BCCCI seminar highlights AI, blockchain's role in business transformation

The Bangladesh China Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCCI) on Saturday organised a seminar on the growing role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Blockchain in transforming business, industry and trade, stressing the need for responsible adoption of emerging technologies to enhance competitiveness.

The seminar, titled "AI and Blockchain: Transforming Business, Industry and Trade" was held at the BCCCI office in Gulshan, bringing together business leaders, chamber members, technology experts and media representatives, said a press release.

Speaking at the opening session, BCCCI President Mohd KhorshedAlam said the seminar would help chamber members gain a better understanding of AI and Blockchain and encourage them to leverage these technologies to improve innovation, productivity and business competitiveness.

The seminar highlighted the expanding applications of AI and Blockchain in business, banking, trade, logistics, manufacturing and other sectors, while discussing the opportunities, challenges and practical implications of adopting these technologies.

Khondkar Atique-E-Rabbani, a fellow chartered accountant and a graduate of the University of Bradford in UK, delivered the keynote presentation, sharing insights into the current and future applications of AI and Blockchain in business and trade.

An interactive discussion followed the keynote presentation, where participants exchanged views on the responsible and ethical use of AI and its impact on business, finance, logistics and employment.

Participant also shared practical examples of AI applications in banking, trade and port operations, emphasizing the importance of embracing technological innovation while ensuring its responsible implementation.

The seminar was attended by the BCCCI Secretary General, members of the Board of Directors, chamber members, and representatives of the Overseas Chinese Association in Bangladesh (OCAIB), business leaders, media representatives and other distinguished guests.

The programme concluded with BCCCI reaffirming its commitment to organising more knowledge-sharing initiatives to promote technological innovation and strengthen Bangladesh-China business and trade cooperation.�"BSS