Platzi Conf 2025 Highlights 'First AI Made in LATAM' Initiative to 6,000 Attendees

Bogotá, Colombia – Platzi Conf 2025, the prominent technology and education event, is underway, drawing an estimated 6,000 attendees both in-person at Ágora Centro de Convenciones and online. The conference, celebrating Platzi's 10th anniversary, features a robust agenda with a significant focus on artificial intelligence, including a highly anticipated talk on the development of Latin American-made AI.

Carlos Silva, an attendee from Ecuador, expressed his keen interest in the event, stating via tweet, > "Desde Ecuador ya conectado, viendo en línea la Platzi Conf. Las charlas que más me interesan ver son: Cómo estamos construyendo la primera AI Made in LATAM. De @OmarUFlorez." This highlights the regional excitement surrounding indigenous AI development. The session, led by Omar Florez PhD, focuses on building the first foundational AI model trained within Latin America, marking a pivotal moment for technological autonomy in the region.

Omar Florez, who leads this groundbreaking initiative, is presenting insights into the challenges and opportunities of developing advanced AI capabilities locally. This effort aims to foster innovation and create AI solutions tailored to the unique needs and contexts of Latin American countries. The talk is part of the "Cristalab" stage, dedicated to artificial intelligence and innovation.

Platzi Conf 2025 is being held on August 30 as a key component of Gofest 2025, a larger innovation and entrepreneurship festival organized in alliance with the Bogotá Chamber of Commerce (CCB). The event brings together professionals, experts, and students to explore the latest trends in technology, education, and entrepreneurship. Over 25,000 people are expected to attend Gofest, underscoring Bogotá's growing role as a tech hub.

Beyond AI, the conference features an array of influential speakers, including Simón Borrero, CEO and co-founder of Rappi, and Nicole Chapaval, Platzi's Chief Business Officer, who is launching the company's first book, "Crear Desde Acá." These sessions cover diverse topics from product development at leading tech companies like Nubank to strategic insights on the future of technology in the region. The comprehensive agenda aims to inspire and equip attendees with knowledge to drive innovation across Latin America.