Anup Kumar

Distinguished Engineer and Head of Client Engineering at IBM APAC

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As Distinguished Engineer and Head of Client Engineering, Anup leads a team of over 200 AI engineers, bringing practical insights from engagements with more than 500 enterprises in their Generative AI journeys. His team's extensive work over the past 18 months has given him unique perspectives on enterprise AI adoption patterns and best practices.

Anup currently drives watsonx innovations while maintaining a strong focus on responsible AI development. As a founding member of AI Verify Singapore, he actively shapes frameworks for ethical AI implementation. His expertise spans data privacy, AI governance, and regulatory compliance – critical areas for organizations navigating the AI landscape.

What makes Anup's perspective particularly valuable is his hands-on experience in building secure, ethical data platforms combined with his strategic vision for enterprise AI adoption.