SCHEDULE & THEMES

The 2026 Upper Bound schedule and speaker lineup will be announced soon! In the meantime, you can review our Themes to see what type of content you can expect. You can also look at the 2025 schedule to see what last year's lineup looked like.

Themes

Upper Bound sessions are organized into various Themes. Read the descriptions below to learn more!

Agentic AI

Explore the rapidly evolving field of agentic AI, focusing on intelligent systems that can perceive, act, and learn autonomously to achieve goals. Dive into topics from multi-agent systems and foundational architectures to the practical applications and future implications of truly autonomous AI.

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AI for Health

How is AI revolutionizing healthcare? This theme explores the impact of AI on the medical field, showcasing its application across diagnostics, drug discovery, personalized medicine, and operational efficiency. We’ll also cover innovative solutions and the ethical considerations involved in deploying AI within healthcare.

This theme is sponsored by Siemens Healthineers >

AI for the Public Sector

Learn how AI can drive innovation and deliver greater public value. Hear about real-world case studies, ethical considerations for responsible AI deployment in government, and strategies for building an AI-ready public workforce. Join us to explore how AI can drive innovation and deliver greater public value.

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AI Literacy and Education

How do we prepare for a world powered by AI? This theme focuses on the transformative role of AI in literacy and education. Learn how AI can enhance learning environments, teaching methodologies from K-12 to post-secondary, and professional development.

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AI Talent and Workforce

How can we build and empower an AI-ready workforce? This theme covers the full spectrum of talent management, including best practices for recruiting and retaining AI talent, and how individuals can stand out as candidates for AI roles. Get key insights into career development, collaboration, and the evolving nature of roles in an AI-powered economy.

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Applied AI - Case Studies, Demos, and Industry Learnings

Get ready to be inspired! This theme explores the best real-world applications of AI, showing successful projects through detailed case studies. You'll walk away with practical insights from applied AI research, successful AI implementations, and key lessons directly from industry professionals.

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CEO Circle

Hear Cam Linke, Amii's CEO, and his curated insights on the most pivotal AI trends and opportunities shaping the future. From a forward-looking perspective on emerging technologies to the crucial decisions business leaders need to make today, Cam goes beyond current applications to share the next wave of AI’s transformative impact.

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Energy and Environment

How will AI address challenges related to climate change, resource management, and the transition to renewable energy? Dive into the intersection of AI with energy systems and environmental sustainability.

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Ethical AI, Governance & Responsible Innovation

Curious about how we can ensure responsible AI development? This theme explores ethical frameworks, governance models, and strategies for ensuring fairness, transparency, and accountability in AI systems.

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Generative AI for Business Productivity

Unlock the transformative power of generative AI across your organization. We showcase practical, real-world applications of generative AI in Marketing, HR, Finance, and Operations designed to enhance efficiency and innovation. Expect to hear technical talks with Amii experts and learn about strategies you can immediately put into action. 

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HPC, Data Centres, and Critical Infrastructure

Explore the vital intersection between high-performance computing (HPC), data centers, and critical infrastructure. This theme shows how advanced AI makes essential systems like power grids, communications, and transportation more secure and efficient. We'll discuss the challenges and innovations of scaling AI and ensuring our vital assets are always reliable.

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ML Ops & AI Deployment

Gain insights on deploying and managing machine learning models in production environments. We'll discuss challenges and best practices for the entire lifecycle, including monitoring, scaling, and ensuring model reliability. This is for anyone involved in taking AI models from development to real-world applications.

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Reinforcement Learning

Want a deep dive into the principles and applications of reinforcement learning (RL)? This theme is ideal for researchers and practitioners looking to dive into theoretical advancements, algorithmic breakthroughs, and practical implementations of RL across various domains.

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Startups

Discover the vibrant ecosystem of AI startups. We're putting the spotlight on founders who’ll be sharing entrepreneurial journeys and talking about the wins and challenges in launching and scaling a startup. You’ll also get a chance to make meaningful connections with fellow innovators and potential investors.

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Venture

Learn about the investment landscape within the AI sector. This theme brings together top-tier venture capitalists, angel investors, and visionary entrepreneurs to share insights on funding trends, investment strategies, and opportunities in AI innovation. This is your chance to connect, capitalize, and scale.

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Sponsored Content

This theme delivers valuable, practical insights directly from our leading partners and sponsors. Go beyond the pitch with presentations and discussions focused on innovative solutions, products, and services actively shaping the AI space.

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