RISE OF AI 2026

Rise of AI 2026: Europe’s AI Ecosystem – A Decade of Innovation

About the Event & Organizer

The Rise of AI Conference 2026, scheduled for May 5–6, 2026, is the tenth annual edition of Europe’s premier artificial intelligence gathering, hosted in Berlin with a virtual participation option. This milestone event brings together a highly curated community of AI visionaries—founders, top researchers, policymakers, investors, and industry leaders—for a blend of expert-led content, tailor-made networking formats, and strategic insights . In-person attendance is exceptionally limited to 300 seats, ensuring an exclusive, high-quality experience, while a free virtual access option offers live streaming of main stages, virtual networking, and post-event content access 

The event is limited to 300 in-person guests, making it small and personal. At the same time, there will be free live streaming and online networking for many more people around the world.

Speakers: Over the last decade, more than 300 experts have spoken—founders, researchers, policymakers, and industry leaders.

Exhibitors & Partners: About 37% of partner slots are already taken for 2026.

Media: Major European outlets like Handelsblatt, Capital, DIE ZEIT, FAZ, and WirtschaftsWoche regularly cover the event.

Rise of AI is organized by Fabian Westerheide (AI strategist & investor, CEO of AI for Humans) and Veronika Westerheide (CEO of Pandora Events Berlin, event expert).

Speakers, KOLs & Founders

The 2026 edition will feature some of the best speakers from the last 10 years, along with new AI leaders.

The stage will welcome:

Founders, investors, policymakers, researchers, and industry leaders.

Past speakers have included Prof. Dr. Christoph von der Malsburg, Dr. Léa Steinacker, Albert Wenger, Prof. Dr. Joanna Bryson, Jaap Zuiderveld (VP EMEA, NVIDIA), and many more.

Sponsors & Exhibitors

The official sponsor and exhibitor list for 2026 will be shared soon. But:

37% of partnerships are already booked.

Side events and the Applied AI Stage will feature demos and practical AI applications.

Media sponsors from top European outlets will provide strong coverage.

Why Attend Rise of AI 2026

This anniversary event is a must-attend for AI leaders, decision-makers, and innovators. Here’s why:

Small & focused: Only 300 in-person guests, mostly CEOs, CTOs, Heads of AI, researchers, and engineers.

Two stages:

Meta Stage Policy, regulation, AI sustainability, and European AI strategy.

Applied AI Stage How to launch, scale, fund, and apply AI in real businesses.

Networking: Speaker dinners, workshops, lounges, drinks, and side events encourage real conversations.

Sustainability: Vegan and organic food, zero-waste design, recycled print, and plants that will later be planted in a forest.

Virtual Access: Free live stream, online networking, and digital matchmaking for global reach.

What to Look Forward to in 2026

Speaker lineup: New announcements soon—expect big names from past editions and fresh AI leaders.

Partnership opportunities: More partners and sponsors will bring unique demos, exhibits, and networking.

Agenda updates: Detailed program with deep-dive talks, workshops, dinners, and social events.

Sustainability in action: Thoughtful, eco-friendly design throughout the Crypto Event.

Better virtual tools: Live Q&A, online rooms, replays, and attendee matchmaking for global participants.

In short, Rise of AI 2026 is not just another tech event. It is a 10-year celebration of Europe’s AI ecosystem, bringing together the most important people in AI for two days of ideas, business, and networking—both in Berlin and online. For more Crypto Events in Berlin, visit our website, Coin Gabbar.