The call for change in Europe is growing louder, urging a reimagining of the current state of technology infrastructures. An opportunity to tap into Europe’s innovative drive presents itself with the upcoming GITEX EUROPE x Ai Everything event, scheduled to take place from 21-23 May at Messe Berlin.
As the host nation for GITEX EUROPE x Ai Everything, Germany solidifies its position as a leader in the European economic and technology landscape. Projections indicate that Germany’s ICT sector is on track to reach €232.8bn by 2025, further cementing its role as a key player in the region (Statista).
Organized by KAOUN International, GITEX EUROPE x Ai Everything stands as Europe’s premier tech, startup, and digital investment gathering. The event is held in collaboration with esteemed partners such as the Berlin Senate Department for Economics, Energy and Public Enterprises, Germany’s Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action, Berlin Partner for Business and Technology, and the European Innovation Council (EIC).
Global tech giants are coming together to forge cross-border and industry partnerships at the inaugural GITEX EUROPE event. With over 1,400 tech enterprises, startups, and SMEs in attendance, platinum sponsors including AWS and IBM are joined by the likes of Cisco, Cloudflare, Dell, Fortinet, Lenovo, NTT, Nutanix, Nvidia, Opswat, and SAP as sponsors.
GITEX EUROPE x Ai Everything will see participation from tech companies representing over 100 countries and 34 European states. Tech pavilions from countries like India, Italy, Morocco, Netherlands, Poland, Serbia, South Korea, UK, and the UAE will be showcased at the event.
Trixie LohMirmand, CEO of KAOUN International, expressed the urgency and unity in Europe to establish its digital sovereignty and global innovation leadership. The region is poised to become a hub for discussions, development, and scaling of AI, quantum, and deep tech.
A lineup of over 500 speakers will address a diverse range of topics at the event, including AI, quantum, cloud, and data sovereignty. Notable figures like Physics Nobel Laureate Geoffrey Hinton, Berlin Mayor Kai Wegner, Serbian Minister of Science, Technological Development and Innovation H.E. Jelena Begović, and CEO of Bison Bank António Henriques are among the confirmed speakers.
Europe’s focus on AI, deep tech, and quantum initiatives will take center stage at Ai Everything Europe, an AI showcase and conference within the event. Discussions will span cross-sector AI applications, new investments, and international partnerships, featuring experts like Martin Kon, President and COO of Cohere, and Professor Dr. Antonio Krueger, CEO of the German Research Centre for Artificial Intelligence.
In the realm of quantum technology, Europe is making significant strides with nearly €7 billion in investments. The GITEX Quantum Expo (GQX), in partnership with IBM and QuIC, will delve into quantum research and its impact across industries, with speakers such as Mira Wolf-Bauwens from IBM Research and Joachim Mnich from CERN.
Cybersecurity remains a critical focus area at the event, with a spotlight on threat response and resilience in the face of evolving cyber threats. Leading cybersecurity companies like Fortinet, CrowdStrike, Kaspersky, Knowbe4, and Proofpoint will showcase their solutions alongside law enforcement leaders and policymakers.
The push for sustainability and green initiatives will also take center stage at GITEX Green Impact, connecting innovators and investors in the green technology space. Key speakers like Gavin Towler from Honeywell and Julie Kitcher from Airbus will explore advancements in green hydrogen, bio-energy, and energy storage technologies.
GITEX EUROPE x Ai Everything will convene a diverse array of startups from over 60 nations, providing a platform for networking and growth opportunities. Noteworthy startups like Neurocast.ai, CloudBees, and Semiqon will showcase their innovative solutions, attracting over 600 investors with $1 trillion in assets under management.
With a strong emphasis on supporting SMEs, GITEX SMEDEX aims to connect small and medium-sized enterprises with international trade networks and investors. The event will feature SME ecosystem leaders providing valuable insights and opportunities for growth and expansion.
GITEX EUROPE is part of a global network of tech and startup events, spanning countries like Germany, Morocco, Nigeria, Singapore, Thailand, and the UAE. For more information on the upcoming event, visit the official website at www.gitex-europe.com.
