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28 April 2025

AI020 Conference Brings Together 400+ AI Experts in Amsterdam

On April 17, AI020 brought together over 400 AI researchers, professionals, and students in Amsterdam for a full day of keynotes, workshops, and startup showcases highlighting the latest in applied and responsible AI.

Earlier this month, we hosted AI020, a one-day AI conference that brought together over 400 researchers, professionals, and innovators from across academia and industry. With an emphasis on real-world applications and cross-sector collaboration, the event fostered exchange between students, scholars, startups, and corporates.

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πŸŽ₯ Watch the aftermovie by Christiaan Kanis (FullFocus) here!

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🎀 Keynote highlights included talks by:

  • Onno Zoeter (Booking.com)

  • Aplonia Stelloo (Snowflake)

  • Felienne Hermans (VU)

  • Bart Veldhuis (Rapid Circle / VU)

  • John Ashley Burgoyne (UvA)

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πŸ§ͺ The day featured 12 hands-on workshops led by organizations including Databricks, Amsterdam UMC, and HvA, alongside 20+ participating institutions like Prosus, the City of Amsterdam, and Autoriteit Persoonsgegevens.

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πŸš€ Startup and AI pitches showcased bold ideas from the next generation of innovators, culminating in an AiSalon evening meetup spotlighting demos, networking, and collaboration opportunities.

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Thank you to everyone who helped make AI020 a success. Let’s keep shaping the future of responsible and impactful AI together.