How I AI How a Chief AI Officer Is Driving Miami’s Rise as a Global AI Hub
Nov 18, 2025
Burhan Sebin, Chief AI Officer at eMerge and founder of Miami AI Hub, is making waves in Miami's tech landscape. He discusses how Miami evolved into an AI powerhouse, nurturing over 500 startups. Burhan reveals trends shaping AI's future, predicting a surge in robotics and enterprise applications. He shares insights on the upcoming Tech Basel Miami AI Summit, aimed at fostering practical AI skills, and describes the impactful Miami AI School, designed to integrate AI into everyday professional life. The future looks bright for innovation in Miami!
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From Five People To A 5,000+ Community
- Burhan built Miami AI Hub from a handful of builders into a 5,000+ member community.
- He credits Miami's talent, capital inflow, geographic ties to Latin America, and entrepreneurial culture for the rapid growth.
Agents To Physical AI
- 2025 was the year of AI agents moving models from reactive to proactive actions.
- Burhan predicts the next phase is physical AI with widespread robotics adoption enabling mass usage.
Teach Practical AI By Combining Formats
- Merge topic-focused monthly events into a single summit to teach practical AI application across domains.
- Use keynotes, panels, and workshops to show how professionals can integrate AI into daily operations.