Students of Daffodil International University (DIU) showcased 16 artificial intelligence (AI)-based projects at the Bangladesh AI Business Summit 2026, presenting technology-driven solutions for challenges in education, healthcare, agriculture, industry, security and urban infrastructure.
DIU supported the summit as a Diamond Sponsor, while Daffodil Group showcased 5 software and technology solutions: AI Professor, Perfect HR, EduVAS, Leadership OS and Student360.
The inaugural session was attended by President of the People's Republic of Bangladesh Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir as the chief guest. He later visited the DIU pavilion, viewed the student projects and encouraged the students to continue developing innovative solutions to real-life challenges.
The summit also brought together Fakir Mahbub Anam posts, telecommunications and information technology minister; M Ruhul Quddus Talukdar Dulu, chairman of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on the Ministry of Science and Technology; Md Anwar Hossain, secretary of the Ministry of Science and Technology; Mahbubur Rahman, president of the International Chamber of Commerce Bangladesh; Taskin Ahmed, president of the Dhaka Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DCCI); and Professor Alamgir Hossain, chief executive officer of UK-based Digital Readiness and Intelligent Systems Limited and former chairman of the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at the University of Dhaka.
Dr Md Sabur Khan, founder of DIU, chairman of its Board of Trustees and former president of DCCI, spoke at the third session, titled "AI for Everyone: Solving Real Problems with Local Intelligence". The session featured Shama Obaed Islam, state minister for foreign affairs and member of parliament, as the chief guest and Taskin Ahmed as chair.
Dr Sabur Khan discussed the practical applications of AI in business and industry, the development of technologies suited to local needs and opportunities arising from wider AI adoption.
The session also explored the use of AI agents as digital coworkers to process orders, coordinate transactions and identify industry-specific challenges. Speakers highlighted the need for human supervision to ensure their effective use.
The summit discussed the growing role of the information and communication technology (ICT) sector in Bangladesh's economic transformation, including its contributions to gross domestic product, employment and efficiency across manufacturing, finance, agriculture and services.
Participants also discussed policy and infrastructure challenges, coordination among sectors, and the risks of AI adoption, including employment changes, algorithmic bias, deepfakes and digital sovereignty amid dependence on foreign cloud infrastructure. The discussions also focused on opportunities and risks for small and medium-sized enterprises and ways to translate policy discussions into practical implementation.
The 16 student projects
Students from 3 DIU departments presented the projects at the summit.
The Department of Computer Science and Engineering showcased 6 projects: OBE AI, a platform for assessing outcome-based education quality and monitoring course and program outcomes; Imam AI, a platform supporting Islamic knowledge and research; NutriSoil, which uses real-time soil sensor data and AI to assess soil health; DengueCluster AI, which monitors dengue situations and identifies high-risk areas; Shilpo AI ERP, a predictive management system designed for Bangladesh's ready-made garment factories; and YoFlare, an ecosystem for identifying skills and connecting talent with business opportunities.
The Department of Software Engineering presented 3 projects: FifthEye AI, an intelligent examination assessment platform; NeuroCluster AI, an AI-powered platform for magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) analysis and hospital computing management; and ClinicBD, a digital healthcare initiative.
The Department of Computing and Information Systems showcased 7 projects: Arbor, a voice-based communication technology for mothers with speech disabilities; Prohori AI, a system that monitors screens to identify and help prevent potential incidents; SmartBorder, a technology for aerial surveillance and ground-level early warnings; ArchiMind AI, an intelligent platform for built infrastructure; LeadGenius AI, a customer management system emphasizing data control and privacy; Eon, an explainable AI-based decision-making system for founders; and Kupi.
The summit aimed to bring together representatives from education, government, innovation and the private sector to explore the development of an integrated nationwide AI ecosystem in Bangladesh.
