Attending IBM’s Think 2024: A Glimpse Into The Future.

Big Stage.

Boston is most famous for its role in the American Revolution. This time, it hosted a technology revolution focused on AI and Hybrid cloud.

The event was unforgettable because of the large stage, brilliant lights, razzmatazz, and bright minds. The IBM (Think 2024) event in 2024 was comparable to the Grammys minus the awards. Some of the brightest minds in technology convened in Boston, Massachusetts, to witness IBM's WatsonX presentation on AI and Hybrid Cloud. ?

Stepping into the event centre introduced attendees to palpable energy that is difficult to miss. You feel the excitement of a kid visiting a sweet shop for the first time. The feeling turns to camaraderie as one joins the brightest minds in shaping the future. The immersive experience brings a sense of responsibility for change and innovation. It is not just for the attendees and their organizations but for the clients who depend on them for their businesses to run smoothly. The air was charged with anticipation as attendees networked and exchanged ideas.

The AI Stage:

Most businesses seek ways to improve efficiency, scalability, and return on investment to capitalize on their recent and ongoing accomplishments.

Players in different industries gathered for a look at the future from an AI-enabled perspective. Anyone who paid close attention could not help but catch the fever and excitement felt by the audience and those who understood the import of what IBM put on display.

The technology on show at Think 24 is part of Saudi Arabia's economic diversification, with the potential to completely change entire industries.

This event at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center was a dazzling showcase of cutting-edge technology and keynotes that inspired attendees.?

Our MD, Abdul-Azeez Musa, was at the event, and the experience garnered will make us and our clients future-proof and positioned for the next phase of technological development. BluDive's primary value of innovation aligns with Think 24.

Arvind Krishna (CEO of IBM) kicked the event off against a mesmerizing backdrop of blue and white lights around the word “Think”, the name of the annual conference hosted by IBM. He outlined IBM’s vision for the future and the transformative power of AI, hybrid cloud and quantum computing. His words triggered conversations about how the AI revolution can have the same effect on the global economy as the impact of the locomotive train, electricity and the internet.

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Innovation.

Arvind Krishna also introduced Abdullah bin Sharaf Al-Ghamdi, the SDAIA's presiding officer, to the public, bringing the organization's Arabic LLM (ALLaM) to light. Saudi Arabia's economic diversification has taken the lead in tourism, sports, and entertainment and generally opened up its mindset. Their society is becoming less conservative as the years pass. One of the highest leaps is in technology, underscoring their venture into LLM (Large Language Model). The future is bright, and they are paving the way for other societies to follow.?

Arvind Krishna highlighted eras marked by great inventions and how those inventions paved the way for human development. When we look at the impact of those inventions on humanity, we can begin to imagine where AI will take the world: from areas like healthcare, finance, agriculture and even further forays into space. The future is vast, and companies positioning themselves at the forefront are perhaps the smartest.

A panel of pioneers in quantum computing led one of the most talked-about sessions, where they explored the impending quantum leap and its potential to tackle issues previously deemed impossible. Their conversation was technical as much as it was visionary, painting a picture of a future where quantum computing could revolutionize everything from drug discovery to climate modelling.

The Numbers.

Let us look at the mind-boggling numbers: by 2030, the estimated revenue accrued to AI and hybrid cloud is $4.4 trn. I do not want to write in figures. Perhaps this amount?explains the need to key in.

The Experience:

Hands-on labs and workshops were some of the outstanding features of the Think 2024 conference. Attendees were immersed in IBM’s newest creations and offerings. From Watson X to Red Hat’s Instruct Lab. The workshops also offered the opportunity to explore quantum computing through QISkit. The intricacies of secure cloud environments and their practical insights were on display and invaluable. Think2024 was not just about technology-it was also about people and connections. About experiences and networking opportunities. From informal meetups at the expo floor central café with people like Sylvia Scheerova, the VP of IBM Power Sales EMEA, Bratislava, and Boakye Acheampong West Africa Partner Ecosystem Manager, to structured roundtable discussions and executive luncheons.

One experience stood out for us: the “Hack The Future” challenge. Teams competed to solve real-world problems using IBM technologies. The room was a hive of activity, with coders and creatives collaborating under pressure, their screens flickering with lines of code and complex data models.

Conclusion: Endless Possibilities.

A sense of endless possibilities hung in the air as the event closed.

Think2024 was not just another tech conference; it was a transformative experience that left attendees with a revitalized sense of purpose and a distinct idea of using IBM's technologies to effect significant change in many industries.

The future comes with opportunities. It is our business at BluDive Technologies to help your business stay ahead of the curve with cutting-edge technology. Contact us today to learn more and take the first step towards a smarter and more efficient future.