SXSW 2023 Games and Tech Preview and Schedule: The panels you can’t miss

Fighting climate change with AI

Sunday, March 15 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. CT

Hilton Austin Downtown | Salon J

Tech pros are quickly discovering how world-changing the new generation of artificial intelligence and machine learning can be. Why not use this power for the planet? This panel will examine how intelligent systems can provide strategies to limit the impacts of climate change, make better predictions about the future, transform the way we study our planet’s climate, and propel us into a bright future for to lead the earth and humanity.

Gaming panel schedule

In recent years, the games industry has increased its presence at SXSW and is now a mainstay of Austin’s biggest cultural event. In 2023, the festival’s Game Industry Track is all about the latest in interactive entertainment. What lies ahead for the medium and how will new technologies and initiatives help it get there? From exploring gaming in the cloud to an online platform educating our next generation of leaders, each of these panels has an eye on the future. Plus, some esports action for FIFA fans!

eMLS Cup presented by Coca-Cola

Tuesday, March 12 from 2 p.m. on Austin City Limits Live at the Moody Theater

The FIFA Franchise is an industry leader when it comes to esports, and one of its biggest competitions takes place in Austin: the eMLS Cup Finals. The tournament returns to Austin after Paulo “PauloNeto999” Neto (Atlanta United) was crowned eMLS Cup Champion in front of a sold-out crowd at Austin City Limits Live in 2022.