Artificial intelligence is transforming business models, processes, and entire industries, and many companies in our network are already driving this transformation. But how can companies showcase this innovative strength to the outside world and strengthen their positioning as innovative employers? Especially since AI expertise is increasingly becoming a key differentiator in the competitive landscape.
We’d like to highlight an opportunity that addresses this very issue: the “AI Innovator” award from diind (German Innovation Institute). It is aimed at companies that successfully and innovatively integrate artificial intelligence into their strategies, processes, and products, thereby setting new standards in their respective industries.
procedure
The application process begins with a five-minute self-assessment. The information provided will be evaluated by a team of experts. As a token of appreciation for participating, all companies that submit the self-assessment form will receive a free one-day ticket to the BIG BANG AI FESTIVAL on September 16 and 17, 2026, in Berlin, where we are a partner of ARIC.
About 11,000 visitors are expected. Speakers on stage will include:
- Dr. Karsten Wildberger – Federal Minister for Digital Affairs and State Modernization
- Frank Thelen – Tech Investor & Innovation Expert
- Bastienne Korts – GTM “Go to Market” OpenAI
- Marina Tcharnetsky (ARIC) and Benedikt Mehmel (hqic) will lead a master class on AI and quantum computing
→ Start the self-assessment now ←
→ More about the award: www.ki-innovator.com ←
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