During the panel “AI and HPC: drivers of your career” held at the University of Donja Gorica as part of the EuroCC project, our alumni sent clear messages that changes do not come by themselves, but are driven by people ready to learn, take responsibility and act. At a time when the borders between the real and digital world are being erased faster than ever before, Montenegro is increasingly positioning itself as a place where ideas with global potential are born.
In the opening address, it was pointed out that AI and HPC are not just abstract technological terms, but concrete tools that change the way we live, work, educate and communicate. Today, more than ever, the question is not whether AI will change our daily lives, but how we, as individuals and as a community, will respond to those changes. In that spirit, the panelists shared their experiences, dilemmas and visions, but also sent strong messages to students who will be the bearers of that transformation.
Anton Jurovicki, CEO of Coinis, spoke about the necessity for the education system in Montenegro to make a step towards a more practical and flexible approach to learning. As he says, technologies change almost on a daily basis, and that is why it is crucial that young people do not wait for the system to prepare them, but actively search for knowledge themselves, through projects, practices and direct cooperation with industry. He especially emphasized that today’s students are the ones who already have the opportunity to shape the local technological ecosystem and make Montenegro the digital center of the region. He encouraged male and female students not to hesitate to step into these fields, because their very presence can bring a key change in the way technology shapes our society.
Milutin Pavićević, commercial director of Alicorn, with extensive experience in the video game industry, spoke about the role of artificial intelligence in creative processes. He pointed out that AI is not the enemy of creativity, but a tool that can expand the boundaries of imagination and accelerate the development of games, narratives and digital worlds. However, as he says, it is crucial that people remain at the center of that process, because AI does not understand context, emotion and purpose, and that these are values that only human consciousness can bring. Milutin pointed out the challenges faced by male and female students when entering the industry, from lack of practical experience to lack of understanding of business processes. He emphasized that employers are not only looking for technical knowledge, but the ability to learn quickly, communicate clearly and think critically. In this sense, he called on young people to develop soft skills, but also to take responsibility for personal improvement, because the industry is no longer waiting but looking for those who are ready today.
Miodrag Vujković, founder of Inovative, spoke about how to overcome the fear of technology. He said resistance often comes from a lack of understanding rather than an actual inability to apply the technologies. His message was clear: “Technology should be an ally, not a threat.” Through specific examples, he explained how AI and HPC can help in market analysis, resource optimization and making better business decisions. He particularly referred to the future of business in which, as he believes, AI will play a key role, but with the active participation of people who understand the wider context. The entrepreneurs of the future, according to him, will be those who know how to combine analytics, intuition and ethics.
Stevan Šandi, the founder of BixBit, shared his experience on the development of AI products from the perspective of a domestic company. A successful AI product, in his opinion, depends not only on code but on clear purpose, understanding of users and continuous optimization. He also warned that technologies like AI and HPC require responsible behavior, especially when it comes to data security and privacy. Stevan underlined that individuals, not systems, bear the greatest responsibility for the protection of their data, as well as the data of other people. In a world where everything is connected, the boundaries of privacy are getting thinner, and trust is becoming the most valuable currency.
In the end, all the speakers agreed that the key is in education, critical thinking, openness to collaboration and willingness to constantly learn. AI and HPC are not replacing humans but opening the door to completely new ways of working and thinking. But only those who are ready to recognize these changes, adapt and take responsibility will be the leaders of the future.
