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Cevat Yerli’s Keynote: AI, Game Development & India’s Global Potential
Cevat Yerli, Chairman & CEO of The TMRW Foundation, delivered a keynote exploring the evolution of game development and the growing role of artificial intelligence in next-generation gaming. His insights covered:
- How AI transforms the gaming experiences, making them more immersive, adaptive, and interactive.
- The evolution of game development, from the 1990s to today’s cutting-edge advancements.
- India’s potential as a major force in gaming, with a rising talent pool, increasing investment, and expanding market opportunities.
- Insights from Industry Leaders & Investors
Alongside Cevat Yerli’s keynote, Lumikai Insignia 2024 featured discussions with renowned figures in entertainment, technology, and investment, including:
- SS Rajamouli – Acclaimed director of RRR and Baahubali, who shared insights on storytelling, creative vision, and using new technology to elevate India’s global ambitions.
- Raja Koduri – Former Chief Architect & EVP of Accelerated Computing and Graphics at Intel, discussing high-performance computing, AI, and gaming innovation.
- Abdullah Alorainy – Investment Manager at Public Investment Fund (PIF), Saudi Arabia, spoke about Savvy Games Group’s vision for the global gaming and interactive media landscape, why India is a key market of interest, and the potential synergies between talent, consumption, and capital.
The event also highlighted the rise of specialist venture capital funds in gaming. Industry experts Vinay Singh, Kunal Khattar, and Vikram Chachra discussed how focused investment strategies are driving innovation and growth in India’s gaming ecosystem.
A Hub for Innovation, Collaboration & the Future of Gaming
Lumikai Insignia 2024 went beyond enlightening keynotes and panels to create an engaging experience that highlighted India’s vibrant gaming entrepreneurial spirit. Attendees had the opportunity to connect with some of the country’s most promising gaming founders, where they exchanged innovative ideas and explored exciting investment and partnership possibilities. As India rises as a significant player in the global gaming scene, this event played a pivotal role in propelling the industry forward. It served as a dynamic platform for shaping the future of interactive media and gaming, uniting brilliant talent, visionary investors, and creators to embark on the next exciting chapter in gaming evolution.
