AIOTGS2025: AIoT Global Summit 2025 Virtual Auckland, New Zealand, July 15-16, 2025 |
Conference website | https://techtalk.org.nz/summit/aiotgs2025 |
Submission link | https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=aiotgs2025 |
Submission deadline | June 15, 2025 |
Welcome to the AIoT Global Summit 2025: Economic Growth
We are pleased to invite academics, students, and researchers to the AIoT Global Summit 2025, an international academic and industry forum where Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT) converge to drive innovation and industrial transformation. This summit highlights how AIoT technologies are shaping the future of economic growth through cutting-edge research, practical deployment, and cross-sector collaboration.
The summit fosters engagement between researchers, technology leaders, and public and private sector stakeholders, creating a space where innovative ideas and applied solutions intersect. All accepted papers will be indexed and published via Unitec ePress, offering international visibility and academic recognition.
AIOTGS2025 explores a wide range of critical themes including scalable system architectures, emerging theories for AI/IoT-driven economic models, regulatory and ethical considerations, inclusive workforce transformation, innovation governance, and capital frameworks. It also addresses the development of smart urban and industrial systems, global sustainability initiatives, and real-world applications that demonstrate the tangible impact of AIoT technologies.
This summit goes beyond theory—emphasizing tech commercialization, public-private collaboration, and cross-sector impact. From smart manufacturing and AI-driven healthcare to intelligent infrastructure, AIOTGS2025 fosters a dynamic virtual environment where entrepreneurs, experts, and academics connect to turn technology into tangible economic value.
Regsitration
Mark your calendars for these key dates. Timely participation is crucial to make the most of the summit opportunities:
Please note that deadlines are firm. Accepted short papers presenters should register by the early registration date to confirm attendance. Any updates to the schedule will be announced on the website and via email.
Submission Deadline | Sunday, 15 June 2025 |
Notification of Acceptance | Sunday, 29 June 2025 |
Registration Deadline | Friday, 6 July 2025 |
Poster Upload Deadline | Friday, 6 July 2025 |
Summit Dates | 15–16 July 2025 |
Paper and Poster Presentations | 16 July 2025 |
Submission Guidelines
All papers must be original and not simultaneously submitted to another journal or conference. The following paper format are welcome:
1. Short Paper Submission (Approx. 1000–1200 words): Authors are invited to submit a short paper clearly outlining the value and outcomes of their project. Submissions should follow the structure below:
- Title
- Background/ Aims: Provide context and relevant literature or background information. State the specific objectives or research questions.
- Methods/ Research Design: Describe the methodology, tools, or approaches used. Outline the structure and planning of your research.
- Findings/ Analysis/Discussion: Summaries of key results or outcomes. Interpret the findings and explain their relevance. Discuss implications, limitations, and significance of the study.
- Conclusion/Impact: Summaries main insights and restate the significance of the study.
Language and PlagiarismSubmissions must be original work and written in clear, professional English. Plagiarism of any kind will not be tolerated. We may request a Turnitin report to ensure academic integrity.
2. Presenter Information: Please include the following details with your submission:Full name(s) of all presenter(s)Affiliation (e.g., university, startup, or company)Short bio (2–3 sentences) for each contributorAny cross-sector collaboration (e.g., academic–industry partnerships or entrepreneurial initiatives)
3. Submission Portal: Submit your manuscript paper through our online submission system by the deadline
Please ensure that your submission is complete and follows the required structure and formatting template. Incomplete or improperly formatted papers may not be reviewed.
4. Review and Acceptance: All submissions will undergo a peer-review process, assessed for relevance, innovation, and practical impact. Preference will be given to applied projects aligned with the summit’s themes of economic growth and digital transformation.
Accepted manuscripts will be published in the official summit proceedings by Unitec ePress (https://www.unitec.ac.nz/epress/).
