The 27th edition of the Bengaluru Tech Summit (BTS) 2024, organized by Karnataka's Department of Electronics, IT, and Biotechnology, is set to take place from November 19 to 21 at Bengaluru Palace. With the central theme "Breaking Boundaries" elevated to "Unbound," this year's summit aims to showcase the transformative potential of innovation across global sectors.
BTS 2024 promises to be a hub for startups, drawing over 2,500 attendees from India and abroad. The event will feature a three-day Startup Track on the Founder's Stage, spotlighting cutting-edge topics like Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, Quantum Computing, Healthtech, Agritech, and Rural Innovation. A dedicated Startup Conclave on the third day will foster discussions on challenges, trends, and opportunities in the entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Digital storyteller Nuseir Yassin, founder of Nas Daily, will headline the summit with a keynote on storytelling and global engagement. Other notable speakers include Peyush Bansal (Lenskart), Ashish Hemrajani (BookMyShow), Pragya Mishra (OpenAI), Shashank Kumar (Razorpay), and Aravind Sanka (Rapido), among others. The Startup Pavilion will feature over 370 startups showcasing cutting-edge innovations in sectors like Healthtech, Edutech, and Manufacturing. Additionally, the Product Launch Arena will unveil over 45 products spanning aerospace, blockchain, medtech, and wildlife tech.
BTS 2024 introduces "Startup Springboard," a unique platform supporting growth through initiatives like Investor Connect, Mentorship Connect, and Innoverse, offering startups access to investors, mentors, and infrastructure for prototype development. The summit will conclude with the Ecosystem Enabler Awards, recognizing the contributions of incubators and accelerators in fostering India’s dynamic startup landscape. Structured networking sessions and one-on-one meetings will provide startups with ample opportunities to connect with investors, partners, and peers.
BTS 2024, co-hosted by Software Technology Parks of India (STPI), is supported by industry associations like Nasscom, ABLE, and IESA. With its high-impact sessions, influential speakers, and vibrant exhibition spaces, the summit promises to be a landmark event driving innovation and collaboration across industries.
