About us
Willkommen beim Rhein-Neckar AI & Data Hub!
(English version below.
Events and communication will also be held in English, if needed.)
Unsere Mission ist es, die Data-, Analytics- und AI-Community im Rhein-Neckar-Raum zu stärken und den Austausch zwischen Academia und Industrie zu fördern.
Hier treffen sich Expert*innen, Forschende und Interessierte, um gemeinsam an innovativen Themen wie Data Science, KI, Cloud Computing und Data Engineering zu arbeiten.
Was erwartet euch?
- Inspirierende Vorträge zu aktuellen Trends und Best Practices
- Offener Austausch mit Gleichgesinnten aus Forschung und Praxis
- Netzwerken in entspannter Atmosphäre
Egal, ob Einsteiger*in oder Expert*in – bei uns sind alle willkommen, die die Zukunft von Data & AI mitgestalten möchten.
Kontakt:
Ihr habt Fragen oder möchtet aktiv mitmachen? Meldet euch gerne direkt bei Mark Bangert, Andreas Luckert oder Daniar Achakeev.
Bleibt dran – in unserem ersten LinkedIn-Post erfahrt ihr mehr über die Idee und unsere geplante Meetup-Reihe ab Q1/2025.
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English Version:
Welcome to the Rhein-Neckar AI & Data Hub!
(Events and communication will also be held in English, if needed.)
Our mission is to strengthen the Data, Analytics, and AI community in the Rhein-Neckar region and foster collaboration between academia and industry.
Here, experts, researchers, and enthusiasts come together to work on innovative topics such as Data Science, AI, Cloud Computing, and Data Engineering.
What can you expect?
- Inspiring talks on current trends and best practices
- Open exchange with like-minded people from research and industry
- Networking in a relaxed and engaging atmosphere
Whether you are a beginner or an expert – everyone who wants to shape the future of Data & AI is welcome!
Contact:
Do you have questions or want to actively participate? Feel free to reach out directly to Mark Bangert, Andreas Luckert or Daniar Achakeev.
Stay tuned – check out our first LinkedIn Post for more information about the idea and our planned Meetup series starting in Q1/2025!
Upcoming events
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Rhein-Neckar AI & Data Hub Meetup
HMS Analytical Software GmbH, Grüne Meile 29, Heidelberg, BW, DE## Join Us for the 8th Rhein‑Neckar AI & Data Hub Meetup!
Edition #8: Demystifying Cloud Sovereignty: Perspectives from the EU to Hyperscalers
Cloud sovereignty is rapidly becoming a defining topic for organizations moving critical workloads to the cloud. Regulations evolve, hyperscalers innovate and enterprises must navigate the space between compliance, control and modern cloud capabilities.
For this edition, we are introducing a new, fast‑paced format:
four concise pitches followed by a focused panel discussion,
bringing together voices from policy, industry and hyperscalers.Our Speakers:
- Tom Roth (openheidelberg)
- Benjamin Fuchs (IAM Expert, Delos)
- Hanka Medova (Data Governance and Architecture Expert with a background in Gaia-X)
- Fred Stober & David Schäfer (AWS & Azure Experts at HMS)
Session Focus:
Demystifying Cloud Sovereignty: Perspectives from the EU to HyperscalersA discussion on what cloud sovereignty truly means today. Experts will address regulatory expectations, technical implementation models and the practical realities organizations face when aiming for sovereignty, security and innovation at the same time.
Hear contrasting viewpoints from EU representatives and hyperscaler specialists as they unpack definitions, challenges and opportunities. A concise, high‑impact session for everyone shaping cloud adoption.
📅 Date & Location
April 23, 2026
📍 HMS Analytical Software GmbH, Grüne Meile 29, Heidelberg🕒 Agenda: We are testing a new, dynamic format for this edition!
18:00 - 18:15 Arrival & Welcome
18:15 - 18:25 Pitch 1
18:25 - 18:35 Pitch 2
18:35 - 18:45 Pitch 3
18:50 - 19:00 Pitch 4
19:00 - 20:00 Panel Discussion
from 20:00 Networking & Catering✅ Important Notes
✔Capacity is limited to 40 participants: please RSVP only if you plan to attend.
If you can’t make it, kindly update your RSVP so we can offer your spot to someone else.
✔Participation is free of charge.
✔An ID check is required upon entry due to building regulations.
✔Photos and videos will be taken during the event for documentation and communication purposes.
If you prefer not to appear in recordings, please inform the event team on site.For more information about data protection and your rights, please refer to our privacy policy: Privacy Policy - HMS Analytical Software
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Past events
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