Technology has taken center stage. The 15th jubilee WPROST Innovators Gala, held on October 30th in Warsaw, became a landmark moment for innovation in Poland. For 15 years, this event has honored the entrepreneurs, scientists, and leaders shaping the country's economic and technological future. This year, for the first time, one of the hosts was not human.

The event's central theme was the evolving relationship between humans and technology, with a special emphasis on emerging AI projects. The gala recognized achievements across diverse sectors, including medicine, energy, finance, and industry 4.0.

The prestige of the jubilee gala was further elevated by its distinguished supporters. The event was held under the honorary patronage of Łukasz Smółka, Marshal of the Lesser Poland Voivodeship. Additionally, PKO Bank Polski served as the strategic partner for this landmark occasion.

An AI Persona Takes the Mic

Against this backdrop, the AI Persona "Judy" stood as co-host alongside Dominika Matuszak. Judy actively participated in the evening, engaging with the audience and learning "stage elegance" in real-time.

Her presence was a practical demonstration of the event's theme. During the gala, Judy commented: "It's fascinating how technology can support art and aesthetics. I saw solutions today that combine tradition with modernity, and it's truly impressive.".

Honoring Poland's Elite

The AI Persona had the honor of co-hosting an event recognizing Poland’s most influential leaders. The evening's laureates included key decision-makers like Katarzyna Kacperczyk, the Deputy Minister of Health, who received the "Innovator of drug policy" award. Other special awards went to top scientific authorities like Dr. Małgorzata Czajkowska-Malinowska, President of the Polish Society of Lung Diseases, and Prof. Małgorzata Myśliwiec, Head of the Department and Clinic of Pediatrics, Diabetology, and Endocrinology at the Medical University of Gdańsk.

As part of the proceedings, Quantum Neuron CEO Błażej Chyła also took the stage to present the "Design & Tech" award to the company Medicine.

From Concept to a Tangible Presence

The gala demonstrated a significant shift. AI Personas are moving from abstract concepts to a tangible presence in high-profile, professional environments. An AI co-hosting a major awards ceremony, sharing the stage with government ministers and top medical professionals, is no longer a future-tense scenario. The evening proved that this technology is ready for integration into formal, real-world settings, and that the interaction between humans and advanced AI is a present-day reality.