India Mobile Congress 2024

October 26, 2024

The India Mobile Congress 2024 (IMC 2024) brought into light Artificial Intelligence (AI) as a central theme. Hosted in New Delhi, the event featured over 900 technology use cases, with 750 focused on AI. Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the forum, engaging with startups and showcasing India’s technological advancements.

AI Use Cases

The focus was on practical applications of AI. Key areas include:

Conservation: AI solutions aimed at preserving resources.
Convenience: Enhancing user experience in daily tasks.
Efficiency: Streamlining operations across sectors.
Safety: Implementing AI to improve security measures.
Automation: Reducing human involvement in hazardous tasks.
Healthcare: Addressing doctor shortages in remote regions.

Notable Innovations

Several companies presented groundbreaking AI technologies:

Bharti Airtel: Launched India’s first AI-powered spam detection tool, offering real-time alerts to combat spam calls and messages.
Ericsson: Introduced Rocky, a 5G-powered robotic dog to assist in emergencies.
Nokia: Showcased technologies in 5G, 6G, and AI aimed at sustainability.
Reliance Jio: Offered a preview of PhoneCall AI, designed to transcribe and summarise phone calls.
Vodafone Idea: Demonstrated real-time diagnostic report transmission, enabling remote video consultations for doctors.

Startups and Innovations

Startups presented various AI-driven solutions:

Humanoid Co-workers: AI-powered bots addressing mental health issues.
De-addiction Programs: AI solutions to support recovery.
Human Resources: AI tools for hiring, payroll automation, and employee performance tracking.

Education Sector Participation

The education sector played an important role at IMC 2024. Institutions like IITs showcased innovations and engaged with industry leaders. Ramakrishna P, CEO of IMC, noted the importance of mentorship opportunities for students.

Research and Development

Institutions demonstrated advanced research:

BharatGen: Highlighted advancements in telecom and technology.
C3iHub (IIT Kanpur): Focused on cybersecurity for critical infrastructure.
Indian Council of Agriculture Research (ICAR): Presented AI solutions for smart agriculture, including automated fish-feeding systems.
Mahindra University: Showcased AI tools for shrimp farming.

IMC 2024 attracted over 400 exhibitors and 900 startups from 120 countries. It has established itself as Asia’s largest digital technology forum, encouraging innovation across the technology and telecom sectors.

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