The Department of Cyber Security and CSE (IOT) collaborated with the Innovation Council (IIC – PEC), EDC & The Institution of Engineers (India) to present an engaging guest lecture on “FUTURE TECHNOLOGIES IN IOT & AI/ML” on 06.01.2024. Mr. A. Kesavan, CEO of Svasti Technologies PVT. Ltd., Trichy, shared insights into cutting-edge technologies. II-year Cyber Security introduced the speaker, while M. J. Neaha Shree, II CSE (IOT), delivered a warm welcome. Dr. M. Premkumar, Principal of Paavai Engineering College, delivered a compelling presidential address, emphasizing positive learning outcomes. Dr. P. Muthusamy, HoD of the Department, Cyber Security, motivated students, setting the tone for an enlightening session. The guest speaker delved into Industry 4.0 transitioning to Industry 5.0, highlighting the evolution of AI-run robots. Exploring the contrast between past and future technologies, he spotlighted the omnipresence of mobile phones. Addressing the evolving work culture, he predicted a shift towards extensive freelancing. The discourse extended to Virtual Reality, manufacturing processes with Automation and Machine Learning, exemplified by real-time instances like GPS trackers calculating toll charges. The speaker elucidated diverse technologies, including Energy Management, Advanced metering, IOT projects, Demand response, Electric vehicles, and Big Data. A notable innovation discussed was Animal Detection, leveraging automation to repel animals from agricultural fields without harming crops. The lecture left an indelible mark, offering a glimpse into the exciting intersection of IoT, AI, and ML. A total of 170 student’s atteneted this guest lecture. The students felt that this session was interactive with the guest speaker. The function came to an end with vote of thanks. K. Hansika , II Cyber security delivered the vote of thanks.