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Only 3 days to go until FinTech Connect 2025 - and we’re ready! Our Ciklum team will be at Booth G42 meeting fintech leaders, partners and innovators to talk about: -> AI-driven customer experiences -> Smarter, faster product engineering -> Scalable, secure digital platforms -> Rapid innovation through our AI Incubator Plus, don’t miss the breakfast briefing where our experts, Aaron Jones and Ivana Veljovic, will be sharing insights on the future of CX, product and AI in fintech. See you there - the countdown is officially on!

Ciklum Connect 2025 in Pune brought colleagues together for an evening filled with vibrant retro vibes, making it a memorable way to get together as #OneTeam. The celebration also welcomed our CEO, Rajaram Radhakrishnan, who joined the team onsite and shared in the experience. The mix of singing, dancing, live music, and interactive games created standout moments to connect not only around work but also on a more personal level. Cheers to our global Ciklum community!

This week, we had the pleasure of welcoming our client CTERA to Ciklum’s Sofia office. The visit sparked meaningful conversations, alignment on upcoming priorities, and plenty of ideas for what we can achieve together. It’s always inspiring to see how much the power of collaboration unlocks when we sit down in one room!

At Ciklum, we believe the future belongs to those who embrace innovation, and that means supporting tech talent in building AI expertise. We’re excited to launch the Ciklum AI Certifications and Learning Journey, a structured program designed to help our colleagues master AI fundamentals, apply them in real-world scenarios, and advance into specialized, hands-on AI engineering. From self-paced learning to role-based workshops and the advanced AI Academy, the journey empowers every Ciklumer to explore the potential of artificial intelligence and drive innovation forward. This is how we grow by learning, experimenting, and shaping what’s next.

We’re excited to announce that Ciklum is an official sponsor at FinTech Connect 2025! Join us on 2–3 December at ExCeL London (Booth G42) as we showcase how AI-driven engineering, CX innovation and product excellence are redefining the future of fintech. You’ll also hear from our experts on stage sharing insights on how fintechs can: -> Build customer-first digital experiences -> Leverage AI to personalise at scale -> Reduce product risk through rapid validation -> Create frictionless, trust-led financial journeys Visit Booth G42 (near the Digital Transformation Stage) Let’s shape the future of fintech together and stay tuned for more updates!

What if your retail business could predict what customers want before they even ask? In this blog, Sreekumar Veluthakkal explores how AI-powered insights are making that possible. • Moving from descriptive reports to real-time, predictive insights • Personalize offers, promotions, and inventory based on customer behavior • Deploying decision agents that self-learn and automate actions With the retail AI market projected to reach $800B by 2030, adoption is shifting from “nice-to-have” to “non-negotiable". 👉 Read more to see how leading retailers are putting AI into action: https://lnkd.in/dHRSVkSv #Ciklum #RetailStrategy #ArtificialIntelligence #RetailInnovation #TimeToMarket #DataDriven

Do you want to unlock AI’s true potential? Join us at Speaker’s Corner on November 27 in Gdańsk to explore how pairing engineers with AI is transforming software development – from shortening development cycles to scaling innovation. Our experts, Maksym Lypivskyi, AI Director and Head of Cloud Platforms, and Manvel Ghazaryan, .NET Principal Lead, will discuss why AI fluency is becoming essential for modern engineers and how leading teams are moving from demos to governed, enterprise-level LLM adoption. Learn how to take your results to the next level! Save your seat now - it’s free: https://lnkd.in/dn7WvUYc

Trends peak and fade overnight in retail. Success comes to those who bring ideas to market faster than their competition. AI-driven product development gives retail leaders that edge by accelerating the entire workflow. 📊 • Automation of routine tasks: defect checks, testing, and documentation cycles cut by up to 30% • Faster product validation: fashion brands mine TikTok and Instagram sentiment before a prototype is built • Rapid prototyping: Gen AI produces and tests design variations in days, not months • Higher developer productivity: AI code assistants improve quality and reduce rework • Scalable go-to-market: global retailers localize campaigns instantly to match customer demand The new standard in retail is launching the right product at the right time. Check out the full AI-driven product development workflow in our latest blog: https://lnkd.in/dvc4W6Wg #Ciklum #AIEngineering #FutureOfRetail #ProductDevelopment #CLevelInsights

Ciklum’s DevTalks: Powering Innovation with AI is coming to the Metaverse on November 21! Join leading experts in AI, product, and data to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping modern engineering. From agentic architectures and hyper-personalization to edge AI and ethical automation, they will share frameworks, tools, and real-world lessons you can apply right away. Don’t miss this chance to connect, learn, and discuss the next era of intelligent technology. 🗓 November 21 | 10:00-17:00 CET 📍 Metaverse (virtual event) 🔗 Registration is free Let’s power innovation with AI together – sign up now: https://lnkd.in/d4uqqkxP

Our colleagues in Gdańsk were excited to host our customer, the Trustpilot team, this week. From sharing future plans and exploring new opportunities to meeting teams and discussing our capabilities, the visit was filled with meaningful conversations and the joy of personal connection. We’re looking forward to seeing our collaboration continue to grow and strengthen!