- AI Summit Europe welcomes industry leaders in Riga, focusing on practical, outcome-driven AI adoption
- Three-day programme features 40+ sessions across strategy, automation, tools, and emerging technologies
- 500+ attendees from 35+ countries engage through talks, demos, networking, and partnerships
- Early registration offers tiered discounts ahead of the May 6–8th event
This year’s AI Summit Europe is set to become a definitive moment in Europe’s AI calendar, bringing together innovators, business leaders, policymakers, and technology professionals to Riga, Latvia on 6–8th May 2026. Hosted at the landmark National Library of Latvia, the Summit will serve as a practical, action‑oriented forum where AI strategies are not just discussed but transformed into measurable outcomes for organisations across industries.
AI Summit Europe positions itself as a destination for those set on turning AI potential into real business value, cutting through hype to focus on actionable insights and real‑world application. Over three days, attendees will engage in more than 40+ sessions across three focused tracks, covering strategic transformation, operational implementation, ecosystem tools, innovation, and industry‑specific AI use cases. Expected participation exceeds 500 professionals representing 35+ countries, fostering a Europe-wide dialogue on how AI is reshaping work, services, and competitiveness.
Agenda and Programme
The Summit’s agenda has been designed around practical engagement. Themes include:
- AI Strategy & Organisational Transformation, which explores how businesses can move from conceptualisation to structured AI adoption;
- AI Solutions for Efficiency & Automation, focusing on reducing manual effort and scaling intelligent systems;
- AI Ecosystem & Real‑World Tools, highlighting integration of platforms and models;
- Innovation & Emerging Technologies, spotlighting next‑generation AI opportunities.
Each track is tailored to equip leaders with frameworks that can accelerate adoption and drive measurable return on investment.
In addition to its core programme, AI Summit Europe 2026 will feature immersive experiences designed to bring AI to life. One standout attraction is a humanoid robot showcase, where delegates can interact directly with robotics demonstrating how artificial intelligence is extending beyond digital services into tangible, physical applications.
Networking is another cornerstone of the event. Curated sessions, one‑to‑one meetings, and social gatherings will provide fertile ground for collaboration, partnerships, and community building among executives, technologists, investors, and emerging startups. The Summit also includes a call for speakers and sponsorship opportunities, inviting contributions from those driving innovation in AI and seeking to share insights on scalable implementation and responsible deployment.
Speakers
The AI SummitEurope 2026’s announced speakers include:
- Lauri Antalainen, Founder at Digiwise
- Jerzy Biernacki, Chief AI Officer at Miquido
- Stefan Chiriacescu, Co-Founder of eCommerce Today
- Aurimas Paulius Girčys, Founder at APG MEDIA
- Dalius Kazlauskas, CTO at the City of Vilnius
- Dmytro Kudrenko, CEO at Stripo
- Anastasija Nikiforova, Professor at the University of Tartu
- Aistis Raudys, Founder at AAI Labs
- and many more. Follow the complete list of speakers as it grows here
In a Nutshell
Organisers emphasise that AI Summit Europe 2026 aims to become a critical catalyst for transformation, helping leaders understand how exactly AI can create lasting competitive advantage across organisations and sectors. Attendees are encouraged to register early to secure participation and benefit from early‑bird pricing. More specifically:
- The basic prices for different ticket types are EUR 390–885.
- Discounts apply as follows: Early Bird: December 18th – February 12th — 35 % off; Regular: February 23rd – March 12th — 30 % off; Late Bird March 12 – April 9 — 20 % off; Last Minute April 9 – April 30 — 10 % off; Final April 30 – May 5 — 0% off (each stage ends/starts at 4 PM EEST/GMT+3)
- Summit Date: May 6–8th 2026
- Place: National Library of Latvia, Riga, Latvia
- More information: at the Summit’s official website
- For additional Inquiries: info@aisummiteurope.eu
Kostiantyn is a freelance writer from Crimea but based in Lviv. He loves writing about IT and high tech because those topics are always upbeat and he’s an inherent optimist!
