AWS re:Invent 2024 Kicks Off in Las Vegas: What to Expect
Amazon Web Services (AWS) has officially launched its largest annual conference, re:Invent 2024, in the vibrant city of Las Vegas. Running from December 1 to December 6, this year’s event is expected to be particularly noteworthy as it marks Matt Garman’s debut as AWS’ CEO after his predecessor, Adam Selipsky, stepped down in May.
Anticipation and Innovations Ahead
The conference commenced bright and early on Sunday at 8 a.m. PT with a keynote speech from Garman. This highly anticipated address is just the beginning of a week filled with enlightening sessions, discussions, and groundbreaking announcements. For those who can’t attend in person, don’t fret! AWS is archiving major keynotes on its YouTube channel, ensuring everyone can keep up with the latest innovations and revelations throughout the week.
Generative AI in the Spotlight
One of the hottest topics on everyone’s lips is generative AI—an area where AWS has been making strides but faces tough competition from Microsoft and Google. Garman will likely tackle this head-on, especially with over 500 sessions related to generative AI listed in the conference agenda. Just weeks before the event, AWS solidified its partnership with Anthropic, becoming their primary model training partner. This move will undoubtedly bolster its capabilities in the rapidly evolving AI landscape.
However, the road hasn’t been without bumps. The exit of AI executive Matt Wood and delays in terms of its flagship Olympus model have raised eyebrows within the tech community. During his keynote, Garman has assured attendees that re:Invent will showcase more than just AI. "We’re going to have innovations across the stack in compute and storage and databases and analytics and AI," he told TechCrunch in October.
What to Look For
Expect high-profile appearances and exciting announcements throughout the week. Amazon CEO Andy Jassy is likely to make a cameo during Garman’s keynote, which is described as highlighting how AWS is evolving its foundational building blocks and developing new tools to empower customers and partners.
Additionally, AWS VP Swami Sivasubramanian will lead an AI-focused presentation on new services on December 4, while Amazon CTO Werner Vogels will share his tech predictions for the upcoming year on December 5—a tradition at re:Invent that attendees look forward to.
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As we gear up for a week full of discoveries, keep an eye on our coverage here at TechCrunch. Whether you’re a seasoned tech professional or just curious about the latest trends in AI, there’s something for everyone at re:Invent 2024.
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