West University of Timişoara (UVT) becomes the epicenter of digitalization through the "West Digital and Innovation Summit" 2025 - the event dedicated to the future in AI, innovation and technology. Everything we know about technology is about to change, and the West University of Timișoara and "How About Tech" offer us the opportunity to be part of the dialogue that will define the digital future.
From November 19–20, 2025, we invite you to UVT, where you will have the opportunity to meet professionals in the fields of digitalization, artificial intelligence and technology, in an event about the tech trends of the future. At the "West Digital and Innovation Summit" 2025, leaders from leading sectors of the economy will debate how technology will change and invite you to be part of the conversation that defines the future of tech.
The "West Digital and Innovation Summit" is positioned among the top tech events of 2025 through the exceptional invitations it brings together. The panels will be supported by internationally recognized leaders and professionals who influence the major directions of the tech industry.
Mihai Ghiță – Engineering Director Oracle | MIT Certified Advisor | Championing Innovation & Sustainability
The future of smart cities is taking shape at the West Digital & Innovation Summit. Mihai Ghiță (Oracle) will present a groundbreaking vision on how Generative AI is transforming the Smart City concept, providing innovative solutions for traffic, energy, safety and sustainability. It is a demonstration of how artificial intelligence is not only optimizing cities, but also making them more connected, more human and more efficient.
Mihai Ghiță is a software engineering leader, passionate about innovation, sustainability, and promoting collaboration and change in the tech industry. He has contributed to the development of models and tools that quantify the decarbonization effects of cloud services. With a forward-looking vision, Mihai Ghiță leads a team of experts who play a key role in the success of the Oracle Cloud Systems division.
Alexandru Paraschiv – Leading Adobe Firefly | Engineering Leader
Alexandru Paraschiv is Director of Machine Learning Engineering at Adobe. A software engineering leader with a solid background in technology consulting, Alexandru Paraschiv combines strategic planning with stakeholder management and authentic tech leadership. His career has been marked by transformational initiatives and the launch of scalable software solutions at an international level. With a practical approach, focused on concrete results and customer satisfaction, Alexandru Paraschiv implements digital transformation projects on a global scale.
Stefania Budulan – Artificial Intelligence Mentor
Ștefania Budulan is an Artificial Intelligence Technology Lead, with an impressive experience in developing AI-based solutions for industries such as financial services, media, telecommunications and the Internet of Things (IoT). She is also an active supporter of fundamental research, especially in the field of natural language processing (NLP), coordinating the AI research activity of several undergraduate and master's students at the Politehnica University of Bucharest. Moreover, Ștefania Budulan was an AI mentor at the University of Lisbon. She has a strong interest in creating advanced solutions, applicable in the industrial environment, thus contributing to reducing the distance between academic research and the concrete needs of the industry.
Bogdan Pătru – Government Engagement Lead at Mastercard | National Order of Merit
As Government Engagement Lead for Romania and Croatia at Mastercard, Bogdan Pătru leverages over 15 years of legal and public policy experience to support the company’s mission to build a more inclusive and resilient digital economy. He collaborates with governments, regulators, industry associations and civil society organizations to promote the adoption of innovative and secure payment solutions that benefit consumers, businesses and society as a whole. Since 2017, Bogdan Pătru has been an Associate Fellow at Chatham House, where he contributes to research and dialogue on global issues and challenges. He has published numerous articles on topics such as cybersecurity, energy and internet regulation.
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In addition to inspiring presentations, the event will include workshops, demos and interactive experiences, dedicated to those who want to understand how technology, innovation and creativity are shaping the communities of the future. Along with the first announced guests, other leaders who will confirm their participation in panels, promoters of future solutions, practitioners and analysts at the forefront of leading sectors of the economy will also be present.
West Digital and Innovation Summit is the platform for those who don't sit on the sidelines, but write the next chapter of innovation.
Participation is free, but places are limited. Register now at https://summit.uvt.ro/ to secure your place!
Come to the hub of innovators, researchers and tech decision-makers!
