AI Meetup: From Initial Use Case to a Working AI Solution
Date: 20. 01. 2026 at 16:30
Can you imagine starting the year with a clear understanding of how to actually use artificial intelligence in practice—while also leveraging a supercomputer? That’s exactly the opportunity offered by the AI Meetup, taking place on January 20th from 4:30 PM onward.
At the event, we will explore concrete use cases of artificial intelligence, real-world implementations in companies and industry, and what it truly takes for AI to move from an idea or pilot project into production.
Solutions that are already operating in real environments will be presented, along with the challenges teams faced during implementation.
Key Topics
- Supercomputer & SLAIF – Designing the user experience of the Slovenian AI Factory (SLAIF) for developers of AI solutions and models
- AI in Practice – Learn how AI is used in real processes and why it is no longer an experiment, but a practical tool
- Real Experiences – Hear what worked in implementations, where obstacles appeared, and what teams would do differently today
- Trends for 2026 – Understand which AI trends have real impact and which are just buzzwords
- Networking – A relaxed opportunity to connect with participants interested in practical AI applications
Program Highlights
- An overview of key AI trends for 2026, focusing on how these trends are already shaping business, development, and organizational decisions
- A presentation on how supercomputing can help companies develop advanced AI solutions
- Industry AI implementation case studies, showing the concrete transition from challenge to a working real-world solution
- Guidance on participating in a pilot program supporting the transition from Industry 4.0 to Industry 5.0
Program Schedule
| Time | Session | Speaker / Organization |
|---|---|---|
| 16:20 – 16:30 | Arrival and registration | — |
| 16:30 – 16:45 | Opening remarks | Aleš Pevec, Tehnološki park Ljubljana |
| 16:45 – 17:00 | Technology trends for 2026 | Matej Kirn, Tehnološki park Ljubljana |
| 17:00 – 18:00 | SLAIF: How a supercomputer can support companies in developing advanced AI solutions | Domen Mongus, FERI |
| 18:00 – 18:12 | AI implementation in industry – industrial use case | Martin Kučer, Multiversum |
| 18:12 – 18:25 | AI implementation in industry – industrial use case | Borut Terpinc, Kalmia |
| 18:30 – 18:45 | AI implementation in industry – industrial use case | Andrej Miščič, Valira AI |
| 18:45 – 19:00 | Supporting companies in the transition to Industry 5.0 | Jože Guna, NTF – University of Ljubljana, Recentre project |
| 19:00 – 19:45 | Networking session | All participants |
After the formal program, participants are invited to stay for networking, discussion, and exchange of experiences in a relaxed setting.
Registration
When and where? January 20, 2026 at 4:30 PM
Location: Chili Films, Letališka cesta 29, Ljubljana
See you there.
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