nABOUT AIBC AMERICAS<\/h2>\n\n\n\n A global leader <\/strong>With Brazil\u2019s government increasing its efforts to focus on growing the country\u2019s standing as a hub for the emerging technologies, AIBC America\u2019s first event for the market is perfectly timed to connect its wide-reaching network in the West with LatAm\u2019s leading innovators, and policy makers.An emerging innovation hub <\/strong>South America, led by Brazil, is rapidly emerging as a leader in tech-focussed businesses. Investment in areas such as AI and Blockchain has allowed the region to leverage long-awaited opportunities to leapfrog toward greater levels of innovation, productivity, and socio-economic progress.\u2013<\/strong> In Oxford Insights\u2019 AI Readiness Index 2019, Brazil was ranked 40 out of 192 countries, a sign that the South American powerhouse is moving up in the emerging tech sector.\u2013<\/strong> An AI Index report from Stanford University illuminates this shift in direction for the country\u2019s economy \u2013 Brazil is now considered one of the top 5 countries in the world with the fastest growth in AI hiring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n2022 and beyond \u2013<\/strong> The Central Bank Digital Currency, estimates that the Digital Real project, which will work to introduce a digital cryptocurrency to Brazil, will start its first series of tests in Q1 of 2023, with a potential launch planned for late 2024.\u2013<\/strong> A June 2022 report by the Federal Court of Accounts has suggested the 2021 National AI Strategy will need to be reviewed and improved by the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation after noting shortcomings.\u2013<\/strong> To this end the Senate has commissioned a new regulatory framework on AI be drafted, to which an open invitation to contribute was extended to experts in the field after the creation of a Commission of Jurists.\u2013<\/strong> The Brazilian government also announced its intention to create 8 research facilities focused on AI \u2013 the labs will work in tandem with Brazil\u2019s IOT plan \u2013 with the 4 core verticals being: smart cities, healthcare, agribusiness and manufacturing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
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OUR ATTENDEES<\/h2>\n\n\n\n We are thrilled to welcome a diverse and vibrant group of attendees from all around the world to our event. With participants hailing from various countries, cultures, and backgrounds, this gathering promises to be a truly global experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Our event has attracted individuals from every corner of the globe, representing a multitude of professions, interests, and perspectives. From business leaders and entrepreneurs to academics, artists, and innovators, our attendees bring a wealth of knowledge, expertise, and creativity to the table.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
AIBC SPEAKERS<\/h2>\n\n\n\n AIBC has drawn experts from across the globe to act as thought-leaders and industry pioneers, sharing their well-earned wisdom through panels, fireside chats and inspiring keynote speeches. Want to get involved as one of the speakers for our AIBC Conferences? Reach out to Emily on emily.d@sigma.world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \n
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Carlos Cardama<\/h3>\n Co-Founder<\/span>\n BiS<\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div> \n
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Heitor Miguel<\/h3>\n Managing Partner<\/span>\n PMZ Capital<\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div> \n
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Pedro Feitosa<\/h3>\n Influencer<\/span>\n <\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div> \n
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Marcus Vin\u00edcius de Almeida<\/h3>\n State Representative<\/span>\n Legislative Assembly of Rio Grande do Sul<\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div> \n
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Fabio Bampi - Nettuno<\/h3>\n Influencer<\/span>\n <\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div> \n
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Wesley Callegari Cardia<\/h3>\n Lawyer<\/span>\n Big Brazil Loterias<\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div> \n
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Guilherme Frioli<\/h3>\n Head Sports Betting<\/span>\n UOL<\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div> <\/div>\n