Bangalore Technology Conclave 2025
System & Software Co-Design for Sustainable AI
September 12, 2025 – Online only
September 13, 2025 – Radisson Blu Hotel, Bengaluru Outer Ring Road, Bengaluru
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The IEEE Bangalore Technology Conclave (BTC) is the premier industry-focused event of the IEEE Bangalore Section. With participation from top technologists, researchers, entrepreneurs, and academia, BTC provides a powerful platform to discuss transformative technologies shaping our world.
Since 2020, BTC has spotlighted themes ranging from AI and Metaverse to Clean Tech and GenAI. In 2025, we focus on a foundational topic for tomorrow’s digital world — sustainable AI through co-design of systems and software.
About IEEE BTC 2025
The IEEE Bangalore Technology Conclave (BTC) is the premier industry-focused event of the IEEE Bangalore Section. With participation from top technologists, researchers, entrepreneurs, and academia, BTC provides a powerful platform to discuss transformative technologies shaping our world.
Since 2020, BTC has spotlighted themes ranging from AI and Metaverse to Clean Tech and GenAI. In 2025, we focus on a foundational topic for tomorrow’s digital world — sustainable AI through co-design of systems and software.
Why System & Software Co-Design?
Traditional design approaches often treat hardware and software development as separate entities. However, in the realm of AI, this separation can lead to inefficiencies and limitations. Co-design promotes a unified development process where hardware and software are developed in tandem, leading to:
Optimized Performance
Tailoring software algorithms to specific hardware capabilities can significantly enhance processing speeds and energy efficiency.
Resource Efficiency
Integrated designs can reduce redundancy, leading to cost savings and reduced environmental impact.
Scalability
Co-designed systems are often more adaptable, allowing for easier updates and scalability as AI technologies evolve.
Establishing Robust AI Governance Structures
With the proliferation of AI systems, ensuring their responsible and ethical deployment is paramount. Robust governance structures and accountability mechanisms are essential to:
Ensure Transparency
Clear documentation and open communication channels help stakeholders understand AI decision-making processes.
Maintain Accountability
Defined roles and responsibilities ensure that issues can be promptly addressed and rectified.
Promote Ethical Standards
Governance frameworks guide the ethical development and deployment of AI, safeguarding against biases and unintended consequences.
Towards Sustainable AI
Sustainability in AI encompasses not just environmental considerations but also the long-term viability and ethical implications of AI systems. By focusing on system and software co-design and establishing strong governance frameworks, BTC 2025 aims to:
Reduce Environmental Impact
Efficient designs can lower energy consumption and hardware waste.
Enhance Social Trust
Transparent and accountable AI systems foster public trust and acceptance.
Ensure Longevity
Sustainable practices ensure that AI systems remain relevant and effective over time.
Venue
Radisson Blu Hotel, Bengaluru Outer Ring Road
90/4, Outer Ring Rd, Marathahalli Village, Marathahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560037