Fulfilling the Promise of the Digital Age
WITSA’s catalytic platform, the World Congress on Innovation and Technology (WCIT) 2024 opens with over 3,500 speakers and delegates from over 50 countries at the Karen Demirchyan Sports Complex, Yerevan, Armenia. This year’s theme, “The Power of Mind: AI Beyond Limits, Within Ethics” is a seminal platform for innovators, policymakers, and entrepreneurs to address the intersection of technological advancement and ethical responsibility.
Armenia’s burgeoning tech ecosystem, fueled by forward-thinking government policies and a flourishing startup culture, promises to deliver groundbreaking ideas and partnerships.
Armenia’s Minister of High Technology, His Excellency Mkhitar Hayrapetyan, welcomed participants to what promises to be a pivotal event for global technology leadership. This year’s theme, “The Power of Mind: AI Beyond Limits, Within Ethics” is a seminal platform for innovators, policymakers, and entrepreneurs to address the intersection of technological advancement and ethical responsibility.
WITSA Chairman Dato’ Dr. Sean Seah remarked on the significance of Armenia as a host, saying, "Armenia’s rise as a dynamic tech hub makes it the ideal location for this year’s congress. WCIT 2024 offers an unparalleled opportunity for global tech leaders to explore the advancements in AI and other frontier technologies that are shaping the future of our world. By bringing together the brightest minds, we are fostering collaboration that will drive meaningful innovation for years to come."
WITSA CEO Dato’ Dan E Khoo stressed the importance of a balanced regulatory environment for AI development, stating, "Innovation thrives in ecosystems where flexible, supportive policies exist. At WCIT 2024, we are tackling one of the most critical issues of our time: ensuring that AI development is both innovative and ethically responsible. For AI to reach its full potential, it is essential that regulations empower creativity rather than stifle it. This congress provides a global stage to examine how we can foster responsible innovation that benefits society as a whole."
This is Armenia’s second time hosting the World Congress. WCIT 2024-DigiTec, organized in partnership with the Union of Advanced Technology Enterprises of Armenia (UATE) and the Government of the Republic of Armenia. This catalytic platform has continued to inspire collaboration, drive inclusivity and develop technological advancements that will shape a positive, sustainable future.
WCIT 2024 welcomed a total of over 25,000 attendees, with a grand AI in music Opening Concert, DigiTec, the WITSA World Cup Global Finals and a high-energy 3-day congress.
