At the annual TechHosted 2025 conference, held on October 2–3 in Banja Luka, our founder and principal cloud-native consultant Dario Ristić was among the featured speakers, delivering a talk titled:
“The Future of Intelligent Applications is Now.”
About the TechHosted Conference
TechHosted is one of the leading IT conferences in the region, renowned for bringing together top experts from across the tech industry — including software engineering, cloud infrastructure, DevOps practices, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and digital product development.
This year’s edition placed a strong emphasis on real-world applications of advanced technologies and how organizations can harness innovation for business transformation.
Keynote: Intelligent Applications in the Era of AI Transformation
In his presentation, Dario explored how intelligent applications — powered by artificial intelligence, machine learning, and automation — are no longer a concept of the future but a present-day reality. Drawing on examples from enterprise environments, he demonstrated how platforms like OpenShift AI, large language models (LLMs), and cloud-native architectures are enabling the development of applications that learn, adapt, and make decisions in real time.
Key Takeaways
AI Is Already Embedded in Everyday Applications
From personalized user experiences to predictive analytics, intelligent features are becoming the norm — not the exception.Platform Engineering and MLOps
Dario shared insights on how modern engineering practices enable faster deployment and scaling of AI solutions in complex enterprise environments.Ethics, Security, and Responsibility
A crucial part of the talk focused on responsible AI adoption — including model transparency, data privacy, and maintaining control over automation.
Strengthening the Community and an Open Call for Collaboration
Participating in events like TechHosted plays an important role in building a stronger regional cloud-native and AI community. Dario encouraged all attendees to engage in open collaboration, knowledge sharing, and joint efforts in developing innovative solutions built on open source technologies.
We thank the TechHosted organizers for the invitation and the inspiring atmosphere.
We look forward to next year — with even more knowledge, AI innovation, and opportunities to connect.
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