5. Final Poster Preparation: Authors of accepted submissions will be asked to prepare a digital A0-sized poster, which will be displayed in the Metaverse exhibition space during the virtual summit. Authors are expected to attend and present their work in a live session on 16 July. Sessions may be recorded and shared as part of the event materials. Formatting instructions and poster guidelines will be provided upon acceptance.
Formatting Requirements: To maintain clarity and consistency, all short papers must be prepared using the following template:
https://framerusercontent.com/assets/tGVlADNyDoLoNHfu3Fu4Z6FbLE.docx
List of Topics
Topics of interest include (but are not limited to):
- Tools, Architectures, and Scalable AI / IoT Systems
- Novel Theories and Methodologies for AI / IoT-driven Economic Growth
- Regulation, Ethics, and the Future of AI / IoT
- Workforce, Inclusion, and AI / IoT Culture
- Ecosystem Building and Innovation Governance for AI / IoT
- Capital, Growth, and Innovation Models in AI / IoT Systems
- Smart Systems for Urban and Industrial Development using AI / IoT Technologies
- AI / IoT for Good and Global Sustainability
- AI / IoT Use-Cases and Applications
Committees
AIOTGS2025 is organized by a diverse committee of experts and leaders spanning academia, industry, and government, reflecting our commitment to public-private collaboration and an innovation-driven ethos. Our organizing team is dedicated to creating a dynamic program that emphasizes entrepreneurship and real-world impact:
Program Committee
- Co-Chair - Dr Soheil Varastehpour - Unitec Institute of Technology - New Zealand
- Co-Chair - Dr Masoud Shakiba - Unitec Institute of Technology - New Zealand
Technical committee
- Professor Bruce MacDonald - The University of Auckland - New Zealand
- Dr Shen Hin Lim - The University of Waikato - New Zealand
- Dr Iman Ardekani - Unitec Institute of Technology - New Zealand
- Dr Bashar Barmada - Unitec Institute of Technology - New Zealand
- Dr Guillermo Ramirez-Prado - Unitec Institute of Technology - New Zealand
- Professor Ari Aharari - SOJO University - Japan
- Dr David Tien - Charles Sturt University - Australia
- Dr Ghazalnaz Sharifonnasabi - James Cook University - Singapore
- A/Professor Waleed Abdulla - The University of Auckland - New Zealand (TBC)
- Dr Brahim Benabderrahmane - MISC Lab, University of Abdelhamid Mehri - Algeria
- Dr Zainab Alansari - University of Technology and Applied Sciences - Oman
- Professor Elankovan (Elan) A. Sundararajan - The National University of Malaysia - Malaysia
- Dr Farzana Parveen Tajudeen - Universiti Malaya - Malaysia
- Professor Darshana Sedera - Southern cross university - Australia
- Dr Maryam Hemmati - The University of Auckland - New Zealand
- Dr Teresa Cuerdo Vilches - Consejo Superior de Investigaciones Científicas - Spain
- Dr Kasuni Weerasinghe - Auckland University of Technology - New Zealand
- A/Professor Sreejith Balasubramanian - Middlesex University - UAE
- A/ Professor Nazım Taşkın - Boğaziçi University - Türkiye
- Dr Maryam Mirzaei - Auckland University of Technology - New Zealand
- Professor Antonio Ramirez Treviño - Centro de Investigación y de Estudios Avanzados - Mexico
- Professor Erol Kurt - Gazi University - Türkiye
- Dr Hajer Khachnaoui - University of Tunis El Manar - Tunisia
- Dr João Pedro Gouveia - NOVA School of Science and Technology - Portugal
- Professor Arthur Ahimbisibwe - University of Kigali - Rwanda
- A/ Prof Benjamin Dehe - Auckland University of Technology - New Zealand
- Dr Ehsan Golkar - Thomas Jefferson University - United States
- Dr Nilufar (Nell) Baghaei - The University of Queensland - Australia
- Dr Badreddine Miles - MISC Lab, University of Mentouri Brothers - Algeria
- Dr Farhad Mehdipour - Otago Polytechnic - New Zealand
- Dr Mehran Behjati - Sunway University - Malaysia
- Dr Shafiq Alam - Massey University - New Zealand
