KES2026 : Keynote Speaker

Prof. Milan Simic

RMIT University, Australia

Artificial Intelligence: From Hype to Real Impact

Abstract:

Starting with the question, what is intelligence, keynote will address introduction of artificial intelligence (AI), it's possible highest achievements, and relationship, competition or collaboration with human intelligence. Regulatory frameworks are evolving worldwide, various technology acceptance modes (TAM) exist, aiming to balance innovation with accountability and risk mitigation. AI is currently driving a new industry revolution. From the research domain it is moving to deployment across all industries and everyday life. Governments, businesses, medical, educational and all other institutions must urgently establish rules and regulations, as well as new business models. The rapid advancements of large language models, generative AI systems, and multimodal tools have expanded new technologies' capabilities. Computers can generate text, images, audio, video, programming code and complex analytical outputs. Interestingly, AI is now entering into the research methodology, as well as, in healthcare diagnostics, financial modelling, engineering systems' optimisation, logistics, education, arts and creative industries. While its practical impact is already significant, the wide AI introduction continues to struggle with technical and energy limitations, ethical and moral responsibilities, and social implications. The main question is no longer whether AI will shape the future, but how it will be governed, integrated, and aligned with human values.

Biography:

Dr Milan Simic holds PhD, Masters, Bachelor of Electronics Engineering degrees, and Graduate Diploma in Education. While currently being with RMIT University, School of Engineering, Australia, he is also:

Professor: MB University, Faculty of Business and Law, Belgrade, Serbia,
Adjunct Professor: Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT), School of Computer Engineering, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India.

Dr Simic has extensive international experience spanning industry and academia, including roles with Honeywell Information Systems, CISCO Networking Academy, research institutes, and universities. His research focuses on applying AI and advanced analytical methods to complex engineering and infrastructure challenges, with an emphasis on real-world impact and industry collaboration. Dr Simic contributes to international conferences, scholarly publishing, and collaborative research initiatives. His work promotes responsible AI adoption, interdisciplinary engagement, and innovation that aligns technological advancement with societal needs. Further details about Dr Milan Simic's multidisciplinary research and publications are available at:

ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3403-4765
Scopus: https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=35215976200
Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com.au/citations?user=aEVx6cMAAAAJ&hl=en

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