The conference drew a large academic and research audience, including leading researchers and specialists in technology and digital transformation.

The third day of the event featured the opening of the conference, which served as an advanced academic and research platform for discussing the latest scientific and technological developments in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and digital interconnected systems.

The conference included two opening addresses. University President Professor Abbas Mohsen Al-Bakri emphasized the importance of scientific research and its role in supporting innovation, digital transformation, and building a technologically advanced future in Iraq. Mr. Ahmed Al-Yassiri, Secretary-General of the International Chamber of Commerce in Iraq, highlighted the importance of integration between the academic and business sectors to support innovation and strengthen the digital economy in Iraq.

The conference featured discussions on a number of specialized scientific research papers across multiple themes, including cloud computing, artificial intelligence, healthcare, cybersecurity and networks, communication systems, data science, smart applications, and optimization techniques. It also included in-person and virtual sessions and research presentations addressing the latest scientific applications related to digital resilience and interconnected systems.

This conference underscores the importance of academic and research collaboration in supporting digital transformation and strengthening the technological environment in Iraq, representing a proactive step towards establishing a culture of innovation and developing scientific research in modern technological fields.