On the 15th of May, the spotlight is set on Artificial Intelligence and financial commitments.
Sverdlovsk's "Finmarket" Forum on May 15: A Deep Dive into AI, Investments, and Global Economics
Gear up for the highly anticipated Spring economic event, Finmarket, on May 15. This robust forum will offer two informative sessions, diving deep into the realms of Artificial Intelligence and Investments: Current Directions and Objects for Investment, Risks.
AI Spectacle:Expect a thrilling discussion on AI, focusing on information security threats, effective AI usage, and the creation of digital twins for businesses. Global trends and the future of this technology will be under scrutiny.
Investment Insights:Experts will enlighten you on bonds and IPOs, investing in apartments, and other relevant investment topics while addressing potential risks and opportunities.
The forum's keynote speakers, including esteemed Russian and international economists, are set to share their insights. Among them are Michael Khazin, a renowned Russian public figure and economist, and Sergei Markov, director of the Institute of Political Studies. A comprehensive list of speakers is available here.
Some fascinating discussion points include the integration of AI, the weakening dollar influence, creation of digital business agents, digital twins, cooperation among enterprises, energy price hikes, labor shortages, training technologies, tariffs and sanctions, and production localization.
Unparalleled Growth in the Sverdlovsk Region:Over the past few years, the investment volume in fixed capital in the Sverdlovsk region has experienced exponential growth. In 2022, the figure was a staggering 541 billion rubles, which escalated to a record 900 billion rubles in 2023. This growth is expected to continue by 16-17% annually.
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Logistics Sector Shines:For the first time in recent years, the largest share of investments went to the logistics sector, with the "Dry Port" project playing a significant role. This sector has been one of the leading economic drivers in the Sverdlovsk region.
Note: Due to unforeseen circumstances, there will be no online broadcast of the forum this year. Live participation is encouraged. Registration is available here.
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The forum is a collaborative effort by the Sverdlovsk Regional Fund for Entrepreneurship Support, Sverdlovsk Regional Government, and Ekaterinburg Administration. It aligns with the objectives of the national project "Effective and Competitive Economy". Kontur serves as the tech partner for the event.
Piqued your interest? Read Alexei Shashkin's column, How small businesses conquer marketplaces and make Russia a global eCom leader, based on his speech at Finmarket in 2024. Stay tuned for more updates from Zen.Dzen.News.email-newsletter.Telegram.VK!
- I'm not sure if the forum will discuss the potential impact of artificial intelligence and investing in the growth of small businesses, as seen in Alexei Shashkin's column on how small businesses are making Russia a global eCom leader.
- Given the focus on the logistics sector as the largest share of investments in the Sverdlovsk region, it would be interesting to know if there are any technology advancements, such as AI or artificial-intelligence-driven solutions, being considered for its optimization and growth.
- The forum's discussions on potential risks and opportunities in realms like digital twins, energy price hikes, labor shortages, and production localization could shed light on how technology, such as artificial intelligence, might play a role in addressing these challenges and driving business growth and investments in the region.
