International Conference on Applied Artificial Intelligence (ICAAI-2026)

Artificial Intelligence today stands at the crossroads of human progress. No longer confined to research laboratories, AI has become an applied force transforming industries, redefining human interaction, and offering unprecedented solutions to complex global challenges. ICAAI-2026 positions itself at this intersection, with a theme that emphasizes not only technological breakthroughs but also the translation of those breakthroughs into meaningful, scalable applications.

In industry, applied AI is revolutionizing manufacturing, logistics, finance, healthcare, and beyond. From predictive maintenance in smart factories to precision medicine and advanced financial analytics, AI-driven innovation is reshaping productivity, efficiency, and decisionmaking. ICAAI-2026 will explore how these technologies can be deployed responsibly and effectively, ensuring that economic gains are coupled with ethical considerations, workforce empowerment, and transparent processes. At the societal level, AI is increasingly integrated into education, governance, communication, and mobility.

The conference will highlight how AI can contribute to inclusive growth, democratization of knowledge, and human development while mitigating risks such as algorithmic bias, data privacy breaches, and digital divides. Applied AI has immense potential to accelerate climate action through smarter energy grids, carbon tracking, sustainable agriculture, and disaster prediction systems.

ICAAI-2026 seeks to showcase AI innovations that contribute to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), ensuring that progress in AI is aligned with the global vision of a just and sustainable future. ICAAI-2026 aspires to serve as a collaborative platform that bridges academia, industry, government, and civil society. The theme embodies a commitment to shaping AI as a transformative tool for good, empowering industries, uplifting societies, and protecting the planet for generations to come.

The World AI Forum (WAIF) is an international research think dedicated to advancing the research, application, and responsible adoption of artificial intelligence. WAIF is joined by members from 10 countries and 5 continents. It connects academia, industry, governments, and civil society to ensure AI innovations contribute to inclusive growth, sustainable development, and societal well-being. Its activities include flagship global conferences, training programs, publications, and collaborative projects with leading institutions worldwide. Through such initiatives, WAIF emphasizes applied AI, bridging the gap between theoretical advances and realworld solutions. The International Conference on Applied Artificial Intelligence (ICAAI) is WAIF’s flagship event.

Previously WAIF has successfully concluded America-Asia Interaction 2025, International Panel Session on Responsible AI, International Panel Symposium on Innovation and Entrepreneurship 2024, Women in AI – International Symposium, International Start-Up Symposium and Applied AI Flagship Conference. Their events have been joined by distinguished speakers from Google, Meta, Amazon, Microsoft including CEOs, Founders and Venture Capital Firms etc.

Parul University (PU), located in Vadodara, Gujarat, is one of India’s leading private universities accredited with the highest NAAC A++ grade. Ranked among India’s Top 50 Innovation institutions (NIRF), PU is committed to research-driven education, interdisciplinary innovation, and global collaborations. PU’s Faculty of Engineering & Technology and its specialized centers in AI, Data Science, and Emerging Technologies make it an ideal host for ICAAI-2026. With a vibrant international student community and active partnerships across more than 60 countries, PU has emerged as a hub for knowledge exchange and cross-border collaboration.