Get Ready for AWS re:Invent 2024 in Las Vegas!
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is gearing up for its biggest event of the year—re:Invent 2024 kicks off this Sunday in the vibrant city of Las Vegas! With sessions running until December 6, the conference promises to be packed with exciting announcements and innovations from the cloud computing giant.
One of the most anticipated events will be the keynote address from the newly appointed AWS CEO, Matt Garman, scheduled for December 3 at 8 a.m. PT. For those unable to attend in person, there’s great news—AWS will stream the keynote live on YouTube, ensuring that everyone can catch the latest updates and insights right from the comfort of their homes. Be sure to stay tuned for our ongoing coverage as new stories and updates emerge throughout re:Invent!
A New Era Under Matt Garman
This year marks a significant transition for AWS as it unfolds under Garman’s leadership, following the departure of Adam Selipsky in May after just three years. As Garman steps onto the stage, all eyes will be on how he addresses the perception of AWS in the competitive generative AI arena, where it has often been viewed as lagging behind Microsoft and Google.
Recently, AWS has rolled out a series of generative AI services and claims that its revenue from this emerging sector has soared into the "multiple billions." This comes on the heels of strengthening its partnership with Anthropic, making AWS the AI company’s primary model training partner and opening the door for future AI chip design collaboration.
However, it’s not all smooth sailing; the loss of prominent AI executive Matt Wood and delays with the flagship Olympus model have created a landscape that Garman must navigate carefully.
What to Expect at the Keynote
Chatting with TechCrunch in October, Garman hinted at an expansive vision for re:Invent, stating it wouldn’t be "just an AI conference" and showcasing innovations that span across the entire AWS stack—from compute and storage to databases, analytics, and yes, AI. This multi-faceted approach is sure to capture the attention of attendees and virtual viewers alike.
Expect some star power, as Amazon CEO Andy Jassy is likely to make a cameo during the keynote. The overarching theme for this year’s conference, as described by Amazon, focuses on "reinventing foundational building blocks" and delivering new experiences that empower customers and partners alike.
Exciting Sessions on the Horizon
Beyond Garman’s keynote, AWS VP Swami Sivasubramanian will present a data-focused discussion on new services on December 4. Following that, on December 5, Amazon CTO Werner Vogels will share tech predictions for the upcoming year—a staple of previous re:Invent events that always draws a crowd.
All of these presentations will also be available to stream on YouTube, ensuring that anyone interested in the future of cloud computing and AI can join in on the excitement.
As we look toward re:Invent 2024, it’s clear that AWS is ready to unveil the next wave of technology and innovation. Will Garman’s first keynote as CEO leave a lasting impression? Only time will tell!
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