At Grep-a-Palooza 2025, Robin Cowie, the visionary behind Skillmaker.AI, shared groundbreaking insights on how artificial intelligence (AI) and human creativity are reshaping workforce training in the industrial sector. With a focus on enhancing technician training through innovative tools like smart glasses, Cowie emphasized that while AI can automate a significant portion of tasks, the human element remains crucial for validation and innovation. Cowie’s collaboration with NAPA Auto Parts aims to streamline training for over a million technicians worldwide, showcasing the transformative potential of AI in real-world applications.

The recent 3rd Startup Summit hosted by Samsung R&D Institute Noida (SRI-Noida) has set the stage for a transformative wave in India’s tech landscape. With a focus on ethical AI, digital trust, and next-generation innovation, this summit brought together AI-first startups and global tech leaders to explore groundbreaking advancements in fields like healthcare, language models, and extended reality (XR). The event underscored Samsung’s commitment to fostering a robust innovation ecosystem in India, emphasizing the importance of collaboration across industries.

The Cheonan K-Culture Expo 2025 is not just a celebration of Korean culture; it’s a remarkable fusion of tradition and cutting-edge technology. With its theme “Global K-Culture in Full Bloom,” this five-day event showcases how the integration of AI, AR, and extended reality (XR) can enhance cultural experiences, drawing tens of thousands of visitors to the Independence Hall of Korea. This year, the expo has expanded from five to seven exhibition halls, each designed to immerse visitors in various aspects of Korean culture.