- Dr Bouchra Guelib - University of Abdelhamid Mehri - Algeria
- Dr Soheil Varastehpour - Unitec Institute of Technology - New Zealand
- Dr Masoud Shakiba - Unitec Institute of Technology - New Zealand
- Dr Amir Mohammadi - TechTALK - New Zealand
Invited Speakers
To Name A Few Of Our Speakers:
- Prof. Fabrizio Gilardi– Professor, University of Zurich (Switzerland)
- Prof. Ari Aharari – Professor, Sojo University (Japan)
- Prof. Bruce MacDonald – Professor and Director, CARES robotics (New Zealand)
- Prof. Bahman Javadi – Professor, Western Sydney University (Australia)
- Prof. Sreejith Balasubramanian – Associate Professor and Chair, Middlesex University (Dubai)
- Dr. Phu Lai – Research Fellow, Cisco-La Trobe University (Australia)
- Mark Brown – Keynote Speaker, Head of Data and AI, AWS (Australia)
- Shireen Chetty & Hanieh Khalesi – Director, Microsoft (New Zealand)
- Alaa Dalghan – Managing Director, Cognit DX (UAE)
- Carmen Vicelich – Founder & Global CEO, Valocity (Global Offices)
- Nicholas Fourie – VP & CIO, Fisher & Paykel Healthcare (Global Offices)
- Jamil Geor – CTO, Easy Crypto (New Zealand and Australia)
- Frank Zeichner – CEO, IoT Alliance Australia (Australia)
- Delia Rusu – Data Science Lead, The Warehouse Group (New Zealand)
- Karim Dickie – President, United Nations Association (New Zealand)
- Tyler Merritt – CTO, UneeQ (New Zealand)
- Mahesh Muralidhar – CEO, PhaseOne (New Zealand)
Publication
AIOTGS2025 proceedings will be published by Unitec ePress of Unitec Institute of Technology https://www.unitec.ac.nz/epress/
Regsitration
Join us at AIOTGS2025 by registering early! We offer a streamlined registration process and flexible rates to encourage broad participation across industry and academia:
Online Registration: All attendees (presenters, participants, and exhibitors) should register via our online form (link on the registration portal page). The form will collect your details and ticket type selection.
Registration Fees: We are committed to inclusivity. Standard registration covers access to all sessions, workshops, and networking events. Discounted rates are available for startups, SMEs, students, and academics to lower the barrier for small enterprises and young innovators. (Exact fee details will be provided on the portal.)
Pricing:
Author (Day 2 Only) – US$49 Access to Day 2 sessions, including author presentations and networking.
Full Package – US$99 Full access to all conference days, sessions, and events.
Payment Options: Secure online payment is available. For group registrations or alternative payment arrangements (e.g. invoice for companies or institutions), please contact the registration chair via email.
Confirmation: Once registered, you will receive a confirmation email. Closer to the event, we will email all registrants with the detailed program, venue map, and an attendee guide.
Why attend? By registering for AIOTGS2025, you gain access to a vibrant ecosystem of AIoT innovation. Attendees will network with visionary speakers, see demos of the latest AIoT solutions, and engage in cross-disciplinary workshops on technology commercialization and digital transformation. Whether you’re looking to find partners, investors, new talent, or simply inspiration, this summit offers immense value.
Don’t miss the chance to be part of the community that’s driving the future of our digital economy.
Contact
We’re here to help and answer any questions about AIoT Global Summit 2025. Whether you need information about registration, submission or sponsorship opportunities, please don’t hesitate to reach out:
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Poster Submissions Desk: academy@techtalk.org.nz
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Sponsorship & Partnerships: sponsors@techtalk.org.nz
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Sponsors
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