Expert Lecture on “Catalyzing Startups: Exploring AI & Startup Ecosystem through AIIDE CoE and SIIC-FIRST, IIT Kanpur”

Expert Lecture on “Catalyzing Startups: Exploring AI & Startup Ecosystem through AIIDE CoE and SIIC-FIRST, IIT Kanpur”

Date: October 9, 2025

Time: 03:00 PM – 04:00 PM

Organized By: Maharishi Incubation & Innovation Foundation (MIIF)

Venue: Maharishi School of Engineering & Technology, MUIT Noida Campus

Maharishi Incubation & Innovation Foundation (MIIF) organized an Expert Lecture on the topic “Catalyzing Startups: Exploring AI & Startup Ecosystem through AIIDE CoE and SIIC-FIRST, IIT Kanpur” for the final and third-year students of the Maharishi School of Engineering & Technology, MUIT Noida campus.

The session was conducted by Mr. Vasav Krishna, Head – AI/ML Domain, SIIC-FIRST, IIT Kanpur. He shared valuable insights on AIIDE CoE (Artificial Intelligence and Innovation Driven Entrepreneurship Center of Excellence), which aims to foster innovation and entrepreneurship by supporting startups in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Information and Communication Technology (ICT), Internet of Things (IoT), Cybersecurity, and other emerging domains.

Mr. Krishna elaborated on the initiatives taken by SIIC-FIRST, IIT Kanpur to build a robust startup ecosystem and the various opportunities available for aspiring innovators and entrepreneurs in Uttar Pradesh. The lecture helped students understand how AI-driven innovation can transform ideas into impactful startups and encouraged them to explore incubation and funding opportunities through such CoEs.

The session concluded with an interactive Q&A, where students discussed potential startup ideas and sought guidance on leveraging AI technologies for entrepreneurial growth.