The New Age Innovator: AI, Agility, and Sustainable Growth

Alongside APDTS 26 — January 10, 2026 | Visakhapatnam

Overview

The AP Innovators Summit 2026 (APIS 26) is for founders, researchers, investors, incubators, and corporate innovators to explore how AI, agile ways of working, and sustainable business models are reshaping entrepreneurship. Held alongside APDTS 26, the summit focuses on a crucial question: How can innovators leverage AI and agile methodologies to build sustainable and scalable ventures?

As India's startup ecosystem rapidly transforms, AP stands at a strategic moment — backed by strong academic talent, a growing innovation network, and increasing government support. APIS 26 accelerates this momentum by offering deep insights, real-world learnings, and meaningful networking opportunities. The summit explores how AI has democratized innovation, how agility drives faster, smarter decision-making, and how sustainability has become a competitive growth strategy. With keynotes from unicorn founders, investor dialogues, AI deep-dives, and startup recognition, APIS 26 is designed to empower participants with actionable strategies, funding access, and a community that drives impactful innovation.