Global Research Excellence Recognized at ITAI 2026: A Premier Gathering of AI and IT Innovators

The 2nd International Conference on Information Technology and Artificial Intelligence (ITAI 2026), organized by Soft Computing Research Society, has successfully emerged as a global platform celebrating innovation, collaboration, and cutting-edge research in artificial intelligence and information technology.

Hosted at Lasell University, the conference witnessed an overwhelming response from the global research community, reinforcing its reputation as a leading international academic event.

Strong Global Participation and Selective Acceptance

ITAI 2026 received an impressive 1,152 research paper submissions from 16 countries, including India, the United States, the United Kingdom, Italy, Mexico, the United Arab Emirates, and more. After a rigorous peer-review process conducted by 687 expert reviewers, only 115 high-quality papers were accepted and registered, resulting in a highly competitive acceptance rate of 10%.

This selective approach highlights the conference’s commitment to academic excellence and impactful research contributions.

Renowned Speakers and Knowledge Exchange

The conference featured an exceptional lineup of 52 keynote speakers and 54 invited speakers, delivering insights across 13 keynote sessions and 5 invited talk sessions. These sessions covered emerging trends, real-world applications, and future directions in AI and IT.

Among the distinguished plenary speakers were:

• Milan Tuba, a globally recognized academic in mathematics and computer science
• Bruce McKinnon, Associate Professor of Entrepreneurship
• Maithily Erande, Strategic Operations & AI Product Leader

Their contributions enriched the conference with thought leadership and industry perspectives.

High-Impact Panel Discussion on Responsible AI

A key highlight was the panel discussion on:

“Responsible AI in High-Stakes Industries: When Quality, Data, and Ethics Converge.”

Moderated by:

• Varshitha Manjunath
• James William Lincoln

The panel brought together global experts from academia and industry, including:

• Shreejal Luitel
• Attrayee Chakraborty
• Divya Sharma
• Charles Kolodgy
• Eva Tuba
• Sandeep Shivam
• Balaji Shesharao Ingole
• Siva Prasad Nandi

The discussion explored the ethical implications of AI deployment, emphasizing responsible innovation, data governance, and quality assurance in high-stakes environments.

Recognition of Excellence: Best Paper Awards

To celebrate outstanding research contributions, track-wise Best Paper Awards were presented by Soft Computing Research Society.

Award recipients were honored with:

• An appreciation certificate, and
• A gift voucher equivalent to ₹1500 for annual SCRS membership

These awards recognized innovative and high-impact research across multiple domains, further motivating researchers to push the boundaries of AI and IT advancements.

One of the recognized works included:

• “Metaheuristic-Enabled AI Modernization for Performance and Resource Efficiency” in the Computer Vision domain

Scopus-Indexed Publication Opportunity

All accepted papers of ITAI 2026 will be published in the prestigious Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems by Springer, indexed in Scopus, ensuring global visibility and academic impact.

Shaping the Future of AI and IT

With its strong global participation, rigorous academic standards, and impactful discussions, ITAI 2026 continues to position itself as a key event for advancing research and innovation in artificial intelligence and information technology.

The conference not only fosters collaboration among researchers, academicians, and industry leaders but also sets the stage for future breakthroughs in AI-driven solutions across industries.

About ITAI 2026

The International Conference on Information Technology and Artificial Intelligence (ITAI 2026) is a premier, annual, international, peer-reviewed conference organized by Soft Computing Research Society, New Delhi, at Lasell University, USA.

The conference serves as a dynamic platform for high-impact research, interdisciplinary collaboration, and innovation-driven solutions in the fields of artificial intelligence, information technology, and emerging computational paradigms. ITAI brings together researchers, academicians, and industry professionals from across the globe to exchange ideas and foster advancements in next-generation technologies.

For additional information on ITAI 2026 and its awards program, please visit the official conference website.

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